
Today
Transforming School Culture through Restorative Leadership and Equitable Student Discipline Practice
Thu 10/16 • 9:30AM - 10:30AM PDT RSVP
How can schools build a culture of accountability and belonging while reducing reliance on exclusionary discipline? Through the Race, Education, and Community Healing (REACH) Network, a collaborative between UCLA CTS and UC Berkeley CREEO, we have brought together LEAs from across the state to better understand how restorative leadership and equitable student discipline practices can address this question. This webinar hosted by the 21CSLA State Center offers a broad overview of suspension trends across the state, student discipline frameworks rooted in restorative practices, and practical implementation strategies from district and school leaders driving equitable transformation within their school communities. Panelists will also share insights into the role of restorative leadership as their districts have implemented TK years ahead of universal transitional kindergarten. Speakers: Michael Corral, Ph.D., REACH Network Director, UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools Travis Bristol, Ph.D., Professor and Faculty Director, UC Berkeley CREEO Jennifer Coronel, Director of Student Supports, La Mesa Spring Valley School District Julie Pak, Principal at Chaparral Elementary, Claremont Unified School District Jabari Mahiri, Ph.D., Professor, Berkeley School of Education; Chair, 21CSLA Leadership Board
#GraduateProfessional #FacultyStaff #Alumni #Educational #Research
UC Alumni UK Third Thirsty Thursday
Thu 10/16 • 11AM PDT
The Understudy •
Grab a pint with local UC alumni at The Understudy, on London's Southbank. This monthly pub night is hosted by UCSB Alumni Olé UK and open to all University of California alumni, students and friends!
UK Network: 2025 UCLA and Big Ten Alumni Social
Thu 10/16 • 11AM PDT
Dutch Hall • London, EC2N 2HA United Kingdom
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.
Reflect with RISE: Breathing and Presence
Thu 10/16 • 11AM - 11:30AM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Join us for a beginner friendly guided meditation. Take some time to breathe, meet community, and practice mindfulness, spirituality, and stillness.
Disability Culture and Allyship (Hosted by Disabilities and Computing Program)
Thu 10/16 • 11AM - 12PM PDT RSVP
This event is from our Partner Disabilities and Computing Program This session is part of the greater UCLA Disability Pride Week running from Oct 14-17. This session introduces participants to disability culture and the role of allyship in creating more inclusive communities. Through discussion, real-life examples, and reflection, participants will explore disability identity, accessibility as a cultural norm, and the differences between accommodation and accessibility. The training will also highlight key terminology, cultural icons, and common pitfalls to avoid. Participants will leave with practical strategies and best practices for being effective allies, as well as greater confidence in engaging in conversations about disability with respect.
Exhibition Walk-through: Construction, Occupation
Thu 10/16 • 12PM - 1PM PDT RSVP
Fowler Museum
Join us for a walk-through of Construction, Occupation led by co-curator Alex Ungprateeb Flynn. He will highlight key works in the exhibition and discuss how art intersects with power, infrastructure, and the politics of spatial justice—inviting reflection on the role of collective action and artistic intervention in shaping the city and public life.
1:1 Drop-ins with RISE
Thu 10/16 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE Health and Wellbeing Coordinator! 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.
Global Bruins Mixer
Thu 10/16 • 2:30PM - 4PM PDT RSVP
De Neve Plaza Room
Ring Ring! Calling all Global Bruins! Join us for a Global Bruins Mixer with the UCLA Dashew Center, UCLA Study Abroad and UCLA Extension! Connect with globally-minded Bruins, share your unique experiences, and enjoy food, games, and exciting giveaways! Connect with fellow Bruins who’ve studied abroad, hang out, swap stories, and keep the global energy going! Note: Registration is highly recommended, space is limited.
#Undergraduate #GraduateProfessional #Alumni #Social #Community
Bruin Angels Investor Network, UCLA Accelerator, Tech Coast Angels
Thu 10/16 • 4:30PM PDT
James West Alumni Center •
Join us for an exclusive in-person networking event at the UCLA Campus, where founders and innovators will have the opportunity to engage directly with angel investors, venture partners, and leaders from the early-stage startup ecosystem. ???? Why Attend? Face-to-face conversations with active investors Opportunity to pitch your startup and share your vision Gain real-time feedback from experienced capital partners Expand your network in a collaborative and high-impact setting
Bruins for Recovery: General Student Recovery Meeting
Thu 10/16 • 5PM - 6PM PDT
CRP Lounge (within Bruin Resource Center) SAC B44B
Join Bruins for Recovery student org in their General Student Recovery Meeting. -All meetings are free and anonymous. No registration required - just show up! -Student recovery meetings are open to students in or interested in recovery / sobriety / abstinence. -Students who identify as allies are welcome to attend all meetings. *Student Recovery Meetings are peer to peer support meetings, they do not take place of mental health therapy, groups or other medical services.*
Resources and Strategies for Writing Successfully in Graduate School
Thu 10/16 • 5:15PM - 6:15PM PDT RSVP
Make the transition to graduate-level writing easier by learning about graduate writing services and resources available to UCLA graduate students. The Graduate Writing Center (GWC) supports all graduate and professional students, and this workshop, led by GWC staff, will provide an overview of writing resources, services, and strategies for graduate school.
