Undergraduate
Events for undergraduate students and events that may be of interest to undergraduate students.
Tuesday June 9
Stressbusters: Button Making at YRL
Tue 6/9 • 11AM - 1PM PDT
Charles E. Young Research Library
Take a finals break at Charles E. Young Research Library and make your own custom button! All supplies are provided—just bring your inspiration. De-stress and walk away with something you made yourself!
Wednesday June 10
CPT Webinars for F-1 Visa Students
Wed 6/10 • 10AM - 11AM PDT
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!
#Undergraduate #GraduateProfessional #Educational #PreProfessional
Thursday June 18
2026-27 Fellowship Info Session
Thu 6/18 • 1PM - 2PM PDT RSVP
Learn more about the fellowships available for AB540 and non-AB540 opportunities this upcoming academic year 2026-27.
Tuesday July 7
UCLA Recreation Bruin MindFit: Ignite Your Summer - Play & Release Stress
Tue 7/7 - Thu 7/9 RSVP
FREE Mindful Movement & Meditation Program for UCLA Staff, Faculty & Students Reduce stress, laugh more, and recharge this summer through a fun and uplifting mindfulness program. Learn practical tools to manage stress, build resilience, and support your well-being through meditation, breathing techniques, gentle movement, mindfulness practices, and relaxation strategies. Sessions are just 30 minutes once a week during the lunch hour on Tuesdays or Thursdays from July 7th – July 30th. Attend either day, and access recordings through weekly emails if you miss a session.
Wednesday July 8
UCLA Recreation Bruin MindFit: Ignite Your Summer - Play & Release Stress
Tue 7/7 - Thu 7/9 RSVP
FREE Mindful Movement & Meditation Program for UCLA Staff, Faculty & Students Reduce stress, laugh more, and recharge this summer through a fun and uplifting mindfulness program. Learn practical tools to manage stress, build resilience, and support your well-being through meditation, breathing techniques, gentle movement, mindfulness practices, and relaxation strategies. Sessions are just 30 minutes once a week during the lunch hour on Tuesdays or Thursdays from July 7th – July 30th. Attend either day, and access recordings through weekly emails if you miss a session.
Thursday July 9
UCLA Recreation Bruin MindFit: Ignite Your Summer - Play & Release Stress
Tue 7/7 - Thu 7/9 RSVP
FREE Mindful Movement & Meditation Program for UCLA Staff, Faculty & Students Reduce stress, laugh more, and recharge this summer through a fun and uplifting mindfulness program. Learn practical tools to manage stress, build resilience, and support your well-being through meditation, breathing techniques, gentle movement, mindfulness practices, and relaxation strategies. Sessions are just 30 minutes once a week during the lunch hour on Tuesdays or Thursdays from July 7th – July 30th. Attend either day, and access recordings through weekly emails if you miss a session.
Monday June 8
Bruin Professionals IT Affinity Group Meeting
Mon 6/8 • 4:30PM PDT
Zoom
Join BP IT Affinity Group for their monthly meeting!
Tuesday June 9
South Bay Book Club - June
Tue 6/9 • 7PM PDT
Hybrid: In-person or via Zoom •
Come join Bruin Alumni and Friends for a fun and relaxing discussion of books. We try to curate a wide variety of genres (all recommended by our own members) to accommodate all tastes and to encourage each other to read something we wouldn't on our own. We would love to have you join us. All are welcome! June: Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid. It is suggested that you please listen to the audio book. Please email bkronbeck@social.rr.com to be added to the waitlist for the South Bay Book Club.
The Classroom – Millennial Leadership: Financial Decisions
Tue 6/9 • 6PM - 7:30PM PDT
Zoom
The Millennial Leadership course provides practical skills and builds confidence in key leadership areas, including effective delegation, managing former peers, conflict resolution, mitigating impostor syndrome, and navigating ambiguity.
Bruin Professionals Century City Chapter Meeting
Tue 6/9 • 8AM PDT
Century Towers • Century City CA
Join BP Century City Chapter for their monthly meeting!
Stressbusters: Button Making at YRL
Tue 6/9 • 11AM - 1PM PDT
Charles E. Young Research Library
Take a finals break at Charles E. Young Research Library and make your own custom button! All supplies are provided—just bring your inspiration. De-stress and walk away with something you made yourself!
Office closed for In-Person Assistance
Tue 6/9
A129 Murphy Hall
UCLA Financial Aid & Scholarships will be closed for in-person assistance on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Students and families may contact our office via Message Center or our Phone lines from 10am-3pm. Please visit our contact us webpage for additional details.
Wednesday June 10
Class of 2026 Sendoff
Wed 6/10 • 6PM - 8PM PDT
James West Alumni Center •
The Sendoff is a celebration for you and your classmates, UCLA's newest soon-to-be alumni. Enjoy yummy tacos and drinks, take photos with your besties, get down to the DJ in the mix and go home with a commemorative UCLA Alum glass, along with other surprises. Register now before it fills up. Come early to avoid the lines, but be sure to stay for the Class of 2026 toast. Cheers to your time at UCLA; we can't wait to celebrate with you — on this night and for years to come! \*All graduating Bruins are welcome to attend; however, a government-issued photo ID that indicates date of birth (e.g., driver’s license or passport) is required in order to consume alcoholic beverages at this event. A BruinCard will not be sufficient.
CPT Webinars for F-1 Visa Students
Wed 6/10 • 10AM - 11AM PDT
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!
#Undergraduate #GraduateProfessional #Educational #PreProfessional
Thursday June 11
Bruin Professionals Calabasas Chapter Meeting
Thu 6/11 • 7:30AM PDT
Calabasas • CA United States
Join BP Calabasas Chapter for their meeting!
Friday June 12
Black Rabbit, White Rabbit
Fri 6/12 • 7:30PM PDT RSVP
Billy Wilder Theater
2026 UCLA Celebration of Iranian Cinema Please note: Registration does not guarantee entry if the event reaches capacity. Admission is granted on a first come, first served basis. Patrons who have registered will need to obtain their free tickets at the box office, where seating will be assigned. Any seats remaining 15 minutes before showtime will be released to standby patrons. Screening 1 of 2 Where the Winds Die Year: 2021 Country: Iran Language: Persian with English subtitles Runtime: 13 min. Digital. Color. Farhang Short Film Festival 3rd prize winner A Kurdish city in western Iran, Sardasht was the target of a chemical weapons attack in 1987. Director Pejman Alipour captures the moment the city’s peaceful calm was shattered in this powerful, watercolor-style animated short. DCP. Director/Screenwriter: Pejman Alipour. Screening 2 of 2 Black Rabbit, White Rabbit Year: 2025 Country: Tajikistan/United Arab Emirates Language: Tajik, Persian and Russian with English subtitles Runtime: 139 min. Digital. Color. Tajikistan's submission to the Oscars for Best International Feature Film, Black Rabbit, White Rabbit finds writer-director Shahram Mokri working at the top of his cinematic game. On a film set for the remake of a classic Iranian film, the crew’s armorer worries that a prop gun may not be what it seems and a mysterious young woman arrives to demand an audition. Meanwhile, at a well-appointed villa, a woman recovering from a car accident discovers she may be the target of a murder plot. In Mokri’s inimitable style, long camera takes and elliptical editing blur time and space, visions and reality, history and fiction. DCP. Director: Shahram Mokri. Screenwriters: Shahram Mokri, Nasim Ahmadpour. With: Babak Karimi, Hasti Mohammaï, Kibriyo Dilyobova.
Saturday June 13
San Diego Network: Bruins Providing Stewardship to the SD Canyon Lands
Sat 6/13 • 8AM PDT
Ocean Discovery Institute • San Diego United States
Join fellow UCLA Alumni San Diego Regional Network for a day of service, connection, and community as we beautify local trails! Promote canyon health while enjoying fresh air and connecting with your community. Volunteers will care for native plants, remove invasive plants, and remove trash/small-debris from restoration areas. **Role:** As stewards of the City Heights Canyons, you can make a lasting impact by coming prepared! We suggest wearing long sleeves, a hat, and bringing a reusable water bottle! (we provide the refills) **Pro Tips:** The address provided is the closest point of access to the trailhead. Please street park, and be respectful of the neighbors- be mindful to not block driveways. Be sure to bring a reusable water bottle and sun protection, a water jug will be available for refills. Recommended attire: long pants and a long sleeve shirt. **Required attire:** Closed-toed shoes. Gloves and tools will be provided. Upon arrival, check in with Canyonlands staff and sign the waiver. The phone number provided is not accessible the day of events, so please contact us with any questions prior to the day of the event. Any potential updates will be posted to our Instagram page @sdcanyonlands.
Cinema-ye Azad: Nasib Nasibi
Sat 6/13 • 7:30PM PDT RSVP
Billy Wilder Theater
2026 UCLA Celebration of Iranian Cinema Please note: Registration does not guarantee entry if the event reaches capacity. Admission is granted on a first come, first served basis. Patrons who have registered will need to obtain their free tickets at the box office, where seating will be assigned. Any seats remaining 15 minutes before showtime will be released to standby patrons. In person: curators Arta Barzanji, Hadi Alipanah (via video) Cinema-ye Azad, or Free Cinema, was an underground movement of filmmakers in Iran that began in 1969, with the explicit aim of creating a fully independent cinema opposed to the mainstream “Filmfarsi” in both form and content, methods and ideals. Where the better-known, contemporaneous Iranian New Wave predominantly consisted of foreign-educated, Tehran-based middle-class filmmakers, Cinema-ye Azad consisted of self-taught filmmakers, sharing resources and knowledge with one another to bring the possibility of cultural production to disadvantaged provinces. At its height, Cinema-ye Azad boasted hundreds of active members, a critical magazine and festivals around the country, but the dream was short-lived as the movement ceased activities after the revolution. Its works, however, are being rediscovered thanks to the dedication of curators and archivists in London and Iran. As part of this year's UCLA Celebration of Iranian Cinema, the Archive is pleased to present two screenings highlighting the films of two key Cinema-ye Azad figures, Nasib Nasibi and Behnam Jafari. Program curated by Arta Barzanji and Shaghayegh Raoufi with research and archival support from Hadi Alipanah. Film notes written by Arta Barzanji. Screening 1 of 2 From Isfahan to Abarkooh Year: 1970 Country: Iran Language: Persian with English subtitles Runtime: 23 min. Digital. B&W. A report on historical buildings, legends and traditions along the route from Isfahan to Shiraz, passing through regions including Mahyar, Shahreza, Ziaratgah, Aminabad, and Izadkhast. The film mixes documentary observation with the poetic vision seen in Nasib Nasibi’s later works. DCP. Director: Nasib Nasibi. Screenwriters: Nasib Nasibi, Abbas Nalbandian. With: Bahram Ardabili. Screening 2 of 2 How Frightening Is the Darkness of the Soul! Year: 1972 Country: Iran Language: Persian with English subtitles Runtime: 60 min. Digital. B&W. How Frightening Is the Darkness of the Soul! is an avant-garde film poem about drowning in a world of madness in search of true liberation. It highlights the close connections between literary and theatrical circles and the filmmaker's approach to avant-garde cinema. Initially, the main character attempts to escape the monotony of daily life by immersing herself in a world of madness. The film is a journey through the path she takes. Director: Nasib Nasibi. Screenwriters: Nasib Nasibi, Abbas Nalbandian. With: Mahvash Bargi, Farhad Majd Abadi, Shokooh Najm Abadi.
