Session A - 6 weeks
Monday June 22
2026 Staff Appreciation Week
Mon 6/22 - Fri 6/26
June 22 – 26, 2026 Please join us for UCLA’s Staff Assembly Staff Appreciation Week. We have an exciting lineup planned for each day, ranging from lunches and happy hours to trivia challenges and wellness activities. We truly appreciate each and every staff member at UCLA and want to celebrate your hard work, dedication, and the unique contributions you bring to our campus community. This is a fantastic opportunity for all UCLA staff to connect with colleagues, engage with leadership, and participate in an array of activities. Staff working on hybrid or flexible schedules are warmly welcomed to attend. Additionally, every event will feature a raffle with exciting prizes donated by our incredible campus partners. A Note to Supervisors Supervisors are encouraged to grant employees sufficient release time to attend these events, provided that the absence does not infringe upon the performance of required job duties. Thank You to Our Partners UCLA Staff Assembly extends our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible partners for their generous donations and continued support. Your contributions help us celebrate, recognize, and uplift UCLA staff through these meaningful initiatives. • UCLA Health • Mathias Botanical Garden • UCLA Campus Human Resources • Hammer Museum • ASUCLA • University Credit Union • UCLA Learning and Organizational Development Please visit our website for a complete list of activities and stay tuned for upcoming reminders. We hope to see you there!
2026 Staff Appreciation Week Morning Meet & Mingle at Santa Monica Hospital
Mon 6/22 • 7AM - 8:30AM PDT
Santa Monica Hospital - Conference Room 3 (G370)
Join us Monday, June 22, 2026, 7:00–8:30 AM at Santa Monica Hospital for a Staff Appreciation Week morning meet & mingle! Stop by for coffee, light snacks, and a swag give-away as we celebrate the everyday dedication of our UC Health team. We appreciate everything you do for UCLA Health. Drop in anytime between 7:00 and 8:30 AM — see you there! 7:00–8:30 AM | Santa Monica Hospital
Tuesday June 23
2026 Staff Appreciation Week
Mon 6/22 - Fri 6/26
June 22 – 26, 2026 Please join us for UCLA’s Staff Assembly Staff Appreciation Week. We have an exciting lineup planned for each day, ranging from lunches and happy hours to trivia challenges and wellness activities. We truly appreciate each and every staff member at UCLA and want to celebrate your hard work, dedication, and the unique contributions you bring to our campus community. This is a fantastic opportunity for all UCLA staff to connect with colleagues, engage with leadership, and participate in an array of activities. Staff working on hybrid or flexible schedules are warmly welcomed to attend. Additionally, every event will feature a raffle with exciting prizes donated by our incredible campus partners. A Note to Supervisors Supervisors are encouraged to grant employees sufficient release time to attend these events, provided that the absence does not infringe upon the performance of required job duties. Thank You to Our Partners UCLA Staff Assembly extends our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible partners for their generous donations and continued support. Your contributions help us celebrate, recognize, and uplift UCLA staff through these meaningful initiatives. • UCLA Health • Mathias Botanical Garden • UCLA Campus Human Resources • Hammer Museum • ASUCLA • University Credit Union • UCLA Learning and Organizational Development Please visit our website for a complete list of activities and stay tuned for upcoming reminders. We hope to see you there!
2026-2027 FAFSA Identity Verification Drop-In Session
Tue 6/23 • 4PM - 6PM PDT RSVP
UCLA Financial Aid & Scholarships is offering virtual drop-in sessions for students who need to complete the 2026–2027 Identity Verification process and are unable to do so in person or through the notary option. Important Notes - Your government-issued photo ID must be clearly visible during the Zoom session. If we are unable to verify your identity, you will be required to complete the verification process either in person or through the notary option. - Due to limited capacity, students may be asked to attend a different drop-in session if there is a high volume of participants and we are unable to meet with everyone during the scheduled time.