Virtual Escape Room event with UCLA Disability Alumni Network & Disabled Student Union
Thu 10/16 • 6:30PM PDT
Welcome Back Bruins! We hope the fall quarter is off to a good start or that you are enjoying that pre-work pumpkin spice. Before the quarter gets too deep, we wanted to kick off spooky season with you. Through a collaboration with the Disabled Student Union, you're invited to our Virtual Escape Room. Can you solve the codes and break through? In breakout rooms, you'll be paired with fellow alumni and current students. Where: Via Zoom When: Thursday, Oct. 16 at 6:30 p.m. (PT) If you have any questions, please email us at udan@alumni.ucla.edu.
Student Study Session & Social Mixer hosted by the UCLA Latino Alumni Association
Thu 10/16 • 7PM PDT
James West Alumni Center •
Join the UCLA Latino Alumni Association for a Study Session & Social Mixer! Take a break, hit the books, and connect with fellow Bruins in a relaxed setting. Coffee, refreshments, and snacks will be provided.
Tomorrow
Fall 2025 Financial Aid Census
Fri 10/17
UCLA Financial Aid and Scholarships will be conducting the Fall 2025 census on Friday, October 17, 2025 to ensure financial aid recipients are enrolled full time (12 units or more) unless otherwise approved for the Fee Reduced Program. Being enrolled in less than full time status while not approved for the Fee Reduced Program will result in your financial aid being recalculated.
*SOLD OUT* Changemakers 2025 - Radical Kinship in Action: A Day at Homeboy Industries
Fri 10/17 • 8AM - 1PM PDT
Homeboy Industries • Los Angeles
**\*NOTE\*: Event tickets have sold out. To express interest in this and future events please contact us at diversity@alumni.ucla.edu.** 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
Grief Processing Space at Reiber
Fri 10/17 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
RISE at Rieber Hall
A community gathering for Bruins to process loss and foster hope.
1:1 Drop-ins with RISE
Fri 10/17 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE Health and Wellbeing Coordinator! 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.
National Pan-Hellenic Council Informational Events
Fri 10/17 • 6PM - 8PM PDT
Bradley 300 (On the Hill)
The fraternities and sororities that make up the ""Divine Nine"" of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) conduct membership intake at a time of a chapter's choosing. Chapters will typically host informational sessions during the fall quarter and then invite interested students to join during the winter or spring quarters. Most chapters also require a university GPA to join. Individual chapters have their own processes for membership intake so please contact the chapter(s) you may be interested in joining directly for additional information. You can visit @NPHCofUCLA or https://fsl.ucla.edu/community-directory for more information.
UCLA Black Alumni Association Black to Westwood Friday Night Mixer
Fri 10/17 • 6PM - 10PM PDT
James West Alumni Center •
UBAA welcomes alumni to our "Black to Westwood Friday Night Mixer" at UCLA. More details to come.
