UCLA History-Geography Project Aims to Shift the Narrative About Black LA
Events in Black History Month and beyond explore hope, joy and persistence of Black communities
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Johanna Drucker: The Ethics of Aesthetics
Conversation with “Scientific Sense” includes the role of visualization in communicating the pandemic, supporting a return to hands-on learning.
“Celebrating 100 Days of Black Excellence”: Cultural Heritage Series to Highlight History and Future
Natacha Cesar-Davis, new Assistant Dean of Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, creates event for scholarly discussion and to promote physical, emotional and spiritual wellness.
Alumni Spotlight: Juan Sánchez Muñoz, Chancellor, UC Merced
Urban Schooling alumnus was honored with the 2020 Cesar Estrada Chavez Award from the American Association for Access, Equity and Diversity.
Teaching Social Policy
SEIS Undergraduate Class focuses on child development
UCLA Education Expertise Looks at Critical Race Theory
A report released in January by UCLA Professor of Education John Rogers and co-author Mica Pollock, a professor of education […]
UCLA IS: Final Talk in Series Features Chakanesta Mavhunga
MIT professor of Science, Technology, and Society will speak on “Trans-hemispheric Thinking.”
UCLA History-Geography Project Offers Curriculum Resource for Exploring Black History in Santa Monica
Materials offer learning resources for Black History Month and beyond
Sam Regal: Presentations at ARLIS/NA Conference to View Art Libraries Through a Decolonial Lens
CalRBS program manager and MLIS student to share research on indigeneity and professionals’ shared vision of art libraries’ future.
T-Kay Sangwand: UCLA IS Alumna Spins the Flip Side of Archival Practice
Librarian for digital collection development at UCLA Library and global hip hop DJ reaches across borders to share musical and cultural connections.
UCLA Civil Rights Project Co-Director Gary Orfield Addresses Supreme Court Decision to Hear Cases on Race-Conscious Admissions in Higher Education
NEPC Interview asks, “ Is Affirmative Action in College Admissions Gone for Good?”
Governor Gavin Newsom Leads Off UCLA Ed&IS Dean’s Distinguished Speakers Series
Conversation shines light on challenges, strengths and needs of Neurodiverse learners
Natacha Cesar-Davis Appointed UCLA Ed&IS Assistant Dean of Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
HEOC alumna is the first in this post and will also work to support Black student life and community at SEIS.
William A. Sandoval Selected as Member of the American Association for the Advancement of Science
William A. Sandoval, a professor at the UCLA School of Education and Information Studies, has been named as a member of The American Association […]
New Book Co-Edited by Gary Orfield Shines Light on Civil Rights and Higher Education
The volume includes a look at college access and affordability, the Supreme Court’s challenge to a half century of affirmative action.
UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools Shines Light on Importance of Youth Voice in the Pursuit of Educational Equity
“Nothing About Us Without Us”: A Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) Case Study highlights partnership between East Side Union High School District and Californians for Justice, a youth-led educational justice organization.
Ellen Pearlstein to Lead NEH-Funded Project to Train Professionals at Tribal Museums and Cultural Centers
Professor of information studies and the UCLA/Getty Program in the Conservation of Cultural Heritage is principal investigator for continuing education in preservation and conservation.
Campaign to Ban “Critical Race Theory” and Restrict Teaching about Race and Diversity Impacts One-Third of U.S. Students Through Local District Conflicts, Controversies, Actions
New study by researchers at UCLA and UC. San Diego details purposeful, interconnected effort to divide communities and restrict K12 teaching and learning about race and diversity. Campaign fosters intimidation and fear among educators trying to support students. Conservative media is a key driver
UCLA Ed & IS Creates New Undergraduate Minor in Information and Media Literacy
Joint program will capitalize on faculty expertise across the Departments of Education and Information Studies; prepare students for innovative careers and graduate work.
Spencer Foundation Grant Funds UCLA SEIS Study of Dual Language Immersion Opportunities
Associate Professor Lucrecia Santibañez and colleagues will plumb potential of dual language immersion programs to further equitable learning opportunities.
UCLA SEIS Faculty Recognized as Leaders in Public Scholarship
Twelve UCLA scholars included in Edu-Scholar Public Influence Rankings
UCLA Education Co-Sponsors the Critical Media Literacy Conference of the Americas
International and multilingual event centered on the legacy of Paulo Freire, disinformation, gender equity, and environmental and racial justice.
PACE Research Brief Reports College Affordability is a high priority for California Voters
PhD Student Grace Hae Rim Shin and Professor Cecilia Rios-Aguilar of UCLA join with UC Davis Researchers in analysis of PACE/Rossier poll on higher education issues
UCLA Football Players Mentor Student Athletes at Crenshaw High School
Graduate student athletes in the Transformative Coaching and Leadership program share their expertise, academic support, and mentoring with high school football players.