December 2019 | National Edition
UCLA Alumni Connect

Thanks to You

UCLA did not become the No. 1 public university in the country without the contributions of alumni. Because of your support, we've engaged more Bruins worldwide as dinner guests, mentors, volunteers, scholarship donors and attendees at more than 1,300 networking events in the past year. Before UCLA's Centennial Campaign comes to a close this month, help continue making a difference in the lives of alumni and students with a tax-deductible gift to sustain your Alumni Association.     
Dinners for 12 Strangers

Host a Dinner for 12 Strangers

On Feb. 22, 23 and 29, Bruins will gather in homes or restaurants around the world to continue a 52-year-old tradition. Consider hosting or co-hosting a dinner party that welcomes 12 new Bruins into your life for one night, and create memories that will last a lifetime. 
CPO Food Closet

Food Insecurity at UCLA

According to a 2018 survey, food insecurity affects an estimated 45% of all college students. In response to this pressing issue, UCLA's Community Programs Office Food Closet works to provide students with access to basic needs year-round. But as access to food is insecure, so is funding. UCLA's alumni board is stepping up to help and here's how you can too.
Bill Walton getting arrested

UCLA in the 1970s

The Seventies saw the continuation of the cultural and political revolution that began in the Sixties. With campus protests reaching a crescendo, major strides were made in diversity, equity and science. UCLA Athletics also reached new heights under Coach Wooden's record-breaking reign along with the expansion of women's sports.
UCLA Awards

Nominate a Bruin for UCLA Award

Since 1946, the Alumni Association has honored alumni who have risen to excellence through their achievements or their service. Nominate a Bruin whom you admire and who deserves to be recognized with a UCLA Award.

UCLA 100

Video: Celebrating UCLA Centenarian Mary Brunner '37

UCLA Veterans Day Ceremony Salutes Those Who Served

Second Centennial Initiative Will Engage L.A.-Area School Teachers and Students

10 Questions Lecture Highlights Different Definitions of Community

NEWS

DNC Pulls 6th Presidential Primary Debate From UCLA

David Geffen Adds $46 Million to Landmark Medical Scholarships Program

Beat ’SC Bonfire Called Off for Second Straight Year in Response to State Wildfires

Chancellor Block: UCLA Stands With DACA Recipients and All Immigrant Students on Campus

2019 List of the World’s Most Influential Scientific Researchers Includes 47 UCLA Scholars

UCLA Health Partners With Kareem Abdul-Jabbar '69 on Health and Wellness

CAREER

More Than 1,700 Matches Made Between Alumni and Students in the Alumni Mentor Program; Help a Bruin on UCLA ONE

Bruin Success Podcast: Jake Rosen '16 of Hulu

BRUIN SPIRIT

Video: How to Talk Politics With Family During the Holidays

More than 300 UCLA Health Care Providers Treat the Homeless

UCLA's Operation Mend Cheered on at New York City Veterans Day Parade

Daily Bruin Wins Awards for Nation’s Best Collegiate Newspaper, Websites

Lecturer Gives Out Stuffed Animals in Every Lecture of His Introductory Vietnamese Class

VOLUNTEER

Apply for a Leadership Position on the UCLA Alumni Association Board or Various Campus Boards

ARTS, CULTURE & LEARNING

Video: UCLA Grads Infuse New Flavors into L.A.'s Food Scene

UCLA Study: Arctic Ocean Could be Ice-Free for Part of the Year as Soon as 2044

Jason De Leon '01 Returns as Professor to Change Narratives About Undocumented Migrants

SPECIAL OFFER

Save 20% on All UCLA Apparel and Accessories at the UCLA Store From Dec. 3-8, Use Promo Code ALUMNI19H; Plus Apple One Day Sale on Dec. 4

Network Events

Network Events

Alumni Affairs

Arizona Network

Colorado Network

Dec. 13, Denver | Holiday Party

Monterey Network

Las Vegas Network

Dec. 8, Las Vegas | 6th Annual Holiday Party

Parent and Family Association

Sacramento Network

Dec. 11, Sacramento | Sacramento Bruins Holiday Party
Dec. 15, Sacramento | Book Club Holiday Gathering
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