This Bitter (but Beautiful) Earth: A Crushing Love + Short Films
Fri 10/17 • 7:30PM PDT
Billy Wilder Theater
In-person: Q&A with Associate Professor Josslyn Luckett, NYU Cinema Studies (before "A Crushing Love"). Luckett will sign copies of "Toward a More Perfect Rebellion: Multiracial Media Activism Made in L.A." before the screening beginning at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free. No advance reservations. Your seat will be assigned to you when you pick up your ticket at the box office. Seats are assigned on a first come, first served basis. The box office opens one hour before the event. Agueda Martinez: Our People, Our Country U.S., 1977 This Academy Award–nominated short documentary offers a luminous portrait of 80-year-old Navajo great-grandmother Agueda Martinez, whose life is deeply rooted in the land of New Mexico. Sepia-toned family photos paired with Agueda’s confident voice-over ground the film as we witness intimate footage of her plowing fields, harvesting crops, tending livestock and weaving intricate serape blankets late into the night. Agueda's insightful reflections on herbs, spirituality and ancestry reveal generational knowledge sustained by a profound connection to place and ritual. This quietly powerful work stands as a timeless celebration of steadfast stewardship of sacred land.—Public Programmer Beandrea July DCP, color, 16 min. Director: Esperanza Vasquez. Water Ritual #1: An Urban Rite of Purification U.S., 1979 Created with performer Yolanda Vidato, this short is a pioneering work of Black feminist and experimental filmmaking. Shot in 16mm black-and-white in an area of Watts cleared for the unbuilt I-105 freeway and later abandoned, the film follows Milanda (Vidato) through symbolic, improvisational acts that layer African, Caribbean and urban Los Angeles imagery. Structured as a ritual for filmmaker Barbara McCullough’s “participant-viewers,” it honors Black and Third World women’s beauty and self-possession while also confronting how poverty and systemic neglect shape the landscape. As the film explores themes of resilience and psychic survival, it transforms a site of urban blight into consecrated ground.—Jacqueline Stewart 35mm, color, 6 min. Director: Barbara McCoullough. Restored by the UCLA Film & Television Archive. Funded with a grant from the National Film Preservation Foundation’s Avant-Garde Masters Grant Program funded by The Film Foundation. Wong Sinsaang U.S., 1971 Opening with the hiss of steam machines and the chatter of white customers in his father’s Silver Lake dry cleaning business, this short contrasts stereotype with intimacy, revealing Mr. Wong’s rich inner life. By narrating his own conflicted feelings of admiration and frustration and juxtaposing the grind of the laundromat — where Mr. Wong endures daily humiliations — with serene images of him practicing tai chi and writing poetry, Eddie Wong crafts a bittersweet document of immigrant labor and his father’s search for dignity and prosperity.—guest programmer Josslyn Luckett DCP, b&w, 12 min. Director: Eddie Wong. I Don’t Think I Said Much U.S., 1975 This tender portrait of Japanese American gardener Elmer Uchida blends documentary and fiction, opening with still photographs and disembodied voices before unfolding in slow-motion scenes of his daily work. Archival material, scripted commentary and intimate voice-over enrich the portrait, while UCLA Ethno-Communications filmmaker Jeff Furumura transforms the rhythms of gardening and Suiseki (Japanese rock appreciation) into poetic meditations on dignity and beauty. The result is a film that honors the quiet artistry and depth of a life too often overlooked.—guest programmer Josslyn Luckett DCP, b&w, color, 16 min. Director: Jeff Furumura. The Horse U.S., 1973 In this film based on writer-director Charles Burnett’s unpublished short story, a young Black boy gently comforts a horse fated to be killed on a remote California ranch. As three white men look on and hurl racial slurs at his absent father, tension builds. When the father (played by fellow UCLA Ethno-Communications alum Larry Clark) arrives, Burnett, exercising noticeable restraint, captures a fleeting moment of tenderness before shifting to the grim task at hand. Through the boy’s gaze, we feel the weight of witnessing the dehumanizing labor his father’s generation endured under white employers.—guest programmer Josslyn Luckett 35mm, color, 14 min. Director/Screenwriter: Charles Burnett. Restored by the UCLA Film & Television Archive. Funded in part with a grant from the National Film Preservation Foundation. Sleepwalker U.S., 1971 This quiet, dreamlike study of solitude and the aftermath of political struggle follows an Asian American typist through long bus rides and monotonous office work. Her exhaustion is evident in aching hands and downcast glances. When she skips work for a wandering walk, fleeting moments of play and memory emerge. Shot on 16mm in black-and-white with layered imagery and a striking soundscape, the film draws on director Laura Ho Fineman’s real-life activism
Toward a More Perfect Rebellion: Multiracial Student Activism at UCLA
Fri 10/17 • 7:30PM PDT
Billy Wilder Theater in the Hammer Museum • Los Angeles CA
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.
Saturday October 18
Black to Westwood: Homecoming Football Tickets with the UCLA Black Alumni Association
Sat 10/18
Rose Bowl •
Come and join fellow UBAA members and their families as the Maryland Terrapins take on your UCLA Bruins at the Rose Bowl on Saturday, October 18th! Take advantage of this discounted ticket offer and support the Bruins in their annual Homecoming game. Since 2007, the UCLA Black Alumni Association has raised nearly 15 million dollars and provided over 1,100 students with scholarships ranging from a one-year scholarship of $1,000 to multi-year scholarships of up to $40,000. This effort has resulted in an increase in the admit numbers of students who have supported the advancement of the African American community through their service coming to UCLA since the devastating fall resulting from Proposition 209. $10 of every ticket purchased directly supports the Black Alumni Association! To join UBAA's tailgate and viewing party, please visit this page: https://member.uclablackalumni.org/event/a814e04c-059d-434b-9cbd-970f0577899a Gameday information including directions, parking, etc. can be found here: [https://uclabruins.com/feature/event\_operations](https://uclabruins.com/feature/event_operations) All sales are final. There are no refunds, exchanges, or reselling of tickets purchased through this link.
