Session C - 3 weeks
Monday August 3
UCLA Recreation - Beginner-Friendly Walking Program (8.3 - 8.31)
Mon 8/3 - Fri 8/7 RSVP
Get Started Walking, powered by the Chirpy app August 3–31, 2026 Designed for UCLA employees who are currently sedentary and those ready to commit to a 4-week walking journey (or other forms of accessible movement) and complete program assessments. Program includes: -A 4-week beginner walking program powered by the Chirpy app -FREE UCLA Recreation access to all facilities for the duration of the program - A supportive social community of Bruins
BUS Program: Applying to Law School
Mon 8/3 • 1PM - 2PM PDT RSVP
The Applying to Law School Workshop offers a supportive, stigma-free space for system-impacted and formerly incarcerated students interested in pursuing a JD. Led by the BUS Graduate Intern, this 30-minute overview breaks down the essentials of law school admissions, personal statements, letters of recommendation, and financial aid options while addressing common misconceptions about applying with a conviction history. The session closes with an open Q&A to tailor guidance to participants’ questions and goals, reinforcing that law school is an attainable and powerful pathway for justice-impacted scholars.
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Study Abroad Q&A Presentation
Mon 8/3 • 1PM - 2PM PDT RSVP
Are you considering studying abroad this 26/27 Academic Year? UCLA Financial Aid & Scholarships will be hosting a presentation session to ensure all of your questions are answered! Please complete the RSVP form to receive the Zoom details, thank you!
Tuesday August 4
UCLA Recreation - Beginner-Friendly Walking Program (8.3 - 8.31)
Mon 8/3 - Fri 8/7 RSVP
Get Started Walking, powered by the Chirpy app August 3–31, 2026 Designed for UCLA employees who are currently sedentary and those ready to commit to a 4-week walking journey (or other forms of accessible movement) and complete program assessments. Program includes: -A 4-week beginner walking program powered by the Chirpy app -FREE UCLA Recreation access to all facilities for the duration of the program - A supportive social community of Bruins
Transfer Empowerment Workshop Session 2
Tue 8/4 • 10AM - 3PM PDT RSVP
Upon 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. The workshop focuses on empowerment, transparency, and building a clear roadmap toward UCLA and other University of California campuses, ensuring students have the knowledge, resources, and support needed to successfully navigate their transfer journey.
Henry J. Bruman Summer Chamber Music Festival: Shostakovich & Dvorak
Tue 8/4 • 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.
Wednesday August 5
UCLA Recreation - Beginner-Friendly Walking Program (8.3 - 8.31)
Mon 8/3 - Fri 8/7 RSVP
Get Started Walking, powered by the Chirpy app August 3–31, 2026 Designed for UCLA employees who are currently sedentary and those ready to commit to a 4-week walking journey (or other forms of accessible movement) and complete program assessments. Program includes: -A 4-week beginner walking program powered by the Chirpy app -FREE UCLA Recreation access to all facilities for the duration of the program - A supportive social community of Bruins
SUMMER CPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 8/5 • 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!
Website Makers Meetup
Wed 8/5 • 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.
Applying for the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (General)
Wed 8/5 • 4:30PM - 6:15PM PDT RSVP
This workshop will discuss strategies for applying for the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship. This highly competitive fellowship provides three years of fellowship funding to successful applicants. The workshop will focus on the intellectual merit and broader impacts criteria for NSF grants, the structure of the research proposal and personal statement, suggestions for writing style, and tips for Fastlane submission.
After-Hours Tour of Space is the Place with Danielle Dean
Wed 8/5 • 6PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Join artist Danielle Dean for an after-hours tour of SPACE IS THE PLACE: Selections from the Hammer Contemporary Collection. Danielle Dean is an interdisciplinary artist and educator who works across video, sculpture, performance, and installation. Her art explores how technology, architecture, marketing, and media are used as tools of oppression and surveillance, bringing to light the histories of labor exploitation and resource extraction that are hidden beneath the ever-growing deluge of advertisements. Capacity is limited. Visitors will be admitted on a first come, first served basis. Learn more here https://hmmr.buzz/dean.
