College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences
Research Centers & Labs
Your Research Could Change Everything
If your goals include conducting research that has a global positive impact – you’re not alone. Groundbreaking research happens in CHASS. Find the labs and centers doing work that aligns with your passions, and explore the resources available to you.
CHASS Research Centers
California Center for Native Nations
The California Center for Native Nations connects tribes with UC expertise to help with challenges unique to Native nations.
Center for Bibliographical Studies and Research
The Center for Bibliographical Studies and Research is an internationally recognized contributor to the field of bibliographical studies.
Center for Iberian and Latin American Music
The Center for Iberian and Latin American Music fosters interdisciplinary research and performances to preserve, promote, and understand the musical heritage of Iberia and Latin America.
Center for Ideas and Society
The Center for Ideas and Society enriches the intellectual life of the UCR community and beyond with its interdisciplinary research, events, and opportunities for CHASS students and faculty to develop their ideas, share their research, and collaborate with colleagues.
UCR ARTS
UCR ARTS is home to the California Museum of Photography and the Barbara and Art Culver Center of the Arts. Located in downtown Riverside, UCR ARTS presents exhibitions, films, performances, and educational activities in contemporary visual and performing art, as well as photography and photographic technologies, past and present. UCR ARTS serves as a vital gateway to the arts for visitors from around the world.
UCR Inland Empire Labor and Community Center (IELCC)
The UCR Inland Empire Labor and Community Center brings together workers, students, faculty, labor and community organizations, and policymakers to address critical issues facing working people and their communities in the Inland Empire and California
CHASS Labs