Wednesday June 24
2026 Staff Appreciation Week
Mon 6/22 - Fri 6/26
June 22 – 26, 2026 Please join us for UCLA’s Staff Assembly Staff Appreciation Week. We have an exciting lineup planned for each day, ranging from lunches and happy hours to trivia challenges and wellness activities. We truly appreciate each and every staff member at UCLA and want to celebrate your hard work, dedication, and the unique contributions you bring to our campus community. This is a fantastic opportunity for all UCLA staff to connect with colleagues, engage with leadership, and participate in an array of activities. Staff working on hybrid or flexible schedules are warmly welcomed to attend. Additionally, every event will feature a raffle with exciting prizes donated by our incredible campus partners. A Note to Supervisors Supervisors are encouraged to grant employees sufficient release time to attend these events, provided that the absence does not infringe upon the performance of required job duties. Thank You to Our Partners UCLA Staff Assembly extends our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible partners for their generous donations and continued support. Your contributions help us celebrate, recognize, and uplift UCLA staff through these meaningful initiatives. • UCLA Health • Mathias Botanical Garden • UCLA Campus Human Resources • Hammer Museum • ASUCLA • University Credit Union • UCLA Learning and Organizational Development Please visit our website for a complete list of activities and stay tuned for upcoming reminders. We hope to see you there!
Accessibility in Action Workshop: Use Built-In Tools to Help Make Your Course Content Accessible
Wed 6/24 • 10AM - 10:45AM PDT
This interactive workshop provides the opportunity for Instructors and TAs to share their current Bruin Learn accessibility remediation tasks and learn how to use the UCLA-provided tools at their disposal to help remediate course content. We will review key features that support accessibility compliance and improve the usability of course content. By the end of the session, participants will have learned how to use the current accessibility tools in the Bruin Learn ecosystem to remediate issues relevant to their courses. Audience: Faculty, TAs, Staff
SUMMER CPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 6/24 • 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! Note: To access the webinar, students need to select “SSO” and type in “ucla” to be able to access the UCLA logon screen and sign in to the webinar.
#Undergraduate #GraduateProfessional #Alumni #Educational #Career
SUMMER CPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 6/24 • 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! Note: To access the webinar, students need to select “SSO” and type in “ucla” to be able to access the UCLA logon screen and sign in to the webinar.
#Undergraduate #GraduateProfessional #Alumni #Educational #Career
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
2026 Staff Appreciation Week
Mon 6/22 - Fri 6/26
June 22 – 26, 2026 Please join us for UCLA’s Staff Assembly Staff Appreciation Week. We have an exciting lineup planned for each day, ranging from lunches and happy hours to trivia challenges and wellness activities. We truly appreciate each and every staff member at UCLA and want to celebrate your hard work, dedication, and the unique contributions you bring to our campus community. This is a fantastic opportunity for all UCLA staff to connect with colleagues, engage with leadership, and participate in an array of activities. Staff working on hybrid or flexible schedules are warmly welcomed to attend. Additionally, every event will feature a raffle with exciting prizes donated by our incredible campus partners. A Note to Supervisors Supervisors are encouraged to grant employees sufficient release time to attend these events, provided that the absence does not infringe upon the performance of required job duties. Thank You to Our Partners UCLA Staff Assembly extends our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible partners for their generous donations and continued support. Your contributions help us celebrate, recognize, and uplift UCLA staff through these meaningful initiatives. • UCLA Health • Mathias Botanical Garden • UCLA Campus Human Resources • Hammer Museum • ASUCLA • University Credit Union • UCLA Learning and Organizational Development Please visit our website for a complete list of activities and stay tuned for upcoming reminders. We hope to see you there!
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.
Avoiding Plagiarism Workshop
Thu 6/25 • 11AM - 12PM PDT
This workshop provides an overview on the various forms of academic dishonesty regarding plagiarism. Participants will learn when, where, and why it is important to cite properly. Students will also learn how to avoid plagiarism and the information presented will stress the need to attribute work to the original author and the potential outcomes for plagiarizing. Additionally, paraphrasing, and direct quoting will be discussed. ZOOM. Register through MyUCLA by going to Campus Life> Calendar> Event Reservations> Find Events.