Lavender Extravaganza
Sat 6/13 • 1PM - 3PM PDT RSVP
Korn Convocation Hall
Join us in celebrating 28 years of Lavender Extravaganza on-campus at Korn Convocation Hall on Saturday, June 13th from 1:00pm-3:00pm! Registration is open through May 22nd for all undergraduates, graduate, and professional students who would like to participate as a celebrant and be recognized for their achievements at UCLA. There is no limit to guest tickets for students who would like to invite family, friends, and loved ones to attend.
France Network: Annual Bruin Picnic
Sat 6/13 • 4AM PDT
Jardin du Luxembourg • Paris France
Join the UCLA Alumni France Network for our annual picnic at Jardin du Luxembourg! Bring a blanket to sit on and something to share! Plates and napkins will be provided.
Sunday June 14
Cinema-ye Azad: Behnam Jafari
Sun 6/14 • 3PM PDT RSVP
Billy Wilder Theater
2026 UCLA Celebration of Iranian Cinema Please note: Registration does not guarantee entry if the event reaches capacity. Admission is granted on a first come, first served basis. Patrons who have registered will need to obtain their free tickets at the box office, where seating will be assigned. Any seats remaining 15 minutes before showtime will be released to standby patrons. In person: curators Arta Barzanji, Hadi Alipanah (via video). Cinema-ye Azad, or Free Cinema, was an underground movement of filmmakers in Iran that began in 1969, with the explicit aim of creating a fully independent cinema opposed to the mainstream “Filmfarsi” in both form and content, methods and ideals. Where the better-known, contemporaneous Iranian New Wave predominantly consisted of foreign-educated, Tehran-based middle-class filmmakers, Cinema-ye Azad consisted of self-taught filmmakers, sharing resources and knowledge with one another to bring the possibility of cultural production to disadvantaged provinces. At its height, Cinema-ye Azad boasted hundreds of active members, a critical magazine and festivals around the country, but the dream was short-lived as the movement ceased activities after the revolution. Its works, however, are being rediscovered thanks to the dedication of curators and archivists in London and Iran. As part of this year's UCLA Celebration of Iranian Cinema, the Archive is pleased to present two screenings highlighting the films of two key Cinema-ye Azad figures, Nasib Nasibi and Behnam Jafari. Program curated by Arta Barzanji and Shaghayegh Raoufi with research and archival support from Hadi Alipanah. Film notes written by Arta Barzanji. Screening 1 of 5 Abandoned Heights Year: 1972 Country: Iran Language: Persian with English subtitles Runtime: 18 min. Digital. B&W. Every day, a young man plays his trumpet from the top of a half-finished building while facing the city. Ambiguous happenings around him suggest the outlines of what may lurk below the peaceful surface of society. DCP. Director/Screenwriter: Behnam Jafari. With: Nematollah Gorji, Ahmad Amini, Hassan Seifi. Screening 2 of 5 Scream (Vol. 2) Year: 1972 Country: Iran Language: Persian with English subtitles Runtime: 13 min. Digital. Color. This satirical collage of Iranian cinema stages a confrontation between the ethos of the commercial “Filmfarsi” and the artistic ambitions of the New Wave cinema. In a direct reference to Cinema-ye Azad, the film ends with the arrest and exile of young amateur filmmakers from professional cinema. DCP. Director/Screenwriter: Behnam Jafari. With: Khosrow Haritash, Said Oveissi, Zari Khoshkam. Screening 3 of 5 Let Us Live Year: 1972 Country: Iran Language: Persian with English subtitles Runtime: 13 min. Digital. Color. This film follows the restless lives of two young pickpockets through the labyrinth of seedy streets and shadowy alleyways, in a world where every day ends in triumph or ruin. DCP. Director/Screenwriter: Behnam Jafari. With: Davood Teymouri, Naser Tarighat, Ghazal Irandoust. Screening 4 of 5 Tell the Watchmen Not to Let Sleep Deceive Year: 1970 Country: Iran Language: Persian with English subtitles Runtime: 20 min. Digital. Color. A social portrait of two young lovers that reflects the larger prejudices of society. DCP. Director/Screenwriter: Behnam Jafari. With: Farhad pour Azam, Shirin Jannesari, Behrouz Razavi. Screening 5 of 5 MirNasir and the Ill-Fated Genie Year: 1974 Country: Iran Language: Persian with English subtitles Runtime: 67 min. Digital. B&W. In his cinematic debut, Saeed Poursamimi plays a former inmate who frees a genie from a bottle. After thousands of years of captivity in the bottle, the genie finds himself in a world that has been completely transformed by its people’s beliefs. The two embark on a bitter journey to find the remnants of the forgotten magical realm. Director Behnam Jafari uses stark visuals and provocative metaphors to explore the impossibility of relying on traditional myths in the face of a new world. DCP. Director/Screenwriter: Behnam Jafari. With: Saeed Poursamimi, Hamid Taati, Mohammad Poursattar.
Checkpoint / Dead End
Sun 6/14 • 7PM PDT RSVP
Billy Wilder Theater
2026 UCLA Celebration of Iranian Cinema Please note: Registration does not guarantee entry if the event reaches capacity. Admission is granted on a first come, first served basis. Patrons who have registered will need to obtain their free tickets at the box office, where seating will be assigned. Any seats remaining 15 minutes before showtime will be released to standby patrons. In person: director Parviz Sayyad, actor Mary Apick. Screening 1 of 2 Checkpoint Year: 1987 Country: U.S. Language: English and Persian with English subtitles Runtime: 91 min. 35mm. Color. During the height of the 1979 Iranian hostage crisis, a busload of Iranian college students returning to the U.S. after a field trip in Canada are thrown into political and legal limbo when they’re refused entry at the border. A ripped-from-the-headlines urgency drives writer-director Parviz Sayyad’s Checkpoint as the students split along factional lines in their struggle to reclaim their rights and dignity. Executive producer Mary Apick also leads a committed ensemble cast that never loses sight of the fragile, individual humanity ever at risk amid grand ideological clashes. Director/Screenwriter: Parviz Sayyad. With: Mary Apick, Houshang Touzie, Parviz Sayyad. Screening 2 of 5 Dead End Year: 1977 Country: Iran Language: Persian with English subtitles Runtime: 95 min. Digital. Color. This provocative film stars Mary Apick as a young woman who is drawn to a mysterious suitor haunting the dead-end street where she lives, only to discover that he is not what he seems and she and her family may be in danger. A giant of Iranian cinema, writer-director Parviz Sayyad rose to fame as the star of the commercial Samad film and television series before producing some of the key works of the Iranian New Wave, including films by Sohrab Shahid Saless, Ebrahim Golestan and Dariush Mehrjui. Based on a short story by Anton Chekhov, Dead End plays with themes of voyeurism and surveillance in a society on the verge of radical transformation. DCP. Director: Parviz Sayyad. Screenwriter: Parviz Sayyad, Houshang Baharlou. With: Mary Apick, Parviz Bahador, Apick Yousefian.
Sacramento Network: Sac Alumni Big Ten Picnic
Sun 6/14 • 11AM PDT
William Pond Recreation Area • Carmichael CA
It's Big Ten Picnic time! This event offers fun for the entire family. Bring a dish to share, compete in the exciting corn-hole tournament, meet local UCLA alums, and mingle with alumni from the other Big Ten schools. Show off your Bruin pride by coming in your best blue and gold attire. Please RSVP by June 11.
Enchanting Ireland: A Tour of the Emerald Isle
Sun 6/14
Ireland •
Ireland delights on this full yet well-paced 13-day tour, showcasing its many charms – old and new – to your small band of travelers. Beginning in Dublin, visit Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and the haunts of Ireland’s beloved literary sons. Departing for Galway, see Clonmacnoise, a 6th-century monastic site. Journey through the legendary Connemara to beautiful Kylemore Abbey, then take an excursion to Inishmore, largest of the fabled Aran Islands. Travel along County Clare’s spectacular coastline, encountering the rugged Burren and the majestic Cliffs of Moher. Ferrying to County Kerry, tour charming Killarney and historic Muckross House. Experience the stunning Ring of Kerry, stopping for an Irish sheepdog demonstration. In Blarney, visit the famed Blarney Stone, then see the celebrated Rock of Cashel. After exploring Kilkenny, Ireland’s cultural capital, pay a final visit to Dublin. Savor the dramatic Antrim Coast and lively Belfast with an optional 4-day/3-night post-tour Northern Ireland extension.
San Fernando Valley Network: Game n' Grounds Board Game Cafe Social
Sun 6/14 • 10AM PDT
Game n' Grounds • Chatsworth CA
Please join us at Game n' Grounds Board Game Cafe to connect with San Fernando Valley Alum Bruins while playing board games and eating delicious food! Feel free to stop by as long as you wish. Space is limited so please RSVP as soon as possible.
Tuesday June 16
The Classroom – Millennial Leadership: Your Leadership Brand
Tue 6/16 • 6PM - 7:30PM PDT
Zoom
The Millennial Leadership course provides practical skills and builds confidence in key leadership areas, including effective delegation, managing former peers, conflict resolution, mitigating impostor syndrome, and navigating ambiguity.
San Fernando Valley Network: Book Club
Tue 6/16 • 7PM PDT
Zoom
Join us for our second book club event of the year! We will be reading "Island Queen" by Vanessa Riley. A remarkable, sweeping historical novel based on the incredible true life story of Dorothy Kirwan Thomas, a free woman of color who rose from slavery to become one of the wealthiest and most powerful landowners in the colonial West Indies.
Bruin Professionals South Bay Chapter Breakfast
Tue 6/16 • 8AM PDT
Marmalade Cafe • El Segundo CA
Join Bruin Professionals for networking at Marmalade Cafe! Mingle with fellow Bruins while enjoying a delicious breakfast!
