5–6 p.m. Check-in & Reception | 6–7:30 p.m. Program Admission is free, but RSVP is required. Featured Speaker: Robert Hampshire, Associate Professor of Public Policy at the University of Michigan, will draw from his experience as the former Chief Science Officer and Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology at the U.S. Department of Transportation. He’ll...

Resilience & Rebuilding is an open ended series of virtual programs exploring the impacts of the recent devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, offering a container for conversation and pathways for rebuilding that foreground ecology, community, and collective wellbeing. The third program in the series will look to a future LA, reimagining a more resilient and...

Having reached a point of no return in our climate confrontation, how do we feel, behave, act, plan, and dream as we approach a future different from what we had expected? Where do we find hope? Environmental journalist Alan Weisman is known for the bestseller The World Without Us, a thought experiment that brought into...

Join a vital conversation exploring the critical importance and far-reaching impacts of transitioning to zero-emission public transportation. Featuring insights from Doran Barnes, CEO of Foothill Transit, a pioneering agency at the forefront of this movement, This webinar will delve into why zero emissions vehicle are one part of a wider conversation about sustainable transportation. We'll...

Speaker: Yalmaz Siddiqui, Vice President, Environmental Sustainability, The Walt Disney Company Join Yalmaz Siddiqui as he shares insights from his nearly 20 year journey driving environmental and social sustainability at Fortune 500 companies including The Walt Disney Company, MGM Resorts and Office Depot. Learn how to articulate the case for change, navigate complex organizational contexts,...

Join a panel discussion focusing on L.A. wildfires past, present, and future. This program is part of the “Why History Matters” series presented by The UCLA Meyer and Renee Luskin Department of History. The series is dedicated to the belief that historical knowledge is an indispensable, and often missing, ingredient in public debate. Over the...

Join the Conservation Team at Hispanic Access to learn how they are moving conservation priorities forward within the context of a new administration while continuing to uplift Latino leaders in environmental work & the valuable contributions our community continues to build in the effort of protecting our natural resources. This webinar will include updates on...

This is the rescheduled date for an event that was previously postponed in light of the ongoing fire emergency in Los Angeles back in January. Join a dynamic conversation with UCLA Luskin young alumni who will discuss their journeys in the sustainability sector. This event will showcase the ways these alumni tackle environmental challenges from...

Get ready top grab a drink and talk climate transition at Spring Climatini 2025 on May 1st! 319Climate, The Climate Registry, and Climate Resolve look forward to seeing you at our Spring '25 Climatini, a relaxed, fun mixer for SoCal professionals who are driving forward an equitable and resilient climate transition. Now more than ever,...

Come join us for a special event at Kuruvungna Village Springs! We'll be gathering together for a day filled with fun, community, and connection. This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to meet new people, enjoy the beautiful surroundings, and learn more about the history of Kuruvungna. Whether you're a longtime voulenteer or a first-time...

Join a Garden Guide for a tour of a living museum featuring collections of plants from around the globe! You’ll hear the stories of selected plants in the Garden and their relevance to human society. All ages are welcome. Tours meet at the La Kretz Garden Pavilion at the northern end of the Garden and...

If you are a member of the LGBTQ community -- or a parent, family member or ally -- please join a community town hall to learn more about how the Los Angeles fires have impacted LGBTQ people and to inform ongoing services and inclusive recovery efforts. Results from LGBTQ respondents to the LA County Wildfire...

The UCLA Luskin Institute on Inequality and Democracy is pleased to present author and journalist Naomi Klein, Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia, who will deliver the third annual Distinguished Lecture in Ideas and Organizing entitled, Fascism or Eco-Populism – Our Stark Choice. Join us for this in-person program at the historic UCLA...

Presented by Sunhui Choi, Ph.D. Student, University of California, Los Angeles Hosted by the Early Modern Research Group Online event via Zoom Saihōji in Kyoto, Japan, is famous for its moss-covered garden and is thus referred to as Kokedera, meaning “the moss temple.” What if, however, the design of the moss garden was not intended...

Are you wondering what to make with the rosemary bush in your garden, or looking to grow your own? Come to a Rosemary Workshop! In collaboration with the Teaching Kitchen, the jane b semel Healthy Campus Initiative (HCI) Garden will be going over how to propagate rosemary from stems (and help you start a prop...

In this edition of Food and Film, we turn the focus on Alice Waters herself and her globally focused, locally-driven campaign to change the way we farm, eat and educate. This loving documentary looks at Waters’ 2023 trip to Japan to meet with local chefs, farmers and food activists, in conjunction with the first anniversary...

Understand common garden pests, beneficial insects, and the natural balance that keeps plants healthy. Learn how to manage weeds, diseases, and insect infestations using eco-friendly methods. Explore the Pest Triangle and how to disrupt pest cycles naturally. Develop an integrated approach to maintaining a productive and pest-resistant garden. This event is part of a 4-part...

