May 18 launched the yearlong celebration of UCLA's 100th birthday. Thousands of alumni were treated to Alumni Day, TEDxUCLA and a spectacular Lighting the Way projection show. The festivities continued throughout the week from Sacramento to Downtown Los Angeles. Various landmarks across L.A. were lit in blue and gold, while tributes came in commemorating UCLA's impacts on a personal, regional and global scale.
On June 8, UCLA Alumni will bestow its highest honor to music mogul Mo Ostin '51. Other awardees include a renowned coach, a mayor, a history teacher, a global recruiter, a super volunteer and a network founded 30 years ago. Their commitment to excellence and generosity of spirit make us proud to be Bruins.
Friends and family members came from near and far for Bruin reunions, networking sessions, enlightening talks, performances and tours of both new and familiar grounds. Watch the live streams and see photos from the day.
During our centennial year, we'll take a closer look at our evolving campus, the key moments in our history and the traditions that have come and gone through the years. Get a glimpse into this decade where we set a foundation, as well as transitioned into a world-class institution.
Commencement can be an emotional time for graduates and their families. For the classes of 2017 and 2018, the culmination of a long journey brought out all the feels in this touching video about Bruin pride, perseverance and gratitude.