Asian Pacific Alumni of UCLA - Money, Family and Wealth Planning for the Asian American Community
Tue 6/16 • 6PM PDT
Zoom
Navigating conversations around money, family responsibilities, caregiving, inheritance, and long-term planning can often feel complex, especially across generations and cultural expectations. This webinar brings together UCLA alumni professionals from the fields of estate planning, wealth management, investments, and financial advisory to share insights, experiences, and practical guidance tailored to the realities many Asian American families face today. Through an engaging and accessible panel discussion, we’ll explore topics including: * Estate planning essentials: wills, trusts, beneficiaries, and common mistakes * Intergenerational wealth transfer and family dynamics * Planning for first-generation and multi-generational households * Business ownership, real estate, and succession considerations * Navigating cultural expectations and family communication around finances * Practical next steps attendees can take to begin planning conversations Whether you are beginning your financial planning journey, supporting aging parents, raising children, building a business, or simply hoping to become more informed, we hope this conversation will provide meaningful perspective and actionable takeaways. Featured speakers include: * Angela Hsiao ‘04 — Estate Planning Attorney, Sage Legacy Law * Christine Sol ‘05 — Investment Strategist, Signature Estate & Investment Advisors * Dee Dee Li-Kha EMBA ‘23 — Director of Asian Wealth Advisory & Business Development, Empirical Wealth Management, also APA UCLA Director * Steve Yokomizo ‘83, CFP® — Financial Planner * Moderated by Sam Sekine ‘08 — COO, JSF Financial & APA UCLA Immediate Past President This discussion is intended for educational purposes only and will focus on general planning concepts rather than individualized legal, tax, or investment advice. If you have questions, please contact apaucla@alumni.ucla.edu.
Wednesday June 17
Sacramento Bruins: UoBruin Trivia Night!
Wed 6/17 • 6:30PM PDT
University of Beer - East Sacramento • Sacramento CA
Put your knowledge to the test (with other Bruins) at Trivia Night, hosted every Wednesday at UOB. Prizes are given to winning teams!
In Conversation with L.A. City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson: Reflecting on a Decade of Change
Wed 6/17 • 5PM PDT
UCLA Downtown • Los Angeles CA
Please join us for an insightful conversation between Los Angeles City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson, and Blueprint Editor-in-Chief Jim Newton. This event is hosted by UCLA Government and Community Relations, in partnership with CalMatters. 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Reception/mingling 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. - Conversation followed by Q&A Parking: Detailed information will be provided to all RSVP'd guests closer to the event date. Walk-up Policy: Please note that walk-ups to the event without prior RSVPs will not be permitted. All attendees must RSVP in advance to gain entry to the event. Please RSVP by June 9, 2026. We are excited to have you join us! For additional inquiries, please email advocacy@support.ucla.edu
Thursday June 18
2026-27 Fellowship Info Session
Thu 6/18 • 1PM - 2PM PDT RSVP
Learn more about the fellowships available for AB540 and non-AB540 opportunities this upcoming academic year 2026-27.
Twilight in the Garden - June 18
Thu 6/18 • 5:30PM - 7:30PM PDT RSVP
707 Tiverton Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90024
See the sunset from the Garden at Twilight in the Garden, our after-hours summer series. Meet new friends at the wine bar, then kick back and enjoy live music! Admission for each event is $10. Free admission for ages 13 and under. Picnics are encouraged. Check-in at La Kretz and Hilgard Entrances. We can't wait to see you there!
Friday June 19
Office Closed in Observance of Juneteenth Holiday
Fri 6/19
A129 Murphy Hall
UCLA Financial Aid & Scholarships will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, in Observance of the Juneteenth holiday. We will resume regular operating hours on Monday, June 22, 2026.
South Bay Network: Juneteenth at the Hollywood Bowl
Fri 6/19 • 6PM PDT
Hollywood Bowl • Los Angeles CA
Come celebrate Juneteenth at the Hollywood Bowl with Chance the Rapper and your favorite Bruins! There will be picnicking beforehand, beginning at 6pm. Email host for details.
Saturday June 20
Oh, What Happy Days
Sat 6/20 • 7:30PM PDT RSVP
Billy Wilder Theater
2026 UCLA Celebration of Iranian Cinema Please note: Registration does not guarantee entry if the event reaches capacity. Admission is granted on a first come, first served basis. Patrons who have registered will need to obtain their free tickets at the box office, where seating will be assigned. Any seats remaining 15 minutes before showtime will be released to standby patrons. Year: 2025 Country: Iran/U.S./France/Canada Language: Persian with English subtitles Runtime: 107 min. Digital. Color. Family secrets and betrayals explode in the most riveting video call you’ve ever seen. Writer-director Homayoun Ghanizadeh transforms the familiar stacked boxes of talking heads we all live with these days into a dazzling, high-wire act of storytelling and performance when three generations of an Iranian family are confronted by the son of a former family servant over the fate of the stately family home back in Iran. Ghanizadeh’s riveting, all-star ensemble — Golshifteh Farahani, Payman Maadi, Navid Mohammadzadeh, Ali Nasirian, Shirin Neshat — delivers an acting tour de force that deliberately transcends the bounds of the film’s form. DCP. Director/Screenwriter: Homayoun Ghanizadeh. With: Golshifteh Farahani, Shirin Neshat, Navid Mohammadzadeh, Ali Nasirian, Payman Maadi.
Sunday June 21
Arizona Network: UCLA Alumni Flagstaff Dinner
Sun 6/21 • 6PM PDT
Lumberyard Brewing Company • Flagstaff AZ
Join the UCLA Alumni Arizona Network for a casual networking dinner! This is a great opportunity for UCLA alumni in the Flagstaff area to meet and connect. Get to know the Arizona Bruin community! If you cannot attend this specific dinner, please reach out to Chey Tor and let him know that you would be interested in attending a future event in the Flagstaff area. Chey can be reached at chey@cheytor.com or 602.487.3975.
Woman and Child
Sun 6/21 • 7PM PDT RSVP
Billy Wilder Theater
2026 UCLA Celebration of Iranian Cinema lease note: Registration does not guarantee entry if the event reaches capacity. Admission is granted on a first come, first served basis. Patrons who have registered will need to obtain their free tickets at the box office, where seating will be assigned. Any seats remaining 15 minutes before showtime will be released to standby patrons. Screening 1 of 2 The Granny and Fishes Year: 2025 Country: Iran Language: Persian with English subtitles Runtime: 27 min. Digital. Color. Farhang Short Film Festival 1st prize winner After ill-conceived irrigation projects and drought rendered Lake Hamun on the Iran-Afghanistan border a dust bowl, hundreds of villagers migrated away, except for an old woman whose solitary routine of gathering up dead fish is the subject of this quietly compelling documentary. DCP. PDirectors/Screenwriters: Maria Mavati, Ehsan Farokhi Fard. Screening 2 of 2 Woman and Child Year: 2025 Country: Iran Language: Persian with English subtitles Runtime: 131 min. Digital. Color. After the powerhouse family drama Leila’s Brothers (2023 UCLA Celebration of Iranian Cinema) led to a jail sentence in Iran, writer-director Saeed Roustaee returned to Cannes last year with this more diffuse but still devastating story about a woman seemingly under siege from all sides. Parinaz Izadyar stars as Mahnaz, a nurse and widow with two children, including a rebellious teenage son, looking forward to starting over with new partner Hamid (Payman Maadi) until a sudden tragedy and a shocking betrayal sets Mahnaz on a desperate course of revenge against the school system, the courts and her own family. DCP. Director/Screenwriter: Saeed Roustaee. With: Parinaz Izadyar, Payman Maadi, Soha Niasti.
Sacramento Network: Father's Day with the A's
Sun 6/21 • 1PM - 5PM PDT
Sutter Health Park • Sacramento CA
Cost: $36.80 per ticket (located in Section 104) Link to purchase discounted tickets provided upon RSVP. Deadline to purchase at our group price is June 19th at 11:59 PM PST. Calling all Sacramento Bruins, UC alumni, Big Ten alumni, students, and fans! You're invited to watch our first-place A's take on the Los Angeles Angels for a very special Father's Day matchup. All dads are encouraged to come show their Bruin pride and bring the whole family while you're at it! Game day promotions: Exclusive group giveaway + if we bring 20+ we will get recognized on the scoreboard | 50+ and we get to take a photo on the field after the game! Father's Day Hawaiian shirt giveaway (early arrival, while supplies last) Kids 2 years old and younger get in FREE, 14 & under can run the bases after the game! Wear your blue, green and gold. Family members and friends from other schools are welcome. See you at the ballpark!
Tuesday June 23
Wine down at The Stonehouse
Tue 6/23 • 6PM PDT
The Stonehaus • Westlake Village CA
Join the Conejo Valley Bruins at the Stonehaus in Westlake Village for a relaxed evening of connection and community. Your ticket includes pizza and salad—come spend time with other Bruins.
Wine down at The Stonehouse
Tue 6/23 • 6PM PDT
The Stonehaus • Westlake Village CA
Join the Conejo Valley Bruins at the Stonehaus in Westlake Village for a relaxed evening of connection and community. Your ticket includes pizza and salad—come spend time with other Bruins.
Bruin Professionals Encino Chapter Meeting
Tue 6/23 • 7:30AM PDT
Lewitt Hackman Law Firm • Encino CA
Join BP Encino Chapter for their monthly meeting! A Rainbow of Retirement Plan Options – IRAs to Qualified Retirement Plans to Non-Qualified Plans to Social Security.
Wednesday June 24
Santa Clarita Valley Network: SCV UCLA Alumni Mixer
Wed 6/24 • 5:30PM PDT
Lucky Luke Brewing Santa Clarita • Santa Clarita CA
This event is intended to help relaunch the UCLA alumni network in the Santa Clarita Valley through a casual happy hour mixer for local alumni. The goal is to create an easy, welcoming environment for Bruins living and working in the area to connect socially and professionally. The event will be held at Lucky Luke Brewing in Santa Clarita, which offers a relaxed setting with a covered outdoor space for mingling and conversation.
Orange County: OC UCLA Book Club
Wed 6/24 • 6:30PM PDT
Zoom
This is a virtual book club event to come together to discuss The Geography of Bliss by Eric Weiner.
Orange County network: OC UCLA Book Club
Wed 6/24 • 6:30PM PDT
Virtual •
This is a virtual book club event to come together to discuss The Geography of Bliss by Eric Weiner.
