Week 6
Monday May 5/6
2024 UC Moves Challenge
Mon 5/6 - Fri 5/31 RSVP
Represent UCLA/UCLA Health in the 2024 systemwide 4-week movement challenge in May! This year, we're using the Spring into Motion app, with an all-things-spring theme that awakens a fresh, energetic outlook with daily inspiration, healthy recipes,...
First-Gen Career Drop-Ins!
Mon 5/6 • 11AM - 1PM PDT
Career Studio, 2nd Floor Strathmore Building
The UCLA First-Gen College to Career Pathways (FGCCP) is a newly launched initiative developed by the Career Center designed to intentionally engage and guide First-Generation College Undergraduate Students (FGCUS) in achieving career success. As...
Engineering Connections: The Art of Networking
Mon 5/6 • 12PM - 1PM PDT RSVP
In this seminar, we discuss how to cultivate and maintain a network; how to make meaningful connections and leverage those connections throughout your career development cycle.
GRE Strategy Session Princeton Review
Mon 5/6 • 12PM - 1:30PM PDT RSVP
In this workshop, Princeton Review staff will provide information about the GRE test (structure, content, length, etc.). Attendees will also receive practical tips/suggestions on how to prepare for the GRE. This workshop is sponsored by Princeton...
Drop-In with Val
Mon 5/6 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center - Lu Valle Commons
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE staff! Whether you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage academic stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you.
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Making Impactful Decisions Through Career Exploration: Values
Mon 5/6 • 3PM - 4PM PDT RSVP
Room 200, 2nd Floor Strathmore Building
Skills have a huge impact on our day to day tasks and what activities we engage in to get our work done. Identify your skills and what careers utilize them the most and allow it to lead your career exploration better informed. If you are not...
Making Impactful Decisions through Career Exploration: Personality
Mon 5/6 • 4PM - 5PM PDT RSVP
Room 200, 2nd Floor Strathmore Building
Our Personality determines how we are energized, how we make decisions, and implement our decisions. Many careers may be a good fit while others may demotivate us all together. Discover your personality style and how it impacts your career and life....
Grand Theft Eco: The iBear in the River
Mon 5/6 • 4PM - 6PM PDT RSVP
UCLA Kaplan Hall, Room 193
In this premiere screening, we share the first episode of Grand Theft Eco, The iBear in the River, which focuses on a vibrant and revitalized LA River landscape that brings together two teenagers, Kerstin Connor and Yolanda Arellanos, in an...
My Grandfather's Altar
Mon 5/6 • 4PM - 6PM PDT
Royce 314
Richard Moves Camp, in conversation with the editor and producer of his book My Grandfather’s Altar: Five Generations of Lakota Holy Men, shares stories from this oral-literary narrative account of five generations of Lakota religious tradition....
GSRW: How to afford Graduate and Professional Education
Mon 5/6 • 5:30PM - 7PM PDT RSVP
Room 200, 2nd Floor Strathmore Building
Join us to learn how you can afford Graduate and Professional Schools. What are ideal types of ways to afford your professional schools and what types of plans are good and less favorable options for your future. Enhance your financial literacy in...
Tuesday May 5/7
2024 UC Moves Challenge
Mon 5/6 - Fri 5/31 RSVP
Represent UCLA/UCLA Health in the 2024 systemwide 4-week movement challenge in May! This year, we're using the Spring into Motion app, with an all-things-spring theme that awakens a fresh, energetic outlook with daily inspiration, healthy recipes,...
Reflect with RISE
Tue 5/7 • 11AM - 12PM PDT
RISE Center - Lu Valle Commons
Come to the RISE Center for a moment of stillness. Grab a cup of tea, meet community members, and practice mindfulness, spirituality, thoughtfulness, and stillness.
Free Safer Sex Supplies & Fentanyl Test Strips from Bruin Love Station
Tue 5/7 • 11:30AM - 2:30PM PDT
John Wooden Center Patio
Hello Bruins! Swing by the Bruin Love Station to pick up free safer sex supplies, Narcan and fentanyl test strips. The UCLA Health Education & Resource Team (HEART) can answer any questions you may have.
