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With appreciation to Stanford Alumni for extending the invitation, UCLA Alumni are invited to join their upcoming breakfast and parenting talk. Stanford alum and certified parenting coach Jeanine Mouchawar (’88) will share practical tools to help parents navigate tough moments with their teens - without losing their cool. Whether your child is 12 or 22, you'll gain insights to replace power struggles with calm, clarity, and connection.

As immigration dominates the headlines, join us for a timely discussion on "Soldiers and Kings: Survival and Hope in the World of Human Smuggling," winner of the 2024 National Book Award for non-fiction. The author, Jason De León, is Director of the Cotsen Institute of Archaeology, Loyd E. Cotsen Endowed Chair of Archaeology, Professor of Anthropology and Chicana/o and Central American Studies at UCLA.

Join the BP Westwood Chapter for casual networking at Ministry of Coffee in the heart of Westwood Village! There's no formal agenda - just meaningful conversations and connections with fellow alumni.

Join **[UCLA Bruin Angels Investor Network](https://www.bruinangels.org/)** for Navigating the Lifecycle of a Startup: Panel, Pitches, and Networking. Our panel will feature two early-stage investors (only tech, one life sciences), an institutional fund, and a successfully exited founder. They will discuss the thrills and challenges of evolving a nascent company from initial formation through sale or initial public offering. Following the panel will be a fast-pitch session, showcasing three real pitches competitively selected from Bruin-led startups at various development stages. Stay after for networking with Los Angeles’ lively venture capital and startup community. **Date:** Thursday, September 18, 2025 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. PST **Location:** UCLA Anderson School of Management - Grand Salon in Marion Anderson Hall 110 Westwood Plaza, 5th Level Los Angeles, CA 90095 ### **Panelist Bios - Navigating the Lifecycle 2025** * * * **Mira Chaurushiya, Ph.D. - Managing Director at Westlake Village BioPartners**  Dr. Mira Chaurushiya is a Managing Director at Westlake Village BioPartners. As a biologist who worked in industry research before entering the venture capital industry, she has a long and successful track record in both biological sciences and life-sciences investing. Dr. Chaurushiya is a fellow of the Society of Kauffman Fellows. After a postdoctoral fellowship in physiological chemistry at Genentech, she joined 5AM Ventures as an associate and took on positions of increasing responsibility, culminating as a partner. During her tenure at 5AM Ventures, she invested in and served as director or observer on the boards of multiple organizations, including Precision Nanosystems (acquired by Danaher), Ideaya Biosciences (IDYA), Enliven Therapeutics, Escient Pharmaceuticals, Magnetic Insight, Novome Biotechnologies, Purigen Biosystems, NodThera and TMRW. Dr. Chaurushiya received her Ph.D. in biological sciences from the University of California, San Diego in conjunction with the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, where she was awarded the Martin Kamen Thesis Prize in Biochemistry. She received her bachelor's degree in biology from Carleton College. She serves on the board of Biotech Connection Bay Area, a non-profit that focuses on career development for academic scientists. * * * **Phil Jung - Partner at Sovereign’s Capital** Phil is a Partner at Sovereign’s Capital where he leads the venture capital team investing in Seed and Series A stage technology companies led by faith-driven entrepreneurs across the U.S. and Southeast Asia. Phil was previously the CFO and CPO at Mindoula, a healthtech company that serves populations with complex behavioral health, medical, and social challenges across the continuum of care. Prior, Phil was with the Maryland Venture Fund, Foundation Capital, and TDF Ventures, leading investments in early and growth stage technology companies. Phil began his career at KPMG’s Risk Consulting practice in Silicon Valley and co-founded the Jeremy Lin Foundation, a non-profit whose mission is to serve at-risk youth through education and leadership development in underserved communities. * * * **Dr. Yvonne Chen - Professor of Microbiology, Immunology & Molecular Genetics at UCLA**  Dr. Yvonne Chen is a Professor of Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics at UCLA. She is also a faculty, by courtesy, in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. Yvonne is the co-director of the Tumor Immunology program in the Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center at UCLA, and a member researcher of the Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy. Dr. Chen received her B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Stanford University and her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the California Institute of Technology. She received postdoctoral training at the Seattle Children’s Research Institute, and in the Department of Systems Biology at Harvard Medical School. Prior to joining UCLA in 2013, she was a Junior Fellow in the Harvard Society of Fellows. The Chen Laboratory applies synthetic biology and biomolecular engineering techniques to the development of novel mammalian-cell systems for clinical use, and Dr. Chen led the first investigator-initiated clinical trial on CAR-T cell therapy at UCLA. The Chen Lab’s work on engineering next-generation T-cell therapies for cancer has been recognized by the NIH Director’s Early Independence Award, the NSF CAREER Award, the Hellman Fellowship, the ACGT Young Investigator Award in Cell and Gene Therapy for Cancer, the Mark Foundation Emerging Leader Award, and the Cancer Research Institute Lloyd J. Old STAR Award. Dr. Chen was also the co-founder of ImmPACT Bio, which is now part of Lyell Immunopharma. * * * **Thomas Moon CFA - Investment Director at UCLA Investment Company** Thomas Moon is an Investment Director at UCLA Investment Company and is responsible for the endowment’s venture capital portfolio. Prior to joining UCLA, Thomas spent 5+ years at Sapphire Ventures as part of the Sapphire Partners team out of the Bay Area and London offices. Thomas played an integral role in sourcing, underwriting, and committing over $150M per year to early stage venture funds across the US, Europe, and Israel. As part of his role at Sapphire, Thomas spent two years in London as the sole Sapphire Partners investment team member playing a lead role in building and managing the firm’s European portfolio. Thomas was also a frequent contributor to #OpenLP, a community platform built to foster transparency and best practices for how GPs, LPs, and entrepreneurs interact. Thomas began his career as part of the investment team at Tufts University Investment Office underwriting a multitude of different investment strategies with a focus on private markets for the university’s endowment. Thomas earned a bachelor’s in economics with honors from Tufts University. Born in New York City, he has also lived and worked in Hong Kong, South Korea, Switzerland, and London. Thomas is a CFA Charterholder. * * *

