L-R: Anastasia Loukaitou-Sideris, interim dean of the Luskin School of Public Affairs, L.A. City Council memeber Eunisses Hernandez, Jorge Ramos, author and journalist, Amada Armenta, associate faculty director of the Latino Policy and Politics Institute, Assemblymember Isaac Bryan and Cecilia Estolano gather as Ramos is honored by the city of Los Angeles and the State of California

UCLA’s LPPI and Luskin Host Panel on Los Angeles Wildfire Recovery

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Experts at UCLA Luskin and LPPI examined wildfire recovery in Los Angeles, highlighting climate action, health equity, and urban planning as key to building a more resilient and just future.
Luskin's Office of Student Affairs and Alumni Services facilitates workplace visits to leading firms in the Los Angeles area, offering students firsthand exposure to potential career paths.

UCLA Luskin Career Services Team Expands Opportunities for Students

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UCLA Luskin’s Office of Student Affairs and Alumni Relations organizes workplace visits to top Los Angeles firms, giving students firsthand exposure to potential career paths.
Downtown LA just after sunset during blue hour, captured from a helicopter point of view with lighted City Hall building.

UCLA Grants Deepen Ties to the L.A. Community

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Projects by Luskin faculty will build collaboration among scholars, students and local partners.
Satellite view of urban fire© Free Malaysia Today, 2025

Rapid Research Provides Vital Context to Address L.A. Wildfires

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UCLA Luskin data informs recovery efforts and counters misinformation during times of crisis.
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A First-Hand Look at How a Public Affairs Education Translates Into Real Action

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The second annual UCLA Luskin Sacramento Briefing immerses students into research that shapes policy.
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A Resourceful Upbringing Inspires a Life of Service

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Early life lessons propel Luskin Public Affairs major Cecy Rivera to fight for her community.

‘It Is Only Possible to Fail If We Forget’

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Exhibit captures impact of the Echo Park Lake tent community, with lessons for future social movements.
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UCLA Partners With New Independent Commission for Climate-Resilient Fire Recovery

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Experts will provide L.A. civic leaders with research-informed policy options for building safer, more resilient communities.
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In Memoriam: Donald Shoup, Renowned UCLA Urban Planner and Parking Reform Pioneer

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Legendary Luskin professor, parking “guru” and global figure in transportation and land use planning sparked a dedicated following of parking reform enthusiasts known as “Shoupistas.”

Mapping a Just Way Forward for L.A.

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As Los Angeles grapples with the impact of catastrophic fires, experts in public affairs provide context and insight.