Illustration by Julie Phan, Class of 2025
Today
UCLA Recreation Holly Jolly Play Days
Mon 11/17 RSVP
Sprinkle more CONNECTION, PLAY & GOOD HEALTH into your holiday season! The FUN starts on Monday 11/17/25! Enjoy four weeks of in-person & online activities and receive weekly emails with healthy holiday resources. Chance to win raffle prizes. Those who register will be invited to the "2025 UC Snow Wonder" 4-week UC-wide app-based wellness challenge.* *Spots are limited. Exclusively for UCLA staff and faculty.
1:1 Drop-ins with RISE
Mon 11/17 • 1PM - 3PM PST
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.
CRPxBUSxHCI Gardens: Seeds of Intention Gardening Workshop
Mon 11/17 • 2:30PM - 4PM PST RSVP
Sunset Recreation HCI Garden
Join us on Monday, November 17th from 2:30-4pm at the Sunset Recreation Garden for the Seeds of Intention Workshop, a healing and reflective community gathering. In collaboration with Bruin Underground Scholars and HCI Gardens, we’ll connect through the grounding practice of gardening nurturing both the soil and our personal growth. This event centers and uplifts students who are justice-impacted, in recovery, or impacted by addiction, providing a space for healing, connection, and reflection. Participants will have the opportunity to plant seeds symbolizing their intentions for the year ahead and share brief stories of resilience, growth, and renewal. Light meal provided! What is the HCI Garden? In partnership with the Semel Healthy Campus Initiative Center at UCLA, envisioned and supported by Jane and Terry Semel, the jane b semel Healthy Campus Initiative Community Garden provides an on-campus space for the UCLA community to grow healthy food and foster education of urban gardening practices. Important: If you do not RSVP by November 10th, you are still welcome to attend the event. However, please make sure to bring your Bruin Card for admission. All currently enrolled UCLA students have access to the Sunset Recreation Center with their Bruin Card.
DIY Sacred Space: Ancestral Altar Workshop
Mon 11/17 • 4PM - 5PM PST
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Join us for an interactive workshop exploring the healing power of ancestral wisdom through altar-making.
Tomorrow
10 + 10 Pop-Up Series: Streamlining Course Resources: Utilizing Free Library Reserves with Leganto
Tue 11/18 • 10AM - 10:20AM PST RSVP
This session will introduce you to Leganto (the "Course Reading List" tool) in Bruin Learn to request course reserves from UCLA Library. Please join us to learn how the Library can support your class by providing free access to required and recommended course texts to your students. Presenter: Emilie Eshbaugh, Access Services Reserves Lead, UCLA Library. #bruinlearn, #leganto, #coursereadinglist, #freeaccess, #accessibletext 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.
URC-Sciences Office Hours with a Program Representative
Tue 11/18 • 11AM - 12PM PST
2121 Life Sciences Building
Have specific questions about your research journey? Join the Undergraduate Research Center for the Sciences for office hours with one of program representatives.
1:1 Drop-ins with RISE
Tue 11/18 • 1PM - 3PM PST
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.
Movement and Meditation
Tue 11/18 • 1:15PM - 2PM PST
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Beginner-friendly stretching and meditation with UCLA Rec Instructor Binny. All equipment provided (yoga mats, blocks).
Suicide Safe Training for Students
Tue 11/18 • 2:30PM - 4:30PM PST RSVP
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
This suicide prevention training includes step-by-step techniques to help a student at risk, life-promoting skills, and community resources. This training is appropriate for all members of the UCLA community, including campus partners, staff, faculty, and students who wish to better understand suicide and assist with its prevention outside of mental health settings.
Self-Care as a Journey: Mission-Driven Approaches to Navigating Mental Health
Tue 11/18 • 3PM - 4PM PST RSVP
Charles E. Young Research Library (YRL), Room 21570
Please join us for the "Self-Care as a Journey: Mission-Driven Approaches to Navigating Mental Health" workshop on Tuesday, November 18, 3pm-4pm in Charles E. Young Research Library (YRL), Room 21570. This workshop delivers evidence-based strategies from the field of psychology for deepening resilience, cultivating belongingness, and affirming purpose in one’s teaching and research. Rooted in frameworks of authentic storytelling, this training is designed for instructors seeking strategies to prevent burnout and restore their capacity for engaged, compassionate teaching. From improving interpersonal effectiveness to mitigating stressors, these skills will help instructors reflect on their unique journeys and lived experiences, with the aim of aligning their professional practices with their personal values and mission. Facilitated by Drea Letamendi, Ph.D., Director of UCLA CAPS Compassionate Response Program (CORE). This workshop is open to any faculty, including professors, lecturers, and adjunct instructors. Please contact edp@teaching.ucla.edu if you have any questions.
