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Chancellor Julio Frenk stands in profile by a glass window inside a wood-paneled UCLA building, looking out thoughtfully.

Celebrating a New Era of Boldness

We formally welcomed Julio Frenk as UCLA’s seventh chancellor. The inauguration ceremony was livestreamed on Thursday, June 5, 2025, from 10 a.m. to noon. 

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I have committed my life to public service in roles that bridge academia, social policy and public health practice across different countries and sectors. I look forward to fulfilling this commitment in new ways at UCLA and in the vibrant, diverse city of Los Angeles.


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UCLA Connects: Listening Exercise

In the months leading up to his inauguration, Chancellor Frenk led the UCLA Connects: Listening Exercise — a series of more than 38 conversations with faculty, staff, students and community members. In these sessions, Bruins shared their insights, aspirations and ideas to help shape a collective vision for UCLA’s future.

Creating the future: UCLA’s Strategic Plan 2023 – 28

By any measure, UCLA is a remarkable engine of positive change in California and across the globe. But in a time of transformation within our broader society, within Los Angeles and within our university, how can we deepen UCLA’s impact — and do so in a way that is more inclusive of the diverse communities we serve? That is the question at the heart of UCLA’s 2023-28 Strategic Plan.

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About the Office

The chancellor of UCLA sets the vision and strategic priorities for the university, ensuring that it can effectively carry out its mission of education, research and public service. Julio Frenk took office as UCLA’s chancellor on January 1, 2025.

Share Your Thoughts with the Chancellor

Chancellor Frenk and his staff welcome the UCLA community’s feedback on campus priorities and the university’s direction.

Chancellor’s Messages