Welcome to the City! Join us for a delicious food tour across Downtown Los Angeles, hosted by Bruin-owned business, Six Taste Tours. Savor unique bites, discover hidden gems, and form new connections with your local Bruin community! "Welcome to the City" is an event series designed to help alumni new to the area connect with local Bruins. Whether you're a recent graduate or newly relocated, these gatherings offer the perfect opportunity to build relationships within your local UCLA community. Tour Information: Support a Bruin family-owned food tour business! With an engaging, knowledgable, and passionate LA native tour guide, guests will explore LA's oldest public market, Broadway, the Bradbury Building, the Last Bookstore, and more. Guests will visit 5 local eateries for generous tastings that may include a trip around the world with Salvadoran pupusas, Thai grilled chicken, Mexican tacos, and Italian homemade pastas from an osteria featured in the Michelin Guide. Then, we end with dessert. Cost: $80 per person Ticket includes all food tastings and guided walking tour. The amount of tastings on the tour is equivalent to a full meal. Suggested Items to Bring: \- Water since not all stops may have water readily available \- Comfortable walking shoes \- Cash for any desired purchases Meeting Point: In front of Angel's Flight (historic orange railway across from Grand Central Market) 324 S. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90013

Join our New Bruin Send-off Celebration, where you will meet other incoming students, families and alumni. Send-offs are filled with Bruin pride and the beginning of lifelong friendships and lasting memories. Wherever you are, Send-offs are the perfect way to find your UCLA community before you begin your Bruin journey. Start building your network at the Send-off! For questions in advance of the event, contact the Future Bruin Initiatives at FutureBruin@alumni.ucla.edu. About New Bruin Send-off Celebrations: Hosted by regional, diversity and affinity alumni networks each summer, these celebratory and casual gatherings bring together students, parents and alumni for events ranging from backyard gatherings to picnics in community parks. Each event is unique, but one common theme always emerges: the strength and reach of the UCLA community.

You’re invited to an exclusive reception hosted by the UCLA Latino Alumni Association (ULAA), in partnership with the UCLA Alumni Channel Islands Network. Join us for a meaningful afternoon in beautiful Camarillo, where Bruins can connect, unwind and celebrate our vibrant community. Guests will enjoy delicious food, wine and soft drinks, alongside a curated silent auction featuring exciting items. We’ll also recognize special honorary guests who have made significant contributions to the Bruin community. You can find silent auction items here: **[ULAA Camarillo Reception | Ventura County](https://auctions.support2.ucla.edu/flow/auction?auctionId=ulaa-camarillo-reception-2025) [](https://auctions.support2.ucla.edu/flow/auction?auctionId=ulaa-camarillo-reception-2025)**  We are honored to be hosted by Patrick Petersilia, past chair of the UCLA Chancellor’s Society. **Celebrating Our Honored Guests** * Hernando (Bruin story since ’74) and Fran Marroquin (Bruin story since ’73), alums and active community members * Karen Lough (Bruin story since ’67, M.A. ’69), alum and past president of Channel Island Bruins * Xavier Flores (Bruin story since ’04), alum and president of the Channel Island Bruins * Patrick Petersilla (Bruin story since 71 ’), alum and host

Lace up your walking shoes and join the UCLA South Bay Network for one of our most popular traditions, the Pier to Pier Walk! We’ll stroll along the scenic Strand from the Hermosa Beach Pier to the Manhattan Beach Pier, then make our way back to Hermosa Beach. Along the way, connect with fellow Bruins, enjoy lively conversation, and soak in the iconic ocean views that make the South Bay so special. All are welcome—bring friends, family, and your pets! After the walk, you’re welcome to join us for a casual brunch at a local spot (location TBD). "Welcome to the City" is a series of events featuring iconic or touristy attractions that, even as a local, you’ve always wanted to experience but haven’t yet. This is a fantastic way to connect new Bruins — whether recent graduates or those who had just moved — to their local network.

Join us for a UCLA Bay Area Alumni Night for our upcoming game between the Bay FC and Gotham FC of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). Come out and cheer on other UCLA Alumni and Bay FC players Abby Dahlkemper and Caprice Dydasco. This unique offer grants you access to select seating locations at an exclusive group rate; all with the opportunity to be a part of the Bay FC Legacy in their Second Season. Get your tickets today.