World Cup Watch Party
Wed 6/24 • 12PM PDT RSVP
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Watch the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup live at the Hammer—on big screens, with friends and fellow fanatics, in an indoor/outdoor setting where art and sport come together. Between matches, explore our free exhibitions, shop the store, or grab a bite at our restaurant. Drinks available for select matches. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/world-cup
Thursday June 25
Orange County Network: Where Supply Meets Demand: A UCLA Finance & Economics Mixer
Thu 6/25 • 5:30PM PDT
Hangar 24 • Irvine CA
Join OC Bruins for a finance and economics networking mixer designed for UCLA alumni whose work touches markets, capital, strategy, analysis or financial decision-making. Whether you work in banking, investment, corporate finance, financial planning, fintech, real estate finance, accounting, economics or a related field, this gathering is an opportunity to meet fellow Bruins with shared professional interests and relevant career experience. The evening will be relaxed and conversational, with no formal program, no pitch deck and no need to forecast interest rates at the door. Just good conversation, new connections and a chance to expand your professional network in a room where supply meets demand. Consider it a small investment in the relationship side of your balance sheet. Registration is $20 and includes light appetizers. Because food orders are part of the evening’s balance sheet, registrations are non-refundable. Bring your perspective, your curiosity and maybe a good market observation or two. The risk is low: a relaxed evening with fellow Bruins. The potential reward: fresh insights, stronger ties and a few contacts worth adding to your long-term portfolio.
Bruin Professionals Silicon Beach Chapter Meeting
Thu 6/25 • 11:30AM PDT
929 Colorado Ave • Santa Monica CA
Join BP Silicon Beach for their Chapter Meeting!
Bruin Professionals Orange County Happy Hour
Thu 6/25 • 5PM PDT
Warehouse 72 Irvine • Irvine CA
Join Bruin Professionals Orange County for a special Happy Hour event
Convening: "State of the Eastside: Rooted in Culture, Rising in Resistance"
Thu 6/25 • 10AM - 1PM PDT
Plaza de la Raza, 3540 North Mission Road, Los Angeles, CA 90031
Join Innercity Struggle and the UCLA Chicano Studies Research Center for a discussion addressing some of the most pressing issues facing the Eastside of Los Angeles. CSRC Director Veronica Terriquez will moderate the discussion.
World Cup Watch Party
Thu 6/25 • 1PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Watch the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup live at the Hammer—on big screens, with friends and fellow fanatics, in an indoor/outdoor setting where art and sport come together. Between matches, explore our free exhibitions, shop the store, or grab a bite at our restaurant. Drinks available for select matches. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/world-cup
Friday June 26
Like Water for Chocolate
Fri 6/26 • 7:30PM PDT
Billy Wilder Theater
In person: chef and restaurateur Alice Waters. Director Alfonso Arua’s Like Water for Chocolate was an arthouse sensation when first released and still defines the evocative power of food in film. Based on Laura Esquivel’s novel, its sensuous tale of forbidden love unfolds in early 20th-century Mexico when Tita is bound by family tradition to remain unmarried to care for her mother. Prevented from acting on her love for the handsome Pedro, she pours her passion and heartbreak into her cooking which has a magical, intoxicating effect on those who consume it. The intimacy of the heart and the intimacy of the kitchen transform culinary preparation into a powerful expression of desire, rebellion and yearning.—Senior Public Programmer Paul Malcolm Director: Alfonso Arau. Screenwriter: Laura Esquivel. With: Lumi Cavazos, Marco Leonardi, Regina Torné. 35mm print courtesy of the Sundance Collection at the UCLA Film & Television Archive.
Saturday June 27
60th Anniversary Screening: Dark Shadows (ABC-TV)
Sat 6/27 • 7:30PM PDT
Billy Wilder Theater
In person: Q&A with actor David Selby and historian Jim Pierson, editor of Dark Shadows Noir: Classic Black and White Photography From the Dan Curtis Productions Archive. Book signing with Pierson before the screening. Guest speaker Made possible by the John H. Mitchell Television Programming Endowment. Premiering on June 27, 1966, on ABC-TV, Dark Shadows (1966–71) represented an outré experiment in daytime television that became an unexpected breakout hit and evergreen cult classic. Created by horror-maestro Dan Curtis (The Night Stalker, Trilogy of Terror), the innovative soap opera, which initially struggled in the ratings, expanded greatly in popularity in its second year with the addition of a 175-year-old charismatic vampire character named Barnabas Collins (Jonathan Frid). As the eerily atmospheric series evolved to fuse gothic supernatural elements and romance into complex storylines, it developed a passionate youth following and became a pop culture phenomenon. In the process, the videotaped series earned the distinction of being the first soap to spawn a theatrical motion picture spin-off, House of Dark Shadows (1970), and several additional feature films and reboots. The beloved original series ran for over 1,200 episodes before its abrupt cancellation in 1971. In the ensuing decades, the aura surrounding Dark Shadows has only intensified, with the influential program enjoying nearly constant reruns in syndication, luring an influx of new viewers into the mysterious, shadow-drenched world of the wealthy Collins family of fictional Collinsport, Maine. Join us for a celebration of Dark Shadows, exactly 60 years to the day of its premiere, including the debut episode and rare archival footage. Before the screening, historian Jim Pierson will sign copies of Dark Shadows Noir: Classic Black and White Photography from the Dan Curtis Productions Archive. Following the screening, there will be a Q&A with Dark Shadows star, actor David Selby, and Jim Pierson. Programmed and note written by John H. Mitchell Television Curator Mark Quigley.
Grupo Folklorico de UCLA Alumni Association: Loteria Tardeada
Sat 6/27 • 4PM PDT
Señor Fish • Los Angeles CA
Join the Grupo Folklórico de UCLA Alumni Association for a fun evening of food, good conversation and Lotería! Whether you're a recent grad or looking to reconnect with old friends, this is the perfect chance to gather, share stories and celebrate. Enjoy a lively night filled with delicious bites, friendly competition and the chance to win fun prizes. Come for the game and leave with new memories — and maybe a full card!
Orange County Network: Hilbert Museum
Sat 6/27 • 12:30PM PDT
Hilbert Museum • Orange
Join OC Bruins at the Hilbert Museum in Orange! There’s something for everyone on display, including Pueblo pottery, rock posters, classic radios, viewing stone meditation, maritime prints, an Emigdio Vasquez retrospective, and work by Disney/Pixar artist Jørgen Klubien. We will meet at 12:30pm, Saturday June 27th. Stay tuned for our other coordinating events in Orange on the same day, including a scavenger hunt and brunch! Admission is free and there are free parking options. Please visit Hilbertmuseum.org for more information.
Sunday June 28
Westside Network: Summer Coastal Hike/Walk
Sun 6/28 • 8:45AM PDT
Pelican Cove Park • Rancho Palos Verdes
Join us for a coastal hike/walk in Palos Verdes with stunning ocean views! We will meet at Pelican Cove Park in the parking lot at 8:45 a.m. We will walk the coastal path north past Point Vincente and then south past Terranea. For those who are interested, the group can explore the beach at Pelican Cove and Terranea and grab a coffee or snack at Terranea on the way back. Please make sure that you are prepared with appropriate footwear, sunscreen and/or a hat, and plenty of water.
Legacy
Sun 6/28 • 7PM PDT
Billy Wilder Theater
In person: director Karen Arthur; editor Carol Littleton; Paula Chambers, daughter of screenwriter and actor Joan Hotchkis; Eric Morris, acting teacher and director of the theatrical production of Legacy. Guest speaker Legacy is the story of Bissie Hapgood, a woman unraveling under the pressures of a vapid and materialistic society consumed with dinner-plate settings, soap operas and sexual frustration. The material originated as a one-woman show in 1973, written and performed by Joan Hotchkis, a versatile talent celebrated for her roles on television series including The Odd Couple and The Life and Times of Eddie Roberts. Karen Arthur, a first-time filmmaker, saw Hotchkis on stage and convinced the actor to adapt the screenplay and star in the film. Independently produced and financed, Legacy, like its peers Wanda (1970) and A Woman Under the Influence (1974), confounds 1970s Hollywood’s expectations with the introduction of a new kind of cinematic woman. Bissie stuns audiences with her honesty that is confrontational, yet heartfelt and a vulnerability that is never sentimental and always surprising. Legacy features an exceptional crew at the start of what would become a set of accomplished careers. Arthur, who would go on to direct The Mafu Cage (1978) and become a prolific television director, winning an Emmy Award for Cagney & Lacey, collaborated with cinematographer John Bailey (Ordinary People, 1980, In the Line of Fire, 1993) and editor Carol Littleton (E.T., 1982, The Manchurian Candidate, 2004). Note written by Archive Research and Study Center Officer Maya Montañez Smukler.
Ernest & Celestine
Sun 6/28 • 11AM PDT
Billy Wilder Theater
Presented by UCLA Film & Television Archive and the Hammer Museum. The Billy Wilder Theater opens 15 minutes before each Family Flicks program.
Wednesday July 1
Bay Area Bruins: July Guided Meditation
Wed 7/1 • 12PM PDT
Zoom
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.
Friday July 3
Office Closed in Observance of Independence Day Holiday
Fri 7/3
A129 Murphy Hall
UCLA Financial Aid & Scholarships will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026, in Observance of the Independence Day holiday. We will resume regular operating hours on Monday, July 6, 2026.
Sunday July 5
World Cup Watch Party
Sun 7/5 • 1PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Watch the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup live at the Hammer—on big screens, with friends and fellow fanatics, in an indoor/outdoor setting where art and sport come together. Between matches, explore our free exhibitions, shop the store, or grab a bite at our restaurant. Drinks available for select matches. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/world-cup
Monday July 6
World Cup Watch Party
Mon 7/6 • 12PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Watch the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup live at the Hammer—on big screens, with friends and fellow fanatics, in an indoor/outdoor setting where art and sport come together. Between matches, explore our free exhibitions, shop the store, or grab a bite at our restaurant. Drinks available for select matches. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/world-cup
Tuesday July 7
The Classroom – Class of 2026: Define Success and Establish Identity
Tue 7/7 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Zoom
At UCLA, more than 145,000 students applied for admission. Fewer than 10% were selected. This course reminds our graduates what that means—and challenges them to live up to it. This 10-week experience prepares graduating seniors to transition from the classroom to the workplace with clarity, discipline, and confidence. Grounded in the philosophy of Coach John Wooden and his Pyramid of Success, students learn not only how to secure a job, but how to build a meaningful and enduring career.
