Bruin State of Mind
At UCLA, there’s nothing you can’t do.
The True Bruin experience is more than a single place, or any one moment. It’s a state of mind.
True Bruin Welcome frames that state of mind through dozens of events that will help you discover new communities, make lifelong friends, ignite your passions, uphold our traditions, and enjoy a taste of everything UCLA has to offer.
Whether you’re living on campus or studying from home, UCLA is here to help you enter your next stage of personal growth and academic success. Your True Bruin state of mind is waiting for you at True Bruin Welcome.
True Bruin Welcome • Day 1 • Thursday September 9/24
Graduate Student Orientation Week
Mon 9/21 - Fri 9/25
The UCLA Graduate Students Association and the UCLA Graduate Student Resource Center host the Graduate Student Orientation annually and this event is the official campus-wide orientation for graduate students. We invite all new graduate and...
How to Win Scholarships with the Scholarship Resource Center
Thu 9/24 • 8AM - 5PM PDT
This prerecorded workshop will introduce new UCLA students on to how students can find, apply for and win scholarships (especially "outside" scholarships beyond the usual offerings from various UCLA offices and departments). The Scholarship Resource...
Blood and Platelet Donation
Thu 9/24 • 9AM - 3:45PM PDT
Ackerman Student Union will be open Monday-Friday 9 am to 3:40 pm. New students will receive a special UCLA t-shirt. Co-Sponsored with BruinsVote and CALPIRG at UCLA.
Program and Department Calendar Training
Thu 9/24 • 10AM - 10:30AM PDT
Learn about requesting and managing a UCLA Community calendar for your UCLA department or program.
Fall 2020 Auditions
Thu 9/24 • 12PM PDT
Online
Resonance will be hosting auditions this fall in a completely virtual setting. The submission form will be open from Sept 24 - Oct 6. More information can be found on our website!
UCLA INFEWS Careers in Sustainability Series (CIS)- Rita Kampalath
Thu 9/24 • 2PM - 3PM PDT
Zoom
INFEWS is pleased to cordially invite you to join us for our second talk of the year-long series Careers in Sustainability (CIS). We are honored to have Dr. Rita Kampalath, the Los Angeles County Chief Sustainability Office Program Director, as our...
Alumni • Career • Networks • Recent Grads
Sciences Graduate Student Resource Fair
Thu 9/24 • 3PM - 4:30PM PDT
Are you a graduate student at UCLA? Curious how the library can support you in the remote learning environment?? Join us in our first ever virtual Graduate Student Resource Fair. In this specially customized world, you can get a chance to walk...
VRCs This is Bruin Life 2020 Watch Party
Thu 9/24 • 5PM PDT
Join us to view the Orientation to Bruin Life video! Whether you are a new or returning UCLA student, this watch party will make you proud to be a Bruin and remind you of how incredible our beautiful campus and community are! Email the UCLA veteran...
Online Program - DISRUPT the Fowler: Lauren Lee McCarthy
Thu 9/24 • 5PM - 6PM PDT
RSVP to receive Zoom link to join as the date nears. Lauren Lee McCarthy is a DISRUPTOR in tech and academia. An artist and computer programmer, she creates work that invites deep examination of the intimate relationship between technology and...
This is Bruin Life
Thu 9/24 • 5PM - 6PM PDT
Kickoff the year with UCLA’s signature new student welcome, This is Bruin Life, which features our Chancellor, student body president, campus leaders, current students and alumni. Using art and storytelling, they share what they have learned at...
Bruin Professionals Virtual Sangria Soiree
Thu 9/24 • 5PM PDT
Zoom
Our most prized event of the fall is going virtual and it’s going to be a blast. We’ll be hosting Myles Nye ’03 and Greg Snyder ’01 from Wise Guy Events. They’ll be leading us in some fun games while we sip on sangria and enjoy some delicious food...
UCLA Latino Alumni Association Open House
Thu 9/24 • 6:30PM PDT
Zoom
Join the UCLA Latino Alumni Association for an informational open house on Thursday, Sept. 24, at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Meet the ULAA board and learn how you can get more involved in our network this year.
Bruin Bingo presented by ASUCLA
Thu 9/24 • 8PM - 10PM PDT
Come play Bruin Bingo with your new classmates and try your hand at winning some awesome prizes!
