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Council welcomes UCLA chancellor Julio Frank in ceremonial presentation
Summary
Councilmembers welcomed UCLA Chancellor Julio Frank to Los Angeles in a series of ceremonial remarks highlighting UCLA’s local economic and civic ties and planned collaborations with the city.
The Los Angeles City Council formally welcomed Julio Frank as UCLA’s new chancellor in a ceremonial presentation during which council members and university and alumni leaders highlighted the school’s ties to the city and its role as a local economic and cultural anchor.
Chancellor Julio Frank, introduced by Councilmember (name as stated in the transcript) and UCLA alumni leaders, said the university’s mission is to serve the public good and described three ways UCLA works with Los Angeles: community service and volunteer response to disasters, economic contributions as a major employer and research institution, and cultural partnerships that draw residents to museums and events. "The UCLA is not just a university in Los Angeles, but a university for Los Angeles," Frank said in his remarks.
Why it matters: Council speakers framed the university as an economic driver, education pipeline and civic partner, and several council members noted that multiple members of the council are UCLA alumni. Remarks referenced UCLA initiatives including downtown and South Bay campus expansions and transit‑oriented connections that leaders said will deepen ties to the city.
Highlights from remarks and presentations: Councilmember Tracy Park introduced the chancellor, noting volunteers and students who support disaster responses and local programs; the council president and alumni association leadership offered greetings; speakers referenced the university’s museums (Hammer Museum) and community programs and said UCLA’s work will be important ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games.
No council votes or formal policy actions occurred during the presentation. The exchange was recorded as a ceremonial item on the agenda and concluded with a group photo and presentation of a certificate to Chancellor Frank.
