Beginning Winter 2026, Student Experiences of Teaching (SET) will offer virtual drop-in hours with Cassidy Alvarado, Ed.D., (she/her), Program Manager of Student Experience Initiatives. Instructors, Teaching Assistants, and Evaluation Coordinators can get support navigating Blue (UCLA’s course feedback platform), accessing reports, and more. Instructors and Teaching Assistants Mondays: 3:00-4:00 pm Fridays: 12:00-1:00 pm Evaluation Coordinators and Department Staff Tuesdays: 2:00-3:00 pm Fridays: 9:00-10:00 am

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Beginning Winter 2026, Student Experiences of Teaching (SET) will offer virtual drop-in hours with Cassidy Alvarado, Ed.D., (she/her), Program Manager of Student Experience Initiatives. Instructors, Teaching Assistants, and Evaluation Coordinators can get support navigating Blue (UCLA’s course feedback platform), accessing reports, and more. Instructors and Teaching Assistants Mondays: 3:00-4:00 pm Fridays: 12:00-1:00 pm Evaluation Coordinators and Department Staff Tuesdays: 2:00-3:00 pm Fridays: 9:00-10:00 am

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Join together with other UCLA students for an interactive workshop to learn a core skill for having more constructive conversations across charged political differences. Based on the methodology of Resetting the Table, a nationally renowned organization dedicated to building honest and open communication, this workshop allows students to practice speaking about divisive political topics using effective skills with the support of trained staff.

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The Dialogue across Differences Initiative at UCLA is proud to offer an interactive opportunity for UCLA students to delve deeper into a core skill for having more constructive conversations across charged political differences. Based on the methodology of Resetting the Table, a nationally renowned organization dedicated to building honest and open communication, this workshop will allow participants to practice speaking about divisive political topics using effective skills. The session will be highly interactive, and we ask that participants be present for its entirety. Location: This session will be held in-person only on the UCLA campus and will not be recorded. Location shared upon RSVP.

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The Dialogue across Differences Initiative at UCLA is proud to offer an interactive opportunity for UCLA students to delve deeper into a core skill for having more constructive conversations across charged political differences. Based on the methodology of Resetting the Table, a nationally renowned organization dedicated to building honest and open communication, this workshop will allow participants to practice speaking about divisive political topics using effective skills. The session will be highly interactive, and we ask that participants be present for its entirety. Location: This session will be held in-person only on the UCLA campus and will not be recorded. Location shared upon RSVP.

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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.

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UCLA's School of Theater, Film and Television invites you to an afternoon of conversations at the forefront of AI and storytelling, exploring how AI can unlock new stories and new economic opportunities for creatives. The event is co-curated with AI entrepreneur Ben Relles, hosting panels of artists, academics, and leading tech-innovators, including Luma AI, CAA, TEC Leimert, and special platform highlights from Imogen Heap (Auracles, by Zoom), filmmaker David France (by Zoom), and Don Allen Stevenson III (MasterClass/Asteria, in person). Together, we will shape the future of storytelling. Student Artist Lightning Talks (optional pre-session): 1:00-1:45 pm The Summit: 2:00-4:30 pm Reception: 4:30-5:30 pm Special thanks to UCLA Digital & Technology Solutions

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PISA, a registered SOLE organization, will be holding our 18th Annual Welcome Reception on Friday, November 7th, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM. This annual event welcomes both new and returning students to learn more about PISA, our initiatives, and our community at UCLA. At the beginning of the program, we will introduce our leadership team and provide an overview of PISA’s events, projects, and resources to ensure everyone is aware of the support and opportunities available.

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Join us in celebrating the Lunar New Year on the Hill. This vibrant festival will feature live performances, traditional crafts, cultural activities, and delicious foods, all designed to promote intercultural understanding and community connection.