Thursday August 6
UCLA Recreation - Beginner-Friendly Walking Program (8.3 - 8.31)
Mon 8/3 - Fri 8/7 RSVP
Get Started Walking, powered by the Chirpy app August 3–31, 2026 Designed for UCLA employees who are currently sedentary and those ready to commit to a 4-week walking journey (or other forms of accessible movement) and complete program assessments. Program includes: -A 4-week beginner walking program powered by the Chirpy app -FREE UCLA Recreation access to all facilities for the duration of the program - A supportive social community of Bruins
Henry J. Bruman Summer Chamber Music Festival: Grand Finale with Martin Chalifour
Thu 8/6 • 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.
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
JazzPOP: Kasey Knudsen Sextet
Thu 8/6 • 8PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Kasey Knudsen, saxophone Henry Hung, trumpet Rob Ewing, trombone Dahveed Behroozi, piano Lisa Mezzacappa, bass Jon Arkin, drums San Francisco-based saxophonist Kasey Knudsen leads her sextet in creating spacious and evocative compositions. Each piece weaves improvisation into melodic and rhythmic themes which develop into imaginative new directions. Alexa Peters at Paste magazine called Knudsen one of ten women who are redefining jazz, adding “along with playing cascading, virtuosic solos, Knudsen experiments with sound design and effects, transforming the jazz listening experience.” In addition to leading her own projects, Knudsen has also collaborated with artists including Tune-Yards, Fred Frith, Charlie Hunter, and more. Learn more here https://hmmr.buzz/knudesen.
Friday August 7
UCLA Recreation - Beginner-Friendly Walking Program (8.3 - 8.31)
Mon 8/3 - Fri 8/7 RSVP
Get Started Walking, powered by the Chirpy app August 3–31, 2026 Designed for UCLA employees who are currently sedentary and those ready to commit to a 4-week walking journey (or other forms of accessible movement) and complete program assessments. Program includes: -A 4-week beginner walking program powered by the Chirpy app -FREE UCLA Recreation access to all facilities for the duration of the program - A supportive social community of Bruins
Transfer Orientation - Open House
Fri 8/7 • 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.
Superfish: Salmon
Fri 8/7 • 7:30PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Superfish: Salmon is a visually stunning documentary that takes audiences on a journey into the life of wild salmon. The film follows pioneering marine biologist and Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Rick Rosenthal as he embarks on a global journey to document the resilience, ecological necessity and existential threats facing wild salmon populations. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion with Jennifer Kemmerly, Vice President of Global Ocean Conservation at Monterey Bay Aquarium; Stephen Hohenrieder, CEO of Grounded Capital, investors in sustainable food systems; Curtis Knight, Executive Director of Cal Trout; Michael Cimarusti, Chef and co-owner of Michelin-starred Providence restaurant; and director Rick Rosenthal. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/superfish
Sunday August 9
Family Flicks: Turning Red
Sun 8/9 • 11AM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Co-presented by the UCLA Film & Television Archive Recommended for ages 10+ During the early aughts in Toronto, ambitious 13 year-old boy band fanatic Mei Lee is torn between remaining her mother's dutiful daughter and the chaos of teenage adolescence. When Mei discovers she transforms into a giant red panda when she gets too excited – which is, to her dismay, all of the time – she must reckon between her two selves: spirited teenager and obedient daughter. With vibrant animation and playful nods to the stylings of anime and manga, Turning Red captures the energy, uncertainty, and excitement of growing up. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/turning-ff
Turning Red
Sun 8/9 • 11AM PDT
Billy Wilder Theater
Presented by the UCLA Film & Television Archive and the Hammer Museum. The Billy Wilder Theater opens 15 minutes before each Family Flicks program. Year: 2022 Country: U.S. Language: English Runtime: 100 min. Digital. Color. During the early aughts in Toronto, ambitious 13-year-old boy band fanatic Mei Lee is torn between remaining her mother's dutiful daughter and the chaos of teenage adolescence. When Mei discovers she transforms into a giant red panda when she gets too excited — which is, to her dismay, all of the time — she must reckon between her two selves: spirited teenager and obedient daughter. With vibrant animation and playful nods to the stylings of anime and manga, Turning Red captures the energy, uncertainty and excitement of growing up. Director: Domee Shi.