First To Go Study Abroad
Tue 11/18 • 6PM - 7PM PST RSVP
Covel South Bay
Join us for an informative session designed specifically for first-generation undergraduate and graduate students. Learn how to earn academic credit while engaging in global learning experiences, and get detailed guidance on scholarships, financial aid, and strategies for making international study both affordable and achievable. Food will be provided.
Room Swap Night - Hill (Week 8)
Tue 11/18 • 6PM - 8PM PST
Carnesale Hermosa
An opportunity for residents interested in swapping rooms to meet with other residents who are also interested in moving.
First To Serve Abroad
Tue 11/18 • 7PM - 7:30PM PST RSVP
Covel South Bay
Join us for an informational session on the Peace Corps and what it means to serve communities around the globe.
Lynn Hershman Leeson: Private I
Tue 11/18 • 7:30PM PST
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Pioneering conceptual artist Lynn Hershman Leeson has spent six decades exploring technology, identity, and surveillance with prophetic vision. Long before digital avatars became commonplace, she created groundbreaking works like interactive touch screen installations and the Roberta Breitmore series, inhabiting a fictional alter ego with IRL credentials. Her prescient art warned of technology’s perils while celebrating transformation. From unconventional venues to acclaimed films starring Tilda Swinton, she carved her path as a visionary who foresaw our hyper-connected world. Join Leeson and art historian Margot Norton for an evening of video screenings and insights into a revolutionary career and her new book Private I.
Wednesday November 19
Introduction to Document Accessibility (Hosted by Disabilities and Computing Program)
Wed 11/19 • 11AM - 12PM PST RSVP
This event is hosted by our partner Disabilities and Computing Program This session provides an introduction to creating accessible documents in Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and PDFs. Participants will learn the fundamentals of digital accessibility, including how to use proper heading structure, write effective alt-text for images, create descriptive links, and ensure sufficient color contrast. The training will also demonstrate how to use built-in and automated accessibility checkers to identify and correct common issues. By the end of the session, attendees will have practical tools to make their documents more inclusive and compliant with accessibility standards.
2nd Act Presents: Ask A Career Coach, How to Ace the Interview After 50
Wed 11/19 • 12PM PST
Zoom
Haven’t interviewed in years? You’re not alone. The job market has changed—but your experience, skills, and story still matter. Join our career coach, Emily Baxt '92, for a practical and empowering session designed for professionals 50+ who are ready to land their next opportunity with confidence.
Colors & Connection for Staff
Wed 11/19 • 12PM - 1PM PST RSVP
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!
Fall English Language Circle
Wed 11/19 • 12PM - 1PM PST RSVP
https://sa.ucla.edu/dcissapps/Event/EventDetails/25F-PR-13/f25-elc-nov19
Are you looking for a safe and supportive space to practice your English conversation skills? Check out Dashew Center's English Language Circle (ELC)! Here you will have an opportunity to practice your English with other language learners.
Choosing a Citation Manager: EndNote vs. Zotero
Wed 11/19 • 1PM - 2PM PST RSVP
Using a citation manager adds ease and efficiency to conducting research and writing papers, but what citation manager is the best for you? We’ll describe the pros and cons of EndNote and Zotero to help you decide between them! This workshop will be offered via Zoom. If you're registered, you'll receive the Zoom invitation information the day of the workshop. Instructors: Molly Hemphill, Medical Education Librarian Robert Johnson, Clinical and Research Support Librarian
1:1 Drop-ins with RISE
Wed 11/19 • 1PM - 3PM PST
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.
Assignments and Grading for TAs
Wed 11/19 • 2PM - 3PM PST
FALL OPT WEBINAR (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 11/19 • 2PM - 3PM PST
UCLA F-1 visa students, do you want to know more about off-campus employment authorization? Join us on one of our weekly OPT webinars hosted by the Dashew Center staff to learn more!