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Join UCLA Gymnastics for Pride Night at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom on Friday, January 30th at 7:00 PM! This special night is all about celebrating LGBTQ+ pride, inclusion, and support—on and off the mat. Expect high-energy routines, a vibrant crowd, and a welcoming atmosphere for fans of all identities. The LGBTQ CRC will receive a percentage of ticket sales for this meet, so please encourage your friends, family, and community to attend and support this fundraising effort for the Center. Students attend free!

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Shigeru Ban stands as one of contemporary architecture’s most radical humanists, fusing structural innovation with profound social commitment. A 2014 Pritzker Prize laureate, Ban pioneered the structural use of recycled cardboard tubes, beginning in the mid-1980s with exhibition designs and evolving into disaster relief architecture deployed across five continents. His Paper Log Houses, first realized for Vietnamese refugees after the 1995 Kobe earthquake, exemplify architecture's capacity for urgent social response. The 2013 Cardboard Cathedral in Christchurch—at 79 feet tall—demonstrates how “temporary” materials can achieve civic monumentality and community permanence. Ban's philosophy, “I don't like waste,” encapsulates his practice—transforming material economy into architectural poetry while maintaining unwavering commitment to humanitarian crises from Rwanda to Ukraine. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/shigeru-ban

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Educational topics include savings, investing, risk management and taking inventory of where you are and where you want to go in terms of your financial health. Conversation focused on goals and time horizon and risk tolerance to guide you towards financial stability.

**01/26/26 Update: This event is sold out. Contact [events@alumni.ucla.edu](mailto:events@alumni.ucla.edu?subject=) for questions.** * * * Join UCLA alumni, fans, and friends as the **[Bruins](https://uclabruins.com/sports/mens-basketball)** host the Indiana Hoosiers, and kick off game day at the **[James West Alumni Center](https://alumni.ucla.edu/alumni-center/)**, just steps from **[Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom Financial](https://uclabruins.com/facilities/pauley-pavilion-presented-by-wescom/11)**. Enjoy a delicious pregame meal from Bruin-owned **[Newport Ribs](https://www.ribcompany.com)**, featuring sliced beef brisket, BBQ chicken, Louisiana hot sausages, mac and cheese, Southwest chopped salad, and cornbread. It’s also a new era in Westwood for UCLA Football! On December 6, 2025, **[Coach Bob Chesney](https://uclabruins.com/sports/football/roster/coaches/bob-chesney/4346)** was announced as the 20th head coach in program history. Bruin Bash attendees will enjoy an exclusive appearance by Coach Chesney ahead of tip-off, plus a lively conversation with legendary Bruin play-by-play voice **[Josh Lewin](https://uclabruins.com/staff-directory/josh-lewin/2671)**. Finally, UCLA Alumni and Bruin Report Online’s **[David Woods](https://247sports.com/college/ucla/user/davidwoods1/)** will also make an appearance. Bring the whole family and enjoy Bruin Bingo, kids’ activities, and fun giveaways—all part of this ultimate pregame celebration. Take advantage of this exclusive opportunity to welcome Coach Chesney before UCLA Men’s Basketball takes on Indiana! **Go Bruins!** * * * _Tickets to Bruin Bash do not include tickets to UCLA Men's Basketball games or parking passes. Men's Basketball game tickets and parking passes must be purchased separately. Purchase Men's Basketball tickets **[here](https://uclabruins.com/sports/2025/9/17/ucla-mens-basketball-tickets)**._

