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 […]
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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.
From the Ground Up: Youth-Led Research With CONNECT Creates Environmental Learning at UCLA Lab School
At UCLA Lab School, classrooms double as research laboratories — places where teachers, students, and university researchers collaborate to reimagine how children learn. Through UCLA CONNECT, these partnerships have sparked discoveries that reach far beyond one campus, influencing how educators nationwide think about teaching, learning, and equity.
Community Archives Lab: Marginalized Populations and Research Work Together to Preserve Little-Known Histories
The UCLA Community Archives Lab explores the ways that independent, identity-based memory organizations document, shape, and provide access to the histories of minoritized communities.
The Pursuit of Truth: The Impact of CRESST’s Research
A look at how the National Center for Research on Evaluation, Standards, and Student Testing (CRESST) at UCLA converts complex concepts into actionable plans of educational practice.
California Rare Book School Goes Global
UCLA’s signature program for rare book professionals turns 20, providing cross-cultural exchange and comparative learning.
Transforming Access: The Computer Science Equity Project at UCLA
The UCLA Computer Science Equity Project is working to increase female participation in computer science among K-12 students. With a focus on equity, the program is engaged in significant research that informs and shapes educational practice and public policy to increase access to high-quality K-12 computer science education.
Research to Fuel Systems Change: The UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools
The Center for the Transformation of Schools is dedicated to partnering with the education ecosystem to bring about systems change through Humanizing Research, Validating Practices, and Transformative Policies with key stakeholders to support equitable educational outcomes for students.
UC|CSU Collaborative for Neuroscience, Diversity, and Learning: Supporting Diverse Learners Through Evidence-Based Practices
UC|CSU Collaborative for Neuroscience, Diversity, and Learning—a statewide partnership–is bringing the science of how students learn directly into the hands of educators and communities. By connecting cutting-edge research with everyday practice, the Collaborative is helping ensure that every child, in every corner of the state, has the chance to thrive.
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.