Join BP Encino Chapter for their monthly meeting!

Get ready to take the next big step—graduation is just around the corner! Your UCLA Alumni Association is here to cheer you on and support you as you launch your exciting career journey.  This Summer, **The Classroom** is here to offer a career-enhancing, twelve-week course created with _you_ in mind. Designed to help you navigate the challenges of starting your career, this program offers a wealth of opportunities to grow and succeed. From personalized one-on-one career coaching to an expertly crafted curriculum, you’ll gain the tools and insights to thrive in the professional world. Plus, you'll join a community of Bruins who are eager to support your journey.   Instructor Amy Rueda, a 25-year veteran of executive search, brings her wealth of experience and knowledge to the Classroom.

Join our New Bruin Send-off Celebration, where you will meet other incoming students, families and alumni. Send-offs are filled with Bruin pride and the beginning of lifelong friendships and lasting memories. Wherever you are, Send-offs are the perfect way to find your UCLA community before you begin your Bruin journey. Start building your network at the Send-off! For questions in advance of the event, contact the Future Bruin Initiatives at FutureBruin@alumni.ucla.edu. About New Bruin Send-off Celebrations: Hosted by regional, diversity and affinity alumni networks each summer, these celebratory and casual gatherings bring together students, parents and alumni for events ranging from backyard gatherings to picnics in community parks. Each event is unique, but one common theme always emerges: the strength and reach of the UCLA community.

Enjoy a fireside chat featuring Lorraine K. Lee, renowned LinkedIn thought leader and best selling author of Unforgettable Presence: Get Seen, Gain Influence, and Catapult Your Career. Lorraine will share insider strategies on building a memorable professional presence, especially online, and reveal how recent graduates and young professionals can gain visibility, build their influence, and create impact in today's rapidly evolving job market. Agenda: 5:30-6:15 pm Check-in & Small Bites 6:15-6:23 pm Welcome & Intro 6:23-6:54 pm Fireside Chat 6:54-7:00 pm Audience Q&A 7:00-8:30 pm Networking & Book Signing

We invite you to join us at our upcoming UCLA Alumni Lunch on Thursday, 25 September 2025, in Zurich. This lunch is open to UCLA alumni of all disciplines and offers attendees the opportunity to meet informally on a regular basis. Furthermore, it provides a forum to obtain updates on UCLA activities and information on how each of us can remain connected and give back to UCLA. A two-course meal, including mineral water and coffee, and an aperitif will be served at a flat rate of CHF 65 per person (payable directly to the restaurant at the event). When submitting your RSVP (by 15 September, if possible), please indicate whether you would prefer: (a) a vegan/vegetarian menu; or (b) a menu with meat. Furthermore, please share any dietary restrictions. We are very much looking forward to seeing you at the lunch.

Join BP Silicon Beach for their monthly Chapter Meeting!

Join us for an energizing and interactive webinar designed to help you reconnect with your professional purpose and take the next step—whatever that looks like for you. Whether you're exploring new paths, navigating burnout, or seeking more fulfillment, this session offers tools and insights to spark clarity and confidence.

Visit Yankee Stadium Thursday, September 25, when the Yankees host the White Sox and purchase the Yankees Big Ten Special Ticket Offer. As part of this Special Ticket Offer, participating fans receive a special-edition Yankees t-shirt in the color scheme of your Big Ten school of choice. Join Big Ten T-Shirt Night and the New York Yankees for a fun-filled day at Yankee Stadium!

Join us on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 5 PM for a free B1G 10 Mixer on the private patio at Flight at Tustin Legacy. This casual, self-pay gathering will feature exclusive food and drink specials from Mess Hall Market vendors (no-host bar). Attendees are encouraged to wear school colors and bring school spirit! Free parking is available onsite, and the patio is outdoors, so consider bringing a light jacket. Registration is required to help us plan - reserve your spot here: https://bit.ly/B1G10-OC-Flight-092525

Join the Bay Area Bruins and the Latino Alumni Association as we celebrate and welcome our newest grads to the Bay Area! All alumni are invited to attend—come network, connect with other Bruins, and discover exciting opportunities to get involved with our vibrant alumni communities. Food and drinks will be available for purchase—come enjoy great company, good vibes, and plenty of Bruin spirit! "Welcome to the City" is a series of events featuring iconic or touristy attractions that, even as a local, you’ve always wanted to experience but haven’t yet. This is a fantastic way to connect new Bruins — whether recent graduates or those who had just moved — to their local network.

WE NEED YOU! Learn how you can help shape the future of UBAA by volunteering your talent and time. UBAA Committees: \- Athletics/Sporting Events (i.e., Black to Westwood homecoming, \- Campus Engagement \- Community Engagement \- Fundraising (i.e., bi-annual Winston C. Doby Scholarship Gala) \- Marketing and Communications \- Membership \- Recruitment (i.e., Application Readiness Workshop and Admit Dinner) \- Scholarship \- Programming (i.e., Ski Trip, cultural events, holiday party) Please RSVP by Monday, September 22 to get the Zoom link.