URC-Sciences Office Hours with Associate Director, Dr. David Gray
Wed 11/19 • 2PM - 3PM PST
Life Sciences Building, Room 2120
Have specific questions about your research journey? Join the Undergraduate Research Center for the Sciences for office hours with one of our directors.
Explaining Complex Concepts Effectively in Your Teaching
Wed 11/19 • 3PM - 4PM PST RSVP
Powell 190
This event is designed for international graduate students and postdocs as part of International Education Week. This interactive workshop will equip instructors with strategies to communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively in their courses. Participants will address the unique challenges international instructors face, as well as learn practical techniques for breaking down difficult material. Leave with a concrete action plan and renewed confidence in your teaching. No prior teaching experience is required. Light refreshments will be served.
Books & Bonding
Wed 11/19 • 4PM - 5PM PST
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.
Creating Effective Figures and Visual Aids for Conference Presentations and Publications
Wed 11/19 • 4PM - 5PM PST RSVP
This workshop focuses on strategies for designing effective figures and visual materials for conference presentations, publications, and other contexts. The workshop will also introduce different software packages that can be used to create high-quality figures, and offer further resources for learning these programs.
Queer Creative Writing Space
Wed 11/19 • 4PM - 5:30PM PST RSVP
LGBTQ Campus Resource Center
The Queer Creative Writing Space meets bi-weekly during the academic year. This space is for writers of all backgrounds and experience levels who would like to stretch their creative writing muscles and meet other writers!
Scotland's Gutenberg: William Ged and the Invention of Stereotype Printing 1725-49
Wed 11/19 • 4PM - 5:30PM PST
UCLA William Andrews Clark Memorial Library & via Livestream
Twentieth Kenneth Karmiole Lecture on the History of the Book Trade, Lecture by William Zachs, Director of the Blackie House Library and Museum. In this lecture, William Zachs outlines the origins of stereotype printing (print production from metal plates rather than moveable type), then turns his focus to the “non-moveable type” productions of Edinburgh goldsmith William Ged (c. 1683–1749). Taking a forensic look at Ged’s few known works, Zachs hypothesizes the existence of a group of previously unknown stereotyped books, thus offering a revised history of alternative methods of book production in Britain in the first half of the 18th century.
Community Garden: Returning To Our Roots
Wed 11/19 • 5PM - 7PM PST RSVP
580 Cafe
Join us for a transformative 4-session series rooted in mindfulness, ancestral teachings, and land-based knowledge. Hosted by Bruin Underground Scholars, Green Arrow Co-Lab, and 580 Café, each session will take the form of a talking circle paired with hands-on experiences designed to deepen our connection to the land and to one another. Guided by Indigenous perspectives, each circle will explore one of the Four Directions North, South, East, and West through storytelling, cultural sharing, and reflections on our relationships with the Earth. Gardening Experience: Each session will include a hands-on gardening component, where participants can engage directly with the land through planting, tending, and harvesting activities. This immersive practice provides an opportunity to cultivate both plants and a deeper connection to the natural world. Enjoy food history demonstrations curated by The People’s Café, highlighting ancestral foodways and community nourishment.
#Undergraduate #GraduateProfessional #FacultyStaff #Cultural #Multicultural
Room Swap Night - UAN (Week 8)
Wed 11/19 • 6PM - 8PM PST
Weyburn Commons Village View
An opportunity for residents interested in swapping rooms to meet with other residents who are also interested in moving.
Interfaith: Hill's Food 4 Thought
Wed 11/19 • 6PM - 8:30PM PST
The Interfaith LLC’s “Food 4 Thought” is a reflective event that invites participants to explore and discuss a variety of topics related to religion and spirituality.
Orange County Network: Book Club
Wed 11/19 • 6:30PM PST
Zoom
Join the Orange County Network for our monthly book club! This month, we will discuss Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. Newcomers are always welcome!
Thursday November 20
Office Closed for an All Staff Meeting
Thu 11/20
A129 Murphy Hall
UCLA Financial Aid and Scholarships will be closed Thursday, November 20, 2025 for an All Staff Meeting. We will resume regular operating hours on Friday, November 21, 2025.
Calm in the Chaos: SwD Wellness Network Series
Thu 11/20 • 11AM - 12:30PM PST RSVP
Grab your lunch and join us on zoom to engage in conversation about relationships and family. Lean on community as you navigate parenting and your academic journey.