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
2026-2027 FAFSA Identity Verification Drop-In Session
Thu 6/25 • 1PM - 3PM PDT RSVP
UCLA Financial Aid & Scholarships is offering virtual drop-in sessions for students who need to complete the 2026–2027 Identity Verification process and are unable to do so in person or through the notary option. Important Notes - Your government-issued photo ID must be clearly visible during the Zoom session. If we are unable to verify your identity, you will be required to complete the verification process either in person or through the notary option. - Due to limited capacity, students may be asked to attend a different drop-in session if there is a high volume of participants and we are unable to meet with everyone during the scheduled time.
2026 Staff Appreciation Week Happy Hour at LULU!
Thu 6/25 • 3PM - 6PM PDT
LULU Restaurant at Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024
Raise a glass! Staff Appreciation Week Happy Hour at LULU! Join us Thursday, June 25, 2026 at LULU (Hammer Museum) for a well-deserved unwind. The bar welcomes walk-ins all hours, and snag bites from the $12 menu between 3:00–6:00 PM. Bring colleagues, soak up the vibes, and toast to the team that makes UCLA Health amazing. Location: LULU Restaurant at Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024 See you there. Cheers to you!
Friday June 26
2026 Staff Appreciation Week
Mon 6/22 - Fri 6/26
June 22 – 26, 2026 Please join us for UCLA’s Staff Assembly Staff Appreciation Week. We have an exciting lineup planned for each day, ranging from lunches and happy hours to trivia challenges and wellness activities. We truly appreciate each and every staff member at UCLA and want to celebrate your hard work, dedication, and the unique contributions you bring to our campus community. This is a fantastic opportunity for all UCLA staff to connect with colleagues, engage with leadership, and participate in an array of activities. Staff working on hybrid or flexible schedules are warmly welcomed to attend. Additionally, every event will feature a raffle with exciting prizes donated by our incredible campus partners. A Note to Supervisors Supervisors are encouraged to grant employees sufficient release time to attend these events, provided that the absence does not infringe upon the performance of required job duties. Thank You to Our Partners UCLA Staff Assembly extends our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible partners for their generous donations and continued support. Your contributions help us celebrate, recognize, and uplift UCLA staff through these meaningful initiatives. • UCLA Health • Mathias Botanical Garden • UCLA Campus Human Resources • Hammer Museum • ASUCLA • University Credit Union • UCLA Learning and Organizational Development Please visit our website for a complete list of activities and stay tuned for upcoming reminders. We hope to see you there!
2026 Staff Appreciation Week Happy Hour @ Botanical Garden
Fri 6/26 • 4PM - 6PM PDT
Mildred Mathias Botanical Garden
A Gathering in the Garden: Staff Appreciation Week Happy Hour Take a deep breath and let the week fade away. In celebration of Staff Appreciation Week, we invite you to pause, unwind, and reconnect with the earth and each other. Join your colleagues for a mindful happy hour at the Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden, a tranquil sanctuary designed to foster community and deep connection with nature. Immerse yourself in global plant diversity, enjoy the soothing rustle of the canopy, and allow this peaceful respite to restore your energy. The Details When: Friday, June 26, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Where: Mathias Botanical Garden No agendas, no deadlines. Just a quiet space to gather, breathe, and celebrate the vital presence you bring to our community every day. We look forward to sharing this peaceful evening with you.
Pride Happy Hour
Fri 6/26 • 4PM - 6PM PDT
LGBTQ Campus Resource Center
Calling all staff and faculty! Join the LGBTQ Campus Resource Center on Friday, June 26th at Plateia Patio for a June Happy Hour celebration. Happy Pride! No RSVP required.
Like Water for Chocolate
Fri 6/26 • 7:30PM PDT
Billy Wilder Theater
In person: Q&A with Emilia Arau, producer and daughter of director Alfonso Arau, and actor Yareli Arizmendi, moderated by Cari Borja, anthropologist, educator and senior advisor to 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 Kathryn Leigh Scott 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. 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.