Monday August 10
New York Tri-State Network: Bruins on Broadway: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Mon 8/10 • 3PM PDT
New World Stages • New York
@ Join the UCLA New York Tri-State Network for a fun evening of musical theatre at The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at New World Stage. We’ll meet at 6 p.m. before the show to connect with Bruins, distribute tickets, and invite interested attendees to sign up for the chance to participate onstage during the performance. Curtain follows with a fantastic cast led by television and film star Jon Cryer, alongside acclaimed Broadway performers. A UCLA Bruin is serving as an understudy, and we’re hoping to arrange a special post-show meet-and-greet if schedules permit. For any questions, please contact Johnobruin@gmail.com. Learn more about the production at [spellingbeenyc.com](http://spellingbeenyc.com/) Registration closes July 28. ### [New York Tri-State Network](https://alumni.ucla.edu/organizer/new-york-tri-state-network/) [View Organizer Website](https://alumni.ucla.edu/network/new-york-tri-state-network/) Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
Study Abroad Q&A Drop-In
Mon 8/10 • 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 to receive the Zoom details, thank you!
Tuesday August 11
Accessibility in Action Workshop: Use Built-In Tools to Help Make Your Course Content Accessible
Tue 8/11 • 2PM - 2:45PM 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: Facutly, TAs, Staff
South Bay Book Club – August
Tue 8/11 • 7PM PDT
@ 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. ### [South Bay Network](https://alumni.ucla.edu/organizer/south-bay-network/) [View Organizer Website](https://alumni.ucla.edu/network/south-bay-network/) Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
Wednesday August 12
Avoiding Plagiarism Workshop
Wed 8/12 • 10AM - 11AM 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.
SUMMER OPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 8/12 • 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!
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
Writing the Personal Statement
Wed 8/12 • 5:30PM - 6:30PM PDT RSVP
This workshop will cover strategies for writing personal statements for fellowship applications, residencies, and PhD programs. Among other topics, we will discuss organization, introductions and conclusions, and use of examples. Students from all schools and departments are welcome to attend. The workshop will be offered twice.
Conversation: Mike Cloud & Charles Gaines
Wed 8/12 • 7:30PM PDT
Mike Cloud is a Chicago-based artist who explores contemporary social and political issues through the visual language of abstraction. On the occasion of Cloud's Hammer Project, he will sit in conversation with artist Charles Gaines to discuss his installation in the museum lobby and the connections between their shared artistic practices. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/cloud-gaines
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. ### [Advising Communities of Excellence (ACE)](https://alumni.ucla.edu/organizer/advising-communities-of-excellence-ace/) Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
Bay Area Network: August Happy Hour
Thu 8/13 • 5PM PDT
Almanac Adventureland • Alameda
@ Join us for our East Bay Happy Hour at Almanac Adventureland Barrel House & Taproom in Alameda, a dog (and kid) friendly, spacious gathering spot with shaded outdoor and indoor seating, an arcade, and a vast drink menu with award-winning beers, wine and much more. A food truck representing one of several local restaurants that alternate throughout the week will also be parked on site. ### [San Francisco Bay Area Network](https://alumni.ucla.edu/organizer/san-francisco-bay-area-network/) [View Organizer Website](https://alumni.ucla.edu/network/san-francisco-bay-area-network/) Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
Writing the Personal Statement
Thu 8/13 • 5:30PM - 6:30PM PDT RSVP
This workshop will cover strategies for writing personal statements for fellowship applications, residencies, and PhD programs. Among other topics, we will discuss organization, introductions and conclusions, and use of examples. Students from all schools and departments are welcome to attend. The workshop will be offered twice.
