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Announcing the 2024 UCLA Awards

Since 1936, the Alumni Association has honored some of our most distinguished alumni for their impactful contributions to our community. This year's recipients are being recognized for their roles in revolutionizing art and science, advocacy for educational access and workers' rights, and giving generously their time and treasure for the welfare of others. The 2024 UCLA Awards go to Chase Griffin '21, M.Ed. '23, Cesar Pacheco Garcia '18, the Bay Area Bruins, Donna Wells '66, M.A. '69, J.D. '92, Gary Greene '71, Asad Madni '69, M.S. '72, California Secretary of State Shirley Weber ’70, M.A. '71, Ph.D. '75, and the Alumnus of the Year, Refik Anadol, M.F.A. '14. Read more about their outstanding achievements.
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Blue and Gold Make Green

In a recent presentation at UCLA, Bruin changemakers Nurit Katz, MBA '08, M.P.P. '08, UCLA’s Chief Sustainability Officer, and Jamie Nack '98, M.P.P. '02, president and founder of Three Squares Inc., discussed UCLA's plans and their ongoing efforts to create sustainable solutions on campus and around the world.
Dave Grohl

Spring Sing to Honor Dave Grohl

On Friday, May 17, UCLA will showcase the impressive talent of its students in song, dance and comedy. The night will be highlighted by the presentation of the George and Ira Gershwin Award to the Foo Fighters' front man and former Nirvana drummer, Dave Grohl. Get your tickets with the alumni discount code: CONNECT
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The Classroom Q&A

A 2023 study found that nearly half of college students don't feel career-ready. To combat this deficiency, we've developed a course for new graduates called The Classroom. Created and led by veteran executive recruiter Amy Rueda, the two-part, six-week program will offer tools and resources, as well as strategies to overcome the challenges facing Gen Z job-seekers.
Andrea Ghez

Nobel Laureate to Give My Last Lecture

On May 14, physics and astronomy professor Andrea Ghez, winner of the 2020 Nobel Prize in Physics, will receive this year's student-selected My Last Lecture Award and deliver a presentation on the topic: What would you tell your audience if this was your last lecture on earth? Reserve your free tickets. 
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Avelo Air Special Offer

Here’s an exciting offer for all UCLA alumni and fans. Use the promo code BRUINS30 at AveloAir.com for 30% off your next roundtrip flight. Must book and fly by June 30, 2024.

THE BRUIN PROMISE SPOTLIGHT

Video - Jaime Nack '98, MPP '02, President of Three Squares Inc., Talks About Her Time as a Student and Staying Engaged With the University by Finding Balance Through Her Passion for Climate Action

NEWS

Sean Astin '97 to Deliver UCLA College Commencement Address

UCLA Health Acquires West Hills Hospital and Medical Center in the San Fernando Valley

Chancellor Gene Block and Vice Provost Cindy Fan Join University Leaders From 18 Countries to Address Global Challenges

UCLA Announces Creation of New Unhoused Task Force

Alumni Town Hall - Creating the Future: UCLA Strategic Plan - April 24

Chancellor Gene Block's Last Alumni Town Hall - May 2

CAREER

Webinar - Three Tools to Thrive as a First Gen Professional - May 1

UCLAxFilmFest: Industry Panel and Networking Reception - May 3, DTLA

Video - Successfully Returning to Work After an Extended Career Break

Video - Supervisors Academy: From Individual Contributor to Supervisor

Video - Supervisors Academy: Human Resources 101 for New Managers

BRUIN SPIRIT

Video - Share in the Jubilation as Newly Admitted Students Find Out They're UCLA Bound

Celebrating 100 Years of the UCLA College

UCLA College Honors Five Visionary Supporters With Centennial Awards

Dance Marathon 2024: Pediatric AIDS Coalition Raises Spirits, Awareness and $48,070 in Annual Event

UCLA Honors Yasmin Delahoussaye, Ed.D. '22, With Fiat Lux Award

USC Student, UCLA Blood & Platelet Center Collaborate to Host Blood Drive

ARTS, CULTURE & LEARNING

"Tortured Poets" and Others Welcome in UCLA Taylor Swift Course

Speaking Without Vocal Cords, Thanks to a New AI-Assisted Wearable Device

Anderson Economic Forecast: Higher Interest Rates and Restrained Growth, but Fear of U.S. Recession Fades