True Bruin Welcome • Day 2 • Friday September 9/25
Enormous Activities Fair (EAF)
Fri 9/25 - Mon 9/28
The Enormous Activities Fair is the showcase for hundreds of student organizations and resources! EAF will be virtual on Instagram so all students can take their time to checkout the different clubs at UCLA and the different resources and...
Graduate Student Orientation Week
Mon 9/21 - Fri 9/25
The UCLA Graduate Students Association and the UCLA Graduate Student Resource Center host the Graduate Student Orientation annually and this event is the official campus-wide orientation for graduate students. We invite all new graduate and...
Air Force ROTC Open House
Fri 9/25 • 10AM - 11AM PDT
Air Force ROTC Open House is a program designed for leaders that are daring, innovative and ready to take lead in the US Air and Space Forces. Visit our open house and learn more about UCLA's Air Force ROTC program. Join us to meet current faculty...
Chem & Biochem: Physical Sciences New Student Welcome
Fri 9/25 • 11AM - 12PM PDT
The UCLA Dean of Physical Sciences invites freshmen and first-year transfer students to a series of events just for you! These events are geared toward new students interested in a Physical Sciences major or minor, including biochemistry;...
Students from Rural Areas and Small Towns Meet-and-Greet
Fri 9/25 • 1PM - 2:30PM PDT
Are you a new Bruin from a rural area or small town? You’re not alone! Come to our remote welcome event and connect with other students, staff and faculty.
BruinsVOTE Trivia Night
Fri 9/25 • 2PM - 4PM PDT
UCLA Students: Join BruinsVote! to have a trivia night, meet others and win prizes by answering multiple choice questions about voting like what the propositions on the ballot would do or when certain groups of people got the right to vote. The...
Virtual Den Camp
Fri 9/25 • 3PM - 4:30PM PDT
Bond with fellow Bruins as you conquer challenges in this fast-paced online adventure experience. Join a Den Team of fellow Bruins in this virtual experience reminiscent of summer camp. UCLA Recreation facilitators will brief you and your team...
Online Program - Global Cuisine Cooking Lesson with Maam Sir
Fri 9/25 • 5PM - 6PM PDT
RSVP to receive Zoom link to join as the date nears. Recognized by MICHELIN as one of LA’s best restaurants, Ma’am Sir was a labor of love of Filipino chef Charles Olalia. Ma’am Sir dishes embody the energy of a “Filipino party in urban Manila,”...
AOS EPSS and IoES: Physical Sciences New Student Welcome
Fri 9/25 • 6PM - 7PM PDT
The UCLA Dean of Physical Sciences invites freshmen and first-year transfer students to a series of events just for you! These events are geared toward new students interested in a Physical Sciences major or minor, including biochemistry;...
Bruin Nights- Trivia & Games
Fri 9/25 • 8PM - 10PM PDT
Join us for a fun-filled night of UCLA trivia and games such as scavenger hunts, scattergories, and more! This is a great opportunity to make new friends while engaging in some friendly competition.
True Bruin Welcome • Day 3 • Saturday September 9/26
Enormous Activities Fair (EAF)
Fri 9/25 - Mon 9/28
The Enormous Activities Fair is the showcase for hundreds of student organizations and resources! EAF will be virtual on Instagram so all students can take their time to checkout the different clubs at UCLA and the different resources and...
Physics & Astronomy: Physical Sciences New Student Welcome
Sat 9/26 • 11AM - 12PM PDT
The UCLA Dean of Physical Sciences invites freshmen and first-year transfer students to a series of events just for you! These events are geared toward new students interested in a Physical Sciences major or minor, including biochemistry;...
Meet the Greeks
Sat 9/26 • 5PM - 7PM PDT
Come learn more about UCLA's Greek Community as we welcome new and continuing students to UCLA. Click on the videos from the Asian Greek Council, Interfraternity Council, Latinx Greek Council, Multi-Interest Greek Council, National Pan-Hellenic...
Math: Physical Sciences New Student Welcome
Sat 9/26 • 6PM - 7PM PDT
The UCLA Dean of Physical Sciences invites freshmen and first-year transfer students to a series of events just for you! These events are geared toward new students interested in a Physical Sciences major or minor, including biochemistry;...