JazzPOP: Malachi Whitson Quartet
Thu 8/13 • 8PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Malachi Whitson, drums Kai Lyons, guitar David Michael Otis, alto sax Ben Williams, bass Drummer, composer, educator, and community builder Malachi Whitson creates boundary-defying jazz rooted in the deep traditions of the Black Music canon–blues, gospel, swing, bebop–while simultaneously incorporating West African polyrhythms and Afro-Caribbean grooves. A passionate drummer since childhood, Whitson approaches the drums as not only an instrument, but a way of listening, connecting, and imagining a more vibrant world. Originally from the Bay Area and now based in Los Angeles, Whitson brings his new quartet to the JazzPOP stage to create music that connects ancestral echoes with contemporary voices in a sound that is unmistakably their own. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/whitson-j20
Saturday August 15
New Bruin Send-off Celebration: Houston
Sat 8/15 • 8:30AM PDT
Private Residence: Houston, TX – Location provided upon RSVP • Houston TX
@ Join our New Bruin Send-off Celebration, where you will meet other incoming students, families and alumni. Send-offs are filled with Bruin pride and the beginning of lifelong friendships and lasting memories. Wherever you are, Send-offs are the perfect way to find your UCLA community before you begin your Bruin journey. Start building your network at the Send-off! For questions in advance of the event, contact the Future Bruin Initiatives at FutureBruin@alumni.ucla.edu. About New Bruin Send-off Celebrations: Hosted by regional, diversity and affinity alumni networks each summer, these celebratory and casual gatherings bring together students, parents and alumni for events ranging from backyard gatherings to picnics in community parks. Each event is unique, but one common theme always emerges: the strength and reach of the UCLA community. Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
New Bruin Send-off Celebration: UCLA Latino Alumni Association
Sat 8/15 • 11AM PDT
UCLA, James West Alumni Center • Los Angeles CA
@ Join our New Bruin Send-off Celebration, where you will meet other incoming students, families and alumni. Send-offs are filled with Bruin pride and the beginning of lifelong friendships and lasting memories. Wherever you are, Send-offs are the perfect way to find your UCLA community before you begin your Bruin journey. Start building your network at the Send-off! For questions in advance of the event, contact the Future Bruin Initiatives at FutureBruin@alumni.ucla.edu. About New Bruin Send-off Celebrations: Hosted by regional, diversity and affinity alumni networks each summer, these celebratory and casual gatherings bring together students, parents and alumni for events ranging from backyard gatherings to picnics in community parks. Each event is unique, but one common theme always emerges: the strength and reach of the UCLA community. ### [UCLA Latino Alumni Association](https://alumni.ucla.edu/organizer/ucla-latino-alumni-association/) [View Organizer Website](https://alumni.ucla.edu/network/ucla-latino-alumni-association/) Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
Sacramento Network: 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 local Bruins. Come eat, catch up, and meet some new or familiar faces in the Sac community. Whether you’re new to Sac or have been here forever, come on out. We’d love to have you! ### [Sacramento Network](https://alumni.ucla.edu/organizer/sacramento-network/) [View Organizer Website](https://alumni.ucla.edu/network/sacramento-network/) Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
The UCLA Lambda Alumni Association Pool Party
Sat 8/15 • 2PM PDT
RSVP for Location
@ You are cordially invited to the UCLA Lambda Alumni Pool Party. Join us for a refreshing afternoon of poolside relaxation, delicious food, and great drinks. This is an excellent opportunity to network with fellow UCLA Bruins and make meaningful new connections in a festive setting! Tickets are $30. Proceeds from this event are dedicated to advancing the UCLA Lambda Alumni Association, with 70% directly funding student scholarships and 30% supporting ongoing chapter operations. ### [UCLA Lambda LGBTQ Alumni Association](https://alumni.ucla.edu/organizer/ucla-lambda-lgbtq-alumni-association/) [View Organizer Website](https://alumni.ucla.edu/network/ucla-lambda-lgbtq-alumni-association/) Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
Nocturne
Sat 8/15 • 7:30PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Three artists – Joy Guidry, Speaker Music, and Alima Lee – take up the questions and critiques Arthur Jafa raises in his experimental film The White Album, with performances featuring a mix of live instrumentation, electronics, and spoken word. Through space, light and atmosphere, the program aims to dissolve the boundary between performer and audience, sound and presence, the seen and unseen. Deluge presents Nocturne, an evening of live experimental sound at the Hammer Museum, staged in conjunction with Arthur Jafa: The White Album. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/nocturne