Graduate and Professional Student Alumni Network: Book Talk with Author R. Grant Steen, PhD
Tue 7/7 • 6PM PDT
Zoom
A conversation with 1985 UCLA graduate alumnus R. Grant Steen, PhD on his newly released book: “EMPIRE OF LIGHT: A Data Scientist Analyzes What American Movies Say About Our Culture.” There will be a moderated discussion and conversation with the author and he will entertain questions from the audience. For Empire of Light, Dr. Steen analyzed the 20 most popular movies in America for every year between 1940 and 2020. In those 1,600 examples, the book demonstrates that movies are not just about entertainment. Popular movies reveal what we value, what we fear, and what we hope to become. Seminal films help us understand important currents in American culture, reveal hidden truths about society, and both reflect and influence culture. Furthermore, recent movie trends suggest that Americans feel a sense of powerlessness. Only by unlearning this helplessness can we hope to fix a broken America. About the Author: Dr. Steen received his PhD in Biology from UCLA in 1985. He currently is a Research Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at the Louisiana State University School of Medicine. He has held research faculty positions at University of Washington, St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, UNC- Chapel Hill and completed postdoctoral training at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. His research interests cover MRI, MRS, brain tumors and orthopedic surgery.
GPSA: EMPIRE OF LIGHT: A data scientist analyzes what American movies say about our culture - A Book Talk with Author Dr. R. Grant Steen.
Tue 7/7 • 6PM PDT
Zoom
A conversation with 1985 UCLA graduate alumnus R. Grant Steen, PhD on his newly released book: EMPIRE OF LIGHT: A data scientist analyzes what American movies say about our culture. There will be a moderated discussion and conversation with the author and he will entertain questions from the audience. For Empire of Light, Dr. Steen analyzed the 20 most popular movies in America for every year between 1940 and 2020. In these 1,600 examples the book demonstrates movies aren't just about entertainment. Popular movies reveal what we value, what we fear, and what we hope to become. Seminal movies help us understand important currents in American culture, reveal hidden truths about us, and both reflect and influence culture. Recent movie trends suggest that Americans feel a sense of powerlessness. Only by unlearning this helplessness can we hope to fix a broken America. About the author: Dr. Steen received his PhD in biology from UCLA in 1985. He currently is Research Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at the Louisiana State University School of Medicine. He has held research faculty positions at University of Washington, St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, UNC-Chapel Hill and completed postdoctoral training at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. His research interests cover MRI, MRS, brain tumors and orthopedic surgery.
UCLA Recreation Bruin MindFit: Ignite Your Summer - Play & Release Stress
Tue 7/7 - Thu 7/9 RSVP
FREE Mindful Movement & Meditation Program for UCLA Staff, Faculty & Students Reduce stress, laugh more, and recharge this summer through a fun and uplifting mindfulness program. Learn practical tools to manage stress, build resilience, and support your well-being through meditation, breathing techniques, gentle movement, mindfulness practices, and relaxation strategies. Sessions are just 30 minutes once a week during the lunch hour on Tuesdays or Thursdays from July 7th – July 30th. Attend either day, and access recordings through weekly emails if you miss a session.
World Cup Watch Party
Tue 7/7 • 1PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Watch the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup live at the Hammer—on big screens, with friends and fellow fanatics, in an indoor/outdoor setting where art and sport come together. Between matches, explore our free exhibitions, shop the store, or grab a bite at our restaurant. Drinks available for select matches. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/world-cup
Wednesday July 8
UCLA / Cal Alumni Network Book Club: "Washington's Spies," by Alexander Rose
Wed 7/8 • 7:30PM PDT
Zoom
In July, our book group will mark America 250 with a book about the American Revolution. Our selection is "Washington's Spies: The Story of America's First Spy Ring," by Alexander Rose. Basing his tale on remarkable original research, historian Alexander Rose reveals the unforgettable story of the spy ring that helped America win the Revolutionary War. For the first time, Rose takes us beyond the battlefront and into the shadowy underworld of double agents and triple crosses, covert operations and code breaking, and unmasks the courageous, flawed individuals who inhabited this wilderness of mirrors—including the spymaster at the heart of it all, George Washington. (from GoodReads) Join our peer-led group for an animated discussion. Newcomers always welcome.
UCLA Recreation Bruin MindFit: Ignite Your Summer - Play & Release Stress
Tue 7/7 - Thu 7/9 RSVP
FREE Mindful Movement & Meditation Program for UCLA Staff, Faculty & Students Reduce stress, laugh more, and recharge this summer through a fun and uplifting mindfulness program. Learn practical tools to manage stress, build resilience, and support your well-being through meditation, breathing techniques, gentle movement, mindfulness practices, and relaxation strategies. Sessions are just 30 minutes once a week during the lunch hour on Tuesdays or Thursdays from July 7th – July 30th. Attend either day, and access recordings through weekly emails if you miss a session.
Thursday July 9
Denmark: Copenhagen & Coastal Treasures
Thu 7/9
Denmark •
Discover enchanting facets of Denmark on a delightful, nine-night immersion in this stunning island nation! Experience the cozy feeling of well-being that Danes call “hygge” while exploring in its cosmopolitan cities and small towns, from Copenhagen’s colorful Nyhavn waterfront to Ærøskøbing’s intimate, 18th-century lanes. Visit majestic Kronborg Castle, famed setting of Shakespeare’s Hamlet; Egeskov Castle, a Renaissance gem; and stately Roskilde Cathedral. The Danish Viking Age comes alive as you study Jelling’s 10th-century, royal runic stones and the Viking Ship Museum’s seafaring vessels. In Odense, learn about Denmark’s most famous author at the Hans Christian Andersen House museum. Other engaging cultural excursions include the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, the AroS Art Museum and Den Gamle By, an open-air museum. You’ll also bask in Denmark’s pastoral splendor! Appreciate tranquil Ærø Island’s charming towns and coastal vistas, plus take in Denmark’s beautiful Lake District aboard a paddle steamer. This first-class, small-group journey features four nights in Copenhagen, two nights in Ærøskøbing and three nights in Aarhus.
Real Talk for New Grads Summer Series: UCLA Career & Alumni Resources
Thu 7/9 • 2PM PDT
Zoom
Graduating is a big step- and what comes next can feel uncertain. The Real Talk for New Grads Summer Series offers open, discussion-based sessions for recent UCLA grads navigating life after college. These conversations are a space to connect with fellow Bruins, share your experiences, and gain insights from career professionals and peers alike. Whether you're job hunting, considering grad school, or exploring new paths, you're not alone. Join us for real talk, practical advice, and a supportive community.
UCLA Recreation Bruin MindFit: Ignite Your Summer - Play & Release Stress
Tue 7/7 - Thu 7/9 RSVP
FREE Mindful Movement & Meditation Program for UCLA Staff, Faculty & Students Reduce stress, laugh more, and recharge this summer through a fun and uplifting mindfulness program. Learn practical tools to manage stress, build resilience, and support your well-being through meditation, breathing techniques, gentle movement, mindfulness practices, and relaxation strategies. Sessions are just 30 minutes once a week during the lunch hour on Tuesdays or Thursdays from July 7th – July 30th. Attend either day, and access recordings through weekly emails if you miss a session.
World Cup Watch Party
Thu 7/9 • 12PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Watch the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup live at the Hammer—on big screens, with friends and fellow fanatics, in an indoor/outdoor setting where art and sport come together. Between matches, explore our free exhibitions, shop the store, or grab a bite at our restaurant. Drinks available for select matches. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/world-cup
Friday July 10
World Cup Watch Party
Fri 7/10 • 12PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Watch the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup live at the Hammer—on big screens, with friends and fellow fanatics, in an indoor/outdoor setting where art and sport come together. Between matches, explore our free exhibitions, shop the store, or grab a bite at our restaurant. Drinks available for select matches. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/world-cup
Saturday July 11
South Bay Network: UCLA South Bay Campus Tour + Wellness & Yoga Experience
Sat 7/11 • 10AM PDT
UCLA South Bay Campus • Rancho Palos Verdes CA
UCLA South Bay Campus Tour + Wellness & Yoga Experience Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Connect. Recharge. Explore UCLA South Bay. Connect with fellow Bruins for a refreshing and inspiring morning at the beautiful UCLA South Bay Campus in Rancho Palos Verdes! Enjoy an exclusive guided campus tour, connect with alumni and friends, and recharge with a special wellness session, featuring stress-management tips and a relaxing beginner-friendly yoga class led by UCLA Recreation (please bring your own mat or towel). Light refreshments will be provided. Whether you come to network, unwind, or simply explore UCLA’s scenic South Bay location, this event offers something for everyone. All Bruins, family members, and friends are welcome! Proceeds from the event will benefit the UCLA Alumni South Bay Network Scholarship Fund.
World Cup Watch Party
Sat 7/11 • 2PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Watch the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup live at the Hammer—on big screens, with friends and fellow fanatics, in an indoor/outdoor setting where art and sport come together. Between matches, explore our free exhibitions, shop the store, or grab a bite at our restaurant. Drinks available for select matches. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/world-cup
Sunday July 12
Team UC Runs the Saucony London 10k
Sun 7/12 • 1AM PDT
Central London •
Since 2008, a team of University of California alumni, students and friends have participated in an annual 10K charity race through the heart of central London. Run, walk, or skip with UC Alumni UK this year to support student scholarships!
The Secret World of Arrietty
Sun 7/12 • 11AM PDT
Billy Wilder Theater
Presented by UCLA Film & Television Archive and the Hammer Museum. The Billy Wilder Theater opens 15 minutes before each Family Flicks program.
Tuesday July 14
South Bay Book Club - July
Tue 7/14 • 7PM PDT
Hybrid: In-person or via Zoom •
Come join Bruin Alumni and Friends for a fun and relaxing discussion of books. We try to curate a wide variety of genres (all recommended by our own members) to accommodate all tastes and to encourage each other to read something we wouldn't on our own. We would love to have you join us. All are welcome! July: The Lost Daughter by Elena Ferrante. Please email bkronbeck@social.rr.com to be added to the waitlist for the South Bay Book Club.
The Classroom – Class of 2026: Build Resume and Cover Letter With Clarity and Impact
Tue 7/14 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Zoom
At UCLA, more than 145,000 students applied for admission. Fewer than 10% were selected. This course reminds our graduates what that means—and challenges them to live up to it. This 10-week experience prepares graduating seniors to transition from the classroom to the workplace with clarity, discipline, and confidence. Grounded in the philosophy of Coach John Wooden and his Pyramid of Success, students learn not only how to secure a job, but how to build a meaningful and enduring career.
