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05/14 - Arts > Performance: UCLA Wind Ensemble and UCLA Symphonic Band
"I was incredibly moved by the article featuring Lt. Mark Daily ['Saving Grace,' January 2008] and his noble reasons for fighting in Iraq . . . What a shame this country has lost someone of such high character."
Archive
A Mind to Fairness
The human brain reacts to fairness as it does to money and chocolate, a UCLA study shows. May 5, 2008It's the real thing
Theater, Film and Television directing student Austin Formato won the 2008 Coca-Cola Refreshing Filmmaker's Award with his 50-second film. May 5, 2008Faculty Honors
UCLA professors have been elected to National Academy of Sciences, American Academy of Arts and Sciences May 2, 2008Puttin' on the blitz
Head Coach Rick Neuheisel gave the "Lady Bruins" a crash course in football. May 1, 2008Remember to Forget What You Studied
Apr 30, 2008Star Power: Renowned Russian Baritone Vladimir Chernov
International opera star Vladimir Chernov brings his formidable talents to UCLA, where he is teaching the next generation of great singers. Apr 22, 2008A Tale of Two Bruins
They're great friends and fellow Bruins, but in front of the media, Toronto Raptors Darrick Martin '92 and Jason Kapono '03 are as different as Felix Unger and Oscar Madison. Apr 22, 2008A Shipp in the Desert
Growing up in Los Angeles with three brothers who excelled in basketball, Brittney Shipp '05 set her own course for success — in television broadcasting. Apr 15, 2008Remembering Bridget O'Brien '03
Photojournalist Bridget O'Brien, who died in a car crash with her husband last October, is memorialized in a scholarship created by UCLA's Student Media Foundation to support student reporters at the UCLA Daily Bruin. Apr 14, 2008Plan brokered by UCLA, USC archaeologists would remove roadblock to Mideast peace
Ran Boytner, a University of California, Los Angeles archaeologist and Lynn Swartz Dodd, an archaeologist at the University of Southern California, have guided a team of prominent Israeli and Palestinian archaeologists to arrive at the first-ever agreement on the disposition the region's archaeological treasures following the establishment of a future Palestinian state. Apr 8, 2008Search committee recommends Mark G. Yudof be appointed next UC president
Apr 1, 2008Crossing one street takes hospital years of planning
Apr 1, 2008Historians Saul Friedlander and Daniel Walker Howe win Pulitzer Prizes
Historian Saul Friedlander won a Pulitzer Prize, the general nonfiction award for "The Years of Extermination: Nazi Germany and the Jews, 1939-1945." Apr 1, 2008Lynn Vareck on Election 2008
Political scientist Lynn Vavreck has some ideas about the winner of the 2008 presidential election Apr 1, 2008Bruins head to Final Four
The Bruins cruised past Xavier to claim the first spot in the Final Four. Mar 30, 2008Regents appoint Mark G. Yudof new University of California president
Mar 27, 2008Rhea Turteltaub appointed vice chancellor for external affairs
Mar 25, 2008Mardi Gras, Middle Eastern Style
Mar 21, 2008Rising above
Mar 5, 2008UCLA researchers design nanomachine that kills cancer cells
Mar 4, 2008Eat Your Broccoli!
UCLA study reports broccoli may boost aging immune system. Mar 3, 2008How America can cope with the rise of Asia
Feb 28, 2008Restraining order protects UCLA researchers
Feb 27, 2008Love is blind
Feb 13, 2008UCLA-Dutch team uncovers Egypt's earliest agricultural settlement
Feb 12, 2008Loss of a Pioneer
Feb 12, 2008Super Tuesday down to the line
Feb 5, 2008Underrepresented student applications up 16 percent
Jan 29, 2008UCLA among "best value" colleges
Jan 29, 2008Students appreciate parents' involvement
Jan 28, 2008There’s No Business Like Snow Business
Jan 17, 2008Killer of Sheep Makes TV Debut
As a student in the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television, Charles Burnett '69, M.F.A. '77 liked to take his time. Like the way he shot his graduate thesis film, Killer of Sheep — on weekends over a 12-month period. Jan 14, 2008NCAA Honors Bruins' Best
Jan 8, 2008Salad Days
Jan 7, 2008Alum to lead Bruin Football
Jan 2, 2008Sam Zell up close
Jan 1, 2008Student Spirituality
Dec 21, 2007Making sense of Osama
Are we any closer to understanding Osama Bin Laden and his religious war? Dec 13, 2007Virtual surgery
Mathematician Joseph Teran is exploring ways to create a "digital you" for surgeons to practice on. Nov 29, 2007Pharma company acquires faculty-founded biotech firm for $537M
Business success story Agensys is acquired by Astellas Pharma Inc. Nov 28, 2007One Sexy Bruin
Chris Gorham '96 Named to People Magazine's 2007 "Sexiest Men Alive" List Nov 28, 2007Go Blue & Gold!