Sunday June 28
Second Chance Film Festival
Sun 6/28 RSVP
James Bridges Theatre
We welcome you to this year’s first collaborative Second Chance Festival with UCLA’s Prison Education Program. Join us for a day of films and meaningful conversations exploring incarceration, reentry, and what a second chance can look like. The festival will feature screenings of The Alabama Solution, The Strike, and The Inside Scholars. In honor of Second Chance Month, this collaborative film festival brings together students, educators, and community members to engage with stories that illuminate the lived realities of incarceration and the transformative power of education. Hosted in partnership with the Prison Education Program, the event will include a curated film screening followed by a guided discussion focused on second chances, reentry, and the structural role of education in advancing justice and equity. This space is intended to foster reflection, dialogue, and collective learning while uplifting voices and experiences often marginalized within higher education spaces.
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.
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; composer Roger Kellaway. 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.
Monday June 29
Summer Undergraduate Drop-in Hours
Mon 6/29 • 10AM - 2PM PDT
Got a quick question about your finances? Pop in to chat with one of our team members--no prep, no pressure, just practical answers to help you feel more confident with money!
Tuesday June 30
Summer Undergraduate Drop-in Hours
Tue 6/30 • 10AM - 2PM PDT
Got a quick question about your finances? Pop in to chat with one of our team members--no prep, no pressure, just practical answers to help you feel more confident with money.
Assignments and Grading
Tue 6/30 • 3PM - 4PM PDT
This training sesson will show instructors how to create and grade assignments and discussions, utilize time saving features in the Gradebook, and provide student extensions and accommodations. Join us to improve your teaching skills and simplify your life in Bruin Learn. Audience: Faculty, TAs
Wednesday July 1
Summer Undergraduate Drop-in Hours
Wed 7/1 • 10AM - 2PM PDT
Got a quick question about your finances? Pop in to chat with one of our team members--no prep, no pressure, just practical answers to help you feel more confident with money.
SUMMER OPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 7/1 • 2PM - 3PM PDT
UCLA F-1 visa students, do you want to know more about off-campus employment authorization? Join us on one of our weekly OPT webinars hosted by the Dashew Center staff to learn more!
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Thursday July 2
Summer Undergraduate Drop-in Hours
Thu 7/2 • 10AM - 2PM PDT
Got a quick question about your finances? Pop in to chat with one of our team members--no prep, no pressure, just practical answers to help you feel more confident with money.
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
Summer Undergraduate Drop-in Hours
Mon 7/6 • 10AM - 2PM PDT
Got a quick question about your finances? Pop in to chat with one of our team members--no prep, no pressure, just practical answers to help you feel more confident with money.
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
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
Under the Gavel: The U.S. Supreme Court's Most Recent Term in Review
Tue 7/7 • 7:30PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Co-presented with the Safeguarding Democracy Project at UCLA Law With rulings on major issues expected by the start of summer 2026, the United States Supreme Court is once again at the center of key legal and policy debates. An all-star panel of legal scholars analyzes the meaning and implications of the latest Supreme Court cases and rulings on issues including: birthright citizenship, gun rights, tariffs, voting rights, election and campaign finance rules, the president’s power to fire agency commissioners and members of the Federal Reserve, the treatment of transgender athletes, and much more. The panelists will also consider the implications of these rulings on the role of the courts in response to the Trump Administration’s broad assertions of executive power. Panelists include: Cary Franklin, Justin Levitt, Eugene Volokh, and Kimberly West-Faulcon. Moderated by Rick Hasen, Director of Safeguarding Democracy Project at the University of California, Los Angeles. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/gavelforum,
SUMMER 2026 LANGUAGE EXCHANGE APPLICATION DEADLINE
Tue 7/7 • 11:59PM - Mon 7/13 • 11:59PM PDT
Are you working on learning a new language? Do you want to take what you're learning in the classroom a step further? The Language Exchange program connects language learners together to improve their conversation skills and meet people from around the world. Language Exchange is open to members of the UCLA community and all language levels! Applications will close on Monday, July 13, 2026 at 11:59 PM PT. You will be notified if we have found you a Language Exchange partner/group by July 22nd.
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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.
SUMMER CPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 7/8 • 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! Note: To access the webinar, students need to select “SSO” and type in “ucla” to be able to access the UCLA logon screen and sign in to the webinar.