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Presented in partnership with the UCLA School of Education and Information Studies and the UCLA Documentary Film Legal Clinic In-person: Q&A with filmmaker Bao Nguyen, producer Terri Lichstein, line producer Jenni Trang Le, moderated by UCLA Assistant Professor Thuy Vo Dang, Information Studies and Asian American Studies. Introduction by Archive Director May Hong HaDuong. 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. The Stringer U.S., 2025 Through unprecedented on-the-ground access, journalists brought the Vietnam War to the living rooms of a global audience. Public outcry and resistance grew as brutal and bloody images reached the homes of millions. One of the most recognizable images taken during the conflict, “The Terror of War,” featured a young, unclothed girl running following a napalm attack. The photograph would become a turning point for the hearts and minds of the world, earning photographer Nick Út a Pulitzer Prize. Decades later, Bao Nguyen’s gripping film documents a possible revelation of the photograph’s long-held secret and the chain reaction that follows. A story of record unravels through forensic tools, first-hand accounts, and an emotional, climactic reunion. Premiering at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, The Stringer sparked controversy in the photojournalism world, raising questions about the editorial power structures that propelled the stature of some photographers over the obscurity of others. Following the screening, filmmaker Bao Nguyen, producer Terri Lichstein, and line producer Jenni Trang Le will discuss the two-year journey of the making of The Stringer. DCP, color, 100 min. Director: Bao Nguyen, Producers: Terri Lichstein and Fiona Turner. With: Gary Knight and Nguy?n Thành Ngh?. Programmed and note written by Archive Director May Hong HaDuong. Part of: The Stringer

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All Family Flicks screenings are free admission. Seating is first come, first served. The Billy Wilder Theater opens 15 minutes before each Family Flicks program. The Secret Life of Pets U.S., 2016 When a devoted terrier and a shaggy mutt battle for supremacy of their owner’s big city apartment, they both end up lost in Manhattan and on the run from a feral band of abandoned pets led by a psychotic bunny. Charming animation and madcap adventure make this an hilarious romp through the secret lives and loyal friendships of our furry companions. DCP, color, 86 min. Director: Chris Renaud. Screenwriters: Cinco Paul, Ken Daurio, Brian Lynch. With: Louis C.K., Eric Stonestreet, Kevin Hart. Recommended for ages 7+ Part of: Family Flicks

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Please join us for our beginning of the year social! We’ll be picnicking on chill hill (Tongva steps/Janss Steps) on the UCLA campus! We’ll be providing some food, and you all are welcome to sign up to bring some snacks to share at tinyurl.com/maupicnicsocial! Join us for a chill time as we welcome in the new year.

Join the UCLA Black Alumni Association at the UCLA Women’s Basketball Black Excellence Game on February 1st.

Join the UCLA Latino Alumni Association for a fun afternoon reception in Whittier! Connect with the Latino Bruin community over tacos, charcuterie, and an open bar. Enjoy live music by Trio Los Dados and participate in our silent auction fundraiser. * $125 per ticket * UCLA & high school students may attend the event for free — no ticket purchase necessary. Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026 Time: 1:30 - 5:30 p.m. Private Residence in Whittier, CA. Address will be provided with ticket purchase confirmation. _For more information, contact Alex Moisa at amoisa830@gmail.com or latino@alumni.ucla.edu. Call or text: (562) 322-3517._

Con Brio String Orchestra (CBSO) is a fully student-led and initiated organization with a mission to create an inclusive and accessible opportunity for all UCLA students to play in a string orchestra as well as enable students to connect to a social music community on campus. CBSO’s Winter 2025 concert is an opportunity to connect the wider UCLA community with our musical community on campus and share the joy of classical music with those unfamiliar with the genre.