Participate in UCLA's annual Volunteer Day with the Hong Kong Regional Network! We invite 10-15 volunteers to play mini games with elderlies and celebrate the Mid Autumn Festival together at the nursing home

OC Bruins & USC Alumni OC come together for a meaningful morning of service. Volunteers will help sort and inspect food to support local families in need, with tasks including processing produce, packaged goods and crates. Children 13-17 are welcome to volunteer with completed Youth Liability Waiver (see registration page for details).

Volunteers will help remove invasive plants to protect native habitats. Tools, gloves, and educational materials will be provided. Please bring close-toed shoes, sun protection, water, and dress in layers. The meeting location is 555 Guadalupe Canyon Parkway, Brisbane, CA 94005—this is the main park entrance to San Bruno Mountain State and County Park. Entry fee will be waived for volunteering on the day of the event. Please sign the volunteer agreement form in advance of the event. There is a lot of interesting wildlife and plants at San Bruno Mountain.

Join us as we cheer on the UCLA football team! Astro Beer Hall is located in downtown Washington, DC, and is located on top of the Metro Center WMATA Metro Rail station, which is served by the Red, Orange, Blue, and Silver Lines.

Join us as we cheer on the UCLA football team!

Join us as we cheer on the UCLA football team!

Join AIA as we welcome new American Indian Students to UCLA! UCLA Alumni Affairs is proud to host New Bruin Send-off celebrations to welcome incoming students and their families. Whether you're a student, alumnus, family member or friend of the University, there's something for everyone at a New Bruin Send-off!

In-person: Q&A with Victoria Price, author and daughter of Vincent Price, moderated by UCLA Alumn Gabz Norte. Join us for a screening of an eclectic mix of television programming inspired by the research paper, “The Ideology of Liveness, Theatricality, and the Star Persona: Vincent Price on Television,” written by archivist Gabz Norte. The paper was produced for the graduate seminar “Researching the UCLA Film & Television Archive,” taught by Maya Montañez Smukler (Head, Archive Research and Study Center) in UCLA’s Cinema and Media Studies program, Winter 2022. Screening the following: Beyond Terror: Vincent Price on Television Forever synonymous with blood-curdling terror, Vincent Price was much more than a horror legend. His refined taste and diverse talents epitomize the classic definition of a Renaissance man. Join us for an eclectic mix of television programming celebrating the beloved icon, including lighthearted daytime talk shows highlighting his deep knowledge of art and cooking, starring roles in prestige television dramas from Alfred Hitchcock and Rod Serling, and a biographical retrospective on This Is Your Life. On the Go: “Vincent Price” (U.S., 3/30/1960) — With original commercials! Vincent Price invites viewers into his home in Beverly Glen for a playful tour of his world-class art collection of rare works he acquired from around the globe. Along with host Jack Linketter, Price also welcomes fellow legend, director William Castle for an in-depth discussion of the horror genre for which they are renowned. Alfred Hitchcock Presents: “The Perfect Crime” (U.S., 10/20/1957) Under the direction of the master of suspense, Vincent Price embodies an urbane, egotistical master detective with an unusual hobby — he retains artifacts from his most infamous cases as trophies. The teleplay by future Academy Award-winner Stirling Silliphant (In the Heat of the Night) affords Price the opportunity to play a sophisticated connoisseur, a role he was quite familiar with in real life as an extremely knowledgeable art collector. Night Gallery: “Class of ’99” (U.S., 9/22/1971) A steely-cold Vincent Price pierces the small screen as a domineering proctor in a futuristic classroom where students must obey his every command, no matter how abhorrent. Set in 1999, Rod Serling’s chilling examination of bigotry and artificial intelligence proves prescient and shockingly relevant in 2025. Dinah! Guest starring Vincent Price (excerpts, U.S., ca, 1970s) This trio of endearing appearances on Dinah Shore’s popular daytime talk show illuminate Vincent Price beyond the horror genre. Highlights include Price sharing his refined culinary talents over a glass of wine with Dinah, an uproarious reminiscence of the Mercury Theatre with fellow guest Orson Welles, and a hilarious reading of an unexpectedly frightful text. This Is Your Life: “Vincent Price” (U.S., 3/18/73) From inside the Pickwick Book Shop on Hollywood Boulevard, Vincent Price finds himself ambushed by host Ralph Edwards for a life retrospective. In the course of the moving half hour, Price’s vital advocacy for Native American artists and their art is heralded, and the superstar is reunited with a litany of family members and well-wishers, including fellow legend Helen Hayes.