Getting into Research and SRP-99
Tue 5/7 • 3PM - 4PM PDT
This workshop introduces students to research in the sciences, how to find a faculty research mentor, and opportunities for student researchers after joining a lab.
TRANSFERing to Your Summer Internship: Maximize Your Opportunity!
Tue 5/7 • 3PM - 4PM PDT RSVP
Room 200, 2nd Floor Strathmore Building
Attention transfer undergraduate students! Join us for an enriching workshop designed to help you make the most of your summer opportunities (e.g., internships, part-time jobs, research positions)! The Career Center is excited to guide you through...
ASC Executive Leadership Board Meeting
Tue 5/7 • 4PM PDT
James West Alumni Center
Meeting for ASC leadership to discuss official business.
Resilience Activity - STAR Wellness Check
Tue 5/7 • 4PM - 5PM PDT
RISE Center - Lu Valle Commons
Join the RISE Center at the top of Tongva Steps to learn about our mental health and resilience resources, receive a mental health awareness enamel pin, and snack on brownies & lemonade.
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Negotiation Workshop for Grad Students and Postdocs
Tue 5/7 • 4PM - 5:30PM PDT RSVP
How can you negotiate effectively? Join us to learn and practice strategies for identifying your priorities in a negotiation process, communicating your value-add based on experiences and expertise, and navigating the job offer/negotiation process....
Nail Your Network
Tue 5/7 • 6PM - 7PM PDT RSVP
Room 200, Strathmore Building
Students will learn techniques on how to feel better prepared to connect and network with professionals.
All SAA Meeting
Tue 5/7 • 6:30PM PDT
James West Alumni Center
All Member SAA meeting- takes place every Tuesday.
Wednesday May 5/8
2024 UC Tech Conference Proposals
Wed 5/8
If you need a little more time to write your UC Tech presentation proposal, we’ve got good news! The 2024 deadline has been extended a full week to 11:59 a.m. on May 8, 2024. You can learn more about how to submit a proposal on the UC Tech website....
Aurora to Honor the Best of Humanity in Los Angeles
Wed 5/8 - Fri 5/10
UCLA Luskin Conference Center • Los Angeles CA
The Aurora Humanitarian Initiative announced that a special series of events will be held from May 8–10, 2024 in Los Angeles, CA. The events, including the 2024 Aurora Prize Ceremony and the Human Rights and Humanitarian Forum, are being organized...
2024 UC Moves Challenge
Mon 5/6 - Fri 5/31 RSVP
Represent UCLA/UCLA Health in the 2024 systemwide 4-week movement challenge in May! This year, we're using the Spring into Motion app, with an all-things-spring theme that awakens a fresh, energetic outlook with daily inspiration, healthy recipes,...
Movement and Meditation
Wed 5/8 • 10AM - 11AM PDT
RISE Center - Lu Valle Commons
Take some time to relax, stretch, and breathe through movement and meditation.
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Avoiding Plagiarism Workshop
Wed 5/8 • 11AM - 12PM PDT
This workshop provides an overview on the various forms of academic dishonesty regarding plagiarism. Participants will learn when, where, and why it is important to cite properly. Students will also learn how to avoid plagiarism and the information...
May Luncheon with The Affiliates and the Westwood Women's Bruin Club
Wed 5/8 • 11:30AM PDT
James West Alumni Center
Join The Town & Gown Affiliates and the Westwood Women's Bruin Club for our May Luncheon! This month's guest speaker is UCLA Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Professor, Dr. Dennis Hong. Dr. Dennis Hong is a Professor and the Founding Director of...
Spring English Language Circle: May 8th
Wed 5/8 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Dashew Center Board Room
Are you looking for a safe and supportive space to practice your English conversation skills? Check out Dashew Center's English Language Circle (ELC)! Here you will have an opportunity to practice your English with other language learners. The...
Dashew Center for International Students and Scholars • International Student Ambassadors
Planning and Organizing a Literature Review
Wed 5/8 • 1PM - 2PM PDT
Are you interested in writing a review article? Have you been assigned a literature review on a topic, but aren’t sure where to start? This workshop will walk you through the process of planning and organizing a literature review. We will cover...