San Diego Network: SD UCLA Alumni Network 2026 Open Board Meeting
Tue 7/14 • 6PM PDT
Civita Rec Center • San Diego CA
Join Us for an Open Board Meeting at 6pm on July 14th in Mission Valley. Meet fellow Bruins, discover what we're building, and find your place in our community. Dinner is provided. What to expect: \- Learn about the UCLA San Diego Alumni Network and our mission \- Hear about upcoming events and community initiatives \- Discover ways to get involved and make an impact \- Connect with board members and fellow alumni
World Cup Watch Party
Tue 7/14 • 12PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Watch the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup live at the Hammer—on big screens, with friends and fellow fanatics, in an indoor/outdoor setting where art and sport come together. Between matches, explore our free exhibitions, shop the store, or grab a bite at our restaurant. Drinks available for select matches. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/world-cup
Wednesday July 15
Beyond the Algorithm: How to Get Noticed When Everyone Is Using AI With Armine Kulikyan
Wed 7/15 • 6PM PDT
Zoom
In an era where nearly every job seeker is using AI to help with job applications, many candidates worry that their applications aren’t being seen or that they sound just like everyone else. This workshop teaches UCLA alumni how to use AI strategically to stand out, not blend in. Participants will learn how employers use AI in hiring, how to avoid generic AI-generated language and how to enhance their unique professional voice through smarter prompting. We’ll walk through practical tools for tailoring applications, strengthening LinkedIn visibility and using AI to accelerate—not replace—the human elements that make a candidate memorable. Participants will leave with three actionable steps they can take in the next month to elevate their job search using AI.
World Cup Watch Party
Wed 7/15 • 12PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Watch the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup live at the Hammer—on big screens, with friends and fellow fanatics, in an indoor/outdoor setting where art and sport come together. Between matches, explore our free exhibitions, shop the store, or grab a bite at our restaurant. Drinks available for select matches. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/world-cup
Thursday July 16
Classic Safari: Kenya & Tanzania
Thu 7/16
Kenya, Tanzania •
On safari … it’s one of the most alluring phrases in all of travel, and Kenya and Tanzania count among the most alluring places to be on safari. As your small group, limited to 18 travelers, journeys from grasslands to highlands, enjoy intimate game drives, see stupendous landscapes, stay in top-rated accommodations, and meet gracious locals. The 16-day tour begins with highlights of Kenya’s cosmopolitan capital, Nairobi. Move on to Amboseli National Park in the shadow of snowcapped Mt. Kilimanjaro, known for its large elephant population, to view teeming wildlife on the wide plains and visit a Maasai village. Journey next to peaceful Lake Manyara National Park, whose incredibly varied ecosystem offers the essence of Tanzania’s safari experience. After a game drive here, set out for spectacular Ngorongoro, a UNESCO Conservation Area and site of immense Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. In this stunning setting, safari-goers have a unique chance to see all of Africa’s “Big Five.” Visit Olduvai Gorge, where anthropologist Mary Leakey made her revolutionary discovery. The adventure continues in the storied Serengeti, the Maasai’s 5,700-square-mile “endless plain” and one of the world’s last great wildlife refuges. Enjoy unmatched game viewing during a two-night sojourn, then fly to Masai Mara for three nights in Kenya’s premier game reserve, rich with animal life and homeland of the Maasai. The annual wildebeest migration should be in full swing during our tour, offering excellent game viewing and predator kills. Back in Nairobi, toast the safari adventure at a farewell dinner. Staying at the legendary Mount Kenya Safari Club, encounter more wildlife with an optional 3-day/2-night post-tour extension.
Saturday July 18
World Cup Watch Party
Sat 7/18 • 2PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Watch the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup live at the Hammer—on big screens, with friends and fellow fanatics, in an indoor/outdoor setting where art and sport come together. Between matches, explore our free exhibitions, shop the store, or grab a bite at our restaurant. Drinks available for select matches. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/world-cup
Sunday July 19
Regal Baltic Shores
Sun 7/19
Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Poland, Denmark •
Begin your adventure in the heart of Sweden’s capital, Stockholm, then sail to Helsinki where you can explore an open-air market. In Kotka, visit the Maritime Centre Vellamo to learn about the region’s naval history. Travel back to medieval times in the picturesque towns of Tallinn and Visby, where you can explore enchanting streets and tour the hidden underground passageways of Tallinn. Bask in the magnificent art nouveau architecture of Riga. Stroll along the waterfront in Gdynia or relax on the sandy beach. Discover half-timbered houses and stunning coastal cliffs in Ronne, and in Warnemunde, enjoy the promenade running alongside the Baltic Sea. Before ending your journey in serene Copenhagen, stop in Aarhus and ride a vintage railway car through the wilderness or visit a fascinating Renaissance manor. _Featuring Dr. Susan Kresin, Department of Slavic, East European and Eurasian Languages_
World Cup Watch Party
Sun 7/19 • 12PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Watch the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup live at the Hammer—on big screens, with friends and fellow fanatics, in an indoor/outdoor setting where art and sport come together. Between matches, explore our free exhibitions, shop the store, or grab a bite at our restaurant. Drinks available for select matches. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/world-cup
Tuesday July 21
The Classroom – Class of 2026: Shape Your Digital Presence and Professional Brand
Tue 7/21 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Zoom
At UCLA, more than 145,000 students applied for admission. Fewer than 10% were selected. This course reminds our graduates what that means—and challenges them to live up to it. This 10-week experience prepares graduating seniors to transition from the classroom to the workplace with clarity, discipline, and confidence. Grounded in the philosophy of Coach John Wooden and his Pyramid of Success, students learn not only how to secure a job, but how to build a meaningful and enduring career.
Machu Picchu to the Galápagos
Tue 7/21
Peru, Ecuador •
Machu Picchu’s enigmatic ruins and the fascinating Galapagos Islands rank among South America’s greatest treasures, and a small group tour – limited to 20 guests – is the ideal way to experience both. Your 16-day journey begins with historic and contemporary highlights of the Peruvian capital, Lima. Stop at Cuzco’s important Incan site, Koricancha, before continuing on to the magnificent Sacred Valley for a two-night stay, visiting Ollantaytambo’s massive Incan ruins and indigenous villages where ancient traditions live on. After a scenic train ride, explore Machu Picchu’s astounding ruins on two separate days, overnighting at a hotel at the foot of the historic sanctuary of Machu Picchu near the beautiful Vilcanota River. Exploration of Cuzco – a UNESCO site and the continent’s oldest continuously inhabited city – follows, with a two-night stay that includes touring the impressive ruins of Sacsayhuamán. Travel to Quito, another UNESCO site boasting an Andean backdrop and abundant history, for two nights. Then fly to the Galapagos for four-nights; between day cruises on a privately chartered yacht to North Seymour and South Plaza islands, we lodge at a beautiful hotel on Santa Cruz Island. Accompanied by an expert Galapagos naturalist guide, learn about Darwin’s unique “living laboratory” up close while observing iconic giant Galapagos tortoises, iguanas, and other unique wild- and birdlife. Explore Santa Cruz’s lava tunnels, craters, and beach before returning to Quito for a final day of touring and relaxation. Discover the Amazon’s amazing flora, fauna, and villages on an exceptional 4-day/4-night optional pre-tour extension.
Thursday July 23
Europe’s Historic Rivers: Main, Rhine & Moselle
Thu 7/23
Germany •
Europe’s incomparable history and heritage are yours to discover on this handcrafted, nine-night cruise! Board your exclusively chartered, first-class ship in Passau, Germany, and sail away through the sculpted hills lands of the Main, Rhine and Moselle rivers. Daily excursions showcase ancient monuments and charming towns, UNESCO World Heritage sites and vine-laced slopes. Travel to romantic Regensburg to visit a Benedictine monastery and enjoy a brandy tasting in Miltenberg. You’ll stroll through Trier, Germany’s oldest city; cruise through the Rhine Gorge, a winding stretch renowned for its beauty; and stroll through lovely Koblenz, where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet. In Cochem, admire half-timbered houses on cobblestone lanes and visit a stately castle high above town. Plus, in the ports of Nuremberg, Bamberg and Würzburg, choose included excursions that fit your interest, such as cultural experiences and culinary tours. Along the way, indulge in insights from experts, regional dishes and local wines. This heartwarming journey includes an ample meal plan, plus wine and beer with lunch and dinner. No single supplement for solo travelers, limited availability. _Featuring Professor Glen MacDonald, Distinguished Professor of Geography and Environment and Sustainability_
Real Talk for New Grads Summer Series: Navigating Post-Grad Life
Thu 7/23 • 2PM PDT
Zoom
Graduating is a big step- and what comes next can feel uncertain. The Real Talk for New Grads Summer Series offers open, discussion-based sessions for recent UCLA grads navigating life after college. These conversations are a space to connect with fellow Bruins, share your experiences, and gain insights from career professionals and peers alike. Whether you're job hunting, considering grad school, or exploring new paths, you're not alone. Join us for real talk, practical advice, and a supportive community.
Saturday July 25
Bay Area Bruins: Bruins Night at the 2026 California Clásico - San Jose Earthquakes vs. Los Angeles Galaxy
Sat 7/25 • 7PM PDT
Stanford Stadium • Stanford CA
Join the Bay Area Bruins for the annual California Clásico - soccer match featuring the San Jose Earthquakes vs Los Angeles Galaxy at the Stanford Stadium, Saturday evening, July 25. The event commences with pregame ceremonies featuring fly overs and a precision team of skydivers landing on the field and delivering the "game ball". After the game all fans will be entertained with a spectacular drone show. This event sells out every year with the average Section 216 ticket face value being $40. Ticket purchasing opportunities will be announced in upcoming newsletters. Early purchases (until July 1) will offer preferred seating closer to the field, opportunities to win prizes, and discounted pricing at $34 per ticket. Tickets purchased after June 30 will be $37 each. A portion of each ticket sale will go to the Bay Area Bruins scholarship fund specifically benefiting students from the Bay Area. _Each ticket provides admission to Stanford Stadium for the Clásico match, ceremonies, and the post game drone show._
Tuesday July 28
The Classroom – Class of 2026: Interview With Confidence and Preparation
Tue 7/28 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Zoom
At UCLA, more than 145,000 students applied for admission. Fewer than 10% were selected. This course reminds our graduates what that means—and challenges them to live up to it. This 10-week experience prepares graduating seniors to transition from the classroom to the workplace with clarity, discipline, and confidence. Grounded in the philosophy of Coach John Wooden and his Pyramid of Success, students learn not only how to secure a job, but how to build a meaningful and enduring career.
