2025 UCLA Awards
Since 1946, UCLA has paid tribute to its most distinguished luminaries who have lit the way for UCLA's brightest stars to shine. From larger-than-life legends to community heroes, UCLA Awards are bestowed upon Bruins who have brought great honor to the university and whose contributions impact the world.
The 2025 ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 17. For questions, contact awards@alumni.ucla.edu.
Celia Ward-Wallace, Bruin story since ’98
Celia Ward-Wallace ’98 is the 2025 Edward A. Dickson Alumnus of the Year. A social justice leader, visionary changemaker and entrepreneur, her work through South L.A. Café and its Community Foundation has had a transformative impact in South Los Angeles and beyond. The daughter of civil rights organizers Lian Hurst Mann and Eric Mann, Ward-Wallace […]
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Isaac Bryan, Bruin story since M.P.P. ʼ18
Isaac Bryan, M.P.P. ’18 is the recipient of the 2025 UCLA Award for Public Service, recognizing his impactful leadership in improving the lives of Californians. Throughout his career, Bryan has built diverse coalitions to champion environmental justice, racial equity, housing justice and reform of the criminal legal system. Bryan earned his bachelor’s degree from the […]
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Joanna Doran, Bruin story since ʼ98
The 2025 UCLA Award for Professional Achievement belongs to Joanna Doran ʼ98 for her dedication to improving the lives of those affected by cancer. The distinguished attorney, author and speaker is an advocate for patients finding a path forward, allowing them to focus on healing. Doran's commitment began while studying political science with an emphasis […]
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Ricardo Barboza, Bruin story since ’95
The 2025 UCLA Award for Community Service honors Chief Ricardo Barboza ’95, UCLA Fire Marshal for the UCLA campus and UCLA Health, for his outstanding dedication to keeping the campus safe and his deep commitment to the True Bruin Values: excellence, integrity, accountability, respect and service. For nearly two decades, Chief Barboza has been a […]
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Ron Yee, Bruin story since ’84
Ron Yee ’84 is the recipient of the 2025 UCLA Award for Volunteer of the Year, representing the true spirit of Bruin generosity. His deep love for UCLA isn’t just reflected in his ever-present Bruin gear or his personalized UCLA license plate — it shines through in the countless hours he has devoted to uplifting […]
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Scout Bassett, Bruin story since ’11
Scout Bassett is the 2025 UCLA Young Alumnus of the Year, recognized for her advocacy and resilience. The Paralympian, author and activist transformed the adversity she faced into a powerful platform to champion others. As an infant, Bassett lost her leg in a chemical fire and spent her early years in a Chinese orphanage. Adopted […]
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Bruin Professionals
Bruin Professionals is the recipient of the 2025 UCLA Award for Network of the Year for their commitment to building and supporting a community of Bruin business leaders and professionals. The network excels at fostering a sense of belonging, while empowering members to build a strong network of supporting Bruin-owned businesses. The network’s core values […]
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2022 Award Recipients
Bruin Professionals
Bruin Professionals is the recipient of the 2025 UCLA Award for Network of the Year for their commitment to building and supporting a community of Bruin business leaders and professionals. The network excels at fostering a sense of belonging, while empowering members to build a strong network of supporting Bruin-owned businesses. The network’s core values […]
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Celia Ward-Wallace, Bruin story since ’98
Celia Ward-Wallace ’98 is the 2025 Edward A. Dickson Alumnus of the Year. A social justice leader, visionary changemaker and entrepreneur, her work through South L.A. Café and its Community Foundation has had a transformative impact in South Los Angeles and beyond. The daughter of civil rights organizers Lian Hurst Mann and Eric Mann, Ward-Wallace […]
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Isaac Bryan, Bruin story since M.P.P. ʼ18
Isaac Bryan, M.P.P. ’18 is the recipient of the 2025 UCLA Award for Public Service, recognizing his impactful leadership in improving the lives of Californians. Throughout his career, Bryan has built diverse coalitions to champion environmental justice, racial equity, housing justice and reform of the criminal legal system. Bryan earned his bachelor’s degree from the […]
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Joanna Doran, Bruin story since ʼ98
The 2025 UCLA Award for Professional Achievement belongs to Joanna Doran ʼ98 for her dedication to improving the lives of those affected by cancer. The distinguished attorney, author and speaker is an advocate for patients finding a path forward, allowing them to focus on healing. Doran's commitment began while studying political science with an emphasis […]
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Ricardo Barboza, Bruin story since ’95
The 2025 UCLA Award for Community Service honors Chief Ricardo Barboza ’95, UCLA Fire Marshal for the UCLA campus and UCLA Health, for his outstanding dedication to keeping the campus safe and his deep commitment to the True Bruin Values: excellence, integrity, accountability, respect and service. For nearly two decades, Chief Barboza has been a […]
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Ron Yee, Bruin story since ’84
Ron Yee ’84 is the recipient of the 2025 UCLA Award for Volunteer of the Year, representing the true spirit of Bruin generosity. His deep love for UCLA isn’t just reflected in his ever-present Bruin gear or his personalized UCLA license plate — it shines through in the countless hours he has devoted to uplifting […]
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Scout Bassett, Bruin story since ’11
Scout Bassett is the 2025 UCLA Young Alumnus of the Year, recognized for her advocacy and resilience. The Paralympian, author and activist transformed the adversity she faced into a powerful platform to champion others. As an infant, Bassett lost her leg in a chemical fire and spent her early years in a Chinese orphanage. Adopted […]
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Asad Madni ’69, M.S. ʼ72
The 2024 UCLA Award for Professional Achievement belongs to Asad M. Madni ’69, M.S. ʼ72, for his revolutionary contributions to science, engineering and technology. A world-renowned visionary leader, scientist, technologist, inventor and philanthropist, Dr. Madni was born and raised in Mumbai, India (then Bombay) where his curiosity was sparked by a simple transistor radio and […]
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