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Our story, inspired by yours

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In the Community

UCLA Extension and the SoLa Foundation launch tuition-free university courses in South Los Angeles

Read about the collaboration with the SoLa Foundation
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Alumni Profile

UCLA Extension alumna and award-winning journalist Michelle Fisher returns to class as an instructor

Read about Michelle Fisher's journey
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In the Community

UCLA Extension students dream of a brighter future for Downtown Los Angeles park

Read about the Spring Street Charrette