Rooted in Los Angeles, UCLA is a global symbol of academic prestige and the aspirational laid-back sophistication of California. With more than 100 years of celebrated athletic achievements, groundbreaking research, and cultural influence, UCLA has built a legacy of success. But our definition of "champion" goes far beyond the scoreboard—it includes Nobel Laureates, civil rights leaders, filmmakers, astronauts, and changemakers who have reshaped their fields.