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Large introductory chemistry courses generate extensive assessment, clickstream, and participation data, yet students rarely receive timely, actionable feedback that can meaningfully guide their learning. This project introduces a Python-based learning analytics pipeline designed to transform raw course data into individualized, interpretable reports that help students understand their progress, identify conceptual disparities, and make informed decisions about their study strategies. Preliminary analyses indicate that students who regularly engage with the reports demonstrate more accurate self-assessment, improved metacognitive strategy use, and more targeted help-seeking behaviors. This work demonstrates how instructor-created Python tools can scale personalized feedback in large-enrollment STEM courses, shifting analytics from a grading mechanism to a pedagogically meaningful resource that empowers student learning. Presenter Bio: Jocelyn E. (“Josie”) Nardo (she/her) is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry & Biochemistry at The Ohio State University whose research examines how disciplinary norms in chemistry are experienced by students who are discouraged from pursuing or remaining in the field. She studies how course design, assessment practices, and departmental structures shape students’ day-to-day interactions with chemistry, with particular attention to students from communities historically pushed out of the discipline, including disabled students, LGBTQ+ students, first-generation college students, students with limited financial resources, and students of color. Her work on disability in chemistry learning environments, students’ help-seeking and learning ecosystems, and graduate program milestones has been published in Chemistry Education Research and Practice and the Journal of Chemical Education. She is PI and co-PI on grants from the Spencer Foundation, the National Science Foundation, UL Research Institutes, and The Ohio State’s Kirwan Institute and Student Academic Success Research Award program.

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Learn the basics of building resilience skills that will aid you here at UCLA and beyond.

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Join us for a new graduate student series on collecting/using data in creative ways across all disciplines. Whether you're just dipping your toes into the AI wave, actively seeking AI solutions for your work, or an experienced researcher in the field, come join for the launch of this new talk series and an engaging lunchtime conversation. The first event will feature a presentation by Chongwen Liu, PhD Candidate in Conservation of Material Culture, UCLA/Getty Interdepartmental Program (IDP) and co-organizer of the series. Title: Application of Knowledge Graph-Driven AI in Cultural Heritage Conservation Cultural heritage conservation involves fragmented, multi-disciplinary knowledge and high-stakes decisions that must translate into real-world preservation actions. My research explores how knowledge graph (KG)–driven AI can address these challenges by connecting discrete knowledge bases, improving accessibility and supporting structured decision-making. In this talk, Liu will share Field Notes tracing two interconnected technological storylines of KG: 1) the evolution of Semantic Web and Linked Data infrastructures, and 2) the recent efforts to reduce LLM hallucination using frameworks from baseline Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) to graph-based RAG, discussing their development, accessibility and current use cases. Focusing on the Stack Exchange, he will draw from his implementation experience to talk about selection criteria for different graph-based RAG methods, outline key technical steps in building a KG-driven AI framework, and share practical development notes using tools/frameworks, such as Neo4j or GraphRAG. Schedule: 12:00 p.m.–12:30 p.m.: Lunch 12:30 p.m.– 1:30 p.m.: Presentation by Chongwen Liu, PhD Candidate in Conservation of Material Culture, UCLA/Getty Interdepartmental Program (IDP) and co-organizer of the series Audience Q&A to follow

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Join us Monday, February 2nd at the Career Center Learn about alternatives to traditional internships, resume tips & how to market yourself! Lunch Provided! Note: Additional details to follow upon RSVP

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Feel free to drop by and chat with a RISE Health and Wellbeing Educator about stressors related to research, TA responsibilities, dissertations, searching for jobs, etc. Or if you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you. All other graduate and undergraduate students are also welcome to drop by during this time.

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The Ace and Aro Space is a weekly dialogue and affinity space wanting to build community or learn more about the asexual and/or aromantic spectrums.

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Beginning Winter 2026, Student Experiences of Teaching (SET) will offer virtual drop-in hours with Cassidy Alvarado, Program Manager of Student Experience Initiatives. Instructors, Teaching Assistants, and Evaluation Coordinators can get support navigating Blue (UCLA’s course feedback platform), accessing reports, and more. Instructors and Teaching Assistants Mondays: 3–4 p.m. Fridays: Noon–1 p.m. Evaluation Coordinators and Department Staff Tuesdays: 2–3 p.m. Fridays: 9–10 a.m.

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Learn how to apply to develop and teach a course based on YOUR doctoral research through the Collegium of University Teaching Fellows program! Graduate student fellows will receive tuition and fee remission during the quarter when they teach their course, provided they meet all eligibility requirements. Join the Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) for an information session on January 22, 28, or February 2 to learn more about program requirements and the application process. Attend either session; the content will be duplicative.

