JANUARY 2016 | YOUNG ALUMNI EDITION

Bruins in the NFL. With the football playoffs just around the corner, here's a visual run down of former UCLA players who currently play in the NFL. See which team your favorite Bruin ended up on and at what position.

Young Alumni Spotlight: Kelly Li '10
Following your dream can be a rewarding path, but the path shouldn’t end there. Kelly Li, founder of Studio K Apparel Co., believes you should “Dream. Create. Repeat.” Read about his journey and how he aspires to inspire others.

Save the Date: Raising Healthy Children - Feb. 11
For parents and family members, a child's development in mind, body and spirit is their No. 1 priority. This program features two alumnae experts who will present on nutrition, mental health and overall child wellness for children five and under. Email us topics you would like addressed during this program.

Nominate an Exceptional Bruin
From larger-than-life legends like Jackie Robinson and John Wooden to community heroes like Captain Anita Ortega '82 and Nancy Halpern Ibrahim '80, M.P.H. '93, UCLA Awards are bestowed upon Bruins who have brought pride and honor to the university because of their work. Nominate someone who makes you proud to be a Bruin.

Survey: Creating Meaningful Career Programs
UCLA Alumni Career Programs is deeply committed to developing a robust career resource hub and offering the services, events and programs most important to you. Please take a few minutes to provide your feedback and help us identify the career services and professional development programs that can contribute to lifelong alumni career success.

Bruin Woods: Apply by Jan. 31 for the Lottery to Spend a Week in Paradise
Campfires. Counselors for the kids. Swimming. Stargazing. Charming condolets. Chef-inspired meals. Archery. Arts and crafts. Kayaking. Mountain biking. Exclusive and all-inclusive, find your Bruin Spirit in the beauty of Lake Arrowhead at UCLA's alumni, faculty and staff family resort.

Spirit Squad All Access Reception - Feb. 6, Pauley Pavilion
Come to an afternoon filled with entertainment, prizes and all-around fun. Meet coaches, players and Spirit Squad members at this annual fundraiser which goes a long way to support the team. It's a good time for the whole family.

Kiplinger Ranks UCLA at No. 6 for ‘Best Value’ Public College in 2016

UCLA Men's Water Polo Team Defeats USC to Earn UCLA's 113th NCAA Title

UCLA Faculty and Students Attended Historic U.N. Climate Talks in Paris

Global Forums Strengthen UCLA Alumni and Supporter Networks in Asia

Check Out the December Issue of the UCLA Campaign Newsletter

Chancellor Block and Vice Chancellor Kang Discuss Campus Climate, Issues Facing UC

Class Notes: Former Detroit Lions Running Back and UCLA Alumnus, Mel Farr, Died at Age 70

UCLA Chancellor Emeritus Charles Young: "Join the Movement to Transform UCLA Into the Global Startup Leader"

Alumni Share Their Traditions, Families and Thanksgiving Dinners with International Students

Lambda (LGBTQ) Alumni Association Celebrates New Student Scholars

Alumnus Donates 100% of Book Proceeds to Victims of Paris Attacks

Derek Herrera, M.B.A. '15 Wins Top Prize at First primeUC Competition

Formerly Conjoined Twins Reunite with Their Hospital Team and Visit Pediatric Patients

Russell Westbrook Gives the Single Largest Donation to UCLA by a Former Basketball Player

Hosting or Attending a Dinner for 12 Strangers Will Bring You Back to the Good Old UCLA Days

Survey: Tell Us What Kinds of Travel Experiences Would Appeal to Young Alumni

120th Faculty Research Lecture: "How We Learn vs. How We Think We Learn" - Feb. 17

Winter 2016: A Bruin Guide to the Season’s Best in UCLA Arts and Culture, Entertainment and Sports

Q&A: Urban Planner Joan Ling, M.F.A. '82 on the Joy of Teaching, Watching Cat Videos

At UCLA, It's Medicine 2.0

Member Benefit: Select from a Variety of UCLA Recreation Packages. Access to 14 Facilities and Courses: Tennis, Rowing, Swimming and More!

BEACHSIDE BRUINS

Jan. 28, Long Beach | Beachside Bruins General Meeting

 

CONEJO VALLEY NETWORK

Jan. 19, Westlake Village | Conejo Valley General Meeting

Jan. 23, Thousand Oaks | Evening at the Symphony

LOS ANGELES DOWNTOWN NETWORK

Jan. 5, Los Angeles | Los Angeles Downtown Network Monthly Meeting

PILIPINO ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Jan. 21, Los Angeles | Pilipino Alumni Association General Meeting

SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA NETWORK

Jan. 9, TBD | Bay Area Bruins Network Planning Meeting

Jan. 15, Mountain View | Cup of Java @ Silicon Valley

Jan. 22, San Francisco | Cup of Java - San Francisco Monthly Networking Event

UCLA ALUMNI AFFAIRS

Jan. 13, Los Angeles | UCLA vs. USC Men's Basketball Pregame Party

Feb. 6, Los Angeles | UCLA Spirit Squad's All-Access Reception

UCLA PARENT AND FAMILY PROGRAMS

Jan. 30, Various Locations | Coffee Social Day

WESTWOOD WOMENS BRUINS CLUB

Jan. 20, UCLA | Westwood Women Luncheon

YOUNG ALUMNI PROFESSIONALS

Jan. 25, Los Angeles | Young Alumni Professionals: Monthly Meeting

    

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