#Undergraduate #GraduateProfessional #Alumni #Educational #Career
Summer Undergraduate Drop-in Hours
Wed 7/8 • 10AM - 2PM PDT
Got a quick question about your finances? Pop in to chat with one of our team members--no prep, no pressure, just practical answers to help you feel more confident with money.
Website Makers Meetup
Wed 7/8 • 11AM - 12PM PDT
These meetups are for people who make websites. Join us every other week, on Wednesday at 11am, to ask any questions you may have about making websites at UCLA.
UC Tech UX Meetup at the UC Tech Conference
Wed 7/8 • 4PM - 6PM PDT
UC Merced
The UCUX community is having a meetup for all staff and faculty interested in UX on the first day of UC Tech. You are warmly welcome to attend.
After-Hours Tour of Space is the Place with Paul Sepuya
Wed 7/8 • 6PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Join artist Paul Sepuya for an after-hours tour of SPACE IS THE PLACE: Selections from the Hammer Contemporary Collection. Capacity is limited. Visitors will be admitted on a first come, first served basis. Ticketing: This free program is not ticketed. Parking: Self-parking is available under the museum. There is an $8 flat rate after 5 p.m. on weekdays, and all day on weekends. Press: If you are a member of the press and are interested in attending and covering the program, please email Santiago Pazos at spazos@hammer.ucla.edu for accommodations. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/sepuya-AHT.
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.
Summer Undergraduate Drop-in Hours
Thu 7/9 • 10AM - 2PM PDT
Got a quick question about your finances? Pop in to chat with one of our team members--no prep, no pressure, just practical answers to help you feel more confident with money.
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
Assignments and Grading for TAs
Thu 7/9 • 2PM - 3PM PDT
Enhance your teaching skills and streamline your work in Bruin Learn! This session is designed primarily for TAs and will cover creating and grading assignments and discussions, navigating the Gradebook, and providing student extensions and accommodations. Co-hosted by the Teaching and Learning Center and the Bruin Learn Center of Excellence. Audience: Faculty and TAs (with a focus on TAs)
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
Avoiding Plagiarism Workshop
Fri 7/10 • 2PM - 3PM PDT
This workshop provides an overview on the various forms of academic dishonesty regarding plagiarism. Participants will learn when, where, and why it is important to cite properly. Students will also learn how to avoid plagiarism and the information presented will stress the need to attribute work to the original author and the potential outcomes for plagiarizing. Additionally, paraphrasing, and direct quoting will be discussed. ZOOM. Register through MyUCLA by going to Campus Life> Calendar> Event Reservations> Find Events.
Saturday July 11
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
Family Flicks: The Secret World of Arrietty
Sun 7/12 • 11AM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Co-presented by the UCLA Film & Television Archive Recommended for ages 5+ Studio Ghibli’s enchanting adaptation of Mary Norton’s classic children’s novel The Borrowers follows Arrietty, a tiny “Borrower,” who lives in secret with her family under the floorboards of a rustic human cottage. When she’s discovered by Shawn, an ailing young boy who’s come to spend the summer with his great-aunt, her whole world feels threatened. Showcasing Ghibli’s signature lush and cozy animation, The Secret World of Arrietty (2019) is a gentle, awe-inspiring story about bravery, trust and a beautiful friendship that bridges two very different worlds. Learn more here https://hmmr.buzz/arrietty-ff.
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.
Mahjong Social with Mahjong Mistress
Sun 7/12 • 1:30PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
An afternoon of film, play, and connection centered around the enduring, ever-evolving game of mahjong, a tile-based game involving skill, strategy, and luck. Known for their sold-out, high-energy gatherings, Mahjong Mistress bring their signature blend of play, community, and cultural perspective to the Hammer. Whether you’ve never touched a tile or have been playing for years, this is a chance to learn, play, and meet new people. The program begins with a screening of Edward Yang’s Mahjong (1996), a fast-moving portrait of Taipei in the ’90s where every interaction feels like a high-stakes game. After the film, the action shifts from screen to table with an open mahjong session in the Hammer's courtyard for all experience levels. Mahjong Mistress instructors will be on hand to teach beginners, while experienced players can jump right into the mix. Expect a lively, social atmosphere with shared tables, new connections, and a little friendly competition. Mahjong Mistress will also debut a selection of limited-edition merchandise, extending their visual language beyond the table. 1:30PM Screening: Mahjong (dir. Edward Yang, 1996) 3-6:30PM Mahjong Mistress open mahjong session Learn more at https://hmmr.buzz/mahjong.