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Learn about the concept of differentiated instruction and explore how to effectively support students with varying academic backgrounds in large lectures, labs, and discussion sections. Through real-world scenarios and reflective activities, participants will identify common challenges, analyze inclusive teaching strategies, and consider how to adapt their practices to better support all learners. Presenter: Elyse Gueidon, Associate Director for Graduate Student Professional Development with Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Scholar Engagement #differentiatedinstruction #realworldscenarios #commonchallenges 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 instructorsupport@teaching.ucla.edu.

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Feel free to drop by and chat with a RISE Health and Wellbeing Educator about stressors related to research, TA responsibilities, dissertations, searching for jobs, etc. Or if you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you. All other graduate and undergraduate students are also welcome to drop by during this time.

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This foundational pedagogical workshop prepares participants to create student-centered and effective lesson plans using the framework of backward design. Participants will explore the three steps of backward design–developing student learning objectives, determining assessment evidence, and choosing activities and instruction – and practice applying that structure to design of sample lesson plans. This session is open to all instructors, including faculty, TAs, and postdocs. This workshop will be hosted in-person and facilitated by the Teaching and Learning Center (TLC). Please contact instructorsupport@teaching.ucla.edu if you have any questions.

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UCLA Financial Aid & Scholarships will be hosting a series of workshops for assistance with the 26-27 FAFSA/CADAA. Join us for a FREE in-person workshop in partnership with UCLA Basic Needs at Strathmore to receive tips and tricks on how to complete your Financial Aid application by the Priority Filing Deadline of March 2, 2026 (9pm PST)! The UCLA Basic Needs at Strathmore is located between the Luskin Center and UCPD on Westwood Blvd and in the same building as the Career Center. No RSVP required.

Beginner-friendly stretching and meditation with UCLA Rec Instructor Binny. All equipment provided (yoga mats, blocks).

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Beginning Winter 2026, Student Experiences of Teaching (SET) will offer virtual drop-in hours with Cassidy Alvarado, Program Manager of Student Experience Initiatives. Instructors, Teaching Assistants, and Evaluation Coordinators can get support navigating Blue (UCLA’s course feedback platform), accessing reports, and more. Instructors and Teaching Assistants Mondays: 3–4 p.m. Fridays: Noon–1 p.m. Evaluation Coordinators and Department Staff Tuesdays: 2–3 p.m. Fridays: 9–10 a.m.

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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.

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Come join RISE for a free, one-hour workshop from Project UnLonely that bridges creative expression with meaningful connection-building!

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Join us for a relaxing movie night, featuring Inside Out! We will provide creative wellness supplies for anyone who wants to be crafty while engaging in community fun.

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This workshop will give an overview of how to write a master's thesis for students in STEM fields. It will include writing activities and discussion to help participants develop their thesis topics. We will also present strategies for organizing research and literature reviews, as well as tips for drafting and revision.

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The USIE program, or the Undergraduate Student Initiated Education experience, is a unique opportunity through which students have the opportunity to teach their own UCLA seminar to students about a topic that they are passionate about. The Honors Fellows will be hosting an application workshop to help students work with current USIE facilitators and ask any questions that they might have about the application process.

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Come by our office at A239 Murphy Hall or on Zoom to ask legal questions! We provide legal counseling on: *Landlord-Tenant issues *Immigration issues *Employment issues *Family law *Criminal/traffic matters *University-related concerns (Disciplinary; Title IX) *Personal Injury *And more!! Hours: 9:00 am - 11:00 am and 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm Meeting ID: 926 8881 6950 Passcode: 675685

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UCLA F-1 visa students, do you want to know more about off-campus employment authorization? Join us on one of our weekly CPT webinars hosted by the Dashew Center staff to learn more!