Drop-In with Jaci
Wed 5/8 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center - Lu Valle Commons
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE staff! Whether you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage academic stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you.
#Undergraduate #GraduateProfessional #FacultyStaff #Health #Wellness
Transfer Student Center Career Pop-Ins!
Wed 5/8 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
Transfer Center - Kerckhoff Hall
Drop-in for a 1:1, 15-minute career advising appointment at the Transfer Student Center (TSC)! The Career Center will be popping in the TSC throughout the quarter to support transfer students with the topics listed below. Stop by to speak to the...
Bruins in NYC: Networking Mixer and Alumni Panel
Wed 5/8 • 2:30PM PDT
The Dean, NYC
Join the UCLA Alumni Association, in collaboration with the UCLA Chancellor’s Society and the UCLA Alumni New York Tri-State Network, as we bring the spirit of Westwood to New York City with a networking mixer and alumni panel in a gorgeous venue. ...
Resilience Building Book Club
Wed 5/8 • 4PM - 5PM PDT
RISE Center - Lu Valle Commons
A five week long book club dedicated to building resilience through the power of literature and community discussion.
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Nursing Jumpstart
Wed 5/8 • 5PM - 6:30PM PDT RSVP
Room 200, 2nd Floor Strathmore Building
Nursing school admissions officers demystify the admissions process. UCLA's MECN program will be in attendance. Gain inside perspectives to help you navigate your journey and shine as a candidate. Network with current nursing students, RN's and NP's!
UCLA - Connect with Lockheed Martin
Wed 5/8 • 5PM - 6:30PM PDT RSVP
Conference Room A&B, 3rd Floor Strathmore Building
Recruiters will be present to answer questions and provide information about career opportunities within Lockheed Martin
Thursday May 5/9
2024 UC Moves Challenge
Mon 5/6 - Fri 5/31 RSVP
Represent UCLA/UCLA Health in the 2024 systemwide 4-week movement challenge in May! This year, we're using the Spring into Motion app, with an all-things-spring theme that awakens a fresh, energetic outlook with daily inspiration, healthy recipes,...
Aurora to Honor the Best of Humanity in Los Angeles
Wed 5/8 - Fri 5/10
UCLA Luskin Conference Center • Los Angeles CA
The Aurora Humanitarian Initiative announced that a special series of events will be held from May 8–10, 2024 in Los Angeles, CA. The events, including the 2024 Aurora Prize Ceremony and the Human Rights and Humanitarian Forum, are being organized...
Aurora Humanitarian Initiative: Human Rights and Humanitarian Forum
Thu 5/9 • 8AM - 4PM PDT
UCLA Meyer and Renee Luskin Conference Center
The Promise Institute for Human Rights at UCLA Law and the Aurora Humanitarian Initiative are set to host a Human Rights and Humanitarian Forum on May 9, 2024. The event aims to address pressing issues through discussions led by global thought...
Kenneth Karmiole Research Fellowship Presentation: Witnessing Disaster
Thu 5/9 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Talk given by John Sullivan a PhD candidate and Quinn Fellow in the History Department at Northwestern University. Between 1788 and 1793, the Frenchman Louis-Benjamin Fleuriau de Bellevue (1761–1852) trekked the length of Italy and climbed its...
Advancing Diversity and Inclusion in Housing Development
Thu 5/9 • 12:30PM - 2:30PM PDT
Marion Anderson Hall 110 Westwood Plaza Los Angeles, CA 90024
MODERATOR: · Jose Loya, Assistant Professor of Urban Planning, UCLA Luskin School of Public Policy SPEAKERS: · Sonya Falcone, Partner, Daylight Community Development, UCLA Anderson MBA 2019 · Devean Jamar George, President, Building Blocks ·...
Drop-In with Nadine
Thu 5/9 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center - Lu Valle Commons
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE staff! Whether you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage academic stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you.
#Undergraduate #GraduateProfessional #FacultyStaff #Health #Wellness
And God Laughed: Humor in the Bible
Thu 5/9 • 2PM - 3:30PM PDT RSVP
Royce 306
Presented by the Alan D. Leve Center for Jewish Studies. Co-sponsored by the Center for the Study of Religion. Since the Hebrew Bible is a sacred text for Jews and Christians many readers naturally assume it cannot contain any humor. This talk will...