Reflect with RISE: Sound Session
Thu 11/20 • 11AM - 11:30PM PST
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.
Bruin Professionals Silicon Beach Chapter Meeting
Thu 11/20 • 11:30AM PST
Santa Monica • CA United States
Join BP Silicon Beach for their November Chapter Meeting! Leaders who Respond: Every leader faces seasons that feel full. Too much change, too many demands, and not enough time. This session equips leaders to respond rather than react, focus on what matters most, and lead from identity and strength instead of exhaustion.
BruinTech Fall Social
Thu 11/20 • 12PM - 1:30PM PST
Untitled Space, Broad Art Center
Take a break from your screen and spend your lunch with fellow UCLA IT professionals! Join us for great conversation, light networking, and a few fun surprises along the way. Bring your lunch — we’ll have drinks and cookies ready for you. It’s the perfect mid-day pick-me-up and a chance to connect with the brilliant tech minds that keep UCLA running. When: Thursday, November 20, 12:00–1:30 PM Where: Untitled Space, Broad Art Center — a creative, inspiring spot that’s as innovative as the people who fill it. We can’t wait to see you there!
Unbound Voices Zine Making Workshop
Thu 11/20 • 12PM - 2PM PST RSVP
RISE Center
Join RISE, BUS, and First To Go for a creative space to share your story through art and writing. Express your voice, connect with the community, and create your own zine.
#Undergraduate #GraduateProfessional #FacultyStaff #Health #StressRelief
Bruin Love Station
Thu 11/20 • 12PM - 3PM PST
Intramural Field Southeast Gates
The Bruin Love Station (BLS) is mobile cart that offers free safer-sex supplies, Narcan, fentanyl test strips and opportunities for students to converse with trained peers and professional staff. Students are free to stop by to pick up any of our supplies
SwD Virtual Career Drop-Ins (11/20)
Thu 11/20 • 12:30PM - 1:30PM PST
Join the Career Center on zoom for bi-weekly drop-ins! Sessions can cover resume/cover letter development and review, help with job/internship search, or interview preparation. Open for both Undergrad, Grad, and Post Doc SwDs
Assisting Distressed Student Trainings for Staff
Thu 11/20 • 1PM - 2PM PST RSVP
Faculty, TAs, student leaders, and staff members play a critical role in a student's university experience and are in a position to notice and respond when a student is in distress. This presentation will help participants understand how to identify students in need of assistance; what resources are available to students; how to approach students in distress and assist them in getting connected with resources; emergency procedures; and how to reach professional staff for consultation regarding distressed or distressing students. This training can be co-presented with Case Management Services and was co-created with CAPS/RISE & Case Management Services. Please RSVP for the zoom link.
Using AI Tools Effectively and Ethically
Thu 11/20 • 1PM - 2PM PST RSVP
Powell 320 (CLICC Classroom C)
UCLA students, faculty and staff are invited to register for this hands-on workshop exploring the ethical and practical uses of generative A.I. tools. Led by UCLA Library staff, this 90 minute workshop will focus on writing effective prompts, evaluating A.I.’s ability to understand and summarize academic writing and explore ways to use A.I. tools to improve research strategies, while keeping issues of plagiarism, intellectual property protection and other impacts of A.I. in mind. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own or borrow a CLICC laptop or Chromebook(opens in a new tab) to follow along with workshop activities. This workshop will be led by Michelle Brasseur and Helen Song.
#Undergraduate #GraduateProfessional #FacultyStaff #Educational #Research
1:1 Drop-ins with RISE
Thu 11/20 • 1PM - 3PM PST
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.
Preparing to Teach: Efficient Grading (Online workshop)
Thu 11/20 • 3PM - 4PM PST RSVP
Worried about your grading load this quarter? Join us for a workshop centered on time-saving strategies for grading many students. Along with a walkthrough of how to leverage tools such as comment libraries, rubrics, and automated grading, we will discuss the differences between assessment and grading, as well as how you can establish feedback loops with your class without having to give detailed comments on every piece of student work. Participants will leave this session prepared to integrate a new strategy or tool into their course and having had the opportunity to troubleshoot and brainstorm with colleagues. This online workshop will be facilitated by the Teaching and Learning Center (TLC). All instructors, including TAs and postdocs, are welcome. The event will be held on Thursday, November 20, 2025, 3pm-4pm. Please register to receive the Zoom link. Please contact edp@teaching.ucla.edu if you have any questions.
