Growing up: Words of wisdom for the future
July 25, 2019
With graduation season over, it's time to step into something new. Here's six pieces of invaluable advice from noted alums on shaping the future.
Diplomas that would not be denied
June 18, 2019
These four students faced nearly unimaginable obstacles on the way to graduation — and now prepare to help others succeed.
New grads who took the path less traveled
June 17, 2019
It's never too late for your future to begin — and these extraordinary new grads prove it.
Activist, entrepreneur duo ready to throw the ‘pink tax’ overboard
June 13, 2019
It's a classic American story: Soon-to-be grads Helen and Rachel Lee are fighting to get a tax — on feminine hygiene products — repealed.
Defying the odds: From foster care to cap and gown
June 11, 2019
Students find family, belonging and academic success on UC campuses.
Top graduating senior an aspiring Elon Musk — minus the tweeting
May 16, 2019
Iconoclastic bioengineering and materials science major is the winner of the 2019 University Medal.
Meet UC’s 2018 graduates: Californians who are citizens of the world
June 13, 2018
The Class of 2018 is ready to lead, both at home and abroad.
Bus driver turned UCLA graduate steers life in new direction
June 11, 2018
Sequoia Thompson follows her dream of becoming a clinical psychologist and working with queer black youth.
Speak your truth
June 7, 2018
Transgender grad Lucero Camarena will bring a message of authenticity to the commencement stage.
A Cinderella story 16 years in the making
June 6, 2018
With her graduation from UC Davis med school, Lucy Ogbu-Nwobodo realized a dream that once seemed impossible.