UCLA School of Law opened on September 19, 1949, as the first public law school in Southern California, with a mission of service and a dedication to promoting “the spirit, the ideals, and the ethical standards of the common legal heritage.” As we mark our 75th anniversary, please join us in celebrating our shared achievements, honoring our rich history and looking forward to our continued work as a beacon of legal excellence and innovation.
One of the best things about UCLA Law is how, for the past 75 years, we have grown as a diverse community of strivers, dreamers and people advocating for positive change. Today, we are many – including more than 20,000 living alumni – and our unyielding commitment to caring for our neighbors, engaging in a cutting-edge legal education and achieving excellence is central to our collective experience. This anniversary is an exciting moment to reflect on all that makes us great and all that we have on the horizon. I’m thrilled to be on this remarkable journey with you.
Michael Waterstone
Dean, UCLA School of Law
Join the dean of UCLA School of Law, Michael Waterstone, UCLA Chancellor Julio Frenk, and distinguished faculty, students, and alumni as we celebrate 75 years of UCLA Law.
Faculty, students, and alumni talk about how the Frank G. Wells Environmental Law Clinic trains students in environmental lawyering through hands-on experience with real clients.
Celebrate UCLA Law’s powerful legacy and commitment to educational excellence by making a gift to the UCLA Law 75th Anniversary Scholarship Fund. UCLA Law 75th Anniversary Scholarship was established to commemorate this significant milestone in our school’s history and support future generations of students who will become lawyers and leaders. Your support will empower exceptional students to reach their full potential and shape the future of legal leadership.
“Support from the UCLA Law community is vital to our school’s future and creates lasting impact. Thank you for your generosity and commitment to making a difference at UCLA Law for the next 75 years and beyond!”
We hope that you were able to join us in celebrating UCLA Law’s 75 groundbreaking years! Anniversary events included a law school tailgate at the UCLA football game, our annual reunion celebration, moments to address current issues and honor our past, the Alumni of the Year awards ceremony, and a special block party for our community in the spring.