Display your UCLA pride! Join Blue & Gold Week celebrations Nov. 26 through Dec. 1. Nov 20, 2007Stroke of Genius
Genius" tells story of writer Dan Mountain's recovery from a stroke after surgery by UCLA Dr. John Frazee. Nov 8, 2007Amy Finley: Gourmet next door
The Gourmet Next Door, which premieres Sunday, Oct. 14, is built around the notion that Finley is someone you’d like to have over for coffee and a chat. Oct 10, 2007Black freshmen welcomed
UCLA's newest African-American students were welcomed by the Black Convocation on Oct. 2. Oct 8, 2007Lonely? It's in your genes
A first-of-its-kind UCLA study concludes that loneliness isn't just a feeling; it's wired into some of us right down to our molecular makeup. Sep 27, 2007U.S. Intelligence Deficits That Missed 9-11 Warning Signs Still Exist, Prof. Says
Author and Professor Amy Zegart says the U.S. Intelligence deficiencies that allowed 9-11 to happen have not changed. Sep 19, 2007$20-M gift will help quicken pace of stem cell research at UCLA
Eli and Edythe Broad give $20 million to support stem cell research at UCLA Sep 12, 2007Bruin hall of famers share their "big UCLA moment"
For the 2007-2008 season, UCLA debuts a series of breakthrough TV spots airing on Pac-10 and NCAA telecasts that feature no stats, no beauty shots of the campus, and no game footage. Instead, six legendary Bruin athletes recall the moments--off the field--that changed their lives. Sep 4, 2007Grading the Bruins' Gridiron Chances
Is 2007 a BCS Bowl Year for Bruin Football? Aug 30, 2007Fireproofing can reduce the spread of forest fires
Are you a Bruin living in or near the woods? It's definitely time for you to fireproof your home if you haven't already, say UCLA researchers Aug 30, 2007Lost in Translation
Sarcasm can be used to victimize, self deprecate or even woo. Assistant Professor Greg Bryant clues you in on this age old tradition and even gives some tips on how to recognize some of it's more difficult advances. Aug 28, 2007Dish served cold: Texas Bruins upset Trojans' stomachs
Read on and have a laugh at the expense of two none-too-quick-on-the-uptake alumni from our arch-rival across town. Aug 22, 2007Scientists find link between air pollution and high cholesterol
UCLA scientists recently came up with one more good reason why people living and working in Los Angeles should keep their cholesterol levels in check. Aug 20, 2007Don't call it 'Bollywood'
As the world gets smaller, expect to see some changes in film-industry hierarchy. Indian cinema is growing in popularity and influence as its mother country's presence in the global economy is becoming more noticeable, and Hollywood is taking note. Aug 16, 2007Girlie Math
Danica McKellar is taking an unlikely approach to spreading girlie empowerment — through math. Aug 8, 2007What's for dinner?
In Los Angeles, it's more likely to be a Hamburger Helper concoction and salad from a ready-to-eat bag of greens rather than takeout from a fast-food restaurant. Aug 8, 2007Simpsons director Silverman speaks with UCLA
With "The Simpsons Movie" topping the box office, director David Silverman, '79, MFA '83, takes time out to talk with UCLA Magazine writer David Landau about being picked to direct the movie, the nuts-and-bolts of animation, and under-appreciation. Aug 3, 2007Is your teen a safe driver?