We look forward to seeing you at 9am St. Vincent de Paul's on Sunday, September 28th! Please plan check in at the main campus (420 W. Watkins Rd.) no later than 9 AM. Volunteer parking is at 2120 S. 3rd Dr. Phoenix, AZ Map Link When you arrive, please check in at the front desk kiosk. If you have not volunteered with St. Vincent de Paul before, you will be asked to create a volunteer profile. When you reach the question “Are you here with a group?” select Yes and then choose UCLA Alumni of Arizona Network from the list. Once everyone is checked in, somebody will guide our group to the kitchen! Why Your Service Matters: St. Vincent de Paul prepares 7,000 meals every day that are distributed to our five dining rooms and other nonprofits. Kitchen Crew duties include chopping, slicing, dicing, opening cans, general - assistant chef- duties, set up and clean up. Please note: Individuals and groups with food allergies or religious beliefs and practices that prevent them from handling specific foods should contact volunteer@svdpaz.org with this information in advance of their volunteer shift. Group sizes and volunteer assignments may need to be adjusted to make accommodations. Attire and belongings: For volunteering in person please wear closed-toe shoes with rubber soles, sleeved shirts, knee-length or longer pants/skirts/shorts. Bruin gear is welcome! SVdP will provide items like gloves, plastic apron & hair net. Please refrain from cell phone / headphone use while volunteering. We have limited storage space and recommend bringing as few items as possible. Scheduling Changes: SVdP counts on volunteers to accomplish their mission; volunteers are 95% of their workforce! If you sign-up and are unable to attend, please let achan@alumni.ucla.edu know. If you are not feeling well, please reschedule your volunteer shift. Thank you for helping to keep yourself and those around you safe and healthy! Volunteer Etiquette: Please show respect and compassion for each other and for SVdP guests, staff and property. We hope you have a fantastic experience - let us know how it was. And, have fun! Questions or concerns: Contact SVdP at (602) 261-6886 or volunteer@svdpaz.org. Do you or someone you know need assistance Contact Us. Remember, you can serve in other ways, such as Host a Drive, Donate Furniture, Volunteer from Home and Donate Money. Please visit www.stvincentdepaul.net for more information.

The New York Tri-State Network will be assisting with a tree care project in LIC through Big Reuse and City Councilwoman, Julie Won. They will help remove trash, aerate the soil, and add a blend of compost and/or mulch to the street tree beds.

Join the UCLA Alumni Orange County network for a fun evening of conversation and delicious food at Descanso Restaurant, a modern taqueria known for its authentic Mexican flavors. Enjoy a three-course prix fixe meal with curated menu options, including gratuity and taxes—all for just $48! This is the perfect opportunity to network and connect with local alumni. Come enjoy a tasty meal with the company of OC Bruins.

Join BP Glendale Chapter for their monthly meeting!

Take 20 minutes in your day to enjoy much-needed relaxation and calm. When registering, please enter "UCLA" under "organization." Monthly meditation is led by Michal Rinkevich (MBA '14) who has been practicing healing arts and meditation since 1995 and teaching since 2006.

The oldest Filipino educational institution in the US, Filipino Cultural School turns sixty this year. To commemorate this event, the five presidents of the contemporary era will come together to discuss their experiences at the helm of the historic organization. For the occasion of Filipino American History Month 2025, they will reflect on FCS’s broader history, activities to which they contributed, and its future, as a vital part of the Filipino American community in Southern California.

Join UCLA Alumni from the San Diego region for a day of culture, connection, and community as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a carpool field trip to The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture. Known as “The Cheech,” this groundbreaking museum is the first major institution in the United States dedicated to Chicano art and artists. Founded in partnership with actor and art collector Cheech Marin, the museum showcases over 500 works of Chicano art—from paintings and sculpture to photography and mixed media—that speak to themes of identity, resistance, cultural pride, and innovation. This is a chance to engage deeply with Latinx heritage, artistic brilliance, and the power of representation in the arts. We’ll meet at Superbloom Café in Mission Bay at 8:30 AM to coordinate carpools into volunteer vehicles. The drive to Riverside is approximately 1.5 hours. After exploring the museum, we’ll enjoy a group lunch at the iconic Mission Inn, a stunning historical hotel with rich ties to California’s cultural legacy. Expect a day filled with great conversation, meaningful learning, and Bruin camaraderie. This is more than a museum visit—it’s an invitation to honor heritage, build community, and expand our shared understanding. ???? RSVP now to join the carpool and help us plan logistics. ???? Bring friends, bring questions, and bring your curiosity. Please, please, please RSVP via MeetUp.com so that we can recruit volunteer drivers and get an accurate head count. [https://www.meetup.com/ucla-alumni-san-diego/events/310697806/?utm\_medium=referral&utm\_campaign=announce\_event&utm\_source=link&utm\_version=v2](https://www.meetup.com/ucla-alumni-san-diego/events/310697806/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=announce_event&utm_source=link&utm_version=v2) ???????? ¡Nos vemos pronto! (See you soon)

Do you have a story to tell? Join us for a special panel conversation with Bruin authors and learn how they transformed their experiences into published works. From mountain trails, military service and motherhood, these alumni demonstrate that every life path holds the potential for a compelling story. This discussion will explore the journey from idea to print, the challenges and rewards of writing, and the impact of storytelling.

Hollywood Now 2025 is an opportunity to network with alumni from top film and entertainment schools including UCLA, USC, Stanford and others. Join us on Wednesday, October 8 from 7-11 p.m. at E.P. and L.P. for a night of mixing and mingling.

Join us as we cheer on the UCLA football team!

Join us as we cheer on the UCLA football team!