Sunday August 16
New Bruin Send-off Celebration: North Carolina
Sun 8/16 • 8AM PDT
Private Residence: Greensboro, NC – address provided upon RSVP • Greensboro North Carolina
@ Join our New Bruin Send-off Celebration, where you will meet other incoming students, families and alumni. Send-offs are filled with Bruin pride and the beginning of lifelong friendships and lasting memories. Wherever you are, Send-offs are the perfect way to find your UCLA community before you begin your Bruin journey. Start building your network at the Send-off! For questions in advance of the event, contact the Future Bruin Initiatives at FutureBruin@alumni.ucla.edu. About New Bruin Send-off Celebrations: Hosted by regional, diversity and affinity alumni networks each summer, these celebratory and casual gatherings bring together students, parents and alumni for events ranging from backyard gatherings to picnics in community parks. Each event is unique, but one common theme always emerges: the strength and reach of the UCLA community. Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
826LA@Hammer: Stories in Our Hands: Object-Based Memoir
Sun 8/16 • 11AM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
In this memoir essay workshop, participants will bring a meaningful object from home—a photograph, keepsake, book, or everyday item—and use it as a doorway into their personal story. Through guided sensory prompts and writing exercises, students will explore how this object connects to their background, family traditions, identity, and hopes for the future. They will craft a short memoir essay inspired by their object, culminating in a celebratory share-out that honors each student’s voice, imagination, and sense of belonging. Led by author Margaret Chandra Kerrison who most recently published an essay collection Los Angeles Lost and Found. She is a creative consultant who has worked with Disney Imagineering and leading design agencies to craft immersive, place-based stories. Across page and project, her work centers on shaping narratives that connect people more deeply to culture, community, and meaning. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/826LA-objmemoir
New Bruin Send-off Celebration: Conejo Valley
Sun 8/16 • 11AM PDT
Conejo Creek North Park • Thousand Oaks
@ Join our New Bruin Send-off Celebration, where you will meet other incoming students, families and alumni. Send-offs are filled with Bruin pride and the beginning of lifelong friendships and lasting memories. Wherever you are, Send-offs are the perfect way to find your UCLA community before you begin your Bruin journey. Start building your network at the Send-off! For questions in advance of the event, contact the Future Bruin Initiatives at FutureBruin@alumni.ucla.edu. About New Bruin Send-off Celebrations: Hosted by regional, diversity and affinity alumni networks each summer, these celebratory and casual gatherings bring together students, parents and alumni for events ranging from backyard gatherings to picnics in community parks. Each event is unique, but one common theme always emerges: the strength and reach of the UCLA community. ### [Conejo Valley Network](https://alumni.ucla.edu/organizer/conejo-valley-network/) [View Organizer Website](https://alumni.ucla.edu/network/conejo-valley-network/) Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
New Bruin Send-off Celebration: Pilipino Alumni Association
Sun 8/16 • 2PM PDT
UCLA, James West Alumni Center • Los Angeles CA
@ Join our New Bruin Send-off Celebration, where you will meet other incoming students, families and alumni. Send-offs are filled with Bruin pride and the beginning of lifelong friendships and lasting memories. Wherever you are, Send-offs are the perfect way to find your UCLA community before you begin your Bruin journey. Start building your network at the Send-off! For questions in advance of the event, contact the Future Bruin Initiatives at FutureBruin@alumni.ucla.edu. About New Bruin Send-off Celebrations: Hosted by regional, diversity and affinity alumni networks each summer, these celebratory and casual gatherings bring together students, parents and alumni for events ranging from backyard gatherings to picnics in community parks. Each event is unique, but one common theme always emerges: the strength and reach of the UCLA community. Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
Monday August 17
Transfer Orientation - Open House
Mon 8/17 • 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.
Media Best Practices: Video Assignments, Lectures, and Introductions
Mon 8/17 • 2PM - 3PM PDT
Description This session demonstrates best practices for adding media to your course as well as utilizing media in student work, such as assignments and introductions. We will cover the following: - Upload and post videos to your course - Create video submission assignments - Create an introductory discussion with video You will be provided with documentation and resources that you can use to add these activities to your course.