Alum Gary Tsifrin on teen driver safety Jul 27, 2007This is your brain on hand gestures
The "I'm good" of a thumbs-up is readily recognized in American society, as is the infamous middle-finger salute. But to someone from a foreign country, they may be incomprehensible. Jul 18, 2007Putting feelings into words produces therapeutic effects in the brain
UCLA neuroimaging study supports ancient Buddhist teachings Jul 10, 2007Lift more weights, find more mates
"The stereotype is that men work out to compete with each other, but our research suggests that pumping iron is a way for men to enhance their attractiveness to women." Jul 9, 2007The Corporati Will Be Televised
OK, it's nothing like that, but on July 14 at 2 p.m. EST., six of the finest UCLA Anderson students will compete against colleagues from seven other top-ranked business schools to win bragging rights on CNBC's new Fast Money MBA Challenge. Jul 6, 2007Moving people
Jaynie Ali Aydin, M.A. '04 Ph.D. '07 is offering four free hour-long belly dance workshops throughout July on the terrace of Fowler Museum. Jul 3, 2007Dawn Mission Led by UCLA Physicist
UCLA physicist leads NASA exploration of asteroid belt. Jul 2, 2007Film critic Joel Siegel '65 memorialized in scholarship
Scholarship at UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television honors film critic Joel Siegel. Jul 1, 2007Secrets of the Barbecue King
The Rib Doctor explains how smoke and sauce combine to make distinctive regional flavors Jul 1, 2007Tanzania Travel Blog
Visit Tanzania virtually via Professor Katrina Thompson's blog. Jun 28, 2007Incan History Illuminated
A discovery in Peru by UCLA alumnus Guillermo Cock illuminates Incan history. Jun 21, 2007Best, brightest college students beaten by UCLA's
In USC's brand-new, self-proclaimed sports Mecca, amid thousands of screaming Trojan fans, one Bruin carried the day for UCLA. Jun 18, 2007Rome Reborn 1.0
Using high-tech tools such as laser scanners and virtual reality an international team of archaeologists, architects and computer specialists from Italy, the United States, Britain and Germany built the biggest, most complete simulation of an historic city ever created. Jun 11, 2007UCLA Live
UCLA Live director David Sefton is promising a brilliant, new season of groundbreaking and provocative premieres, debuts and exclusive engagements. Jun 8, 2007Dignitaries help dedicate new hospital of the future
The Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center took its first public bow June 4 when dignitaries, university leaders and donors across the state came to marvel at the most advanced medical technology in the world. Jun 5, 2007How a Russian action-adventure movie hero used UCLA to muscle into stardom
In 1999, wanting to get into movies, Alexander Nevsky came to the U.S. and took his first crucial step: Learn English at UCLA Extension ('99, '00), just as another European-based muscular action film actor — Jean-Claude Van Damme — had done. Jun 5, 2007Snapshots in Time
UCLA digital library "Changing Times" May 25, 2007Summer Safety:
Prevent Child Drownings
UCLA ER physicians offer ten tips to prevent child drownings.
May 23, 2007VICTORY!
UCLA has become the first school in history to hold 100 NCAA titles. May 14, 2007More black students say they will enroll
The number of African-American students intending to enroll in UCLA's fall freshman 2007 class has nearly doubled compared to last year. May 11, 2007Digital World
Digital technology is transforming teaching at UCLA. May 9, 2007Kids ask the darnedest things
The Kids' Talk Web site from Mattel Childrens Hospital answers "icky questions" and more for children and parents. May 2, 2007Death Pit
A "death pit," mass burial mound in south-central Turkey has archeologists trying to piece together a mystery. May 1, 2007Virginia Tech: Could it happen here?
Plans in place to safeguard campus Apr 23, 2007Kevin Sites in the Hot Zone April 27
Yahoo! war correspondent comes to campus with "A War of Conflict" documentary. Apr 23, 2007Iran at the Movies
"Nose, Iranian Style" is one of a dozen films showing in the 17th Annual Celebration of Iranian Cinema , presented by UCLA's Film and Television Archive. Apr 18, 2007Celebrating Jackie Robinson
There are famous Bruins. There are great Bruins. There are Bruins who make a difference every day in every way in every possible field. But Jackie Robinson changed the world. Apr 12, 2007More Minorities in First Holistic Admission Class
African Americans make up 3.4% of Fall 2007 admits. Apr 6, 2007Killer of Sheep
The story of the best new 30-year-old movie of 2007 Apr 5, 2007Pedagogy and the Responsibility of Intellectuals in Dark Times
Six prominent UCLA professors discussed how and why intellectual life in academia has been impaired since 9/11 Apr 5, 2007Dieting Doesn't Work
UCLA researchers find that people who lose weight usually gain it all back. Apr 4, 2007Solutions for Our City
The Spring 2007 Anderson Forecast: Solutions for Our City, looked at ways to make L.A. a better city. Apr 3, 2007Road to Ruins
Ancient ruins and modern menace collide on an extraordinary UCLA Alumni Association journey to North Africa. Apr 1, 2007Final Four Is Twice As Nice
It's time for Ben Ball, the sequel. For the second consecutive year, and the first time since the storied Wooden Era, UCLA has made it to back-to-back Final Fours. Mar 26, 2007It's not TV, it's John Wooden on TV
Be sure to catch "The UCLA Dynasty," an HBO documentary about legendary basketball coach John Wooden. Mar 20, 2007Reading, Writing and Rock 'n' Roll
Greg Graffin, frontman for Bad Religion, who holds a Ph.D. from Cornell, is a UCLA professor. Mar 20, 2007Alumni connect at Women's Conference
Nearly 300 women grads made new connections at this year's conference. Mar 15, 2007"How do I say this?" wins
A team from UCLA wins the student Web Award at the SXSW Interactive Festival. Mar 14, 2007Romance in the Ivory Tower
Like speech, writes a UCLA psychology professor, romance in the ivory tower is a fundamental right. Mar 7, 2007UCLA Insiders Dish on Working the Oscars
Bruins help make the 79th Academy Awards a successful show. Feb 22, 2007Art + Activism
Peter Sellars talks art, politics and truth-telling in a kick-off lecture. Feb 15, 2007Super Bowl Ads? No-Brainers
UCLA researchers scanned the brains of five men and five women as they watched Super Bowl commercials and found that several ads stimulated anxiety and fear rather than pleasant emotions. Feb 5, 2007Equality Gap Still Exists Among Black and White Californians
A group of California lawmakers vowed to improve college preparation for African Americans, access to better jobs and even the availability of healthier foods in their communities. Jan 31, 2007First UCLA Death in Iraq
2nd Lt. Mark Daily, a 2005 UCLA grad, died Jan. 15 from a roadside improvised explosive device in Mosul, Iraq. Jan 25, 2007Brass Tracks
Their sound was American music at its grooviest. Now Herb Albert and the Tijuana Brass are revisited in UCLA's A&M Records Collection. Jan 10, 2007Fighting the Drug Wars
Substance abuse experts from 22 nations visited UCLA to map out new approaches to treatment. Jan 10, 2007And the Bruin Academy Award winners are ...