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Drop in for students or faculty to request support for an academic accommodation concern. These sessions are held by a CAE Disability Specialist who may or may not be a student's assigned Disability Specialist and therefore who may need to follow up with a student's assigned Disability Specialist for the specific question or concern in mind.

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These meetups are for people who make websites. Join us every other week, on Wednesday at 11am, to ask any questions you may have about making websites at UCLA.

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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.

We invite you to join us for our signature World Café event this winter quarter! Mark your calendars and come taste complimentary coffee, teas, & snacks from around the world! The entire UCLA community is welcome to attend this free event. This event is a great opportunity to meet and mingle with other globally-minded folks at UCLA! Dashew swag for the first 150 attendees, and other prizes from Dashew and Wescom Financial will be given throughout the event! This event is presented by Dashew Center, Wescom Financial, and ASUCLA.

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Feel free to drop by and chat with a RISE Health and Wellbeing Educator about stressors related to research, TA responsibilities, dissertations, searching for jobs, etc. Or if you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you. All other graduate and undergraduate students are also welcome to drop by during this time.

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This book develops from the position that the colonization of Palestine - like other imperial and settler colonial projects - cannot be understood outside the grammar of race. "Race and the Question of Palestine" (Stanford University Press, 2025) explores how race operates as a technology of power and colonial rule, a political and economic structure, a set of legal and discursive practices, and a classificatory system.

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Join the LGBTQ CRC at our QT Winter Welcome for a cozy time with undergraduate and graduate students, staff, and faculty with a community gathering at the Center! Meet the LGBTQ CRC team, learn more about our services, programs and events, and decompress with us as we head into a new quarter and new year. Light refreshments while supplies last!

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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.

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Our Book Club begins a three-month unit on science fiction beginning with "Project Hail Mary," by Andy Weir. Ryland Grace, who cannot even remember his own name, is the sole survivor on a desperate, last-chance mission to save humanity. (A major motion picture based on this book starring Ryan Gosling will be released in 2026.) Join our peer-led book club on Zoom for a fascinating and wide-ranging discussion. Newcomers (and people who never read science fiction) are welcome.

Come take a break and get out of your head with us! Inspired by Inside Out, this event is all about slowing down, letting go of stress, and learning simple ways to cope with all the feels such as joy, sadness, anger, anxiety, and everything in between. Join us to de-stress, set intentions, and create your very own stress ball to squish, squeeze, and survive the quarter!

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The UC Irvine and UCLA Alumni Associations in the UK are proud to present a US Black History Month screening of Citizen Ashe, followed by a panel discussion. Join us for an evening celebrating the life and global legacy of Arthur Ashe — athlete, civil rights activist, humanitarian, and UCLA alumnus (Class of 1966). Citizen Ashe tells the story of the first and only Black man to win Wimbledon, the US Open, and the Australian Open singles titles, and his lifelong commitment to justice, equality, and education. Thu, 5 Feb 2026 Arrive by: 6:15 PM | Film: 6:30 PM UCL – Darwin Lecture Theatre Ends: 10:00 PM Panel discussion & networking to follow Tickets: £30 (includes refreshments) Proceeds and donations support the Global Youth Leadership Academy at UCLA, empowering young people (16–25) to become global civic leaders. All are welcome. Come reflect, learn, and connect as we mark US Black History Month through film and conversation. Register here to secure your place: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/universityofcaliforniatrustuk/1985847 \*Please note that refunds will not be processed for this event. If you are unable to attend, please let us know at your earliest convenience so we can allocate your space. \*Photography: Please note photography may take place at this event. Entry constitutes consent to such, and to any use, in any and all media. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us via the email below or speak to a member of staff on arrival to the event.

UCLA Financial Aid & Scholarships will be hosting a series of workshops for assistance with the 26-27 FAFSA/CADAA. Join us for a FREE virtual workshop to receive tips and tricks on how to complete your Financial Aid application by the Priority Filing Deadline of March 2, 2026 (9pm PST)! Meeting ID: 927 1312 6507 Passcode: 469741 No RSVP required.

