UCLA School of Education & Information Studies

📢 Just released! Our latest article “SMASH Project: Marc Berkman Shares Findings with Congress, LAUSD on the Harms of Social Media” dives deep into the dangers social media poses to adolescents. 📉📱

Find out how Marc Berkman, CEO of the Organization for Social Media Safety, is pushing for crucial legislation to hold social media platforms accountable. 🚫📵

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The Joint Music Education Program, a partnership between UCLA Center X and the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, is addressing the growing need for music teachers in California schools. 🎼✨

With Prop. 28 passed, this unique program, overseen by professors Lily Chen-Hafteck and Emma Hipolito, is the only one at a public university in California where you can earn a teaching credential in a four-year undergraduate degree. 

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Celebrating LGBTQIA+ Bruins and the freedom to be themselves 🌈

Proud to announce our Ed&IS Alumni Spotlight on the incredible Chase Griffin, newly awarded the 2024 UCLA Young Alumnus of the Year! 🏆🎓

From the classroom to Capitol Hill, Chase is making waves as the face of athletes’ voices in the NIL movement. Recently featured in the LA Times, he continues to inspire us all.

Click the link in our bio to read more about Chase and his new accomplishments! 🔗

Let’s hear it for our incredible Ed&IS Senior Undergraduates 🎓🙌🏼

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We would like to congratulate our Undergrad Students on this successful Undergraduate Research Week. Our student panels presented research on topics such as K-12 education, community colleges, and undergraduate education at UCLA. 📚

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🌟 Discover the incredible stories from Anaheim Union High School District community schools in the latest issue of UCLA Center for Community Schooling’s newsletter, a multimedia journal! 🎉✨ Plus, get the scoop on exciting school visits and upcoming conferences showcasing the collective brilliance of community schools nationwide. 📚💫

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UCLA Pritzker Center’s research on child welfare has spurred action by LA County Supervisors. They’re proposing changes to ensure fairness and equity in family services.

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🎓 Our Ed&IS Educational Leadership Program Student, Ifeanyi Onyejiji, sheds light on his dissertation brief, exploring the crucial link between career confidence and academic performance among students of color.

Onyejiji’s research delves into the intricate relationship between career self-efficacy, aspirations, and educational success for high schoolers hailing from low-income communities of color. Self-efficacy, as defined by researchers, is the belief in one’s ability to navigate towards specific goals.

Surveying 145 ninth and tenth-grade students at a charter high school in Southern California, Onyejiji’s study offers invaluable insights. Additionally, semi-structured interviews with two staff members further enrich the findings.

For a deeper dive into this impactful research, tap the link in our bio. 🔗

Celebrating the incredible achievement of our very own UCLA Professor of Education, Dr. Tyrone C. Howard, on his election to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences! 🎉🌟

The American Academy of Arts and Sciences stands as one of the nation’s most prestigious honorary societies, recognizing excellence across 250 artists, scholars, scientists, and leaders in various sectors. Dr. Howard proudly joins this esteemed group as one of the 250 elected for this coveted position.

Join us in extending heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Howard for this remarkable accomplishment. For more details, check out the link in our bio. 🔗

🌟 EXTENDED DEADLINE ALERT! 🌟

Calling all Tk-12 Teachers! 📚✏️ Join us for the UCLA Ethnic Studies Specialization program brought to you by UCLA Center X and the UCLA Institute for American Cultures. Dive into a year of community-building, curriculum creation, and pedagogical exploration in K-12 Ethnic Studies. Apply now for our second cohort and become a certified UCLA Ethnic Studies Specialist!

This transformative program covers a range of topics including Ethnic Studies Pedagogy, Perspectives, Curriculum Design, and Core Concepts. Don’t miss this opportunity to enrich your teaching practice and empower your students!