The 79th Annual Academy Awards winners include several Bruins. Jan 1, 2007New Chancellor Gene Block
Gene Block, provost at University of Virginia and accomplished neurobiologist, will take the lead at UCLA this summer. Dec 21, 2006Can We Talk?
Should English be the official language of the United States? Four UCLA professors offer some plain talk on the idea, and recall how language shaped their own lives. Dec 7, 2006Sweet Smell of Success
Bruins bury the Trojans in an historic Rose Bowl triumph Dec 4, 2006Bruin Box Office
Will Oscar honor '06 hits? Meanwhile, Coppola, Schrader, Payne and Verbinski's Pirates prep '07 launches Nov 22, 2006The Oprah Effect
Appearances on talk shows can actually pump up political candidates' chances with viewers they may not otherwise be reaching, says a new UCLA study. Nov 7, 2006Winston Doby on Admissions and African Americans
The veteran UCLA and UC administrator and educator offers a primer. Oct 19, 2006Life in L.A.: Tackling the Tough Problems
An All-Star team of faculty from across the campus is ready to tackle social disparity everywhere it exists. Oct 12, 2006Lonely No More
Lonelygirl15's co-creator on how to become an Internet phenom. Oct 5, 2006It's Official: We're Really Good
This summer's college rankings all agree that UCLA is one of the nation's best. Sep 12, 2006Helping Hands, Healing Minds
UCLA Psychology Professor Vickie Mays leads a national effort to provide mental-health training to New Orleans' parents, families, clergy and mental-health providers. Jul 31, 2006Dead Tired
A new documentary exposes the perils of movie production and why nothing has been done to make film sets safer. Jul 28, 2006Love's Labors Won
Little Miss Sunshine makes it to the big screen. Jul 21, 2006Monster Man
Gil Kenan MFA '02 helms Monster House for Steven Spielberg and Robert Zemeckis Jul 14, 2006Football-playing Femme
It didn't matter that she was "the only girl" — Sarah Schwartz '99 banged it up with the big boys at UCLA's Flashback Football Camp. Jun 27, 2006Inside the "Crazy" World of Danger Mouse
Hit producer Brian Burton, a.k.a. Danger Mouse, talks with KCRW's Jason Bentley at UCLA's Hammer Museum. Jun 21, 2006Dance in Cuba Interview
Bruin alum Gil Garcetti talks about his "Dance in Cuba" photography, featured in a Fowler Museum exhibit. Jun 1, 2006UCLA's Peaceful Warrior
Scott Mechlowicz '03 hits hard in The Peaceful Warrior, shot at UCLA, which brings him to home turf after graduation from UCLA's Conservatory Acting Program. May 30, 2006
Water World Gives UCLA Number 99
What could be sweeter: Bruins beat USC to win the national title in women's water polo. It's UCLA's 99th NCAA championship.
May 15, 2006Championship U
Surprising Bruins beat Penn State to earn the volleyball title. It's UCLA's 98th team championship. May 8, 2006Why They Hate Us
Former New York Times correspondent Stephen Kinzer speaks at UCLA about his book, Overthrow. Apr 25, 2006Shane Acker's Oscar-nom'd film
See the trailer for 9, Shane Acker's stop-motion animated vision of a dystopian future. Apr 1, 2006Day Laborer conference webcast
UCLA's Capitol Hill briefing on day labor was recorded by the California Institute for Federal Policy Research. Apr 1, 2006The Education of a Mayor
Video Clips
Antonio Villaraigosa '77 talks to UCLA Magazine about his days as a Bruin, his dreams, and his vision for Los Angeles.
Jan 1, 2006Kaufman Kicks Up Its Heels - Now and Then
The 1932 Women's Gymnasium is reborn as Glorya Kaufman Hall, home of UCLA's dance department, World Arts and Cultures. Jan 1, 2006
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