Mentoring in the Advisor-Advisee Relationship
Thu 11/20 • 4:30PM - 5:30PM PST
You'll Learn: 1. Defining Mentorship 2. Clarifying Expectations 3. Having Difficult Conversations with your Advisor
CCNC Game Night Social
Thu 11/20 • 5PM - 6:30PM PST RSVP
UCLA School of Nursing Factor Auditorium 3-648
Take a break and recharge with us! We’ll have snacks, games, and a cozy space to meet new members and relax together.
#Undergraduate #GraduateProfessional #Social #GeneralMeeting
Trans Day of Remembrance Community Trip
Thu 11/20 • 5PM - 10PM PST RSVP
Los Angeles LGBT Center
The UCLA LGBTQ CRC invites you to a community trip to the Los Angeles LGBT Center for their annual Trans Day of Remembrance vigil. Come join the LA community on November 20th in remembering those who have died from anti-transgender violence. Free transportation from campus for those who need it will be provided by the CRC, and meeting location will be shared with all RSVP'd attendees. RSVP required.
San Diego: 3rd Annual Rivalry Week Game Show: UCLA vs USC Edition!
Thu 11/20 • 6PM PST
New English Brewing San Diego / Sorrento Valley Creative Center • San Diego CA
Calling all UCLA Alumni and friends! It's time for the ultimate showdown at our 3rd Annual Rivalry Week Game Show: UCLA vs USC Edition! Join us for an epic evening of fast-paced, high-energy competition inspired by your favorite TV game shows. Battle through multiple rounds of UCLA- and USC-themed challenges and prove once and for all why the Bruins reign supreme! What's Included: One draft drink on us to fuel your competitive spirit and delicious food is available for purchase from Craft Tacos (just steps away!) The ultimate prize: BRAGGING RIGHTS for the entire year! Bring Everyone! This isn't just for Alumni—invite your friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors! Whether they bleed blue and gold or just love a good game night, everyone's welcome to join the fun. Dust off your best Bruin gear, rally your crew, and bring your A-game! It's going to be an unforgettable night of laughter, friendly competition, and pure UCLA spirit. See you there! #GoBruins
Alumni Association Appreciation Day: UCLA Women's Volleyball vs. Illinois
Thu 11/20 • 7PM PST
Pauley Pavilion Presented by Wescom • Los Angeles CA
UCLA Athletics and the UCLA Alumni Association are proud to invite all alumni to this Alumni Association Appreciation Day. Click the "RSVP" link to purchase a discounted ticket and watch the Bruins take on Illinois, Nov. 20 at 7 p.m.! Use Promo Code **WVBALUMNI25** at checkout. Go Bruins! * * * Join us for alumni appreciation days at select UCLA sporting events! All UCLA alumni are invited to attend the selected events below at a discounted rate by using the corresponding promo codes on our ticket website or visiting the venue's ticket window on event days. Alumni Appreciation tickets are 50% off and you can receive up to 8 discounted tickets! Any UCLA alumni is eligible for this offer by mentioning it to our venue Box Office staff! Alumni are also encouraged to bring their UCLA Alumni Association Member ID. If you do not have your member ID, **[follow these instructions](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zp-wpNOjyLdvvOhrO8XUCsJFOrRrtOa9/view)** to print one. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last on game day. For more information, [click here](https://uclabruins.com/sports/2020/7/1/ucla-Alumni-Association-tickets).
Men's Ice Hockey vs University of Southern California
Thu 11/20 • 9:30PM PST
The Cube, Santa Clarita
Friday November 21
Explore LA: Transit Trip (Collab with GSRC x GSA)
Fri 11/21 • 12PM - 3PM PST RSVP
Meet at Ackerman Turnaround (UCLA Bus terminal)
Join us for our Explore LA: Transit Trip! We will be taking a mini tour of Santa Monica using the transit system. The stops will include Santa Monica Pier, Third Street Promenade and many more!! The event is only for current enrolled graduate students at UCLA
1:1 Drop-ins with RISE
Fri 11/21 • 1PM - 3PM PST
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.