Virtual Presentation Workshop
Thu 5/9 • 3PM - 4PM PDT
Powell Library InqLab 3 (room 330)
Learn how to design a slide deck and give a presentation at the Undergraduate Research & Creativity Showcase. This workshop is designed for humanities, arts, social science, and behavioral science...
Undergraduate Research Center - Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences
UX General Meetup
Thu 5/9 • 3:30PM - 4PM PDT
Informal sessions to meet and discuss UX-related topics. All are welcome no matter your experience or background! Join us for: Professional development, Networking, Q&A, Approachable UX tools and techniques.
Developing Your Research Plan Workshop (Cornerstone 6)
Thu 5/9 • 4PM - 4:50PM PDT
Powell Library CLICC C (room 320C)
Learn how to plan your project from start to finish at the Cornerstone 6: Developing Your Research Plan Workshop. The Cornerstone Research Workshops support you in all stages of the research process, from developing a research question to...
Undergraduate Research Center - Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences
HCPS Careers in Law
Thu 5/9 • 4PM - 5PM PDT RSVP
Thinking about a career in law? Want to learn more about the various law career paths you can pursue with a humanities and/or social sciences degree? Learn from various experts in the field how you can leverage your skills and transfer them into any...
TRANSFER to Alternatives to Summer Internships
Thu 5/9 • 4PM - 5PM PDT RSVP
Conference Room A & B, 3rd Floor Strathmore Building
Attention transfer undergraduate students! Join us for an innovative workshop exploring alternative pathways to gaining valuable experience this summer. The Career Center aims to introduce you to resources like Forage and Parker Dewey, which offer...
Luskin Lecture - Housing Development in Black Communities
Thu 5/9 • 6PM - 8:30PM PDT
National Center for the Preservation of Democracy at the Japanese American National Museum 100 North Central Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90012 United States
In this UCLA Luskin Lecture, experts in housing and real estate will discuss what they and others are doing to address the challenges of limited wealth, investment, and ownership in Black communities, and to improve housing opportunities in those...
Spring Undergraduate Composers Concert
Thu 5/9 • 8PM PDT
Schoenberg Hall
Join us for performances of original compositions by UCLA undergraduate composition students.
Friday May 5/10
2024 UC Moves Challenge
Mon 5/6 - Fri 5/31 RSVP
Represent UCLA/UCLA Health in the 2024 systemwide 4-week movement challenge in May! This year, we're using the Spring into Motion app, with an all-things-spring theme that awakens a fresh, energetic outlook with daily inspiration, healthy recipes,...
Aurora to Honor the Best of Humanity in Los Angeles
Wed 5/8 - Fri 5/10
UCLA Luskin Conference Center • Los Angeles CA
The Aurora Humanitarian Initiative announced that a special series of events will be held from May 8–10, 2024 in Los Angeles, CA. The events, including the 2024 Aurora Prize Ceremony and the Human Rights and Humanitarian Forum, are being organized...
Guided Tour of Blood Components Processing Lab at UCLA
Fri 5/10 • 12PM - 1PM PDT RSVP
Career Studio, 2nd Floor Strathmore Building
Did you ever wonder what happens to the blood donated by students/faculty/staff at Ackerman? Now is your chance to find out when you join us for fascinating tour of our Component Processing Lab. You will see how donated blood is tested, processed,...
Music Alive in the Archive: Celebrating the Music and Legacy of Rev. Tom Kurai
Fri 5/10 • 1PM PDT
Lani Hall - Schoenberg Music Building
Join us for an afternoon of music and memories to celebrate UCLA’s acquisition and digitization of Rev. Shuichi Thomas Kurai’s audiovisual holdings. Rev. Tom was a well-known taiko teacher and performer in the greater Los Angeles area as well as a...
Drop-In with Josh
Fri 5/10 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center - Lu Valle Commons
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE staff! Whether you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage academic stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you.
