UC Press Blog

Both propaganda and entertainment, George Seaton’s film, "The Big Lift," released in 1950, starring Montgomery Clift, saw Hollywood dramatize the struggles of post-war Berlin and the Berlin Airlift.

Author Andrea Gómez Cervantes on the impact of changing policies on immigrants’ family dynamics, community building, inter-ethnic relationships, and work and educational experiences.

Author Bob Wyss on the unexpected champion of clean air.

Learn more about Michael Snodgrass's research into the bracero guest worker program.

Preview the new Fall 2025 issue of "PHR," including Marc Rodriguez's editorial reflecting on his last ten years at the helm of the journal.

The recipient of the Western History Association's 2025 Arrington-Prucha Prize recognizing the best article on American western religious history tells us about his research into evangelical Christian nightclubs.

WHA award-winner Nicole Martin discusses the history behind who has had the right to possess homes and, by extension, American citizenship.

Uncovering the history of Kāpena (Captain) George Gilley, the first Native Hawaiian known to lead whaling expeditions.

Authors Laura-Anne Minkoff-Zern and Teresa Mares on why there can be no quality or sustainable food for consumers if frontline immigrant workers are not treated with dignity and justice.

"Challenging the Myths of US History" offers a meditation on the soul of America and asks: what narrative should we tell ourselves about the nation’s past?