Throughout his tenure, Chancellor Gene Block has expanded UCLA’s reach with numerous acquisitions that span beyond the hills of Westwood and into greater Los Angeles. Block, who was in office for 17 years, replaced former interim Chancellor Norman Abrams, who had held the position since 2006. Read more...
Photo: Throughout his 17 years as UCLA’s chancellor, Gene Block expanded the university’s reach into Los Angeles, providing new opportunities for the UCLA community. Block acquired new research facilities, student housing and medical centers, among other opportunities. (Ashley Heeseon Choi/Graphics editor) Photo credit: Ashley Heeseon Choi