Join us for a beginner friendly guided meditation. Take some time to breathe, meet community, and practice mindfulness, spirituality, and stillness.

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Feel free to drop by and chat with a RISE Health and Wellbeing Educator about stressors related to research, TA responsibilities, dissertations, searching for jobs, etc. Or if you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you. All other graduate and undergraduate students are also welcome to drop by during this time.

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Please join us for an upcoming book talk by Dr. Marion Orr, Frederick Lippitt Professor of Public Policy and Professor of Political Science, Brown University, in conversation with Dr. Sekou Franklin, Executive Director of John Lewis Center for Social Justice, Fisk University.

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This workshop will introduce the foundational principles of effective university course design. Participants will explore the backward design approach to align learning objectives, assessments, and activities, and will be introduced to reflective practices that can enhance teaching and learning. Join the Graduate Student & Postdoctoral Scholar Engagement unit of TLC for drop-in hours immediately after the workshop from 2-4pm to work on developing or refining a course in your field with support from TLC staff and peers.

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Feeling lost when it comes to reading scientific journal articles? With so many different study and article types, pulling out the main points and elements of the paper can be challenging. Gain a foundational understanding of scientific articles to feel more confident and at ease in class, lab, the clinic and during independent research time. Instructors: Molly Hemphill and Shelby Hallman

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The Career Center is excited to announce our “Transfer Pop-Ins” at the Transfer Student Center (TSC). These are your golden 15-minute slots to get personalized, one-on-one career advice that caters specifically to your unique journey as a transfer student from UCLA Career Counselors.

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Work through questions about designing lesson plans and syllabi while enjoying refreshments and building community with fellow TAs and postdocs. TLC staff members from the Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Scholar Engagement (GSPSE) team will also be available for support.

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Join us at DataX as Daniel Scott Snelson presents a book talk on his recently published The Little Database: A Poetics of Media Formats (University of Minnesota Press, 2025). Snelson explores how digital archives dramatically transform the artifacts they host and how these transformations might help us better understand our own private collections in turn. He develops creative tools and contingent methods for reading cultural data, whether found in public-facing repositories on the internet or in our own collections of TXT, JPG, MP3, and MOV artifacts. Within and beyond the project, experimental poetic interludes give readers practical entry points into the creative practice of producing new meanings in any given little database. Inventive and interdisciplinary, The Little Database grapples with the digitized afterlives of cultural objects, playing with the way in which the past is continually reconfigured to shape the present. Light refreshments will be served. This event is sponsored by: DataX, The Livescu Initiative on Neuro, Narrative and AI (NNAI), Program in Digital Humanities, and Text/Tech Lab. Schedule Check in and Pre-Reception: 3:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m. Book Talk and Q&A: 3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. Reception (continued): 4:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

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Join the GSRC for a hands-on, relaxing activity where students will create their own DIY aromatherapy pouches using calm scents like lavender, sage, and chamomile. This interactive experience introduces a simple, practical tool to support rest, relaxation, and recharging.

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Join us for a keynote presentation followed by a panel of policymakers, researchers, and advocates who will discuss what the latest data reveal about enforcement patterns, how to strengthen state protections, and what’s next for fair and sustainable approaches to immigration. Attorney General Rob Bonta will be the keynote speaker.

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This workshop will give an overview of how to write a master's thesis or project of similar length (like a qualifying paper) for students in the Humanities and Social Sciences. It will include writing activities and discussion to help participants develop their thesis topics. We will also present strategies for organizing research and literature reviews, as well as tips for drafting and revision.

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Let’s celebrate you! Each month, we’ll throw a fun and festive birthday bash to recognize all residents with birthdays that month. Whether it’s your actual birthday or you just want to join the celebration, everyone is welcome to stop by for cake, music, and good vibes. Come build connections and create community, and help us make each birthday feel a little more special.