Monday July 13
Study Abroad Q&A Drop-In
Mon 7/13 • 12PM - 1PM PDT RSVP
Are you considering studying abroad this 26/27 Academic Year? UCLA Financial Aid & Scholarships will be hosting a Q&A session to ensure all of your questions are answered! Please complete the RSVP form below to receive the Zoom details, thank you!
Media Best Practices: Use Captioning to Create Accessible Media
Mon 7/13 • 2PM - 3PM PDT
Description: This session will introduce instructors and TAs to accessibility tools that are available in Bruin Learn. We will demonstrate the following:- How to use auto-generated captions- How to edit captions- How to select optimal tools and formats for posting your videos- Overview of the WCAG 2.1 AA compliance deadline for April, 2026By the end of this session, participants will be able to select and utilize tools to make their media more accessible in Bruin Learn. Audience: Faculty, TAs, Staff
Tuesday July 14
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
UCLA IRB Review: Policy and Procedures
Tue 7/14 • 12PM - 1PM PDT RSVP
This workshop will provide an overview of the UCLA IRB application process and related policies and procedures.
Is New Quizzes Right for You?
Tue 7/14 • 3PM - 4PM PDT
Bruin Learn has two quiz engines available to instructors - Classic Quizzes (the original quiz tool) and New Quizzes. This session is aimed at faculty who would like to learn more about New Quizzes and its benefits, limitations, and upcoming features and enhancements. Audience: Faculty, TAs, Staff
Wednesday July 15
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
SUMMER OPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 7/15 • 2PM - 3PM PDT
UCLA F-1 visa students, do you want to know more about off-campus employment authorization? Join us on one of our weekly OPT webinars hosted by the Dashew Center staff to learn more!
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End-of-Term Grading in Bruin Learn & MyUCLA
Wed 7/15 • 3PM - 4PM PDT
This training session will demonstrate how to finalize your Bruin Learn gradebook and transfer Bruin Learn grades to MyUCLA. Audience: Faculty, TAs, Staff
Thursday July 16
Transfer Orientation - Open House
Thu 7/16 • 12:30PM - 4:30PM PDT
Transfer Student Center (Kerckhoff 128)
Come visit the Transfer Student Center during your orientation session to learn about transfer services, events, and ask questions about the UCLA transfer experience.
Twilight in the Garden
Thu 7/16 • 5:30PM - 7:30PM PDT
UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden, 707 Tiverton Drive
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!
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
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
Monday July 20
Accessibility in Action Workshop: Use Built-In Tools to Help Make Your Course Content Accessible
Mon 7/20 • 11AM - 11:45AM PDT
This interactive workshop provides the opportunity for Instructors and TAs to share their current Bruin Learn accessibility remediation tasks and learn how to use the UCLA-provided tools at their disposal to help remediate course content. We will review key features that support accessibility compliance and improve the usability of course content. By the end of the session, participants will have learned how to use the current accessibility tools in the Bruin Learn ecosystem to remediate issues relevant to their courses. Audience: Faculty, TAs, Staff
Transfer Orientation - Open House
Mon 7/20 • 12:30PM - 4:30PM PDT
Transfer Student Center (Kerckhoff 128)
Come visit the Transfer Student Center during your orientation session to learn about transfer services, events, and ask questions about the UCLA transfer experience.
Study Abroad Q&A Drop-In
Mon 7/20 • 3PM - 4PM PDT RSVP
Are you considering studying abroad this 26/27 Academic Year? UCLA Financial Aid & Scholarships will be hosting a Q&A session to ensure all of your questions are answered! Please complete the RSVP form below to receive the Zoom details, thank you!
Wednesday July 22
SUMMER CPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 7/22 • 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! Note: To access the webinar, students need to select “SSO” and type in “ucla” to be able to access the UCLA logon screen and sign in to the webinar.