GRE Practice Test: Princeton Review FREE ONLINE
Fri 5/10 • 1PM - 3PM PDT RSVP
Attendees can take a FREE/ONLINE practice GRE test. Note: Once you register, you will have access to the free test for 3 months and you can take it at any time. REGISTER HERE: https://www.princetonreview.com/product/offerings/539980?z=96816 We want...
Aurora Humanitarian Initiative: Screening of 'Aurora's Sunrise' Film and Discussion
Fri 5/10 • 2PM - 5PM PDT
Billy Wilder Theater at the Hammer Museum
Join us for a special screening of Aurora’s Sunrise, an award-winning animated documentary film. Post-screening there will be an enriching discussion with insights from Dr. Eric Esrailian, the film's producer; Inna Sahakyan, the film’s director;...
Bruin Day • Saturday May 5/11
Bruin Day for Transfers
Sat 5/11
Bruin Day is an exclusive, annual event designed for admitted transfer students and their families to learn about our world-class academic programs, research opportunities, financial aid and campus resources. You can also take guided campus tours,...
2024 UC Moves Challenge
Mon 5/6 - Fri 5/31 RSVP
Represent UCLA/UCLA Health in the 2024 systemwide 4-week movement challenge in May! This year, we're using the Spring into Motion app, with an all-things-spring theme that awakens a fresh, energetic outlook with daily inspiration, healthy recipes,...
BAB Alumni & Friends Golden Gate Nature Walk
Sat 5/11 • 8AM PDT
Point Bonita, Marin Headlands
Welcome to Summer Nature Stroll for Friends and Families. See beautiful views of the Golden Gate, with opportunities to see incredible wildlife. Join us for the optional lunch meet up to follow at 12:30pm for the Bay Area Bruins North Bay Happy Hour!
Tabling/Presentation - UCLA Bruin Day
Sat 5/11 • 10AM - 2PM PDT
First To Go will be presenting and tabling at UCLA Bruin Day. and event aimed at incoming students. Feel free to prepare any questions you may have, we are excited to share first-generation student information with incoming students. We are looking...
New York Tri-State Network: Central Park Pac-12 Alumni Softball Series
Sat 5/11 • 12PM PDT
Central Park - North Meadow, Softball Field 2 • New York NY
As the weather begins to change, it's time to dust off your gloves and join UCLA alumni in New York for softball this spring and summer. Connect with your Bruin community as we take on other Pac-12 schools in Central Park. All games are drop-in and...
Lunch with Bay Area Bruins
Sat 5/11 • 12:30PM PDT
Joinery
Bay Area Bruins invite you to join us for lunch and drinks at Joinery in Sausalito. You'll have the opportunity to connect with other Bruins. If you have any questions, please contact Magali at...
Coffee Social - Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Sat 5/11 • 3:30PM PDT
Pret A Manger, Maker Maxity Ground Floor
Coffee Socials are events that bring UCLA to neighborhoods around the world. Providing an opportunity for attendees to engage with one another on a regional level, Coffee Socials foster connections and relationships within the greater Bruin...
UCLA Black Alumni Association Mixer in partnership with the Black Bruin Transfer Success Program for Admitted Students
Sat 5/11 • 4:30PM PDT
UCLA, James West Alumni Center, Founders' Room and Patio
Black Bruin Transfer Experience (BBTE) is an annual event that allows newly admitted, Black-identifying transfer students the opportunity to learn more about the UCLA community. This mixer with the UCLA Black Alumni Association (UBAA) is an...
Asian Pacific Alumni of UCLA Gala
Sat 5/11 • 6PM PDT
UCLA Luskin Conference Center • Los Angeles CA
You're invited to the Asian Pacific Alumni of UCLA's bi-annual scholarship gala, an event brimming with Bruin fun and community spirit. We will honor Doug Chiang '86, senior vice president and executive design director at Lucasfilm Ltd., and Dan...
Sunday May 5/12
2024 UC Moves Challenge
Mon 5/6 - Fri 5/31 RSVP
Represent UCLA/UCLA Health in the 2024 systemwide 4-week movement challenge in May! This year, we're using the Spring into Motion app, with an all-things-spring theme that awakens a fresh, energetic outlook with daily inspiration, healthy recipes,...