Tuesday August 18
HireUC Alumni Career Summit- Irvine
Tue 8/18 • 10AM PDT
UCI Student Center, Pacifica Ballroom • Irvine CA
@ Reconnect with the UC community and discover what’s next in your career. The HireUC Alumni Career Summit – Irvine brings together University of California alumni, graduate students, and doctoral candidates from all 10 UC campuses for a day of networking, career exploration, and meaningful connections with employers actively seeking talent. Join us on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at the UCI Student Center to meet representatives from 75+ employers across a wide range of industries and career fields. Whether you’re exploring new opportunities, considering a career transition, or expanding your professional network, this welcoming, expo-style event offers a valuable opportunity to connect face-to-face with organizations ready to hire. Event Details • Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 • Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. • Location: UCI Student Center, Pacifica Ballroom (311 W. Peltason Drive, Irvine, CA 92697) • Cost: Complimentary for alumni attendees • Registration: Advance registration is required We look forward to welcoming you and helping you take the next step in your professional journey. Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
Orange County Network: B1G 10: Shaken, Stirred & Served Chilled
Tue 8/18 • 4PM PDT
Bar Louie Tustin • Tustin California
@ Big Ten alumni are taking over Bar Louie Tustin for a night of conference pride, handcrafted cocktails, craveable bites, and connections served with a side of friendly competition. Join the Big Ten Club of Southern California on Tuesday, August 18 at 4:00 PM for a high-energy gastrobar mixer at The District, where school colors are encouraged and Big Ten spirit is always on the menu. Arrive hungry and thirsty: Bar Louie’s happy hour runs from 4:00–7:00 PM, with $9 burgers on deck. During the mixer, jump into the cornhole competition and see who has the best toss in the conference. Then, if you want to keep the night chilled, stick around afterward for Bar Louie’s trivia night and compete for big prizes. No speeches. No formal program. Just a can’t-miss Orange County night shaken, stirred, and served hot. * * * Please use the registration link that Big Ten Alumni Club of SoCal provided. ### [Orange County Network](https://alumni.ucla.edu/organizer/orange-county-network/) [View Organizer Website](https://alumni.ucla.edu/network/orange-county-network/) Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
All UC Alumni in STEM: Orange County Mixer
Tue 8/18 • 6PM PDT
The Commons at UCI Research Park • Irvine CA
@ Connect with alumni from all 10 UC campuses working and driving innovation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematical (STEM) related fields across Orange County at an exclusive networking reception. Hosted at The Commons at UCI Research Park, this mixer is an opportunity to expand your professional network and celebrate your shared UC experience. Enjoy light appetizers, refreshments and great conversation in a relaxed, open-air environment. Space for this event is limited. Please RSVP for your complimentary ticket by August 12 to ensure your spot. ### [Orange County Network](https://alumni.ucla.edu/organizer/orange-county-network/) [View Organizer Website](https://alumni.ucla.edu/network/orange-county-network/) Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
Flux, Summer 2026
Tue 8/18 • 7:30PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
The Flux Screening Series brings the creative community together for a night of outstanding short films and music videos, featuring wildly inventive filmmaker presentations and performances. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/flux-s26
Wednesday August 19
SUMMER CPT WEBINARS (FOR F-1 VISA STUDENTS)
Wed 8/19 • 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!
Website Makers Meetup
Wed 8/19 • 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.
FITWELL Talks: Your Guide to Smarter Strength Training
Wed 8/19 • 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. August 2026 - FITWELL Talks Your Guide to Smarter Strength Training with UCLA Recreation Instructor KC Reischerl Discover the fundamentals of safe and effective strength training, including common mistakes to avoid, proper technique, and practical tips to help you build confidence in and out of the weight room. The session will also highlight UCLA Recreation FITWELL's free wellness programs and resources, making it easy to find opportunities that support your health and fitness goals. If time allows, stay until 12:45p to chat and connect with fellow Bruins. https://fitwell.recreation.ucla.edu/programs/special-events
Self-Editing Strategies for Non-Native Speakers of English
Wed 8/19 • 4:30PM - 6PM PDT RSVP
This workshop will provide concrete strategies and online tools to enable non-native speakers of English to improve their writing and editing process, check grammatical issues, make appropriate vocabulary choices and approach issues like article and preposition usage in their own writing projects.