MIST Fall Quarter Show
Fri 11/21 • 5PM - 7PM PST
De Neve Auditorium
Come see a Magic Show on the Hill! This is the Fall Quarter Show, brought to you by the Magic and Illusion Student Team (MIST) at UCLA. See street magic, card tricks, stage performances, and more!
UCLA Latino Alumni Association Networking Mixer in Downey
Fri 11/21 • 5:30PM PST
Verdugos Steak House • Downey CA
Come mingle with like-minded individuals in a relaxed setting—whether you're looking to grow your network, reconnect with fellow Bruins, or learn more about how to get involved with ULAA, this is the perfect opportunity. You’ll meet professionals across industries, recent grads, and retired alumni—all looking to build community. Join fellow professionals at our Networking Mixer in Downey at Verdugos Steak House!
La Chinoise
Fri 11/21 • 7:30PM PST
Billy Wilder Theater at the Hammer Museum
In-person: Q&A with cartoonist and illustrator Nathan Gelgud and filmmaker Jean-Pierre Gorin. 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. La Chinoise France, 1967 A major influence on Nathan Gelgud’s book Reel Politik, Jean-Luc Godard’s La Chinoise follows a group of students who form a Maoist revolutionary group over their summer vacation. No lazy bunch, they start each day with calisthenics and slogans before a crowded schedule of Maoist lectures and discussions they lead themselves. Like the theater workers in Reel Politik, they learn revolution as they go. Boldly designed and obliquely stated, the film itself doubles as a catalog of its own political and aesthetic influences, with a regular stream of propaganda posters, comic books, news photos, book covers and slogans filling the frame like a cinematic syllabus for radical home schooling.—Senior Public Programmer Paul Malcolm DCP, color, in French with English subtitles, 96 min. Director/Screenwriter: Jean-Luc Godard. With: Anne Wiazemsky, Jean-Pierre Léaud, Juliet Berto. Part of: Reel Politik: Seizing the Means of Projection With Nathan Gelgud
Bruin Family Socials – Dubai, UAE
Fri 11/21 • 11PM - Sat 11/22 • 1AM PST
Urth Caffe - Dubai • Dubai CA United Arab Emirates
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 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!
Saturday November 22
Atlanta Alumni : UCLA Football Game Watch Party | vs Washington
Sat 11/22
Stats Brewpub • Atlanta GA
Join us as we cheer on the UCLA football team!
Bay Area Bruins: UCLA Football Game Watch Party | vs. Washington
Sat 11/22
Stadium Pub • Walnut Creek CA
Join us as we cheer on the UCLA football team!
Bay Area Bruins: UCLA Football Game Watch Party | vs. Washington
Sat 11/22
Underdogs Cantina • San Francisco CA
Join us as we cheer on the UCLA football team!
Orange County Alumni: UCLA Football Game Watch Party | vs. Washington
Sat 11/22
Sauced BBQ & Spirits • Irvine CA
Join us as we cheer on the UCLA football team!
Washington, D.C. Network: UCLA Football Game Watch Party | vs. Washington
Sat 11/22
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.
UCLA Latino Alumni Association Taquiza Tailgate
Sat 11/22 • 9:30AM PST
Rose Bowl Stadium • Pasadena CA
Tailgate with ULAA! !¡Ven a disfrutar de una taquiza increíble mientras apoyamos a UCLA en uno de los últimos juegos en el Rose Bowl! Join Latino Bruins for tacos, tunes, and Bruin spirit before UCLA takes on UW. This is likely one of the final home games at the historic Rose Bowl as UCLA eyes a move to SoFi in 2026. Come make a memory. ¡Ven a disfrutar de una taquiza increíble mientras apoyamos a UCLA en uno de los últimos juegos en el Rose Bowl! What to expect: Get ready to party with Latino Bruins at our Taquiza Tailgate. We will have a live taquero, music, community, and plenty of Bruin spirit. This game is special; with UCLA finalizing plans to move football to SoFi as early as 2026, this is likely one of the last chances to celebrate a UCLA home game at the Rose Bowl with our alumni family. Bring friends and meet new ones. Menu: Three tacos per guest (carne asada, al pastor, or chicken; vegetarian option available upon request) Sides: rice and beans Drinks: water and sodas, self-serve A taquero will be on site. Please bring cash if you would like to tip. Schedule: Check-in opens 3 hours before kickoff Food service begins shortly after check-in Group photo 1 hour before kickoff Break down and walk to gates 30 minutes before kickoff Important notes: Your ticket covers the tailgate only; game tickets and parking are not included. Please follow Rose Bowl policies, including the clear bag policy: https://www.rosebowlstadium.com/clear-bag-policy Refund policy: Tickets are transferable. Refunds available through Nov 18 at 11:59 PM; after that date we cannot guarantee refunds due to vendor commitments. Contact: Questions or group sales: latino@alumni.ucla.edu
