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Gene Block

Laboratory Safety on Campus

Chancellor Block reiterates UCLA’s commitment to laboratory safety. The recent death of a research assistant from burns sustained in a chemical fire serves as a tragic reminder of the critical importance of campus laboratory safety protocols, procedures and training. As…

Academic Freedom at UCLA

Chancellor Block reaffirms UCLA’s commitment to academic freedom and individual expression. UCLA is a public institution with core values of academic freedom and the free exchange of ideas on its campus. These principles have always been the pillars of university…

Budget Message, February 2009

Chancellor Block provides an update on UCLA’s budget outlook. As the new year unfolds, many of our faculty, students and staff have expressed concerns about UCLA’s budget outlook, and especially the potential impact of budget reductions on their livelihoods and…

Statement on UCLA Admissions

Chancellor Block addresses concerns about UCLA admissions process. In the last week, UCLA’s admissions process has drawn attention from within our campus and beyond. It is important that you are aware of our position: Our admissions process is legal and…

Message on Southern California Wildfires

Chancellor Block shares resources for those affected by wildfires. All of us are deeply concerned about the wildfires burning from Orange County to Santa Barbara. We extend our support and sympathy to any members of the UCLA family who are…