Black to Westwoood Tailgate and Viewing Party with the UCLA Black Alumni Association
Sat 10/18
Rose Bowl •
\*Timing is currently TBD Join the UCLA Black Alumni Association for our "Black to Westwood" Tailgate and Viewing Party! Further event details will be shared here as the game time is finalized. The ticket link to join UBAA at this game can be found here: https://member.uclablackalumni.org/event/033e0b48-99dd-491f-a6ea-221ec307753a Gameday information, including directions, parking, etc., can be found here: [https://uclabruins.com/feature/event\_operations](https://uclabruins.com/feature/event_operations)
Beyond the Era of the Witness: 80 Years Later, Passing the Lessons Forward
Sat 10/18 - Sun 10/19
UCLA University Club & Royce Hall
For more information, contact yanai.initiative@humnet.ucla.edu
(Re)Generations: UCLA Asian American & Pacific Islander Studies Reunion supported by Team Alumni
Sat 10/18 • 9AM PDT
James West Alumni Center •
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!
Walk to End Alzheimer's-Conejo Valley
Sat 10/18 • 9AM PDT
The Promenade at Westlake • Westlake Village CA
Bruins, Join the Conejo Valley Bruin Alumni for our Charity Event of the Year at the Walk to End Alzheimer’s® – Conejo Valley. Saturday, Oct. 18 | 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!
ReGenerations: UCLA Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies Reunion
Sat 10/18 • 9AM - 5PM PDT RSVP
UCLA James West Alumni Center
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!
Bruin Family Socials – Morgan Hill, CA
Sat 10/18 • 10:30AM PDT
Starbucks - Morgan Hill, CA • Morgan Hill
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 – Morgan Hill, CA,
Sat 10/18 • 10:30AM PDT
Starbucks - Morgan Hill, CA • Morgan Hill
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!
Autumn at the Library: Family Fun & Community Connections
Sat 10/18 • 11AM - 1PM PDT RSVP
YRL - Main Conference Room
Please join the UCLA Library + campus partners for a family centered day in the YRL Main Conference Room on Saturday 10/18/25 from 11am-1pm. This event will include a variety of kid/family centered activities + community and relationship building for parenting scholars. We will host arts and crafts, a story time, and have books for a variety of ages available to check out! Campus Partners: Bruin Parenting Scholars, The Career Center, The RISE Center, The Transfer Center, and Students with Dependents Program.
Fowler Museum Textile Council Sale
Sat 10/18 • 11AM - 4PM PDT RSVP
Fowler Museum
This annual fundraiser offers a curated selection of textiles, jewelry, baskets, clothing, home décor, and more from around the world. Proceeds from the sale support the Fowler’s textile acquisitions, exhibitions, and publications. Fowler Textile Council Members receive early access starting at 10:30 am.
Fall Fest
Sat 10/18 • 12PM - 4PM PDT
UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden
Celebrate autumn at the Garden's annual Fall Fest! Enjoy an afternoon of live music, food vendors, arts and crafts, and more on October 18 from 12-4pm. Admission is free, no RSVP required.
Bay Area Bruins: UCLA Football Game Watch Party | vs. Maryland
Sat 10/18 • 4PM PDT
Underdogs Cantina • San Francisco CA
Join us as we cheer on the UCLA football team!
Bay Area Bruins: UCLA Football Game Watch Party | vs. Maryland
Sat 10/18 • 4PM PDT
The Stadium Pub • Walnut Creek CA
Join us to cheer on the UCLA football team!
Orange County Alumni: UCLA Football Game Watch Party | vs. Maryland
Sat 10/18 • 4PM PDT
Sauced BBQ & Spirits • Irvine CA
Join us as we cheer on the UCLA football team! Reserved seating area. Happy Hour Pricing.
Washington, D.C. Network: UCLA Football Game Watch Party | vs. Maryland
Sat 10/18 • 4PM PDT
Astro Beer Hall • Washington DC
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.
