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I Heart UCLA I Heart UCLA

Why We Love UCLA

Whether it's because of front-liners or Final Fours, former professors or close pals, time-honored traditions or new ways of thinking, there are many reasons why we love UCLA, even when we're apart. As the University turns 102 on May 23, we're celebrating I ♥ UCLA Week, featuring our distinguished alumni at UCLA Awards (May 22); our talented students performing at Spring Sing (May 21); and a popular professor's lecture on life lessons at the Marty Sklar My Last Lecture Award (May 18). Join us online!
UCLA Awards

UCLA Awards Ceremony

This year's celebrants include a UCLA football legend, an internationally renowned cardiologist, a pioneer judge, a dedicated community leader and the San Diego Bruins. The top honor goes to Renee '53 and Meyer '49 Luskin, whose generosity will benefit thousands of Bruins for years to come. RSVP to watch the livestream on Saturday, May 22.
Tosa Two Heart

Bruin-Owned Apparel Businesses

Our alumni-owned business series continues with a spotlight on clothing, footwear and accessories. As the nation opens up and you find yourself in social spaces once again, why not upgrade your fashion style with a new outfit, some shoes or jewelry, while helping out these Bruin retail stores? 
Final Four Game

Outpouring of Gratitude

With an improbable NCAA Tournament run and epic Final Four game, the UCLA Men's Basketball team inspired thousands of alumni, students, staff and fans. In heartfelt messages, the Bruin community expressed what this proud moment meant to them and the legacy of UCLA Basketball. 
A Message from UCLA Alumni

To the Members of Our Bruin Family From India

Our hearts are with you at this time as the COVID crisis has brought pain and suffering to millions in the country. The stories of despair are as harrowing as the rising death toll. If you have experienced loss due to this virus, we express our deep condolences. Know that you are not alone in your sorrow. Read full message.
Hillel at UCLA Students

Bruin Faith Groups

In this series, we're highlighting two faith-based student organizations on campus and their activities. This month we are featuring UCLA's Jewish community, Hillel, which was founded in the 1940s, and the Orthodox Christian Fellowship at UCLA, which was first established on campus in 2009.

COVID-19 UPDATES

UCLA's Return to Campus Plan

Proposed Policy Requires All University of California Faculty, Staff and Students to Be Vaccinated

UCLA to Honor Class of 2021 In Person

UCLA to Lead CDC-Funded Study on Effectiveness of Vaccines Among Health Workers

Study: Tracking How COVID-19 Is Changing Life Expectancy

NEWS

Message From Chancellor Block: The Chauvin Verdict and Beyond

President Biden Announces Celeste Drake '89, M.P.P. '02, J.D. '02, to Serve as First Made in America Director at the Office of Management and Budget

UCLA Engineers Develop Technology for Turning Carbon Dioxide Into Concrete, Winning $7.5 Million Grand Prize

Students Gather in Westwood Following Loss in Final Four

Update on University of California Accellion Data Breach and What You Should Do to Protect Your Personal Info

CAREER

Check Out the Upcoming and Past Career Coaches Workshops

Video - Young Alumni Career Launchpad: Success in the Workplace

Join Bruin Share on UCLA ONE, a Space for Bruins to Request or Offer Help - Time, Expertise or Materials - to Other Bruins

Help Us Fill Our BruinBooks Library. Enter Names of Bruin Authors and Writers

Job Hunting in the COVID Economy

BRUIN SPIRIT

How Bruin-Owned South L.A. Café Survived the Pandemic Through Coffee, Community and Connection

Blue and Gold Lights Up Los Angeles Landmarks Ahead of Final Four Game

UCLA's Resonance in the Finals of the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella; Watch the Livestream on May 8

Megan McArthur '93 Pilots a Flight to the International Space Station

Gift to LGBTQ Center Honors Legacy of Bruin Activist Matthew Palazzolo '05

ARTS, CULTURE & LEARNING

Q&A With the Director of The Promise Armenian Institute on U.S. Recognition of the Armenian Genocide

Video - Real Talk With Miss Val: Full Power of Living - Clear the Noise With Dr. Foster Mobley ’77

Q&A: Jeremy Slome '07 and Searit Huluf '15 Shed Light on Production of the Oscar-Winner "Soul"

"Healing Out Lao'd" Podcast Host Rita Phetmixay, M.A. '16, M.S.W. '16 Amplifies Lao Voices by Discussing Mental Health

Network Events

Events

May Alumni Events

May 3, Alumni Affairs  | Conversation With Bruins From South America Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic
May 4, Alumni Affairs  | Mastering Virtual Persuasive Presentations: Get Your Audience to Zoom In Instead of Zone Out
May 5, Alumni Affairs | Guided Meditation Series
May 5, Alumni Affairs | Theatre for Young Audiences Followed by Artists Discussion
May 10, Alumni Affairs | Conversation With Bruins Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic
May 11, Alumni Affairs | Empower Hour: The Armenian Experience
May 13, Alumni Affairs | Résumé Writing for Career Changers With Kimberly Cook, M.P.H. '15
May 13, Alumni Affairs | Alumni Town Hall
May 17, Alumni Affairs | The Future of Athletics - A Conversation With Athletics Director Martin Jarmond
May 17, Alumni Affairs | Alumnae Sip & Share Series: Corissa Hernandez ’06
May 18, Alumni Affairs | Learn About a Trip to the Galapagos Islands
May 21, Alumni Affairs | Spring Sing
May 22, Alumni Affairs | UCLA Awards
May 25, Alumni Affairs | Tips on How to Apply Nordic Principles to Live Happier
May 26,  UC Alumni Career Network  | Advancing Your Career Through Volunteerism or Board Leadership
June 2, Alumni Affairs | Guided Meditation Series
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