RSVP today and join current and former Daily Bruin staffers for the 2025 Daily Bruin Alumni Network (DBAN) Reunion! This year's reunion will feature a day full of activities, including alumni and student panels, a visit to the Daily Bruin newsroom in Kerckhoff Hall and a cocktail reception followed by dinner at the James West Alumni Center. Join us as we reconnect with old friends, reminisce about your time at the Daily Bruin and celebrate the legacy of student journalism. Don't miss out on this opportunity to forge new connections and strengthen the bonds of the DBAN community. Cost: Daytime Activities - Free Evening Cocktail Party & Dinner - $75 Questions? Please contact Robina Riccitiello at robina@rjricci.com or Connie Guglielmo at acmewriter@gmail.com.

Join us as we cheer on the UCLA football team!

Public tours are sold out, but OC Bruins has secured rare access to a private curator’s tour of World of the Terracotta Warriors with Dr. Tianlong Jiao, Chief Curator at Bowers Museum. Gain exclusive insight into groundbreaking archaeological discoveries and uncover hidden details about China’s First Emperor and his legendary army

Come join Bruin Alumni and Friends for a fun and relaxing discussion of books. We try to curate a wide variety of genres (all recommended by our own members) to accommodate all tastes and to encourage each other to read something we wouldn't on our own. We would love to have you join us. All are welcome! OCTOBER: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon **Please email bkronbeck@socal.rr.com to be added to the waitlist for the South Bay Book Club.**

Bruin Affiliates October Luncheon with UCLA Professor Dr. David Saltzberg.

On Oct. 15 from 6-8 p.m., UCLA Alumni Affairs and UCLA Government & Community Relations will honor the 2025 Bruin Excellence in Civic Engagement (BECE) cohort with a celebratory reception at James West Alumni. BECE recognizes exceptional UCLA alumni serving in civic leadership positions. These Bruins are making a difference in the civic life of our communities and developing a combination of knowledge, skills, values and motivation to make a difference.

This Faculty in Focus program will emphasize how research and scholarly writing with and for undocu communities serve as mechanisms to resist the dehumanizing and oppressive systems impacting their trajectories as individuals with precarious immigration statuses. Engaging in humanizing and collaborative research approaches about the experiences of undocu communities can lead to transformative and liberatory practices within and outside higher education settings. Faculty featured in this program will share how they have partnered with undocu communities in their research to center their needs and experiences and resist systemic injustices. Faculty will also discuss the key implications of their research, particularly as it relates to the 2025 sociopolitical climate. The program features Dr. Kevin Escudero ‘09 from Brown University and Dra. Cinthya Salazar from UCLA. This event can be attended in person at the James West Alumni Center or online via Zoom. Please indicate your attendance preference when filling out the RSVP form.

Come join your fellow Bruins for a multi-course, family-style set meal with a variety of dishes including chicken, pork, beef, seafood and vegetables. A soft drink, tax and gratuity are included. All Bruins, family members and friends are invited! Please RSVP no later than October 6. The cost to attend this event is $40. Proceeds from the dinner will go to the UCLA Alumni South Bay Network Scholarship Fund. Please contact Joyce Norman at joycenorman@gmail.com and Lanny Harrison at lanny\_harrison@yahoo.com with inquiries.

Dutch Hall will come alive as 300 alumni across all 18 Big Ten universities, including other Bruins, gather for an unforgettable night of connection. It's a chance to forge new friendships, rekindle old ones, and celebrate not only our shared UCLA spirit, but also the broader camaraderie that unites all 18 campuses. Expect no long speeches or rigid agendas – just a fantastic venue, vibrant alumni energy, and an atmosphere truly worth remembering.

Join us for [Changemakers 2025](https://alumni.ucla.edu/changemakers-series/), a special half-day event exploring the impact of a community rooted in radical kinship. Hosted in partnership with [Homeboy Industries](https://homeboyindustries.org/), the world’s largest gang rehabilitation and re-entry program, this immersive experience highlights how hope and mutual love, coupled with training and services can transform lives.  Through a guided tour and featured discussions with Homeboy leadership, including Co-CEO [Shirley Torres (’03),](https://www.youtube.com/shorts/WCnt0oYtg-Y) attendees will gain first-hand insight into Homeboy’s holistic approach to healing, workforce development and re-entry. From their [wrap-around services](https://homeboyindustries.org/services/), to their innovative approach to [social enterprise](https://homeboyindustries.org/social-enterprises/) and commitment to ensuring [education is available to all](https://homeboyindustries.org/services/education/), the Homeboy Industries team centers the whole person in their revolutionary work.  **Event Highlights** • Check-in at [Homegirl Café](https://homeboyindustries.org/social-enterprises/cafe/) • [Morning Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PsFM91BOK1g&pp=ygUiaG9tZWJveSBpbmR1c3RyaWVzIG1vcm5pbmcgbWVldGluZw%3D%3D) at Homeboy Industries • Guided tour of the Homeboy headquarters by Homeboy staff • Panel Discussion: _Homeboy Leadership in Action_ • Featured Discussion with Shirley Torres and [Steve Delgado](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LkBEdc3TaSY&pp=ygUgU3RldmUgRGVsZ2FkbyBob21lYm95IGluZHVzdHJpZXM%3D) • Lunch and community networking  **Location** Homeboy Industries 130 W. Bruno St. Los Angeles, CA 90012  **We encourage public transit.** Nearest Metro stops: • Chinatown Station (A Line), about a 10-minute walk • Union Station (A, B, D, J Lines plus Metrolink and Amtrak), about a 15-minute walk  Advance registration is required. Space is limited.

