FAQs for Faculty

I need help with technical issues with my computer or other university devices – who should I contact?

You can reach out to Undergraduate Education IT (UIT) to place a ticket for assistance. Contact the helpdesk through one of the following methods:

UIT Portal
Call the Helpdesk at 310-206-4525
Email helpdesk@college.ucla.edu

I have an outstanding student who I think should apply for nationally competitive scholarships or be considered for UCLA’s nomination. How can I nominate them?

Please contact Rebecca Blustein, Assistant Director of the Center for Scholarships & Scholar Enrichment: rblustein@college.ucla.edu

I was elected to Phi Beta Kappa at my undergraduate institution. How can I participate in UCLA’s chapter of Phi Beta Kappa?

Please contact us at pbk@college.ucla.edu. We are working to develop our chapter’s activities (including guest lectures) and welcome PBK members across campus to serve on our chapter’s committees. We also invite PBK faculty to our annual induction ceremony in the spring.

I am interested in creating a course that satisfies General Education, Diversity, and/or Writing II requirements. How do I get started?

For more information about submitting a course proposal for GE, Diversity, or Writing II, please visit the following websites:

I want to make a change to my department’s requirements for College majors, minors, honors programs, and other curricular requirements of the College. How do I get started?

Please submit a proposal to the College Faculty Executive Committee (FEC) for review. For more information, please visit the College FEC website and/or contact Jen Hirashiki, Academic Coordinator for shared governance.

I am interested in developing a Cluster course. How do I get started?

Please refer to the Faculty pages on the UCLA Cluster website, including “Course Development” and “Teaching in a Cluster” for information about how to get started, the experience teaching in a Cluster and instructional support provided to the Clusters.

I have questions about utilizing the Bruin Learn platform for my course. Who can I contact and where can I find support and resources?

The Bruin Learn Center of Excellence manages the Bruin Learn platform for UCLA. They offer many resources, including live trainings, office hours and guides. If you have further questions, please email bruinlearn-support@it.ucla.edu.

Who can I consult with if I want to improve the instructional design of my course?

UCLA’s Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) provides multiple services, resources and programs to enhance and support teaching excellence, innovation and inclusivity. To request a consultation for instructional improvement, please visit the instructional improvement page.