UCLA Alumni Travel: Vietnam, Southern Africa and Insider’s Japan

Tongva Artist Mercedes Dorame ’03 Has Brought Catalina Island to the Getty, Hoping to Reaffirm Her Tribe’s Presence — and Meaning — in Los Angeles

SPECIAL OFFERS

BeachBound Vacations: Take the Perfect Beach Finder Quiz to Find Your Perfect Beach and Use Code BRUINS100 for $100 Off at Checkout

Step Up Your Bruin Pride With the Wescom Bruin Edge Visa Credit Card

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Events

April - May Alumni Events

April, Bruin Professionals | Network Meetings
April 20, Parent & Family Association | Coffee Social - Irvine
April 20, Latino Alumni Association | Captain's Roost Hike at Griffith Park 
April 20, South Bay Network | SoFi Stadium Private Tour 
April 20, Alumni Affairs | Alumni Association Appreciation Day: UCLA Baseball vs. ASU 
April 20, Rose Bowl Bruins | Brunch: Spring Networking Social
April 21, Alumni Affairs | Alumni Association Appreciation Day: UCLA Baseball vs. ASU
April 24, Alumni Affairs | 2nd Act: Using Your Professional Skills and Expertise for Volunteer Service 
April 24, Orange County Network | Book Club: "All the Light You Cannot See" 
April 24, Alumni Affairs | UCLA Alumni Town Hall - Creating the Future: UCLA Strategic Plan 
April 24, Mixed Alumni Association | April Meeting Featuring Author Punita Khanna 
April 25, Central Valley Network | Gazebo Gardens Spring Mixer 
April 25, Disability Network | Monthly Community Meeting 
April 25, Latino Alumni Association | Best Practices Webinar 
April 25, San Francisco Bay Area Network | Fun Spring Mixer With Stanford Alumni 
April 27, San Diego Network | Bruin Beach Cleanup and Breakfast 
April 27, Channel Islands Network | Indoor Golf Event 
April 27, Mixed Alumni Association | Mixed Heritage Conference 
April 27, Parent & Family Association | Coffee Social - Santa Monica
April 27, Transfer Student Alumni Network | Book Club: "The Mountain Is You" 
April 27, Parent & Family Association | Coffee Social - Menlo Park
April 28, Parent & Family Association | Coffee Social - Thousand Oaks
May 1, Alumni Affairs | Guided Meditation 
May 1, Alumni Affairs | Three Tools to Thrive as a First Gen Professional
May 2, Alumni Affairs | Alumni Town Hall With Chancellor Gene Block
May 3, Alumni Affairs & UCLA Extension | UCLAxFilmFest: Industry Panel and Networking Reception
May 4, American Indian Studies Center | “Celebrating Generations of Native Bruins” Alumni Reunion
May 4, American Indian Alumni of UCLA | Annual General Meeting at 39th Annual UCLA Pow Wow
May 4, Central Valley Network | Crow and Wolf Brewing Social
May 4, San Diego Network | Crown Point Bonfire and Potluck
May 4, Alumni Affairs | Russell Stong IV Engineering Scholarship Launch
May 8, Town & Gown Affiliates and Westwood Womens' Bruin Club | May Luncheon Featuring Professor Dennis Hong
May 11,San Francisco Bay Area Network | Alumni and Friends Golden Gate Nature Walk
May 11, San Francisco Bay Area Network | Lunch With Bay Area Bruins
May 11, Black Alumni Association | Mixer in Partnership With the Black Bruin Transfer Success Program for Admitted Students
May 11, Asian Pacific Alumni of UCLA | APA of UCLA 2024 Gala
May 13, San Francisco Bay Area Network | May Planning Meeting
May 14, Conejo Valley Network | Wine Tasting
May 14, South Bay Network | Bruin Family Dinner at El Pollo Inka
May 14, Alumni Scholars Club | 2024 Marty Sklar My Last Lecture Featuring Andrea Ghez
May 16, Los Angeles Westside Network | Night at the Ballpark
May 17, Alumni Affairs | 2024 Spring Sing
May 18, Los Angeles Westside Network | UCLA Westside Alumni Hike
May 18, Alumni Affairs | UCLA Awards Ceremony
May 19, Parent & Family Association | Coffee Social - Roseville
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