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Website Makers Meetup
Wed 7/22 • 11AM - 12PM PDT
These meetups are for people who make websites. Join us every other week, on Wednesday at 11am, to ask any questions you may have about making websites at UCLA.
Transfer Empowerment Workshop
Wed 7/22 • 2PM - 4PM PDT RSVP
The Bruin Underground Scholars (BUS) Transfer Empowerment Workshop supports system-impacted and formerly incarcerated students preparing to transfer from community college to a four-year university. In collaboration with the UCLA Office of Undergraduate Admission, the workshop provides participants with guidance on Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) and Transfer Alliance Program (TAP) pathways, UC transfer preparation, the transfer admissions process, admissions requirements, and FAFSA planning while connecting with peers and staff who understand their experiences. To increase access, the workshop is offered as a virtual experience, allowing students who are unable to travel to UCLA to participate, engage with presenters, and access the same information and resources from anywhere.
Writing Successful Grant & Fellowship Applications (STEM Focus)
Wed 7/22 • 4:30PM - 6PM PDT RSVP
This workshop will first briefly review funding opportunities for graduate students in STEM fields. The workshop will then focus on strategies for writing effective applications for grants and fellowships to support graduate study and research, especially for students seeking doctorates and research MAs. The workshop will also cover tips for organizing the application process.
INTERNATIONAL GRAD STUDENT COMMUNITY DINNER
Wed 7/22 • 5PM - 6:30PM PDT
De Neve Plaza Room
International grad students are invited to join us on campus this summer for a community dinner! Join Dashew Center and other campus partners for a complimentary dinner at De Neve Plaza Room on Wednesday, July 22 from 5 - 6:30 PM. Representatives from the Dashew Center, the Graduate Student Resource Center, Graduate and Postdoctoral Success, and the Graduate Students Association will be in attendance and available to answer questions about resources and services. This event is also hosted in collaboration with Residence Life. Dinner will be available for the first 75 guests, and while registration is not required it is recommended! Grad students are welcome to attend with a spouse/partner and children.
Thursday July 23
BruinTech Summer Lunch & Learn: From Prompts to Action
Thu 7/23 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Join BruinTech for the next session in our Summer Lunch & Learn Series! Explore how Agentic AI, tool use, Model Context Protocol (MCP), reusable skills, feedback loops, and isolated environments are helping move AI beyond simple prompts toward systems that can observe, act, verify, and produce more reliable outcomes. The session will include a 20-minute presentation, a Jupyter Notebook demonstration, Q&A, and open discussion, with additional AI agent demonstrations as time permits. Whether you're new to Agentic AI or interested in the technical details behind emerging AI systems, all levels of experience are welcome. Register today and submit your questions in advance! Register for Lunch & Learn
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Hammer Members Night
Thu 7/23 • 6:30PM - 9PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Please join us for our first ever Members Night! Explore the galleries after hours with late-night access, soundtracked by DJ Sonic Warfare in the Annenberg Terrace. Throughout the evening, enjoy a hands-on printmaking activity on an exclusive Hammer mini tote bag with living materials. Food and drinks will be available for purchase all night. This event is exclusive to Hammer members. Not a member? Become a member today. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/membernight26
Friday July 24
Transfer Orientation - Open House
Fri 7/24 • 12:30PM - 4:30PM PDT
Transfer Student Center (Kerckhoff 128)
Come visit the Transfer Student Center during your orientation session to learn about transfer services, events, and ask questions about the UCLA transfer experience.
Sunday July 26
826LA@Hammer: How to Write a Movie!