Wednesday July 29
Visions of the Solar Eclipse
Wed 7/29
Denmark, Sweden, Norway, The United Kingdom, Iceland •
Embark on a 14-night journey aboard Oceania Cruises’ Marina as we travel through the heart of Scandinavia and the North Atlantic, culminating in the breathtaking spectacle of the total solar eclipse. Begin your adventure in the enchanting city of Copenhagen and set sail for Lysekil, where rugged coastlines meet serene waters. Enjoy fresh seafood in Oslo and take in the innovative architecture. In Mandal, explore wooden houses, then venture towards Edinburgh and take a leisurely stroll along the Water of Leith. Retrace the steps of ill-fated Scottish heroes at Culloden Battlefield near Invergordon. Learn about Scrabster Harbor’s Viking past and take a trip to the mysterious Faroe Islands to experience a unique blend of quirky local culture and modern-day cafes. Visit Eskifjordur and peruse artifacts from World War II in the Icelandic Wartime Museum. Surround yourself with Icelandic folk culture in Akureyri or take a boat trip around Isafjordur where you can fish along the bay. Experience the breathtaking total solar eclipse in Grundarfjordur, a true once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon. Against the backdrop of the Kirkjufell mountain, this celestial event will leave you in awe. Conclude your journey in Reykjavik, Iceland’s vibrant capital.
Thursday July 30
Sacramento Bruins: Sac Alumni Coalition Networking Night!
Thu 7/30 • 6PM PDT
UC Center Sacramento • Sacramento CA
Join fellow Bruins and alumni from many other schools for an evening of conversation and connection at the UC Center Sacramento right in downtown. Participating schools include: Notre Dame, Santa Clara, Stanford, Yale, Berkeley, Georgetown, Harvard & more! Light food and beverages will be provided. Hosted by UC Davis Cal Aggie Alumni Association in collaboration with Sac Bruins and participating alumni networks across the Greater Sacramento Area!
Tuesday August 4
The Classroom – Class of 2026: Understand Reputation and References
Tue 8/4 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Zoom
At UCLA, more than 145,000 students applied for admission. Fewer than 10% were selected. This course reminds our graduates what that means—and challenges them to live up to it. This 10-week experience prepares graduating seniors to transition from the classroom to the workplace with clarity, discipline, and confidence. Grounded in the philosophy of Coach John Wooden and his Pyramid of Success, students learn not only how to secure a job, but how to build a meaningful and enduring career.
Thursday August 6
End-of-Term Grading in Bruin Learn & MyUCLA
Thu 8/6 • 2PM - 3PM PDT
This training session will demonstrate how to finalize your Bruin Learn gradebook and transfer Bruin Learn grades to MyUCLA. Audience: Faculty, TAs, Staff
Real Talk for New Grads Summer Series: Building Skills After Graduation
Thu 8/6 • 2PM PDT
Zoom
Graduating is a big step- and what comes next can feel uncertain. The Real Talk for New Grads Summer Series offers open, discussion-based sessions for recent UCLA grads navigating life after college. These conversations are a space to connect with fellow Bruins, share your experiences, and gain insights from career professionals and peers alike. Whether you're job hunting, considering grad school, or exploring new paths, you're not alone. Join us for real talk, practical advice, and a supportive community.
Friday August 7
The Spanish Total Solar Eclipse
Fri 8/7
Spain •
Join UCLA Alumni Travel to view a total solar eclipse as it sweeps across a narrow path of the Iberian Peninsula – Europe’s first in 27 years. To experience this rare celestial event, we will be based in the heart of Spain in the Castile-León region – a sprawling land of ancient Spanish kingdoms, dotted with beautiful towns, each with its own castle and cathedral offering spectacular views of the surrounding landscape. The path of the 2026 eclipse will reach Spain after a long journey down through the North Atlantic, gradually changing its direction from south to east. This eclipse will occur low on the horizon 50 minutes before the sun sets and will provide a different experience from when totality is high overhead. Our carefully chosen base for two nights is Peñafiel which lies in the path of totality with a total eclipse time estimated to be 1 minute and 38 seconds and a predicted low chance of cloud coverage. The tour begins in Madrid and will include a visit to the Royal Observatory Museum which houses an important collection of antique instruments and a library, which conserves one of the most ancient and extensive collections of documents on astronomical subjects. Drive through the rolling hills, vineyards, and ancient olive groves of the Spanish countryside to Avila, a UNESCO-listed city which boasts a rich history of Romanesque churches, medieval convents, and Renaissance palaces with one of the best preserved medieval walled enclosures in Spain. After traversing through a landscape rich in wine and history, head to Peñafiel. Our home for the next two nights is a village whose streets reflect its past, with sites like the Jewish quarter and the Plaza del Coso, a popular square with traditional wooden balconies. Spend a day exploring the area before watching the eclipse from our exclusive event – the Tr3smano Winery. Founded by three seasoned wine visionariesTr3smano blends traditional viticulture and cutting-edge winemaking in an architecturally striking estate. Their wines have won international acclaim. Our final two nights are in San Sebastian known for beaches framed by a picturesque bayfront promenade, and world-renowned restaurants helmed by innovative chefs. Featuring Professor Jean-Luc Margot, Department of Earth, Planetary, and Space Sciences
Saturday August 8
Iceland and the Cosmos: A Total Solar Eclipse at Sea
Sat 8/8
Iceland •
A world of natural wonder awaits on this luxurious six-night Iceland expedition, round-trip Reykjavík, to witness the 2026 total solar eclipse. After cruising through the path of totality, behold unobstructed views of the moon’s shadow blocking the sun—a celestial phenomenon like no other. In the company of experts, learn more about this seldom-seen marvel on a journey that includes immersive excursions to this Nordic nation’s most thrilling sites. Our exclusively chartered expedition ship offers world-class comfort as you cruise amid pristine fjords and glaciers to centuries-old fishing towns, remote island coastlines, and black sand beaches. Other highlights include a visit to Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland - one of the most remote and isolated settlements on Earth located just inside the Arctic Circle, a Snæfellsnes Peninsula boat ride to taste Icelandic sushi, and a geothermal spa experience at Krauma, fed by Europe’s most powerful hot spring. With elegant accommodations and exquisite cuisine, this once-in-a-lifetime journey is where adventure and refinement align.
Tuesday August 11
South Bay Book Club - August
Tue 8/11 • 7PM PDT
Hybrid: In-person or via Zoom •
Come join Bruin Alumni and Friends for a fun and relaxing discussion of books. We try to curate a wide variety of genres (all recommended by our own members) to accommodate all tastes and to encourage each other to read something we wouldn't on our own. We would love to have you join us. All are welcome! August: The Body Keeps Score by Bessel van der Kolk. Please email bkronbeck@social.rr.com to be added to the waitlist for the South Bay Book Club.
The Classroom – Class of 2026: Master Your First 30 Days in the Workplace
Tue 8/11 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Zoom
At UCLA, more than 145,000 students applied for admission. Fewer than 10% were selected. This course reminds our graduates what that means—and challenges them to live up to it. This 10-week experience prepares graduating seniors to transition from the classroom to the workplace with clarity, discipline, and confidence. Grounded in the philosophy of Coach John Wooden and his Pyramid of Success, students learn not only how to secure a job, but how to build a meaningful and enduring career.
Wednesday August 12
Efficient Grading and Feedback of Handwritten Assignments with Gradescope
Wed 8/12 • 3PM - 4PM PDT
Gradescope helps streamline the grading of handwritten exams, assignments, and Bubble Sheets while providing meaningful feedback to students. This workflow is especially suited for multiple choice, short-form, or mathematical responses. This session will cover how to create assignments, how students and instructors can upload work, and the basics of grading. Audience: Faculty, TAs
Thursday August 13
Working Hard Isn’t Enough: The Unspoken Rules That Shape Your Career With Ricky Koo ’09
Thu 8/13 • 12PM PDT
Zoom
As a first-generation immigrant, career coach Ricky Koo was taught to work hard, stay humble and let results speak. Sound familiar? Here’s the thing: You can be great at your job and still be misunderstood, overlooked or underestimated. In this webinar, Ricky Koo—a first-generation immigrant who rose through the ranks to become a corporate executive before building his own professional coaching business— breaks down what actually shapes how you’re perceived at work, and how to take control of your professional narrative without being fake, loud or political in ways that feel misaligned. This isn’t about self-promotion. It’s about self-definition. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to: • Define your professional brand clearly—so others stop guessing your value or mislabeling your intent • Advocate for yourself without feeling awkward or “bragging”, even if you’ve been taught to keep your head down • Navigate workplace dynamics with confidence, instead of pretending they don’t exist (because ignoring them is a strategy—and usually a costly one) • Stay grounded in your worth during high-pressure moments, so stress, feedback or hierarchy don’t shake how you show up Regardless of your career level or what industry you work in, this session can help you develop your skills in self advocacy and intentional branding, refine your voice and create lasting impact.
Saturday August 15
Sacramento: Sac Bruins Brunch with 12(ish) Friends!
Sat 8/15 • 11AM PDT
Cafeteria 15L • Sacramento CA
Good food, good convos, good people. We're grabbing brunch at Cafeteria 15L with 12 fellow Bruins — come eat, catch up, and meet some new (or familiar!) faces in the Sac community. Whether you're new to Sac or been here forever, pull up - we'd love to have you!
Tuesday August 18
The Classroom – Class of 2026: Develop Discipline and Consistency
Tue 8/18 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Zoom
At UCLA, more than 145,000 students applied for admission. Fewer than 10% were selected. This course reminds our graduates what that means—and challenges them to live up to it. This 10-week experience prepares graduating seniors to transition from the classroom to the workplace with clarity, discipline, and confidence. Grounded in the philosophy of Coach John Wooden and his Pyramid of Success, students learn not only how to secure a job, but how to build a meaningful and enduring career.
Thursday August 20
End-of-Term Grading in Bruin Learn & MyUCLA
Thu 8/20 • 2PM - 3PM PDT
This training session will demonstrate how to finalize your Bruin Learn gradebook and transfer Bruin Learn grades to MyUCLA. Audience: Faculty, TAs, Staff
Real Talk for New Grads Summer Series: Managing Job Search Stress
Thu 8/20 • 2PM PDT
Zoom
Graduating is a big step- and what comes next can feel uncertain. The Real Talk for New Grads Summer Series offers open, discussion-based sessions for recent UCLA grads navigating life after college. These conversations are a space to connect with fellow Bruins, share your experiences, and gain insights from career professionals and peers alike. Whether you're job hunting, considering grad school, or exploring new paths, you're not alone. Join us for real talk, practical advice, and a supportive community.
