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In memoriam: Carolyn Boyd, professor emerita of history

Carolyn Boyd, UCI professor emeritus of history, died July 19 at 71. A distinguished historian of modern Spain, she taught at UCI from 1999 to 2010, serving as professor of history, chair of history and dean of graduate studies.

“From Bean to Brew: Coffee & Culture” exhibit

The scoop on coffee

UCI Libraries’ fall exhibit traces its history from bean to beverage, Africa to America, cultivation to cultural staple

Kenneth Pomeranz

Past master

Kenneth Pomeranz, UCI expert on China, is new American Historical Association president.

Daniel Do-Khanh

Fortunate son

Daniel Do-Khanh ’93 has come a long way since he and his parents fled Vietnam during the fall of Saigon in April 1975, leaving behind their home and all of their belongings. Today he’s a successful attorney working out of a spacious Irvine office with a sweeping view of the Orange County coast, but Do-Khanh […]

Gail Taylor, 65, pursues history Ph.D. after healthcare career

Gail Taylor is pursuing a doctorate in history after a 30-year career in healthcare.

UCI alum reaches kids through art

J.H. Everett, who holds multiple degrees from UCI, turned a hobby into a career – helping needy local kids in the process.

Holly Poe Durbin

Film, fashion focus of fall exhibit

UCI Libraries to showcase Hollywood’s role as style maker.

Emily Rosenberg

Touching the past

Professor of the Year Emily Rosenberg has a hands-on approach to teaching 20th century U.S. history.

Chinese rock ‘n’ roll loving youth

Demystifying China

Jeff Wasserstrom, history professor, discusses the myths, realities of China’s growing global influence.