NOVEMBER 2015 | LOS ANGELES EDITION

Beat 'SC Bonfire and Rally Livestream - Nov. 24. Let's make it four in a row! Join in the revelry and excitement of this annual tradition as the Bruin Spirit is out in full force. The night will feature amazing student performances, a championship tribute, celebrity guests (like India Carney '15), and the always-entertaining UCLA Football team. Visiting alumni receive front-stage VIP seating. Or enjoy the show online via livestream beginning at 7 p.m. PST.

More than a “House of Cards”: Affecting Change through Civic Engagement & Politics – Nov. 12, L.A.
Interested in engaging in the political process, supporting a specific cause, or advocating for higher ed.? Hear from Bruins who currently hold public office, and advisors to top politicians like Hillary Clinton and Gov. Schwarzenegger, to learn how they work to affect change. Food provided. RSVP today.

The Dance of Life
Jackie Lopez '04 has a lifelong love of dance. Her passion for the arts would eventually pave the way to UCLA, yet this dancer, choreographer and educator almost didn’t attend college. She co-founded the Versa-Style Dance Company and is committed to creating educational opportunities for youth through dance.

Make it a Bruin Thanksgiving
If you live near campus, give two students a seat at your table this Thanksgiving. International students are eager for first-hand experiences of this American custom and for guardian scholars an open door is a powerful kindness that reflects the spirit of the holiday. Hear from past alumni hosts about their meaningful experience.

A Dinner for 12 Strangers Like No Other
Anything can happen with 12 strangers. Host a dinner for UCLA students or alumni and experience the fun from the head of the table.

2016 Preview: UCLA Awards and Alumni Day
This spring, the annual UCLA Awards gala will honor the best of UCLA alumni, including our most dedicated volunteers. Nominate an outstanding Bruin for one of the award categories. UCLA Alumni Day is moving to the fall and will feature many exciting events including the relocation of Founders' Rock.

Apple Education Pricing Now Open to UCLA Alumni
Save up to $200 at the UCLA Computer Store with Education Pricing on MacBook, MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac and iPad. Shop online and receive free delivery. This exclusive offer is available only at the UCLA Store and uclastore.com.

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What's New with Alumni Scholarships and Its Scholars

UCLA Delegation Including Alumni Head Downtown to Highlight Many Ways Campus Serves L.A.

UCLA Blueprint Fall Issue - Rich and Poor: Inequality and Society

In Memoriam: 2010 Poet Laureate Richard Heck and Basketball Star Dave Meyers - Read More in Class Notes

UCLA Social Enterprise Academy, Facilitating Local Nonprofit Ventures, Receives $100,000 Gift

Q&A with Bruin Travis Kalanick, Uber Co-Founder and CEO

Black Convocation Speaker Christine Simmons '98 Urges Students to Embrace Perseverance, Diversity and Empowerment

Twenty 'Big Bang' Scholarship Recipients Meet the Cast and Crew of the Show

Photos: UCLA Volunteer Day 2015

Donate or Register for the We Run the City 5K and Help Beat 'SC - Nov. 22, Exposition Park

Photos: Caity and Aaron's UCLA Wedding

Cuban Travel Study Program Breaks Down Student, Alumni Misconceptions

UCLA and XPrize Launch a New Initiative: FUTURIZE X 'The Future of Mankind in Space' - Nov. 6

J. Daniel Johnson '69 Returns to Campbell Hall 46 Years After Black Panther Shooting

Cinematographer, Dean Cundey '68, Discusses Success of ‘Back to the Future’ Series

Q&A: UCLA Alumni Reflect on Armenian Genocide Through Film '1915'

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AMERICAN INDIAN ALUMNI OF UCLA

Nov. 13, UCLA | American Indian Fashion Show

Nov. 14, Pasadena | American Indian Alumni Tailgate

ASIAN PACIFIC ALUMNI OF UCLA

Nov. 3, UCLA | APA UCLA Board Meeting

Nov. 25, Los Angeles | APA UCLA Rivalry Mixer with USC Asian Pacific Alumni Association

BLACK ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Nov. 7, UCLA | Application Workshop

Nov. 14, Los Angeles | Board Meeting

BEACHSIDE BRUINS

Nov. 12, Long Beach | Beachside Bruins General Meeting

BRUIN PROFESSIONALS

November, All Chapters | Network Meetings

CHANNEL ISLANDS NETWORK

Nov. 10, Oxnard | Happy Hour

LAMBDA (LGBTQ) ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Nov. 10, UCLA | UCLA Lambda Alumni Scholarship Reception

LATINO ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Nov. 14, Pasadena | UCLA Latino Alumni Association Tailgate

LOS ANGELES DOWNTOWN NETWORK

Nov. 3, Los Angeles | Board Meeting

Nov. 17, Los Angeles | Downtown L.A. Real Estate: Where is Development Headed?

LOS ANGELES SOUTH EAST NETWORK

Nov. 19, Whittier | Save the Date: Southeast L.A. at Bizarra Capital

PILIPINO ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Nov. 7, Los Angeles | Welcome to the City: Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture

ROSE BOWL BRUINS

Nov. 23, Pasadena | UCLA vs. USC Rivalry Week Challenge

UCLA THEATER, FILM AND TELEVISION

Nov. 14, UCLA | Los Angeles International Culture Film Festival

UCLA ALUMNI AFFAIRS

Nov. 14, Pasadena | Bruin Bash @ the Rose Bowl - Washington State

Nov. 28, Los Angeles | Bruin Bash @ USC

    

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