Sounding Joy: La Raza + Short Films
Sat 10/18 • 7:30PM PDT
Billy Wilder Theater
In-person: Associate Professor Josslyn Luckett, NYU Cinema Studies. Admission is free. No advance reservations. Your seat will be assigned to you when you pick up your ticket at the box office. Seats are assigned on a first come, first served basis. The box office opens one hour before the event. Four Women U.S., 1975 Four Women transforms Nina Simone’s ballad into an experimental dance film that explores identity and survival. Dancer Linda Martina Young embodies Aunt Sarah, Saffronia, Sweet Thing and Peaches, shifting costume and movement to reflect each archetype. Filmmaker Julie Dash’s editing mirrors Simone’s vocals, pausing moments of motion before dissolving into the next image. One of the first experimental films by a Black woman filmmaker, it fuses music, dance and cinema into a bold statement of Black feminist artistry.—Public Programmer Beandrea July DCP, b&w, 10 min. Director: Julie Dash. With: Linda Martina Young. Restored by Indie Collect in collaboration with the UCLA Film & Television Archive and Women Make Movies. La Raza: “Celebration” U.S., 1974 “For la raza, we live to celebrate life,” declares host Ricardo Montalbán at the start of this episode, which captures the vibrancy of Mexican American celebrations and cultural traditions. Part of the six-episode McGraw Hill public affairs series La Raza that aired in 1974, it is directed by husband-and-wife UCLA Ethno-Communications alumni Moctesuma Esparza and Esperanza Vasquez. Blending Montalbán’s classic charm with intimate footage of community gatherings and dazzling musical performances, the episode foregrounds the richness of la vida and delivers an affirming portrait of a people too often overlooked or stereotyped on screen.—Public Programmer Beandrea July DCP, color, 53 min. Directors: Moctesuma Esparza, Esperanza Vasquez. With: Ricardo Montalbán. Cruisin’ J Town U.S., 1975 Directed by Duane Kubo, who earned a UCLA bachelor’s degree in astronomy and astrophysics in 1974, this short documentary explores the roots of the popular jazz fusion band Hiroshima in Los Angeles’ pre-redevelopment Little Tokyo. The group members discuss the sociological, political and cultural pulse of the early 1970s while reflecting on influences in Asian American music.—guest programmer Josslyn Luckett DCP, color, 26 min. Director: Duane Kubo. Cycles U.S., 1989 This exuberant experimental drama follows Rasheeda Allen as she anxiously awaits her overdue period. Blending live action with animation, filmmaker Zeinabu irene Davis draws on Caribbean folklore to craft a film language rooted in African American women’s experiences. As Rasheeda cleans her home and performs purification rituals, a layered soundtrack of African and diasporic music, including artists like Miriam Makeba and Clora Bryant, deepens the film’s sensory world. Hailed as “a brilliantly innovative reflection on Black womanhood” by the Los Angeles Times, Davis’ bold imagination shines.—Public Programmer Beandrea July DCP, b&w, 17 min. Director/Screenwriter: Zeinabu irene Davis. Part of: Toward a More Perfect Rebellion: Multiracial Student Activism at UCLA
Toward a More Perfect Rebellion: Multiracial Student Activism at UCLA
Sat 10/18 • 7:30PM PDT
Billy Wilder Theater in the Hammer Museum • Los Angeles CA
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.
Sunday October 19
Beyond the Era of the Witness: 80 Years Later, Passing the Lessons Forward
Sat 10/18 - Sun 10/19
UCLA University Club & Royce Hall
For more information, contact yanai.initiative@humnet.ucla.edu
Welcome to the City - Westside Bruins Fall Hike
Sun 10/19 • 8:30AM PDT
Kenter Trailhead • Los Angeles CA
Join us for our fall hike on the Kenter trail. The hike will have with spectacular views of the Santa Monica mountains and the Santa Monica Bay. It's in and out so those who want a shorter hike can turn around when we get to Mountain Gate for about a 4 mile hike and the rest of us will continue on for a longer hike to Mulholland for around 7/7.5 miles. Please also bring water, snacks, and sun protection as you will need.