True Bruin Welcome • Day 4 • Sunday September 9/27
Enormous Activities Fair (EAF)
Fri 9/25 - Mon 9/28
The Enormous Activities Fair is the showcase for hundreds of student organizations and resources! EAF will be virtual on Instagram so all students can take their time to checkout the different clubs at UCLA and the different resources and...
UCLA Navy Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) Open House
Sun 9/27 • 10AM - 1PM PDT
Are you interested in joining military training? The UCLA Navy Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) Open House will feature photographs and videos from NROTC related events to highlight programs and show NROTC students who work hard during...
This is Bruin Life: Watch Party
Sun 9/27 • 11:30AM - 1PM PDT
Missed the premiere? Watch This is Bruin Life with the Dean of Students, Maria Blandizzi, as you prepare to kick off fall quarter. Join her on Sunday, September 27, at 11:30am PST
Table Top Shakespeare: Much Ado About Nothing
Sun 9/27 • 12PM - 2PM PDT
A salt and pepper are the king and queen. A vase is the prince. A matchbox is the servant. A toilet roll tube is the innkeeper. A water bottle, the messenger… Welcome, new and returning Bruins! UCLA’s Center for the Art of Performance invites you to...
UCLA Latino Alumni Association Movie Night
Sun 9/27 • 7PM PDT
Online
Enjoy a virtual screening of “In Other Words” followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers.
True Bruin Welcome • Day 5 • Monday September 9/28
UCLA Store Big Bruin Sale
Mon 9/28 - Tue 9/29
Who wants UCLA Swag? Join the UCLA Bookstore for their Annual BIG Sale. Get your discounted Bruin Gear NOW. Its a two day sale only!
Enormous Activities Fair (EAF)
Fri 9/25 - Mon 9/28
The Enormous Activities Fair is the showcase for hundreds of student organizations and resources! EAF will be virtual on Instagram so all students can take their time to checkout the different clubs at UCLA and the different resources and...
Computational & Systems Biology (CaSB) New Student Welcome
Mon 9/28 • 10AM - 11AM PDT
Welcome event for pre-CaSB students. Come meet the program chair, hear from upperclassmen, learn more about the program, and meet other new pre-CaSB majors.Intended for admitted pre-CaSB freshmen and transfers. Students interested in switching to...
Ecology & Evolutionary Biology (EEB) Welcome
Mon 9/28 • 11AM - 12PM PDT
Welcome to EEB! Join us to meet the chair, undergraduate vice chair, faculty, and staff from the EEB Undergraduate Office. Join us to learn about the EEB department and services that are available, especially in a virtual world. Zoom info: Meeting...
UCLA Library - Ask Us Anything
Mon 9/28 • 1PM - 1:30PM PDT
Questions about the LIbrary? This is the opportunity for new Bruins to ask questions about how to find and access full-text materials online including course reserves and text books, or where to check out a laptop or WiFi hotspot.
College Academic Counseling Welcome
Mon 9/28 • 2PM - 3PM PDT
Join College Academic Counseling to learn about how they can help you tailor your UCLA experience to support your intellectual, personal, and professional goals. Get to know the Academic Advisors/Counselors, Peer Counselors, and College Academic...
Alpha Delta Chi Fall Recruitment
Mon 9/28 • 6PM - 7PM PDT
Info Night! Meet the sisters and learn more about our sisterhood!
Virtual Den Camp
Mon 9/28 • 7PM - 8:30PM PDT
Bond with fellow Bruins as you conquer challenges in this fast-paced online adventure experience. Join a Den Team of fellow Bruins in this virtual experience reminiscent of summer camp. UCLA Recreation facilitators will brief you and your team...
Spicy Ramen Challenge and Mug Cakes
Mon 9/28 • 8PM - 9PM PDT
Do you ramen? Do you like spicy ramen? Join Liz Hartwell and Aditya Sivakumar as they will lead a spicy ramen challenge to kick off the week. You will be encouraged to ask questions and get to know each other in breakout rooms and their challenge...
Graduate Student Mixer
Mon 9/28 • 8PM - 9:30PM PDT
Come chat with other students before the start of the year! The event will be organized into three rounds with each round being a different general topic. Participants will be given a menu of conversation themes related to the general topic and...
ASC Spicy Ramen Challenge and Mug Shakes
Mon 9/28 • 8PM - 9PM PDT
Liz Hartwell and Aditya Sivakumar will lead a spicy ramen challenge to kick off the week. Students will be encouraged to ask questions and get to know each other in breakout rooms and their challenge leaders as they enjoy spicy ramen, functioning as...
