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A New Home for Black Bruins

The Black Bruin Resource Center makes space on campus for UCLA’s Black and African Diaspora community, serving as a home base where students, staff and faculty can find academic support and resources, socialize, foster mental health and organize as a community. This long-awaited center, opened in its new location in Kerckhoff Hall, after launching remotely in fall 2020. It is the manifestation of UCLA's historical movement for social justice and inspired by a legacy of student advocacy.
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Bruin Woods: UCLA's Hidden Gem

For one week each summer, Bruin families would have the time of their lives vacationing on the grounds of the UCLA Lake Arrowhead Lodge. It went beyond relaxation and family bonding. As one guest puts it, "Bruin Woods was adult summer camp, frat party and a UCLA cruise on land all rolled into one. And the kids absolutely loved it."
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Review Scholarship Applications

Alumni Scholarships attract high achieving students by helping ease the financial burden of college. By reading and ranking scholarship applications from newly admitted students, you’ll help identify and support the best of the best from an incredible body of potential Bruins. Volunteer to make a difference!
Kerckhoff Coffee House

Campus Eats

What’s there to eat at UCLA? Plenty, of course. The food options are as diverse as the student body. From full service restaurants to fast food take-out, coffee shops to Award-winning residential cuisine, this new series features the current dining choices on campus, complete with actual student reviews of their experience. First up is Central Campus.
Bob Wilson

In Memoriam

Dedicated UCLA philanthropist and volunteer Bob Wilson '53, the namesake of Wilson Plaza, died on Jan. 24. The Wilsons' generosity toward UCLA spanned five decades, which included the endowment of student scholarships, the renovation of Pauley, and his leadership of the UCLA Foundation and Campaign UCLA. Read more in Class Notes.  
Watermark Lounge

An Exclusive Offer for UCLA Alumni

Save up to $25,000 on residency at The Watermark at Westwood Village, an award-winning senior living community steps from campus. Also covered is your Alumni Association Sustaining Donor contribution!

COVID-19 UPDATES

Back to In-Person Class: COVID-19 Testing, Upgraded Mask Distribution and N95 Training

Updated Protocols for Organized Events on Campus

SwabSeq: Scalable, Sensitive and Fast COVID-19 Testing

When Is the Best Time to Test for COVID-19?

NEWS

Chancellor Block: Acknowledging Our Challenging Week

Federal Authorities Charge Former UCLA Lecturer With Making Violent Threats

Cincinnati Bengals Staying and Practicing at UCLA Before Super Bowl

UCLA Engineering Online Master’s Program Ranked No. 1 for Veterans

California "College Corps" Program to Give $10,000 to Select Students for Volunteer Work

UC Board of Regents, Plaintiffs Reach $243.6 Million Settlement in James Heaps Case

CAREER

Apply for the Bruin Business 100 and Be Recognized as an Exceptional UCLA Alumni Entrepreneur

Alumni Town Hall: The Great Resignation - Feb. 24

Sign Up for Job Ready, a Virtual Career Preparation and Advancement Program for Early Career Professionals - Feb. 17, 24, March 3, 10

Workshop: You Created Your LinkedIn Profile. Now What? With Career Coach AJ Eckstein - Feb. 16

Changemaker's Summit: Emotional Labor at Work - March 9-11

Update Your Profile in UCLA ONE and Search for Bruins By Clubs and Organizations

BRUIN SPIRIT

Video: Watch UCLA Gymnastics' Jordan Chiles' Perfect 10 Floor Routine

Bruins in Love: Pandemic Edition

Baseball Alumni Come Back to Defeat Current Squad After Year off From Event

Destination Crenshaw Pays Tribute to Black Creativity and History in Los Angeles

Sohini Halder '20 Aims to Demystify Medical School Application Process Through YouTube

VOLUNTEER

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

Life-Saving Blood Donations Needed Today Due to Severe Blood Supply Shortages Nationwide. Donate at Your Nearest Blood Bank

Join the Sepulveda Transit Corridor for All (STC4All) Coalition Advocating for a Direct Stop at UCLA. See How You Can Make Your Voice Heard

ARTS, CULTURE & LEARNING

Bruins Recommend Works for Education and Enjoyment to Celebrate Black History Month

Bruin Projects at 2022 Sundance Film Festival

Q&A With David Koepp '90, Screenwriter of "Jurassic Park" and "Spider-Man," Whose Newest Screenplay, "KIMI," Debuted Feb. 10 on HBO Max

SPECIAL OFFERS

Gear Up for March Madness Using the Wescom Bruin Edge Visa Credit Card and Earn Extra Points for Your Next Vacation

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Events

February - March Alumni Events

February, Bruin Professionals | Network Meetings
Feb. 14 - March 5, Los Angeles Westside Network | Valentine's Blood Drive
Feb. 15, Alumni Affairs | Qi Gong Exercise Series With Bruins
Feb. 16, Alumni Affairs  | 2nd Act: Retirement Basics: Building a Comfortable Lifestyle for Tomorrow
Feb. 16, Alumni Affairs  | You Created Your LinkedIn Profile. Now What?
Feb. 17, Alumni Affairs | Job Ready - Laying the Ground Work: Self Inventories and How They Drive a Successful Search
Feb. 19, Alumni Affairs | Dinners for 12 Strangers
Feb. 22, Alumni Affairs | Qi Gong Exercise Series With Bruins
Feb. 23, AAP Network | AAP Alumni Career Storytelling
Feb. 24, Alumni Affairs | Job Ready - Building a Network Through Informational Interviews
Feb. 24, Alumni Affairs | UCLA Alumni Town Hall: The Great Resignation - Observations, Views, Impact
Feb. 25, Alumni Affairs | Chinese Students and Scholars Association Networking Event
Feb. 26, Alumni Affairs | Dinners for 12 Strangers
Feb. 27, Alumni Affairs | Dinners for 12 Strangers
March 2, Alumni Affairs | Guided Meditation
March 2, Inland Empire Network | Trivia Night at Euryale Brewery
March 3, Alumni Affairs | Job Ready - Brushing Up Your Résumé
March 4, San Diego Network | Annual Beachside Reception
March 5, Alumni Affairs | Bruin Bash - USC vs. UCLA Men's Basketball
March 5, San Francisco Bay Area Network | Planning Meeting
March 9-11, Alumni Affairs | Changemakers Summit: Emotional Labor at Work
March 10, Alumni Affairs | Job Ready - Interviewing: How to Tell Your Professional Story
March 12, San Fernando Valley Network | Malibu Creek Hike With SFV Bruins
March 12, San Francisco Bay Area Network | Angel Island Hike
March 14, San Francisco Bay Area Network | Bruin Night With the Golden State Warriors
March 16, Indian Alumni Network | Indian Alumni Mixer in Orange County
March 17, Alumni Affairs | Uncover Your Authentic Personal Brand With Alicia Anagnostou ’96
March 19, Pilipino Alumni Association | PAA 30th Anniversary Gala
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