Television Landmarks: An Evening With Fred Astaire (1958) and Another Evening With Fred Astaire (195
Sun 10/19 • 7PM PDT
Billy Wilder Theater
Presented by the UCLA Film & Television Archive and made possible by the John H. Mitchell Television Programming Endowment Part of: Archive Television Treasures In-person: Introduction by former Television Archivist Dan Einstein. Q&A with dancer and actor Barrie Chase. Admission is free. No advance reservations. Your seat will be assigned to you when you pick up your ticket at the box office. Seats are assigned on a first come, first served basis. The box office opens one hour before the event. On October 17, 1958, the supreme talents of Fred Astaire leapt off of small screens across the United States in living color on NBC. Executive produced by Astaire, the innovative An Evening With Fred Astaire represents a creative zenith and technical milestone as one of the earliest television specials utilizing color videotape. Serving as a showcase for the peerless dancing that made Astaire a beloved international star, the critically acclaimed TV special was honored with nine Emmy Awards across artistic and technical categories along with a Peabody Award. Notably, the program paired maestro Astaire with Barrie Chase, an extremely gifted dancer of athleticism and grace whom Astaire would later name as one of his favorite dance partners in his legendary career. In 1987, An Evening With Fred Astaire enjoyed further accolades as the UCLA Film & Television Archive presented the special to new audiences following an arduous restoration process of the original 2 in. color videotape masters. The technically challenging preservation project garnered engineers Ed Reitan and Don Kent, Television Archivist Dan Einstein and the Archive technical Emmy Awards. Virtually unseen since airing on the Disney Channel in 1987, join us for a rare screening of the television landmark An Evening With Fred Astaire and its masterful follow-up Another Evening With Fred Astaire (1959). In between episodes there will be a Q&A with dancer and actor Barrie Chase, co-star of the Fred Astaire specials, moderated by Maya Montañez Smukler, Archive Research and Study Center Officer. Introduction by former UCLA Television Archivist Dan Einstein. Program notes by Mark Quigley, John H. Mitchell Television Curator. An Evening With Fred Astaire U.S., 10/17/1958 In this first of four groundbreaking color specials starring Fred Astaire broadcast by NBC between 1958 and 1968, program executive producer and star Astaire, and his new dance partner Barrie Chase, set the small screen ablaze to unprecedented critical acclaim. Highlights include “Change Partners” with a luminous Astaire and Chase and the jazz stylings of Jonah Jones and his Quartet. DCP, color, 60 min. NBC. Production: Ava Productions, in association with the NBC Television Network. Executive Producer: Fred Astaire. Producer: Bud Yorkin. Director: Bud Yorkin. With: Fred Astaire, Barrie Chase, Jonah Jones Quartet. Preserved by the UCLA Film & Television Archive (Dan Einstein), Don Kent, Ed Reitan Jr. Another Evening With Fred Astaire U.S., 11/4/1959 Also produced and directed by the great Bud Yorkin, this electric follow-up reunited the award-winning creative team from Astaire’s acclaimed first special, including indispensable stars Barrie Chase and the Jonah Jones Quartet. Joining the living color festivities are Astaire’s favorite drummer Alvin Stoller and The Bill Thompson Singers. DCP, color, 60 min. NBC. Production: Ava Productions. Executive Producer: Fred Astaire. Producer: Bud Yorkin. Director: Bud Yorkin. With: Fred Astaire, Barrie Chase, Jonah Jones Quartet. Preserved by the UCLA Film & Television Archive (Dan Einstein), Don Kent, Ed Reitan Jr. UCLA would like to express its sincere gratitude to Mrs. Fred Astaire for the privilege of presenting these two nostalgic Fred Astaire Specials. An Evening With Fred Astaire Copyright © 1958 Mrs. Fred Astaire. Another Evening With Fred Astaire Copyright © 1959 Mrs. Fred Astaire.
Monday October 20
1:1 Drop-ins with RISE
Mon 10/20 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE Health and Wellbeing Coordinator! 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.
Fireside Chat - Therapists Spill the Tea on Paths to Their Career
Mon 10/20 • 3PM - 4PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Thinking about a career in therapy, but not sure what the path looks like? You're not alone; join us as we spill the tea.
CRPxRISE Workshop: Intro to Mental Health & Resilience Resources
Mon 10/20 • 4PM - 5PM PDT RSVP
SAC Conference Rooms 2-3
We're excited to be partnering with the RISE Center to host our Intro to Mental Health and Resilience Resources Workshop that introduces students to campus mental health services and support systems on Monday, October 20th from 4:00–5:00pm in SAC Conference Rooms 2–3. This is a great opportunity to learn about the resources available to support your well-being and resilience throughout the year. Light dinner will be provided! RSVP by Wednesday, October 15th to be counted for food.
Tuesday October 21
10 + 10 Pop-Up Series: How are Students Using AI?
Tue 10/21 • 10AM - 10:20AM PDT RSVP
Join us as we explore data from the 2025 Senior Survey on how students are using AI, and take part in a discussion on ways we, as educators, can help guide students on developing AI literacy. Presenters: Elena Peterson and Wonki Lee, Assessment of Student and Instructor Experience, TLC. #generativeai, #howarestudentsusingai, #aiinlearning Each academic quarter, the UCLA Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) hosts a weekly series of 10+10 Pop-Up sessions on Zoom. These brief, 10-minute presentations focus on specific topics related to course design, teaching, learning, and assessment, and are led by instructional designers and developers from TLC and campus partners. The “+10” refers to an optional 10-minute discussion following each presentation, where participants can ask questions and share insights. These sessions are open to all UCLA instructors—including faculty, lecturers, instructors of record, graduate student instructors, and postdoctoral scholars. Please direct any inquiries to edp@teaching.ucla.edu.