👉 Apply today to secure your spot! Deadline: Thursday, April 25, 2024. Click the link in our bio for more details and to sign up now. Let’s make history together! 🎓🌍

🎉 Today marks the momentous occasion we’ve all been waiting for – it’s finally AERA Day! 🎉

We’re thrilled to announce that our esteemed UCLA Professor of Education, Dr. Tyrone C. Howard, has been inaugurated as the President of AERA for 2024. Dr. Howard’s dedication and leadership shine through his roles as the UCLA Pritzker Family Endowed Chair, Director of the UCLA Black Institute, Director of the UCLA Pritzker Center for Strengthening Children & Families, and Faculty Director for the UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools. 🏆

Let’s shower Dr. Tyrone C. Howard with our heartfelt congratulations as he embarks on his inaugural year as AERA President! Join us in celebrating his remarkable achievements and visionary leadership.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 13th, as Dr. Howard delivers his Presidential Address under the theme “Dismantling Racial Injustice and Constructing Educational Possibilities: A Call to Action” during this year’s conference. 📅

Curious to learn more about Dr. Tyrone C. Howard’s invaluable contributions to the AERA Conference? Click the link in our bio and dive into his inspiring journey! 🔗📚

🎉 Just ONE day left until AERA! 🎉

Meet our inspiring UCLA Professor of Education, Daniel Solorzano, as he takes the stage to lead a captivating discussion on “Critical Race Feminista Methodologies in Educational Research”. Don’t miss out on his invaluable insights and contributions!

Learn more about Daniel Solorzano and his impactful work in the link in our bio. 🔗

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Only 2 days left until AERA! 🎉

Let’s turn the spotlight on our dynamic UCLA Teacher Education Program (TEP) Director, Emma Hipolito! Get ready as Emma takes the stage, leading electrifying discussions on “Pedagogies for Ethnic Studies Teacher Education” as Symposium Chair. 💫

Don’t miss out on the excitement - dive deeper into Emma’s symposium by clicking the link in our bio! 🔗

🌟 Let the countdown to AERA begin! 🌟

Join us as we shine a spotlight on the incredible achievements of our Faculty, Students & Alumni. From groundbreaking research to innovative studies, we’re ready to showcase it all!

🎓 Exciting news! Professor Sylvia Hurtado will be leading a Presidental Session on “The Role of HSIs in Advancing Inclusive Science and Research.”

Curious to learn more about her inspiring work? Click the link in our bio! 🔗

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Join us in celebrating the remarkable journey of our stellar Alumni, Dr. Mary Jo Madda! While at Google, she earned her Ph.D. in Education from UCLA School of Education and Information Studies! Recently honored in Forbes 30 under 30, she’s a true trailblazer! 🚀

Click the link in our bio to explore her remarkable story and delve into her groundbreaking dissertation! 📚🔗

Grateful to have hosted Senator Ben Allen and Appointments Secretary Cathryn Rivera at UCLA Ed&IS! Huge thanks to our incredible students Corinna Garcia and Gratia O’Rafferty for their expert moderation. To all the students & faculty who joined, your insights made this event unforgettable. Here’s to more inspiring talks on our vibrant UCLA campus! 🎓✨

Thrilled to share the incredible news about our UCLA Ed&IS alumna, Brianna, who’s been awarded a grant for her project, ‘Challenging Anti-Blackness in Education,’ aims to amplify the voices of Black foster youth in higher education. Supported by the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation through UC Berkeley’s initiative, Brianna’s work shines a light on crucial issues. Now an Assistant Professor at Cal State Fullerton, she continues to make a difference in academia.🌟

Marching forward with strength, grace, and the legacy of remarkable women who paved the way. Here’s to honoring their achievements and shaping a future where equality thrives. ✨

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Reliving the magic ✨ From engaging sessions to meaningful connections, our recap captures the essence of a day dedicated to powering learning through the arts. Swipe left to relive the highlights!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at our Imagine If event, a celebration of Powering Learning through Creativity and the Arts. Inspired by the wisdom of Sir Ken Robinson and the promise of Prop. 28, we united K-12 teachers, arts educators, principals, district leaders, and arts partners in a day of shared learning and collaboration.