Thursday August 20
HireUC Alumni Career Summit- San Francisco
Thu 8/20 • 10AM PDT
South San Francisco Conference Center • 94080
@ Reconnect with the UC community and discover what’s next in your career. The HireUC Alumni Career Summit – San Francisco brings together University of California alumni, graduate students, and doctoral candidates from all 10 UC campuses for a day of networking, career exploration, and meaningful connections with employers actively seeking talent. Join us on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at the South San Francisco Conference Center to meet representatives from 75+ employers across a wide range of industries and career fields. Whether you’re exploring new opportunities, considering a career transition, or expanding your professional network, this welcoming, expo-style event offers a valuable opportunity to connect face-to-face with organizations ready to hire. As part of the UC alumni community, you’ll have access to a diverse group of employers, fellow alumni, and career professionals in a welcoming, expo-style setting designed to support your career journey. Event Details • Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026 • Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. • Location: South San Francisco Conference Center, 255 S Airport Boulevard, South San Francisco, CA 94080 • Cost: Complimentary for alumni attendees • Registration: Advance registration is required We look forward to welcoming you and helping you take the next step in your professional journey. Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
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. Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
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
Strategic Reading
Thu 8/20 • 4:30PM - 5:45PM PDT RSVP
Feeling overwhelmed by your reading lists? Concerned that you are missing the point of what you have just read? Are you taking pages of notes for every article you read? This workshop will cover effective reading and note-taking strategies so that you read more efficiently, assess your reading with a critical eye, and annotate each work so that important concepts are easily accessible. Note: This workshop does not teach speed-reading techniques.
Twilight in the Garden
Thu 8/20 • 5:30PM - 7:30PM PDT RSVP
UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden, 707 Tiverton Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90095
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!
UCLA Black Alumni Association In the City – Networking Happy Hour
Thu 8/20 • 6PM PDT
The District by GS • Los Angeles CA
@ The UCLA Black Alumni Association is hosting a happy hour as part of our UBAA in the City series. This is an opportunity for Black Bruins to network while supporting a Black-owned business. The event will run from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, but happy hour specials end at 7:00 PM. ### [UCLA Black Alumni Association](https://alumni.ucla.edu/organizer/ucla-black-alumni-association/) [View Organizer Website](https://alumni.ucla.edu/network/ucla-black-alumni-association/) Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
Alumni Affairs: Bay Area Networking Night
Thu 8/20 • 6:30PM PDT
Blue Line Pizza • Burlingame CA
@ Join other Bruins for an evening of networking, conversation, and community at our Bay Area Networking Event. Whether you’re looking to expand your professional network, reconnect with UCLA alumni, or simply meet other Bruins in the area, this event is a great opportunity to build meaningful connections in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Enjoy light bites while connecting with alumni from a variety of industries and career stages. Bring a friend, make new connections, and discover ways to stay engaged with the Bay Area Bruins community and future UCLA Alumni events. We look forward to seeing you there! ### [San Francisco Bay Area Network](https://alumni.ucla.edu/organizer/san-francisco-bay-area-network/) [View Organizer Website](https://alumni.ucla.edu/network/san-francisco-bay-area-network/) Add to calendar * Google Calendar * iCalendar * Outlook 365 * Outlook Live
JazzPOP: Machado Mijiga Trio
Thu 8/20 • 8PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Machado Mijiga, drums Dario LaPoma, piano Milo Fultz, bass Portland multi-instrumentalist Machado Mijiga does not sit still. At just 31 years old, the prolific performer and producer has already released three dozen albums and a slew of singles and EPs spanning genres from jazz to R&B to electronica and hip hop. For his concert at the Hammer, Mijiga and his trio will embrace the eclecticism, pulling from all corners of his vast body of work to synthesize its unique quirks into a tight and lively performance. Learn more here: https://hmmr.buzz/mijiga-j20
Friday August 21
Transfer Orientation - Open House
Fri 8/21 • 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.