Ballot Breakdown: Prop 50 & California's Statewide Special Election
Tue 10/21 • 12PM - 1PM PDT RSVP
Join UCLA's Civic Learning and Democratic Engagement (CLDE) Network and the League of Women Voters of Greater Los Angeles for a nonpartisan virtual event to help you prepare for California’s upcoming Statewide Special Election. We’ll break down the Pros and Cons of Proposition 50, provide key election dates and information, and answer your questions so you can head into the voting period with confidence. This event is open to all members of the UCLA community, and the Zoom link will be provided via email to those who RSVP.
Curator Talk: Coins Ritual and Cultural Exchange in Africa
Tue 10/21 • 12:30PM - 1:30PM PDT RSVP
What stories do coins carry beyond their economic value? In this online program, Ex-Change co-curator Carlee S. Forbes is joined by Professor Andrew Apter of UCLA Departments of History and Anthropology for a conversation about the role of coins, tokens, and counters in African cultural and ritual systems. Drawing on the Fowler’s African collections and Apter’s scholarship on Yoruba ritual economies, the discussion will explore coins as conduits of memory, belief, and power. These objects transcend monetary function as they participate in spiritual, aesthetic, and historical narratives. Together, Forbes and Apter will consider how these small, everyday forms reflect vast networks of exchange, colonial histories, and symbolic meanings across time.
Getting Started with Overleaf
Tue 10/21 • 1PM - 2PM PDT RSVP
This workshop will introduce the basics of Overleaf, from creating an account to navigating the functionality and getting started with editing. This workshop will be offered via Zoom. If you're registered, you'll receive the Zoom invitation information the day of the workshop. Instructors: Jason Burton, Director, Sciences User Engagement Shelby Hallman, Physical Science and Engineering Librarian
On the Unreasonable Ineffectiveness of Mathematics in Psychology
Tue 10/21 • 1PM - 2:30PM PDT RSVP
Charles E. Young Research Library (YRL)
Presented by the UCLA Library and the Jacob Marschak Interdisciplinary Colloquium on Mathematics in the Behavioral Sciences Speaker: Colin Allen, Distinguished Professor in the department of philosophy at the University of California, Santa Barbara Drawing on interviews and other work that is being done for a book about the history and philosophy of "mathematical psychology,” Colin Allen will characterize mathematical psychologists as a self-identified community within psychology, united by their approach to mathematical modeling, mentoring lineages and institutional structures such as a journal, and societies on three continents organizing conferences and summer schools. Mathematical psychologists have recently been vocal about the need for psychology to move in a more mathematical direction, inspired partly by the so-called “replication crisis” which many of them believe is actually a “theory crisis.” In this talk, Allen will at the arguments of three prominent mathematical psychologists and argue that while mathematical psychology does not lack small “t” theories, it has been arguably less successful in formulating big “T" Theories that have the kind of scope, generality, and predictive power that led Wigner to write of the unreasonable effectiveness of mathematics in physics. This talk is offered both in person and online. Light refreshments will be served.
1:1 Drop-ins with RISE
Tue 10/21 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE Health and Wellbeing Coordinator! 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 Virtual Drop-ins
Tue 10/21 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
Got a quick question about your finances? Pop in to chat with one of our team member--no prep, no pressure, just practical answers to help you feel more confident with money.
Movement and Meditation
Tue 10/21 • 1:15PM - 2PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Beginner-friendly stretching and meditation with UCLA Rec Instructor Binny. All equipment provided (yoga mats, blocks).
New York Tri-State: NYC Bruins - Fall Alumni Mixer
Tue 10/21 • 3PM PDT
Waiting on a Friend • New York NY
Embrace autumn and meet fellow Bruins at our fall quarterly alumni mixer! Catch up with old friends and grow your NYC network while supporting a Bruin-owned cocktail bar in East Village.
Assignments and Grading for TAs
Tue 10/21 • 3PM - 4PM PDT
Colors and Connection
Tue 10/21 • 4PM - 5PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Come join RISE for a free, one-hour workshop from Project UnLonely that bridges creative expression with meaningful connection-building!
You Belong at UCLA
Tue 10/21 • 5PM - 6PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Explore your sense of belonging and foster connection, self-awareness, and community.
Global Health LLC: Mentorship Matchup
Tue 10/21 • 5PM - 7PM PDT
De Neve Plaza Room
The Global Health Mentorship Matchup is where we invite both mentors and mentees to guide students along the pre-med journey and encourage free discussions as well as an informational period of time!
Plant It and They Will Come: Supporting California's 1,600 Native Bees
Tue 10/21 • 7:30PM PDT
Join National Geographic Explorer Krystle Hickman for a captivating talk on California’s native bee species and the plants they thrive on. California hosts over 1,600 native bee species, making it one of the world's most biodiverse regions. But our native bees—as distinct from honey bees—risk extinction from climate change and habitat loss. In her new book, The ABCs of California’s Native Bees, Hickman describes 26 critical bee species—from the Agile Longhorn Bee to the Zone-tailed Banded-Mining Bee—through stunning photography and expert insights on identification, habitats, and conservation. A conversation with Michelle Fullner, host of the popular Golden State Naturalist podcast, and a book signing follows the talk.
