AUGUST 2015 | NATIONAL EDITION

Bruin Bash 2015. Are you excited for UCLA Football? Make your reservations to the ultimate pre-game party for every game, home or away. Bruin Bash features a delicious buffet of food and beverages, a DJ, entertainment and a whole lot of Bruin spirit. The first home game against the University of Virginia is Sept. 5. See photos from last season.

Christine Simmons '98 Leads the Way
As president and COO of the WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks, Christine Simmons began as a campus student leader in the mid-90s and has since returned home as president-elect of the UCLA Alumni Association. Along the way, she's worked with minority-owned businesses, created strategic alliances with Disney and NBC Universal, and found a mentor in Magic Johnson.

Upcoming New Bruin Send-Offs
As incoming students prepare to leave their hometowns for the educational experience of a lifetime at UCLA, join parents, students and fellow alumni in their send-off celebration. From park picnics to backyard barbeques, find a New Bruin Send-Off happening near you.

New Leadership, Partnership and Careers
As director of Partnership UCLA, Katrina Davy used collaborations across campus and in the community to help students prepare for the professional world. She recently joined Alumni Affairs to lead Alumni Career Programs and initiate new strategies and partnerships to help alumni search for jobs, make career transitions and offer opportunities for professional growth.

Bruins in Government
Whether it's at the local, state or national stage, UCLA alumni have served in public office at every level of government. While representing constituents of their district, they bring honor to the university through their public service and their common Bruin heritage. Get to know the active Bruins in office representing L.A., several California districts and New York State.

Cuba's Cultural Heritage, Feb. 2016
The time to experience Cuba is now. Travel from Havana to Trinidad and unravel the richness of Cuban culture. With more than 20 sold-out departures in the last four years, see why we have one of the best Cuba offerings around.

The 2015 Special Olympics World Games Take Center Stage, Eight Sporting Events Held on Campus

UCLA Raises Record $643 Million in 2014-15

UCLA Hospitals Rank 3rd in the Country in U.S. News and World Report

Chancellor's Message on the UCLA Health Cyber Attack

UCLA Offers Admission to More than 16,000 Students for Fall 2015, Most Diverse Group in Campus History

UCLA Hosts Global Forums in Hong Kong, Taipei and Tokyo to Strengthen Ties in Asia

Christine McCarthy, M.B.A. '81 Named C.F.O. of The Walt Disney Company, Learn More in Class Notes

Bruins at San Diego Comic-Con

Charleston Shooting Brings Campus Community Together in Alumni Center to Grieve

UCLA Gold Medalist Rafer Johnson '59 Continues to Champion Special Olympics

For Eunice Gonzales '15, These Incredible Photos Prove What the American Dream Really Looks Like

From Broadway to Big Bird: Behind the Scenes With Sesame Street's Alan Muraoka '85

Foster Youth at UCLA Help Lead Effort to Outfit Haitian Soccer Team at Special Olympics

Get Students Off to a Great Start This Fall by Donating School Supplies for Underrepresented Students in Need

Bruins of Mixed Heritage Invited to Join the UCLA Mixed Alumni Association

Gourmet Ice Cream, Inspiring Reads, Creative Cuisine, Here's a Bruin Guide to an Offbeat Summer

Violinist Yasmeen Al-Mazeedi '15 Creates Philanthropic Pop Ensemble of UCLA Musicians

Bruin-Produced, Award-Winning Food Series ‘TASTE’ Captures Unifying Aspect of Food

Liberty Mutual Offers Quality Auto and Home Insurance to UCLA Alumni Association Members

Super Kiddos Make the Brightest Superstars! Open Their World to the Wonders of Education by Opening a ScholarShare College Savings Account

ARIZONA NETWORK

Aug. 22, Tempe | New Bruin Send-Off

ATLANTA NETWORK

Aug. 8, Marietta | New Bruin Send-Off

CALIFORNIA CHANNEL ISLANDS NETWORK

Aug. 11, Ventura | Summer Happy Hour

Aug. 30, Camarillo | New Bruin Send-Off

CALIFORNIA CENTRAL COAST NETWORK

Aug. 15, San Luis Obispo | New Bruin Send-Off

COLORADO NETWORK

Aug. 15, Denver | New Bruin Send-Off

CONEJO VALLEY NETWORK

Aug. 11, Westlake Village | Summer Happy Hour

HOUSTON NETWORK

Aug. 8, Houston | New Bruin Send-Off

Aug. 11, Houston | Nachos and Networking

LAS VEGAS NETWORK

Aug. 11, Las Vegas | Summer Happy Hour

Aug. 30, Las Vegas | New Bruin Send-Off

Sept. 12, Las Vegas | UCLA vs. UNLV Bruin Bash

Sept. 12, Las Vegas | UCLA vs. UNLV Football Game

MONTEREY NETWORK

Aug. 30, Monterey | New Bruin Send-Off

NEW YORK TRI–STATE NETWORK

Aug. 24, New York | Bruins at Bryant Park Movies: Back to the Future

PHILADELPHIA NETWORK

Aug. 16, Ambler | New Bruin Send-Off

RENO/TAHOE NETWORK

Aug. 11, Reno | National Happy Hour

SACRAMENTO COUNTY NETWORK

Aug. 11, Sacramento | Networking Mixer

SPOKANE AREA NETWORK

Aug. 15, Spokane | Spokane Area Network Kickoff Party

WASHINGTON, D.C. AREA NETWORK

Aug. 14, Washington, D.C. | Jazz in the Garden

Aug. 22, Washington, D.C. | Pac-12 DC United Game and Tailgate

    

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