UBAA welcomes alumni to a reception prior to the Black Grad Student Association's Skate Night in Ackerman Grad Ballroom. More details to come.

This film series celebrates the radical legacy of UCLA’s Ethno-Communications Program (1969–1973), a pioneering affirmative action initiative launched by Elyseo Taylor, the School of Theater, Film and Television’s first Black faculty member. Designed to train Black, Asian American, Latina/o/x and Native American students to use film as a tool for social change, the program paired filmmaking with journalism, mass communications and community engagement. The alumni in this film program created works that redefined independent media in Los Angeles, offering expansive, socially engaged portraits of multiracial America.

Join us for a full-day celebration as we bring together alumni, students, faculty, and community members across the many generations of Asian American & Pacific Islander Studies at UCLA! Let’s reconnect, reminisce, and reaffirm our shared commitment to AA&PI Studies, stories, and solidarity at this critical moment. What to Expect: * Hear inspiring conversations from notable alumni and community leaders who have shaped Asian American & Pacific Islander Studies and beyond * Pull up a chair to our guided Talk Story sessions to swap stories and share a moment with folks across generations * Add your mark to a collaborative art mural, celebrating our shared roots and future * Take a walk down memory lane of the Asian American Studies Center’s 56-year long history, honoring teachers, friends, and unique moments of strength and solidarity. * Add your own milestone to the community timeline --- how did Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies change your life? * Bring your energy, ideas, and superpowers to support the center and department * Fuel up with a light breakfast and tasty lunch * Wrap up the day at our Happy Hour Mixer with good drinks and great company! Whether you’re here to reconnect with old friends or make new memories, this is a reunion you won’t want to miss. We can't wait to celebrate our past, present, and future together. Stay tuned for more details, and we hope to see you there!

Bruins, Join the Conejo Valley Bruin Alumni for our Charity Event of the Year at the Walk to End Alzheimer’s® – Conejo Valley. Saturday, October 18, 2025 | The Promenade at Westlake Walk with us, donate, or both — every step brings us closer to a future without Alzheimer’s. Register or Donate Here Go Bruins!

Bruin Family 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, Bruin Family 1 Socials foster connections and relationships within the greater Bruin community. Historically, Bruin Family Socials have taken place over the course of one weekend each year. During spring 2023, these events transitioned to a year-round model that accommodates a variety of activities and locations, ultimately allowing for added flexibility and more opportunities to build community than ever before. We hope you will join us at an event near you!

Bruin Family 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, Bruin Family 1Socials foster connections and relationships within the greater Bruin community. Historically, Bruin Family Socials have taken place over the course of one weekend each year. During spring 2023, these events transitioned to a year-round model that accommodates a variety of activities and locations, ultimately allowing for added flexibility and more opportunities to build community than ever before. We hope you will join us at an event near you!

This film series celebrates the radical legacy of UCLA’s Ethno-Communications Program (1969–1973), a pioneering affirmative action initiative launched by Elyseo Taylor, the School of Theater, Film and Television’s first Black faculty member. Designed to train Black, Asian American, Latina/o/x and Native American students to use film as a tool for social change, the program paired filmmaking with journalism, mass communications and community engagement. The alumni in this film program created works that redefined independent media in Los Angeles, offering expansive, socially engaged portraits of multiracial America.

The UC Chicanx Latinx Alumni Association (UC CLAA), Chicanx Latinx Alumni Association of UC Berkeley - Bay Area Chapter, Berkeley Chicanx Latinx Alumni Association (CLAA), Cal Alumni Association (CAA), and University Development and Alumni Relations invite you to the next statewide UC CLAA Summit: From Connection to Coalition: Celebrating Latino Alumni and the Communities We Build This gathering honors the legacy and future of Latino alumni at Berkeley—lifelong students whose stories illuminate the power of connection, joy, and shared purpose. Rooted in the meanings of alumni, community, and coalition, we celebrate how engagement between students, staff, faculty, and alumni becomes unity, and unity becomes movement. Together, we build not just networks, but history. Join your UC alumni community for a day filled with inspiring updates, networking, and thought-provoking discussions on how we can continue to thrive as a community. The UC CLAA is a statewide collective of Latinx alumni from all ten UC campuses whose mission is to support the overall advancement of the UC to better serve the needs of the on-campus and off-campus Chicanx Latinx community including alumni, staff, faculty, and students. Unable to join in person? Join us on Zoom! Please register in advance using the link below. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with the agenda containing information about the Summit a few days before the summit.  Register for the UC CLAA Summit at: https://ucop.zoom.us/meeting/register/TXR3hCLXS9G5-3uDx7udBw#/registration

The LA Cancer Challenge is the starting line to Halloween fun and benefits the Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research and the UCLA Agi Hirshberg Center for Pancreatic Diseases. The gorgeous 5K course starts in Wilson Plaza, takes you throughout campus and ends with a treat - our LACC Finish Line Donut Wall! Enjoy the Fit Family Expo and colorful Candy Land Kids Zone, knowing your participation helps drive research towards a cure for pancreatic cancer and supports crucial patient services. Call 310-473-5121 or email info@pancreatic.org

UCLA Alumni Bruin Bash at the James West Alumni Center prior to the UCLA Women's Soccer match against rival USC on Sunday, October 26, 2025 at Wallis Annenberg Stadium.