Friday August 21
National Parks & Lodges of the Old West
Fri 8/21
South Dakota, Wyoming •
Join fellow alumni and friends on a journey that celebrates the American West’s magnificent National Parks, tracing legends and storied monuments along the way. From Mount Rushmore to Old Faithful and the Snake River, you will see the best of the Old West, and traverse its beautiful vistas in style and comfort. Wonderfully historic hotels and lodges are a highlight of this program, including landmark lodging within the parks themselves. Indulge in the geological phenomena of hot springs in South Dakota, and journey through Badlands National Park, known as nature’s surreal masterpiece, where impressive herds of bison roam, and dazzling, dramatic pinnacles rise over the largest undisturbed mixed-grass prairie in the United States.
Tuesday August 25
The Classroom – Class of 2026: Learn the Value of Mastery Over Movement
Tue 8/25 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Zoom
At UCLA, more than 145,000 students applied for admission. Fewer than 10% were selected. This course reminds our graduates what that means—and challenges them to live up to it. This 10-week experience prepares graduating seniors to transition from the classroom to the workplace with clarity, discipline, and confidence. Grounded in the philosophy of Coach John Wooden and his Pyramid of Success, students learn not only how to secure a job, but how to build a meaningful and enduring career.
End-of-Term Grading in Bruin Learn & MyUCLA
Tue 8/25 • 2PM - 3PM PDT
This training session will demonstrate how to finalize your Bruin Learn gradebook and transfer Bruin Learn grades to MyUCLA. Audience: Faculty, TAs, Staff
Pleasures of Provence
Tue 8/25
France •
Discover the irresistible allure of southeastern France during this quintessential seven-night Provençal experience. Unpack once and enjoy first-class accommodations in the heart of magical Aix-en-Provence. Walk in the footsteps of great painters, savor immersive cultural experiences and visit picturesque French villages. Stroll the storied Cours Mirabeau in Aix and relish a tour of Paul Cézanne’s atelier. Tour Avignon’s medieval Papal Palace and be awed by Pont du Gard, a Roman engineering feat. Behold Vincent van Gogh’s inspiration in the lush, perfumed valleys of Arles and Saint-Rémy. Explore France’s oldest city, Marseille, and cruise the steep-walled Calanques of Marseille. Witness the captivating French villages of Les Baux, Lourmarin and Cucuron. Visit a truffle and olive tree plantation to join the hunt and sample tastings with Champagne. Taste Rhone wines in the famed wine-making village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, savor fresh seafood in a Cassis fishing village and learn to play the local game of pétanque. This small-group itinerary features engaging lectures, a generous meal plan and no single supplement, limited availability.
Wednesday August 26
Africa's Wildlife
Wed 8/26
South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Zambia •
Glimpse a world primeval on this singular 14-day journey that features exclusive safaris through some of Southern Africa’s great wildlife sanctuaries in Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Zambia. Our small group size - limited to 24 travelers – assures us an intimate experience as we encounter these unspoiled natural refuges. The adventure begins with sightseeing in Johannesburg’s renowned Soweto district, and visits to Nelson Mandela’s and Archbishop Desmond Tutu’s homes. Leaving urban life behind, spend three nights near Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls. Experience the spectacular falls – among the world’s largest – up close on a guided walk and take a game drive in search of the elusive black rhino. A “Sundowner” Zambezi dinner cruise offers another opportunity to observe wildlife. For a window on local life, visit Victoria Falls town and a local grade school. Continuing on to Botswana’s Chobe National Park, which boasts one of Africa’s largest concentrations of wildlife, embark on sensational boat safaris and game drives with three nights here. Then take a privately chartered flight to Zambia for a small group tour highlight: unparalleled wildlife viewing at South Luangwa National Park, an untouched region of eastern Zambia along the meandering Luangwa River. During a relaxing three-night stay at the Mfuwe Lodge, enjoy a variety of activities, including open-vehicle game drives, walking safaris, a local school visit, and a visit to a borehole project which provides water for the local community. We transfer to Lusaka where we have hotel dayrooms before the flight home. Discover South Africa’s sparkling “Mother City,” Cape Town, with an optional 4-day/4-night post-tour extension, including a full-day Cape Peninsula tour and a full-day Cape Town and Winelands tour.
Sunday August 30
Italy's Magnificent Lake District
Sun 8/30
Italy •
Discover northern Italy’s lake district, where sparkling lakes mirror emerald hills and craggy Alpine slopes. From your base in Stresa by Lake Maggiore, spend indulgent days exploring beautiful islands and elegant shores dusted with sunlight. Witness a Romanesque basilica on Isola San Giulio, and stroll through charming Bellagio, where poets and writers from around the world have found inspiration. Cruise aboard a private boat to the Borromean Islands, home to a lavish island estate and a quaint fishermen’s islet. Glide across Lake Como, passing fairy-tale villas and colorful villages, and learn the secrets of northern Italian cuisine during a cooking lesson and an indulgent lunch. In Milan, feast your eyes on Leonardo’s “The Last Supper” and visit the legendary La Scala, Italy’s opulent opera house. Handcrafted for your enjoyment, this small-group journey features a first-class hotel, an extensive meal plan and a series of lectures to enhance your understanding of the region.
Tuesday September 1
The Classroom – Class of 2026: Manage Stress and Mental Health
Tue 9/1 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Zoom
At UCLA, more than 145,000 students applied for admission. Fewer than 10% were selected. This course reminds our graduates what that means—and challenges them to live up to it. This 10-week experience prepares graduating seniors to transition from the classroom to the workplace with clarity, discipline, and confidence. Grounded in the philosophy of Coach John Wooden and his Pyramid of Success, students learn not only how to secure a job, but how to build a meaningful and enduring career.
Croatia & Cruising the Dalmatian Coast
Tue 9/1
Croatia •
This sensational 10-night journey reveals Croatia’s incredible bounty, including a seven-night Adriatic cruise. Spend three nights discovering vibrant Zagreb, home to extraordinary architecture and culture. Travel to the natural marvel of Plitvice Lakes National Park, then board your first-class ship to indulge in the treasured Dalmatian coast and its jewel-colored waters. Each day reveals sun-drenched islands, exquisite bays and new ports of call. Cruise to the enchanting islands of Rab, Hvar and Korčula, and discover the history and heritage of Split and Zadar. Explore the Ston salt pans along the Pelješac Peninsula and taste oysters fresh from the sea. Your adventure concludes in Dubrovnik, a medieval city with legendary ramparts and a proud old town. Along the way, traditional dishes and wines indulge your palate and expert lectures shed light on the region’s history. This program features an extensive meal plan. Join us and let Croatia steal your heart! _Featuring Professor Viktorija Lejko-Lacan, Department of Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Languages and Cultures_
Thursday September 3
Real Talk for New Grads Summer Series: Grad School & Career Pivots
Thu 9/3 • 2PM PDT
Zoom
Graduating is a big step- and what comes next can feel uncertain. The Real Talk for New Grads Summer Series offers open, discussion-based sessions for recent UCLA grads navigating life after college. These conversations are a space to connect with fellow Bruins, share your experiences, and gain insights from career professionals and peers alike. Whether you're job hunting, considering grad school, or exploring new paths, you're not alone. Join us for real talk, practical advice, and a supportive community.
UK Network: UCLA & Big Ten Alumni Social
Thu 9/3 • 10:30AM PDT
Kitty Hawk • London United Kingdom
Three years in, two sold-out nights and the 2026 annual social is almost here — this time, we're taking the summer. For the first time we're trading autumn for the last golden stretch of summer and as always we're going big — on Thursday 3rd September we're taking over the roof terrace and entire top floor of Kitty Hawk, perched above Trafalgar Square with Nelson's Column as the backdrop. No long speeches, no rigid agenda. Just warm air, great views, school spirit and the energy that Dress code: Summer school spirit, wear your university colours. Last year's event sold out well in advance with 350 spots — this year we have just 220. Grab yours early.
Friday September 4
Ramblas & Rivieras
Fri 9/4
Italy, Spain •
Lose yourself in the European wonder of this 9-night voyage promising a blend of cultural immersion, historic exploration, and local culinary delights aboard Oceania Cruises’ newest ship, Allura. Your journey begins in beautiful Barcelona. Set sail for Marseille and venture to the pleasant Provencal countryside where fields of lavender and sunflowers are abundant. Try your hand at the famed Monte Carlo Casino. Take in Italian Renaissance masterpieces in Florence or taste an array of Tuscan wines as you relax in an ancient wine cellar in Livorno. In Ajaccio, explore the ancestral home of Napoleon Bonaparte, then make your way to Olbia and visit the Basilica of San Simplicio. As you reach Palermo, indulge in a gastronomic adventure, savoring the flavors of Sicilian cuisine. Cruise the terracotta cliff-lined waters of the Amalfi Coast and visit Valletta to see the celebrated St. John’s Co-Cathedral. Complete your journey in the iconic city of Rome, home to the iconic Colosseum.
Saturday September 5
Bay Area Bruins: UCLA Football at Cal
Sat 9/5 • 7:30PM PDT
California Memorial Stadium • Berkeley CA
UCLA Football is visiting Cal for the first time since 2022. Join Bay Area Bruins and other UCLA faithful at the game. Get your tickets now as this event is likely to sell out quickly! Use the RSVP link to choose your seat location and then share the link with friends and family so they can sit next to you. ($3/ticket will benefit Bay Area Bruins' scholarship endowment).
Paris - featuring the African American Experience
Sat 9/5
France •
Walk in the footsteps of Josephine Baker, Langston Hughes and other African American luminaries on an active and immersive seven-night sojourn to Paris! During enriching excursions and talks, trace the journey of Black Americans who found acceptance and opportunities in the City of Light following World War I. Gain insight into why they moved to Paris and how they forever influenced French culture. On guided walks in Montmartre, the Latin Quarter and St-Germain-des-Prés, hear stories about the club owners and musicians that shaped Paris’ jazz fervor, and relish an evening of jazz at a local club. Stroll the Left Bank, where Black writers, intellectuals and artists of African descent flourished. View “Paris Noir,” and discuss the documentary with the filmmakers. Tour the premier cultural institution, Musée du Quai Branly. Plus, taste French specialties in the Champs-de-Mars and marvel at iconic Paris landmarks on a Seine cruise. Suited for active travelers, this small-group program features experienced guides, a first-class hotel and an extensive meal plan, including wine with dinner.
Sacramento: Sac Bruins Football Watch Party: UCLA vs Cal!
Sat 9/5 • 7PM PDT
University of Beer (East Sac) • Sacramento CA
Kickoff is confirmed for 7:30pm! Join Sac Bruins as we watch UCLA kickoff the Bob Chesney era by battling Berkeley for Cali bragging rights! We're so excited to do game watches again at UOB east sac aka the OFFICIAL UCLA SPORTS BAR in the Sacramento area!! It has been an incredible place to watch games from and we can't wait to invite you back out next season. Go Bruins!