Mark your calendars and join a book talk by Professor Allison Carruth. Novel Ecologies challenges the conviction that climate change and other environmental crises must be met with ever larger-scale forms of technological intervention. Against the new worlds conjured by Google, Meta, Open AI, Amazon, SpaceX, and a host of lesser-known start-ups, Carruth marshals writers...

Drawing on LANI’s expertise in building relationships and cultivating conversations among diverse stakeholders, the annual Community Forum brings together neighborhood leaders with professionals from city and county departments and agencies, community-based organizations and nonprofits, and the private sector. REGISTER HERE

Conference organized by Robert N. Watson (University of California, Los Angeles), Tiffany Jo Werth (University of California, Davis), and Todd Borlik (Purdue University) Co-sponsored by the UCLA CMRS Center for Early Global Studies and the UC Davis Medieval and Early Modern Studies Program Online event via Zoom To register, please visit: https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/16-Z8Yv_S0y3k18NdEb-Ew The recent turn...

Join a discussion about how climate change is impacting our coral reefs. Coral reefs are among the most biodiverse ecosystems on the planet, supporting a wide range of marine life and providing essential services to coastal communities. However, rising ocean temperatures, acidification, and extreme weather events are putting increasing pressure on these fragile systems. Around...

Please join to learn about an exciting new in-person summer course, Intro to Ecological Medicine, taught at the UCLA Medical School. This upper division course is open to all UCLA (and non-UCLA) undergraduate and graduate students. Course instructors will be on the Zoom call to answer questions about the course. Zoom for info session below:...

Join the UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden on May 17 and celebrate nature with a day of fun activities connecting you to your community! REGISTER HERE

At the October 2024 UCLA Arrowhead Symposium, participants discussed how to create enduring public benefits from hosting major worldwide events in Los Angeles. The UCLA Institute of Transportation Studies Downtown Forum will gather attendees on May 19th to continue the conversation, understanding areas of progress and what else needs to be done in two legacy...

Join the Center for Impact at the UCLA Anderson School of Management as it unveils the findings of the 2025 State of Corporate Sustainability Disclosure report. This comprehensive analysis examines how S&P 500 companies disclose climate-related information, focusing on four key areas: -> greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, -> net zero targets, -> climate risk assessment,...

Join Master Gardner Dr. James Bassett for a final workshop in the Grow LA Victory Gardener Certificate Program. Learn when and how to harvest your fruits and vegetables for peak flavor and nutrition. Discover best practices for storing fresh produce to extend its shelf life. Explore food safety tips to ensure a healthy and sustainable...

Food studies is a growing interdisciplinary field that examines the cultural, economic, political and environmental dimensions of food. Research resources in food studies are equally broad, and can present a challenge for beginner researchers and experienced researchers alike. This workshop will provide an introductory overview of food studies-related resources at the UCLA Library and beyond....

In collaboration with the Department of African American Studies and the Ralph J. Bunche Center at UCLA, we invite you to join us for a short film screening and conversation titled “Performing the South in Watts: Black Expression at the Intersection of Food, Religion, and the Sonic.” with Dr. Derek Hicks of Wake Forest University....

Among those fighting the L.A. fires earlier this year were incarcerated individuals participating in California’s controversial inmate firefighting program. This forum examines the program from the perspectives of formerly incarcerated firefighters, including issues around compensation and potential program reforms. Moderator Romarilyn Ralston, a black feminist abolitionist who served 23 years in prison and now leads...

Presented by Rachel Schloss, Doctoral Candidate, University of California, Los Angeles Hosted by the Early Modern Research Group Online event via Zoom To register, please visit: https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/qHytTYlcTiiINu5XzDQiew Earthen materials have played a critical role in political and social development on the Iberian Peninsula. The unique geology of the Peninsula harbors rich soils, minerals, and clays...

In this Coleman Memorial Lecture, Charisma Acey revisits Claude Ake’s foundational concepts of democracy and development, drawing from over two decades of scholarly research and fieldwork across the African continent. Reflecting on firsthand experiences, from Zimbabwe’s structural adjustment crises and humanitarian relief in Angola to urban struggles for water, sanitation, and environmental justice in Nigeria...

Nature Nexus Institute (NNI) is founded on the belief that reciprocity between communities and nature is essential to the survival of both. NNI seeks to provide equitable and intergenerational entry points to cultivating healthy community-nature relationships. To that end, NNI strives to be a nexus for science, culture, art, and research endeavors that result in...

The Clark Library preserves and provides access to over 130,000 books, manuscripts, and artworks dating from the 15th century to the present. But there is a library of living things on the five acres outside the library’s building, too, and this event will celebrate the urban nature and green spaces at the Clark – and...