Alumni Band: Performance at UCLA Football vs. Washington
Sat 11/22 • 12PM PST
Rose Bowl •
Alumni Band performance, time TBA
Sacred Lessons: A Bruin’s journey of intergenerational healing
Sat 11/22 • 6PM PST
Tepito Coffee • Pasadena
Join UCLA Alumni Diversity Programs & Initiatives (DPI) and the UCLA Latino Alumni Association (ULAA) for an intimate book talk event with Bruin author Mike de la Rocha ’00 at [Tepito Coffee](https://www.tepitocoffee.com/) in Pasadena. De la Rocha is the co-founder of [Revolve Impact](https://www.revolveimpact.com/)**,** an award-winning creative agency merging art and activism, and [Tepito Coffee](https://www.tepitocoffee.com/)**,** a social enterprise creating jobs for formerly incarcerated individuals in partnership with [Homeboy Industries](https://homeboyindustries.org/). Named one of GOOD Magazine’s top 100 people changing the world and recognized as a pioneering innovator by Stanford Social Innovation Review, Mike’s USA Today Bestselling memoir_,_ _Sacred Lessons: Teaching My Father How To Love_ (Regalo Press / Simon & Schuster), is a powerful reflection on masculinity, generational healing, and the courage it takes to transform. Come and enjoy a facilitated conversation and Q&A session with de la Rocha and build community with other Bruins over refreshments provided by [Homegirl Café](https://homeboyindustries.org/social-enterprises/cafe/).
The Best of Ralph Story's Los Angeles
Sat 11/22 • 7:30PM PST
Billy Wilder Theater at the Hammer Museum
Made possible by the John H. Mitchell Television Programming Endowment In-person: Joe Saltzman, Alison Martino. 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. Premiering in 1964 on CBS affiliate KNXT (now KCBS), Ralph Story’s Los Angeles (1964–69) remains one of the most fondly remembered series in L.A. television history (and one of the most requested items in the UCLA Film & Television Archive’s collections). Created by Dan Gingold (of KNXT's historic The Big News broadcast), the locally produced Ralph Story’s Los Angeles explored the history, personalities and landmarks of L.A. in one of the first newsmagazine-styled programs on television. Foregrounding the warm, wry personality of newsman and commentator Ralph Story, the local Emmy-winning series earned high television ratings, often outperforming network programs in prime time. In later years, the innovative series inspired an entire genre of popular local TV programs covering the unique landscape of Los Angeles, including Visiting With Huell Howser. Today, the surviving episodes of Ralph Story's Los Angeles represent an invaluable moving image archival record of an evolving L.A. as it stood at mid-century. Join us for a reprise of a specially curated best of Ralph Story’s Los Angeles omnibus, last presented a decade ago to a sold-out crowd at the Archive’s This Is the City symposium. Featuring excerpts and complete episodes documenting such iconic locales as Angels Flight, Clifton’s Cafeteria, Disneyland at night, Sunset Boulevard, the long lost landmarks Hollywood Ranch Market and Beverly Park, and more! With in-person guests Joe Saltzman, producer of Ralph Story’s Los Angeles, and historian Alison Martino of Vintage Los Angeles. Before the screening in the lobby, there will be a display of a selection of archival materials from the Ralph Story papers in UCLA Library Special Collections. Programmed and notes written by John H. Mitchell Television Curator Mark Quigley. Ralph Story’s Los Angeles U.S, 1965–69 DCP, b&w and color, approx. 110 min. KNXT. Executive producer: Dan Gingold. Producer: Joe Saltzman. Director: Jim Johnson. Writer: Jere Witter, Nate Kaplan. Angels Flight segment: Executive producer: Joe Sands. Producer: Dan Gingold. Director: Dan Gingold. Writers: Jere Witter, Nate Kaplan. Preserved by the UCLA Film & Television Archive. Video transfers at DC Video; engineering services by David Crosthwait. Additional transfers at CBS Media Exchange. Special thanks to Paul Button, KCBS. Part of: Archive Television Treasures
Sunday November 23
Westside Bruins: Pre-Thanksgiving Hike
Sun 11/23 • 8:30AM PST
Sullivan Canyon Trailhead • Los Angeles, CA CA
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.
