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A pair of UCLA students pose together for a portrait outside.
Art exhibit highlights value of immigrant workers, encourages solidarity
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Four arts leaders sit in a row on a stage, talking about the MAC 3 initiative
One year in, arts collaborative MAC3 is building a civic collection for Los Angeles
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Zoe Ryan, wearing a purple dress, poses near a vibrant artwork wit colors of turquoise and blue.
A year into her tenure as director of the Hammer Museum at UCLA, Zoë Ryan is bringing to her role a finely tuned global perspective, unbridled optimism and lots of can-do spirit.
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a collage of materials spell out the words "Core Samples"
UCLA Architecture and Urban Design marks 60 years with ‘Core Samples’
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Shot of UCLA marching band in a row from behind. The back of tubas and vintage uniforms can be seen.
Photo essay: At a hundred years and counting, UCLA’s world-famous marching band keeps drumming up Bruin pride.
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A portrait of Celine next to an image of the cover of her award-winning book. She is wearing a black dress, with colorful trim. the book cover is a drawing of a young boy swimming against a wave
TFT Dean Celine Parreñas Shimizu wins top Association for Asian American Studies book award
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In the News
Portrait of Celine Parrenas Shimizu on campus at UCLA
New UCLA Theater, Film and Television Dean Celine Parreñas Shimizu Faces Challenges Head-On: ‘When More Diverse Voices Are Represented, the Greater the Art.’
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How Artist (and UCLA alum) Refik Anadol Made the 2025 TIME100 AI Cover
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Hammer Museum names a new director, ending speculation over one of L.A.’s prized art posts
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Hammer Museum Honors Ann Philbin in Celebration of Her 25 Years of Leadership at 19th Annual Gala in the Garden
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Hammer Museum pays tribute to departing Director Ann Philbin at star-packed gala
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Refik Anadol, the artist who brought AI to MoMA: ‘We’re in a new Renaissance’
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