The past is present
Humanities scholars are preserving endangered pieces of cultural heritage, allowing us to better understand our world.
Hundreds celebrate UCLA language offerings at World Languages Day
Even a steady rain couldn’t dampen students’ excitement for the return of the annual event.
Mona Lisa beyond borders: Of hordes, theft and nationalism (and Leonardo in Westwood)
Art historian George Baker considers the painting’s turbulent recent history and UCLA’s hidden connections to the artist.
Paul Taylor has a unique story to tell
UCLA’s Presidential Professor of Philosophy shares his insights about comedy, Hallmark movies and Black aesthetics in the U.S.
True blue: Art historian Thiago Puglieri explores nature’s most precious color
Though he is a professor of art history, the native of Brazil earned his bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees in chemistry.
Zrinka Stahuljak’s book ‘Fixers’ honored as one of year’s best by History Today
The acknowledgment, she said, is gratifying because “historians are recognizing the work of a literary historian as historical work.”
In talk at UCLA, former Greek prime minister cites roles of innovation, imagination in democracy
“The challenges of climate change, inequality and technology demand innovation in governance,” George Papandreou said.
Meg Cychosz is expanding the universe of language development research
The linguistics professor studies how children from a wide range of backgrounds learn speech and language.
Wildfire response: Campus provides list of resources for evacuees – and those seeking to help
A dedicated webpage offers links to support organizations for those affected by the fires and nonprofits accepting donations.
World Languages Day returns Feb. 5
The event offers interactive experiences and opportunities to win prizes just for meeting with language department representatives.