Take 20 minutes in your day to enjoy much-needed relaxation and calm. When registering, please enter "UCLA" under "organization." Monthly meditation is led by Michal Rinkevich (MBA '14) who has been practicing healing arts and meditation since 1995 and teaching since 2006.

Join fellow Bruins in Paris for a festive Halloween-themed happy hour! Come to reconnect, make new friends, and enjoy an evening of fun in the true Bruin spirit. Costumes are encouraged! Two prizes will be awarded for the best dressed alumni. Whether you go all our or keep it simple, it's the perfect chance to get into the Halloween spirit.

Join San Diego Bruins for a relaxed morning walk at the scenic Kumeyaay Lake Trail in Mission Trails. This easy, 1.3-mile loop features flat terrain, peaceful lake views, and a welcoming, social atmosphere perfect for all fitness levels. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy the fall weather, connect with local alumni, and explore one of San Diego’s beautiful trails. Families and friends are welcome—just bring water, sun protection, snacks, comfy walking shoes, and your Bruin spirit! "Welcome to the City" is a series of events featuring iconic or touristy attractions that, even as a local, you’ve always wanted to experience but haven’t yet. This is a fantastic way to connect new Bruins — whether recent graduates or those who had just moved — to their local network.

Bruin Family 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, Bruin Family 1Socials foster connections and relationships within the greater Bruin community. Historically, Bruin Family Socials have taken place over the course of one weekend each year. During spring 2023, these events transitioned to a year-round model that accommodates a variety of activities and locations, ultimately allowing for added flexibility and more opportunities to build community than ever before. We hope you will join us at an event near you!

As Thanksgiving approaches, join our book club in discussing how a Michelin-starred chef and the founder of World Central Kitchen shares his hard-won wisdom, changing the world through the power of food.

Event to honor the donors that provide Alumni Scholarships and introduce them to the students they will be supporting.

This film series celebrates the radical legacy of UCLA’s Ethno-Communications Program (1969–1973), a pioneering affirmative action initiative launched by Elyseo Taylor, the School of Theater, Film and Television’s first Black faculty member. Designed to train Black, Asian American, Latina/o/x and Native American students to use film as a tool for social change, the program paired filmmaking with journalism, mass communications and community engagement. The alumni in this film program created works that redefined independent media in Los Angeles, offering expansive, socially engaged portraits of multiracial America.

Come join Bruin Alumni and Friends for a fun and relaxing discussion of books. We try to curate a wide variety of genres (all recommended by our own members) to accommodate all tastes and to encourage each other to read something we wouldn't on our own. We would love to have you join us. All are welcome! NOVEMBER: Poetry Night - bring your own poem or song lyric to share **Please email bkronbeck@socal.rr.com to be added to the waitlist for the South Bay Book Club.**

Join UCLA's Pilipino Alumni Association for our annual Parol Workshop and Holiday Party! Guests will enjoy a cultural presentation on the Parol, a colorful star-shaped lantern traditionally hung in homes and streets throughout the Philippines during the holidays. All are welcome to make their very own parols to take home and spread the holiday cheer. Stay for our holiday party, which includes traditional Pilipino lunch and a performance from UCLA's Tinig Choral. Tinig, which means “voice” in Tagalog, is a student-initiated, student-run, a capella choir.

Grupo Folklórico de UCLA Alumni Association will have a benefit to support the current Grupo Folklórico de UCLA student group. We will be raising funds to provide for the construction of a portable wooden stage to be used for practices and performances. We will have dance performances by Danza Azteca de West LA and alumni members. We will also dance to the stylings of the 605 All-Stars band. There will be a wide variety of Mexican food and aguas frescas. Our event theme is, “Día de los Muertos” and we hope to see you there as we honor our founding professor Emilio Pulido and alumni who are no longer with us.

We will be hiking Sullivan Canyon. It's in and out so those who want a shorter hike can turn around early and the rest of us will continue on for a longer hike for a total of up to 8.5 miles round trip. Please also bring water, snacks, and sun protection as you will need.

Join us for a special holiday hike on the Westridge Trail on 12/14 to the Nike missile site at San Vicente Mountain. Wear your most outrageous holiday sweaters and festive colors, along with any other holiday swag you want to show off. The hike is approximately 7 miles with an elevation gain of 730 feet and with the option to turn around early for those who do not want to join the full hike. Please also make sure that you are prepared with appropriate footwear, sunscreen and/or a hat, and plenty of water. For questions the morning of the hike, contact Morvareed Salehpour at msalehpour@salehpourlaw.com.