Special thanks to all our incredible guest speakers and our keynote speaker Kate Robinson, for enriching our gathering with their insights. Together, we’re turning the promise of Prop. 28 into actionable change! 🎨📚

Help the K-12 students at RFK UCLA Community School by supporting summer enrichment learning opportunities. Your gift will offer students opportunities to attend UCLA’s BruinCamps, where they will experience a variety of recreational activities. At Bruins on Water, for one, students learn kayaking, paddle boarding, and sailing with recreational professionals in Marina del Rey. These programs develop leadership skills and provide positive experiences with their peers outside of academic environments.

Your support will enable us to offer summer enrichment programming including UCLA’s UniCamp program, which is a week-long summer residential camp in Big Bear, California, where students are encouraged to explore and interact with the outdoors. Through these programs, students also connect with individuals that can inspire and aid their academic journeys beyond high school. 

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Join us for the Imagine If: Powering Learning through Creativity and the Arts Conference. It is a free one-day convening inspired by the teachings of Sir Ken Robinson and the promise of Prop. 28. Imagine If will bring together K-12 teachers, arts educators, principals, district leaders, and museum and community arts partners to learn together, make connections, and co-construct actionable ways to make the promise of Prop. 28.

Free to K-12 teachers, arts educators, principals, district leaders, and community partners. 👨‍🏫👩‍🏫

Register now, link in the bio. 🔗

Exploring the world of media literacy with Lecturer Jeff Share! 📚

Dive into our latest article as Jeff shares insights on California’s new media literacy requirement, the role of higher education, and UCLA Ed&IS initiatives.

Link in bio for the full interview! 🔗

‼️ NEW EXTENDED HOURS‼️

Back by Popular Demand! 🌟📸

Hurry and book your spot for a Free Professional Headshot. This event will book out fast, so be sure to reserve your spot today!

Open to all UCLA ED&IS Students, Staff, & Faculty
Tuesday, January 23rd from 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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Dive into the insights of Assistant Professor Anna Markowitz as she sheds light on California’s drive to expand Transitional Kindergarten. Her expertise in early childhood education unveils the challenges faced by educators. 🍎📚

Check out the link in our bio for an in-depth conversation about the Universal Transitional Kindergarten effort and the road ahead.🔗

Back by Popular Demand! 🌟📸

Hurry and book your spot for a Free Professional Headshot. This event will book out fast, so be sure to reserve your spot today!

Open to all UCLA ED&IS Students, Staff, & Faculty
Tuesday, January 23rd from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Moore Hall Exterior

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As Dr. King himself said when he spoke at UCLA on April 27, 1965, “We have come a long, long way in the struggle to make justice and freedom a reality in our nation, but we still have a long, long way to go.” Today, we recognize that Dr. King’s work remains unfinished. At UCLA ED&IS, we pay homage to his legacy daily by raising our voices on Black issues and educating others on creating meaningful change. We proudly support programs and research centers that honor his legacy and emphasize the profound impact one person can make. 🌟

Our talented doctoral student, Ana Karen Reis (Gomez) shares insights with the Daily Bruin in the article on ‘Minority-serving institution designations and their implications at UCLA.’ 📰

Dive into the discussion by clicking the link in our bio! 🔗

Exciting news! 10 of our brilliant faculty members from UCLA School of Education and Information Studies have earned a spot in the prestigious Edu-Scholar Public Influence Rankings for 2024. Recognized annually since 2010, these rankings showcase the top 200 education scholars whose contributions shape academic research and influence the national discourse on education.

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UCLA Pritzker researchers shed light on a concerning reality: over 50% of LA County’s foster care cases are linked to domestic violence. The UCLA Pritzker Center’s report, featured in a recent CalMatters article, highlights California’s “failure to protect” laws. While aimed at safeguarding children, these laws can inadvertently deepen family trauma.

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