UCLA Ed&IS Faculty Recognized in Annual Public Influence Rankings
Nine scholars affiliated with the UCLA School of Education and Information Studies have been named to the 2026 RHSU Edu-Scholar Public […]
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Maryanne Wolf and Rebecca Gottlieb: How Reading Changes the Way Your Brain Works
A BBC World Service feature with UCLA Ed&IS’ Maryanne Wolf and Rebecca Gotlieb garnered over 2 million views, discussing how reading impacts the brain and how reading on screens and smartphones may already be changing how our brains work.
Propelling Students and Teachers to Rigor and Excellence With the AP Readiness Program
Partnership between UCLA’s Center X, LAUSD, and Compton Unified School District provides a running start for college-bound high schoolers, professional […]
The Facts On School Violence: Q&A with UCLA’s Ron Avi Astor
Ron Avi Astor and his colleague Rami Benbenishty have developed mapping and monitoring procedures that have been used to generate grassroots solutions to safety problems in schools worldwide.
The Fear is Everywhere
In a new UCLA IDEA survey, high school principals across the United States report troubling impacts of immigration enforcement on students, families and schools.
CONNECT Researchers and Perkins Eastman Study UCLA Lab School
The historic mid-century campus designed by Richard Neutra and Robert Alexander reflects the school’s commitment to learning, health, and well-being. […]
Cindy Anh Nguyen: New Book Uncovers the History of Vietnamese Public Libraries
“Bibliotactics: Libraries and the Colonial Public in Vietnam” examines the duality of libraries as an instrument of French control that […]
New Study Affirms Economic and Social Benefits of Investment in Public Education
Research published by the UCLA Civil Rights Project challenges conservative education policies, asserts investments in effective education policies strengthen educational […]
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Gives Los Angeles Kids the Chance to Make ‘A Shot That Can’t Be Blocked’
UCLA and NBA legend’s Skyhook Foundation and Adidas give UCLA Community School students new gear.
A Lifetime of Questions: Professor Linda Sax
Recently honored by the Association for the Study of Higher Education in recognition of exemplary achievements and contributions to the study of higher education, Professor Linda Sax work has advanced understanding of college experiences with a focus on gender and race and on equity in the fields of science, technology, engineering, mathematics and computer science.
April Raguindin, Bakersfield City School District Teacher Named California Teacher of the Year
UCLA Teacher Education Program Alum selected as California’s sole representative for the National Teacher of the Year competition, where she will compete alongside other state honorees from across the country.
Bruin Excellence in Civic Engagement Awards Celebrate Alumni Transforming Communities
Mary Jo Madda, Ed.D. ’23 and Ashley Gutierrez, M.Ed. ’19, among 40 Bruins honored by UCLA Alumni Association for their impact in California and beyond.
UCLA Study Underscores Impact of Comprehensive School Counseling
Research by the Center for the Transformation of Schools finds measurable improvements in school climate and student wellbeing in Livingston […]
UCLA Ed&IS’ Doctoral Candidate, Xinyi Zoe Mao, Recognized for Student and Early Career Council Dissertation Research Funding Award
Mao is among ten scholars recognized for the 17th Annual Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD) Student and Early Career Council Dissertation Research Funding Awards. Her research focuses on children’s attention, executive functions, and self-regulation in classroom settings.
Building Belonging: UCLA’s Excelencia Scholars and the Future of Hispanic-Serving Institutions
A remarkable group of students highlight what’s at stake amid federal uncertainty.
UCLA Study Shows Eaton Fire Disrupted Lives and Education of Children in Foster Care
New research by UCLA Pritzker Center for Children and Families examines impact on the educational experiences of children and youth […]
Marvin Alkin Honored with the UC’s Dickson Emeritus Professorship Award
Pioneering scholar of evaluation recognized for outstanding research, scholarly work, and teaching and service by an emeritus or emerita professor […]
Eaton Fire Disrupted Education, Created Instability in Lives of Children and Youth in Foster Care, Study Shows
The 2025 Eaton Fire and its aftermath compounded existing educational challenges for children and youth involved with the child welfare system across Altadena, Pasadena and Sierra Madre, disrupting educational continuity and exacerbating instability in their lives, according to the UCLA Pritzker Center for Strengthening Children and Families.
Community College Bachelor’s Degrees Can Drive Economic Mobility and Strengthen Workforces
UCLA Analysis finds accessibility and affordability is a key factor in Latino students pursuing CCB programs across states.
New Research Brief Shines Light on School Cellphone Policies and Practices
UC|CSU Collaborative for Neuroscience, Diversity, and Learning & UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools team up to support learning […]
Dr. Julie Pelikhova Releases New Book: Mindset Champion
Burnout. Pressure. Injuries. For many highlight reel moments, there’s a story of struggle behind it. Yet it’s often those invisible […]
Safiya Noble to receive honorary doctorate from Leiden University
UCLA Professor to receive an honorary doctorate granted by the Institute of Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology at Leiden University, the Netherlands.
Jerry Neuheisel, Ed&IS Grads Spearhead Play-calling Duties as UCLA Football Upsets No. 7 Penn State in Historic Victory
It’s been a whirlwind week for UCLA Football. Just days after a midseason coaching shakeup sent shockwaves through Westwood, the […]
UCLA Educational Leadership Program: A Revolutionary Stillness
New cohort of educational professionals looks forward to opportunities of learning, research, reflection, and community. Committed to promoting innovative and […]