In the early 2000s, UC Berkeley rhetoric professor Winnie Wong visited Dafen village in China, where artists painted replicas of famous pieces like the Mona Lisa and Starry Night. It dramatically changed how she thinks about art and those who make it.
When Winnie Wong first saw Dafen Oil Painting Village in 2006, it was nothing like she’d imagined.
The Chinese village was known for mass producing copies of Western art. She’d read about it in The New York Times, which described a kind of compound where thousands of artists painted replicas of famous artworks...
Alianza at UC Berkeley, a Chicanx/Latinx staff organization, recently announced the winners of the 2025 UC Berkeley Alianza Latinx Staff Award. This award is designed to "recognize and honor the remarkable achievements, contributions, and talents of our Latinx-identifying staff members." Congratulations to all of this year's recipients, which include the following L...
On Tuesday, March 18, the College of Letters & Science Administrative Advisory Committee (AAC) hosted a conversation between Professors David Nadler and Shannon Steen on the topic “What is Creativity?” at its second L&S Lunch and Learn convening. Moderated by Aileen Liu, Director of Curricular Engagement Initiatives, this discussion afforded L&S staff the opportunity to thoughtfully engage with the scholarship of the College and connect with their colleagues....
UC Berkeley Cognitive Science Assistant Director for Student Services MacKenzie Moore began her journey at Cal as an American History graduate student, where she fell in love with the campus environment and student culture. She went on to become a lecturer in the History Department, which deepened her passion for working with students and led her to her current role.
At the Cognitive Science program, Moore is responsible for supporting staff, collaborating on program strategy and contributing to the overall success of it. Her commitment to empowering students and staff continues to...
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our dear colleague and friend, Ben Dillon. Ben, our dedicated marketing and communications manager, passed away the morning of March 4, 2025 after a sudden and intense battle with cancer.
There are no words to fully express the depth of our sorrow. Ben was a bright light in our department—a colleague whose generosity, compassion, and kindness touched...
On Wednesday, October 9, the College of Letters & Science Administrative Advisory Committee (AAC) hosted its inaugural L&S Brown Bag Lunch and Learn. One of several new initiatives by the recently revamped AAC, the Lunch and Learn provides L&S staff members an opportunity to connect with their colleagues and...
Group photo with kids, staff and volunteers on their last day in Ghana.
UC Berkeley Social Sciences Budget Director Zahra Rezapour embarked on a humanitarian mission to Ghana in January as part of a group with Volunteers for International Medical Aid (VIMA), an organization dedicated to supporting orphaned children and underserved communities....
The College of Letters & Science encompasses two-thirds of UC Berkeley's undergraduates - nearly 21,000 students. With over 70 unique majors to choose from, L&S students can create their own paths to inquiry, discovery, and a bright future. Each student is largely supported by L&S advisors who offer compassionate support and guidance throughout their academic journey. Meet the Training Team from the L&S Office of Undergraduate Advising: Tim Cahill, Senior Advising Project Lead, Continuing Training Lead
Meet Anthony Vitan, facilities and operations manager for the Division of Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS) at UC Berkeley. A Berkeley native with nearly 20 years on campus, Anthony ensures facilities run smoothly to support teaching and research. From pandemic recovery efforts to sustainable building projects, his work reflects deep dedication to the campus he’s called home since childhood.
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our dear colleague and friend, Ben Dillon. Ben, our dedicated marketing and communications manager, passed away the morning of March 4, 2025 after a sudden and intense battle with cancer.