Wednesday October 22
Enoughness in the Age of Comparison
Wed 10/22 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Zoom
What does “enough” look like in your life—and who gets to decide? In a world that constantly pushes us to do, earn, and be more, this webinar invites you to pause and reflect. Join a panel of UC alumni and financial wellness experts for a meaningful conversation about redefining financial success—not as accumulation, but as alignment with your personal values. Discover practical strategies for building a life of sufficiency, intention, and peace of mind.
Lunchtime Art Talk on Widline Cadet
Wed 10/22 • 12:30PM PDT
The Hammer's curatorial department leads free, insightful, short discussions about artists every Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. This talk on Made in L.A. 2025 artist Widline Cadet is led by curatorial assistant Juan Manuel Silverio. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/cadet-arttalk
How to Publish Open Access for Little to No Cost
Wed 10/22 • 1PM - 2PM PDT RSVP
Are you interested in publishing your scholarly writing so that anyone can read it? Would you like to make your work accessible to the greater research community? Publishing open access is a great option but it can be expensive for authors. Don’t let expensive APC’s (article processing charges) get in your way. The Library can help! Through UC agreements with scholarly publishers, the Library can cover most, if not all, of your publishing costs. From covering your APC to hosting your article in the University’s institutional scholarly repository, the Library can assist in finding ways to share your research openly and inexpensively. This workshop will be offered via Zoom. If you're registered, you'll receive the Zoom invitation information the day of the workshop. Instructors: Gissel Rios, Open Science and Collections Librarian Hannah Sutherland, Open Science and Collections Librarian
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Undergraduate Virtual Drop-ins
Wed 10/22 • 1PM - 2PM PDT
Got a quick question about your finances? Pop in to chat with one of our team member--no prep, no pressure, just practical answers to help you feel more confident with money.
1:1 Drop-ins with RISE
Wed 10/22 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE Health and Wellbeing Coordinator! 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.
Games Pop-Up
Wed 10/22 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
Science and Engineering Library, Boelter Learning Commons
Join UCLA Library for a games pop-up in the Boelter Learning Commons. Drop by to play board games, make personalized buttons and check out our collections! Games are a great way to meet and make connections with fellow Bruins, especially for those new to campus. We'll have staff available to help facilitate the games and all levels of experience are welcome.
Books & Bonding
Wed 10/22 • 4PM - 5PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Love books? Care about mental health? Crave good convos with great people? You’re in the right place! Books and Bonding is a weekly club that meets to discuss ideas around various mental health topics and create a community of resilient Bruins.
Convocation: Celebration of Black Life at UCLA supported by the UCLA Black Alumni Association
Wed 10/22 • 5PM PDT
UCLA , Covel Commons Grand Horizon Room • Los Angeles CA
Join fellow Bruins for an unforgettable evening honoring the rich heritage, achievements, and contributions of Black alumni and students at UCLA. Experience inspiring stories, live entertainment, cultural performances, networking opportunities, and a celebration of the vibrant Black community that makes UCLA stronger. Open to all UCLA community members. Featured Highlights \- Live musical performances by UCLA alumni artists \- Curated dinner featuring dishes from the African diaspora \- Networking with alumni, faculty, staff, and student
Annual Convocation - CELEBRATING BLACK LIFE at UCLA
Wed 10/22 • 5PM - 7PM PDT RSVP
UCLA Covel Commons
The Annual Convocation is designed to welcome UCLA students (both new and recurring) to the start of the Fall Quarter.
Fowler Out Loud: Ella Gibson
Wed 10/22 • 6PM - 7PM PDT RSVP
Fowler Museum
Join us for a special Fowler Out Loud performance by UCLA third-year singer-songwriter Ella Gibson, whose soulful indie folk-pop sound and emotionally resonant lyrics have made her a standout voice on campus. A music industry major, Gibson draws inspiration from artists like Phoebe Bridgers, Lizzy McAlpine, and Taylor Swift, blending introspective storytelling with acoustic-driven melodies. Gibson recently won Best Overall Act and the Bruin Choice Award at Spring Sing 2025 for her original song Patch; she continues to gain recognition for her heartfelt performances and raw, expressive songwriting. At the Fowler, she’ll share acoustic versions of her original music, inviting listeners into her creative journey of growth, uncertainty, and self-discovery. Fowler Out Loud is an evening concert series that invites UCLA students from various disciplines to perform at the museum.