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Beginning Winter 2026, Student Experiences of Teaching (SET) will offer virtual drop-in hours with Cassidy Alvarado, Program Manager of Student Experience Initiatives. Instructors, Teaching Assistants, and Evaluation Coordinators can get support navigating Blue (UCLA’s course feedback platform), accessing reports, and more. Instructors and Teaching Assistants Mondays: 3–4 p.m. Fridays: Noon–1 p.m. Evaluation Coordinators and Department Staff Tuesdays: 2–3 p.m. Fridays: 9–10 a.m.

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What is sky? Both a border for land and sea, and a blank canvas for portents and celestial events, sky reflects fears and hopes for stasis in a changing and unpredictable environment. This conference will bring together an interdisciplinary group of scholars to explore early modern concepts of sky from a variety of environmentally consequential perspectives, from the history of science and art, to poetics and literature.

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Cassidy Alvarado, Program Manager of Student Experience Initiatives. Instructors, Teaching Assistants, and Evaluation Coordinators can get support navigating Blue (UCLA’s course feedback platform), accessing reports, and more. Instructors and Teaching Assistants Mondays: 3–4 p.m. Fridays: Noon–1 p.m. Evaluation Coordinators and Department Staff Tuesdays: 2–3 p.m. Fridays: 9–10 a.m.

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Feel free to drop by and chat with a RISE Health and Wellbeing Educator about stressors related to research, TA responsibilities, dissertations, searching for jobs, etc. Or if you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you. All other graduate and undergraduate students are also welcome to drop by during this time.

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Hosted by the Luminaria Committee of the American Cancer Society at UCLA, this event brings the Hill together in hope and remembrance to honor those affected by cancer. In support of our mission to celebrate, remember, and fight back, we aim to build community through meaningful activities that honor those currently fighting cancer, celebrate survivors, and remember loved ones we have lost. Hill residents are invited to take part in message displays, crafts, and view the 2025 Relay Luminaria Ceremony slides as we create a space of light, community, and shared strength. Participation in certain activities, including Relay for Life registration, receiving a Luminaria Bag, and decorating jar lanterns, will be available with an optional donation.

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Presented by the UCLA Film & Television Archive and the Hammer Museum Q&A with chef and restaurateur Alice Waters, moderated by former Variety film critic Scott Foundas. 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. Always for Pleasure U.S., 1978 On the streets and porches, in the living rooms and the kitchens of New Orleans, documentarian Les Blank observes an American city like no other. As one of his subjects puts it, “It’s the last place in America that you feel just sort of free to live.” A graduate of Tulane University, Blank acknowledges the complexity of the city’s history in that regard which deepens its scenes of jubilant celebrations brimming with life, from St. Patrick’s Day to Mardi Gras where red beans and rice and Cajun seasoned crawdads are consumed with copious amounts of beer. 16mm, color, 58 min. Director: Les Blank. Restored by the Academy Film Archive with funding provided by The Film Foundation. Yum, Yum, Yum!: A Taste of the Cajun and Creole Cooking of Louisiana U.S., 1990 As Margaret Chenier, wife of zydeco master Clifton Chenier, slices fresh garlic in her Louisiana backyard, documentarian Les Blank asks her off-screen, “You don’t use garlic powder?” Without missing a slice she recalls her mother’s cooking and rejects the idea full stop: “There’s a lot of new stuff coming out but … we use that real good stuff.” Blank’s intimate deep dive into the techniques of Cajun and Creole chefs is all about the real good stuff they put into the preparation of catfish, crawfish, okara, chicken sauce piquante, candied yams, beef tongue and more. A mouth-watering melding of music, food and tradition, Yum Yum Yum delivers exactly what its title evokes. DCP, color, 31 min. Director: Les Blank. —Senior Public Programmer Paul Malcolm Part of: Food and Film

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