Sun 7/26 • 11AM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Ever wondered how movies get written? In this workshop, students will invent characters, create a problem, and write a short movie scene together. Working in small groups, they’ll learn simple screenplay format and then watch actors perform the words they wrote. By the end of the session, every group will have helped create a story and see it come to life on stage. Led by screenwriter Thomas Heegaard who writes for film and television and helps develop stories from script to production. Location: Bay Nimoy Studio Learn more here https://hmmr.buzz/826LA-movie
Tuesday July 28
FITWELL Talks The Power of Qigong: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Well-Being
Tue 7/28 • 12PM - 12:30PM PDT RSVP
FITWELL Talks: Conversations with UCLA experts on the latest wellbeing research, practical recommendations, and more. Just thirty minutes via Zoom over your lunch hour. Join live, listen in, and come ready with questions. Take good care. Discover how the ancient practice of Qigong can help improve energy, reduce stress, enhance mental clarity, and support overall health in today’s fast-paced world. In this interactive 30-minute FITWELL Talk, UCLA Qigong instructor and holistic health coach Tomm Voss will explore the science and philosophy behind Qigong, explain how mindful movement, breathwork, and nervous system regulation influence both physical and mental well-being, and guide participants through a few simple exercises they can immediately incorporate into their daily lives. Whether you’re new to Qigong or simply looking for practical tools to improve resilience and performance, you’ll leave with techniques you can use anywhere.
Henry J. Bruman Summer Chamber Music Festival: Arcana Nomadica
Tue 7/28 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Lani Hall
Join us this summer in Lani Hall inside Schoenberg Music Building or via livestream for the Henry J. Bruman Summer Chamber Music Festival, curated by Artistic Director Ambroise Aubrun, D.M.A. The festival features free chamber music concerts by acclaimed artists. No reservations are required. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit the event website for full details.
How to Be a Dissident in an Age of Fear
Tue 7/28 • 7PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Fascism doesn't win because it's strong—it wins when people give up. Authoritarians count on their subjects feeling powerless. Pulitzer Prize winner Julia Angwin and former White House advisor Ami Fields-Meyer traveled the globe to find the students, workers, and everyday citizens who took on autocrats and won—and turned what they learned into a field guide. Their new book, On Courage: How to Be a Dissident in an Age of Fear, shows exactly how ordinary people can organize, resist, and defeat authoritarianism. Join the authors and journalist Jessica Yellin for a candid, galvanizing conversation. Featured on Rachel Maddow's podcast, who narrates the audiobook. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/bedissident
Wednesday July 29
Streamlining Courses Resources: Utilizing Free Library Reserves with Leganto
Wed 7/29 • 2PM - 3PM PDT
This training session will show you how to efficiently use Leganto (the "Course Reading List" tool) in Bruin Learn to request course reserves from UCLA Library. Please join us to learn how the Library can support your class by providing free access to required and recommended course texts to your students. Audience: Faculty, TAs
SUMMER OPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 7/29 • 2PM - 3PM PDT
UCLA F-1 visa students, do you want to know more about off-campus employment authorization? Join us on one of our weekly OPT webinars hosted by the Dashew Center staff to learn more!
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Writing Successful Grant & Fellowship Applications (Humanities/Social Sciences)
Wed 7/29 • 4:30PM - 6PM PDT RSVP
This workshop will first briefly review funding opportunities for graduate students in humanities, social sciences, and related fields. The workshop will then focus on strategies for writing effective applications for grants and fellowships to support graduate study and research, especially for students seeking doctorates and research MAs. We will also cover tips for organizing the application process.
Thursday July 30
Henry J. Bruman Summer Chamber Music Festival: 2x3: From Duo to Sextet
Thu 7/30 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Lani Hall
Join us this summer in Lani Hall inside Schoenberg Music Building or via livestream for the Henry J. Bruman Summer Chamber Music Festival, curated by Artistic Director Ambroise Aubrun, D.M.A. The festival features free chamber music concerts by acclaimed artists. No reservations are required. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit the event website for full details.
Transfer Orientation - Open House
Thu 7/30 • 12:30PM - 4:30PM PDT
Transfer Student Center (Kerckhoff 128)
Come visit the Transfer Student Center during your orientation session to learn about transfer services, events, and ask questions about the UCLA transfer experience.
After-hours tour of Five Centuries of Works on Paper: The Grunwald Center at 70, Part II with Tiffan
Thu 7/30 • 6PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Join UCLA professor Tiffany Barber for an after-hours tour of Five Centuries of Works on Paper: The Grunwald Center at 70, Part II. Capacity is limited. Visitors will be admitted on a first come, first served basis. Learn more here https://hmmr.buzz/barber-AHT.