Remembering Charles E. Young: UCLA's Longest-Serving Chancellor
Charles E. Young, the longest-serving chancellor of UCLA, passed away at the age of 91. Young transformed UCLA into a renowned research university during his 29-year tenure, overseeing significant growth in budget, student enrollment, and endowed professorships. He was known for his fiery personality, commitment to academic freedom, and support for affirmative action. Despite facing criticism and personal challenges, Young's leadership elevated UCLA's stature and left a lasting legacy.