Experimental drug for pancreatic cancer based on UC research offers new hope
A new era in the treatment of deadly pancreatic cancer was heralded by scientists this week, thanks to research by the University of California.
2 June 2026 
Celebrating Our Community, Featured, UC News
President Milliken’s reflections from his conversation with Chancellor Frenk
President Milliken emphasizes that we are fortunate to have Chancellor Frenk and other outstanding leaders serving across UC.
Thursday: Join President Milliken for a conversation with UCLA Chancellor Julio Frenk
Chancellor Frenk will share insights from his fascinating background as a public-health leader and current role leading UCLA through challenges while envisioning new opportunities.
Robert Horwitz and Adrienne Lavine receive Academic Senate Oliver Johnson Awards
Given biennially, the award honors faculty members who have contributed significant time and talent to the Academic Senate.
6 April 2026
Applause, Celebrating Our Community, UC News
History made! UCLA women’s basketball team wins NCAA championship
In toppling South Carolina 79–51, they claimed their first-ever NCAA title — and UCLA’s 126th overall.
30 September 2025
UC News
How elephant extinction threatens everything from rainforests to musical instruments
Scientists knew almost nothing about how ebony trees, used for guitars and piano keys, grow. A new UCLA study reveals the secret ingredient: elephants.
16 September 2025
OP Headlines, UC News
A message from President Milliken
UC President James B. Milliken provides an update on the federal administration’s actions against UCLA and the university’s federal funding.
Ph.D. student pens heartfelt appeal for research funding, building a student-led campaign for science
Graduate student Erin Morrow is spending her summer break campaigning for the McClintock Letters.
2 June 2025
Celebrating Our Community, UC News
A future astronaut takes flight: Meet Brandon Lazard
Solar physicist Brandon Lazard shares his appropriately warm outlook on life and science.
24 March 2025
Celebrating Our Community, UC News
The unstoppable rise of Jordan Chiles
Jordan Chiles is making history — not just in gymnastics, but emerging as a leader for a new era in women’s sports.