OC BRUINS: Wicked: For Good - Private Screening
Sun 11/23 • 2:30PM PST
Cinemark Century Orange and XD • Orange CA
Sunday, November 23 | Arrive by 2:45 PM | Cinemark Century Stadium 25 & XD, Orange “It’s time to go back to Oz… where friendship becomes legend.” Something Wicked this way comes — and OC Bruins have the theater all to ourselves! Join us for an exclusive private screening of Wicked: For Good, the next spellbinding chapter in the untold story behind the Land of Oz. With breathtaking music, dazzling visuals, and a friendship that changed everything, this is where the world finally learns what it truly means to be For Good. We’ve reserved an entire auditorium with 46 seats, but we’re keeping the first row blocked off—so every Bruin enjoys a perfect view of the Emerald magic. Event Details: Arrive by 2:45 PM — our theater opens at 3:00 PM for check-in and mingling. Showing starts at 3:30 PM sharp, no trailers. If you arrive after 3:00 PM, your ticket will be left at will call under your name. After purchasing your ticket, email east.of.eden@alumni.ucla.edu with your seating preference. You’ll receive a reply with the current seating chart so you can choose from available seats — confirmed in the order received. Add a little flair to the fun: wear pink to sparkle like Glinda or green to stand tall like Elphaba. Gather your fellow Bruins, grab your popcorn, and let’s fly — because good and wicked were never so wonderfully entwined.
Born in Flames / Stranger Inside
Sun 11/23 • 7PM PST
Billy Wilder Theater at the Hammer Museum
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. Born in Flames U.S., 1983 This radical, post-punk vision of feminist revolt is set in a dystopian New York a decade after a failed social-democratic revolution. When Adelaide Norris, founder of the Women’s Army, is mysteriously killed, women across race, class and sexual orientation unite to challenge a government bent on repression. Shot guerrilla-style on the streets of 1980s pre-gentrified New York, on a $40,000 budget, over five years, the film is a fierce DIY manifesto and unforgettable entry in the canon of science fiction genre films. It remains a landmark of feminist cinema — visionary and startlingly urgent. DCP, color, 80 min. Director/Screenwriter: Lizzie Borden. With: Jean Satterfield. Preserved by Anthology Film Archives, with restoration funding from the Golden Globe Foundation and The Film Foundation, and supervised and approved by director Lizzie Borden. Stranger Inside U.S., 2001 Cheryl Dunye’s Stranger Inside is a raw, gripping women’s prison drama starring Yolonda Ross as Treasure, a young butch who commits a crime to reunite with her lifer mother, Brownie (Davenia McFadden). By engaging and reshaping women-in-prison film conventions, Dunye centers incarcerated Black lesbians and their family ties rather than crime or punishment. This constitutes “a radical act — to center Black queer women behind bars, on their own terms,” says Dunye. Through its intimate focus and Dunye’s auteurist vision, the film reframes a marginalized community, blending maternal melodrama and genre subversion into a landmark of American independent cinema. DCP, color, 97 min. Director/Screenwriter: Cheryl Dunye. With: Yolonda Ross, Davenia McFadden. —guest programmer Kathleen McHugh Part of: A Place of Rage: Women and Anger on Screen
Monday November 24
1:1 Drop-ins with RISE
Mon 11/24 • 1PM - 3PM PST
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.
BUS Community Meeting 5
Mon 11/24 • 5PM - 6PM PST
Center for the Study Of Women: Streisand Center
Bruin Underground Scholars is hosting bi-weekly BUS community meetings in a welcoming space to connect, recharge, and build community. These gatherings offer a chance to come together, share stories, and support one another in a relaxed atmosphere. Meetings will be held at various locations across campus to help introduce students to different resources and programs available at UCLA. This rotation will give students the opportunity to connect with campus partners, discover new support services, and build stronger networks within the UCLA community. Food will be provided for students, first-come first served. Space to speak & be heard. Community & connection. Come as you are, we look forward to being in community with you.