NOVEMBER 2017 | ORANGE COUNTY EDITION
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Beat 'SC Bonfire and Rally - Nov. 15, 5:30 p.m. Go back in time at a carnival replete with vintage games and salty snacks. Enjoy some melodious tunes and serious moves from UCLA’s a cappella groups and hip hop crews. Cheer your head off for the UCLA Women’s Basketball Team—and of course—the football team as they prepare to take on the Trojans on Nov. 18. Watch it live on campus or through the livestream. Sponsored by Wescom Credit Union.

The Making of Indigenous Peoples Day
On Aug. 30, the Los Angeles City Council voted to replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day in honor and recognition of the native inhabitants of Los Angeles. Read how UCLA staff, students and alumni played a critical role in this historical achievement.

One Unforgettable Game
Like most people who watched UCLA's unbelievable comeback win against Texas A&M in the season opener, Karen Nguyen '08 and John Hatch '75 rode that emotional roller coaster to its exhilarating end. Relive that crazy game through their eyes and the magic of never giving up.

The Bell of the Ball
Besides a National Championship trophy, the Victory Bell is the most coveted prize for any Bruin fan. Because it means victory over our arch-nemesis. But have you ever wondered what this 88-year-old rivalry has meant to the Victory Bell herself? She tells all in this Connect exclusive.

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Chancellor Block and UCLA Foundation Board Embark on Tour of Asia

UCLA is No. 13 in 2018 Best Global Universities Ranking

UCLA Raises a Record $650 Million and the Largest Number of Gifts from Young Alumni in 2016-17

Mo Ostin Basketball Center is as Comfortable as It is State of the Art

Christine Simmons '98, President of L.A. Sparks and Alumni Association, to Receive 2017 WISE Los Angeles Women of Inspiration Award

Video - Bruin Career Insights: The Myth of Work-Life Balance

Daniel Chen '07 Discusses His Role as Director of Constituent Services for Sen. Kamala Harris

Astronaut Anna Fisher '71, M.D. '76 To Be Honored at UCLA's Free Science Festival - Nov. 5

Photos: View Stunning Images from UCLA Alumni Travel's Tour of Iceland

Nominate a Bruin Who Exemplifies a Life Full of Purpose and Meaning for the UCLA Healthy Campus Initiative Eudaimonia Award

New Exhibits and Endowed Scholarship to Carry on Arthur Ashe's '66 Legacy at UCLA

UCLA Community Provides Long-Distance Assist for Puerto Rico Recovery

Congratulations to Gold Member Andrew Blair '91 for Winning the Gift Pack of UCLA Under Armour Gear. Upgrade to Gold Today

Celebrate 50 Years of Good Food and Conversation at Dinners for 12 Strangers by Hosting a Dinner for Local Alumni on Feb. 24, 25 or March 3

Photos: Alumni Networks Partake in Community Beautification Projects for UCLA Volunteer Day

Historian Bill Beigel '80, M.A. '83 to Share Stories of 275 Bruins Who Fought in World War II

Take a Tour of Nine New Sites and Glimpse the Campus of the Future

Alumna Joanna Jones Makes Broadway Debut, Performs Dual Role in "Hamilton"

Matt Pell '15 and Kai Bryant '15 Create App to Encourage Involvement in Local Politics

Video - Bruin Family Insights: Keeping Up with Bruin Traditions

Conrad Contreras '15 and Mallory Valenzuela '13 Launch Online Platform for Sharing Filipino Experiences

Alumni Can Access Flexible Health Insurance Plans Through GetInsured. Sign Up Before Enrollment Ends on Dec. 15

Ring In the Holidays at the UCLA Meyer & Renee Luskin Conference Center and Hotel. Enjoy a Bed & Breakfast Getaway Package Exclusively for Alumni

Save Up to $200 on Event Tickets and Find Your Seats at Vivid Seats

Network Events

ALUMNI CAREER PROGRAMS

Nov. 16, YouTube Live | Save the Date - Bruin Career Insights: Be Nimble

BLACK ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Nov. 16, UCLA | UBAA General Meeting

BRUIN PROFESSIONALS NETWORK

Nov. 8, Irvine | Bruin Professionals Orange County Chapter Meeting (Morning)

Nov. 15, Irvine | Bruin Professionals Irvine Chapter Meeting (Noon)

ORANGE COUNTY NETWORK

Nov. 3, Newport Beach | UCLA Football vs. Utah Game Watch Party

Nov. 5, Laguna Beach | OC Bruins Hike: Top of the World

Dec. 13, Irvine | OC Bruins Holiday Social

PARENT AND FAMILY PROGRAMS

Nov. 6, YouTube Live | Bruin Family Insights: Addressing Mental Health & Holistic Wellness with Your Student

UCLA ALUMNI AFFAIRS

Nov. 11, Pasadena | Bruin Bash

Nov. 18, Los Angeles | Bruin Bash at USC

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