True Bruin Welcome • Day 6 • Tuesday September 9/29
UCLA Store Big Bruin Sale
Mon 9/28 - Tue 9/29
Who wants UCLA Swag? Join the UCLA Bookstore for their Annual BIG Sale. Get your discounted Bruin Gear NOW. Its a two day sale only!
Visa Questions Instagram Live
Tue 9/29 • 8AM - 8:30AM PDT
Visa questions? Join our Instagram live series where a current UCLA international student will chat with a Dashew F-1 Visa Counselor about visa FAQs for all international students. This event is targeted for new international students. Follow us...
Labor Studies Welcome
Tue 9/29 • 10AM - 12PM PDT
Learn more about the Labor Studies program and meet staff, faculty and new and current students. Register:...
Institute for Research on Labor and Employment • Labor Studies
Disability Studies Minor Open House
Tue 9/29 • 11AM - 12PM PDT
Learn about the Disability Studies Minor, Food Studies Minor, and Social Thought Minor. Meet the Minor Counselors and declared students to learn about the interdisciplinary minors. Interested students are encouraged to review our minor websites...
Food Studies Minor Open House
Tue 9/29 • 11AM - 12PM PDT
Learn about the Food Studies Minor, Disability Studies, and Social Thought Minor. Meet the Minor Counselors and declared students to learn about the interdisciplinary minors. Interested students are encouraged to review our minor websites prior to...
Social Thought Minor Open House
Tue 9/29 • 11AM - 12PM PDT
Learn about the Social Thought Minor, Disability Studies Minor, and Food Studies Minor. Meet the Minor Counselors and declared students to learn about the interdisciplinary minors. Interested students are encouraged to review our minor websites...
Transfer Welcome & Trivia
Tue 9/29 • 11AM - 12PM PDT
Welcome Transfers!! Let's test your knowledge of the UCLA Transfer Community! Top 3 winners will receive prizes!! Hosted by the UCLA Transfer Student Center. FB: @uclatransfers and IG: @uclatransfers
Online Program - Lunch & Learn on Joli: A Masquerade of Hope
Tue 9/29 • 12PM - 12:30PM PDT
RSVP to receive Zoom link to join as the date nears. This spectacular headdress was created by young artists who emigrated from the countryside of Sierra Leone to the capital of Freetown after the country gained independence from the British in...
ASUCLA On Campus Employment - Q&A
Tue 9/29 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Job security is an important component of the student experience for many. Although our campus employment opportunities are limited, this event is intended to provide information and promote transparency and community.
CPO: Your Cross-Cultural Center
Tue 9/29 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
The Community Programs Office serves as the campus’ cross-cultural center, focusing on K-14 college preparation programs, basic needs, holistic retention and leadership development, community service and civic engagement. Join us for a one-hour...
Caroline Polacheck Live in Concert: a virtual experience
Tue 9/29 • 12PM - 2PM PDT
Originally scheduled to play live at Royce Hall in May, Caroline Polachek will join UCLA students live, virtually on September 29, 2020. Join us for an intimate musical set followed by a discussion moderated by SCA\u0027s 2020-2021 Co-Directors.
The CPO Presents: Basic Needs at UCLA
Tue 9/29 • 1PM PDT
For more than 11 years, the Community Programs Office has been fighting student hunger and supporting students’ basic needs through innovative services and programs. Acknowledging the heavy cost to attain graduate education, the CPO offers an array...
Commuter Students Meet and Greet
Tue 9/29 • 1PM - 2PM PDT
Join and meet other commuter students while playing a fun game of Kahoot! We will begin with introductions and then move to a virtual game that will highlight commuter resources to aid new and returning commuter students transition into the new...
Online game with breakout room
Tue 9/29 • 1PM - 2PM PDT
Join the ASC board director as we play fun online game that will allow you to work together and connect in a collaborative, virtual space
Out of State Student Association Welcome
Tue 9/29 • 1PM - 2PM PDT
All times are Pacific Standard Time. Meet Bruins from all over the country! The event is a welcome to all new students to UCLA as well as current out of state UCLA students to make connections and build relationships. Want to get know people in...
Theta Kappa Phi Rush 2020: LOADING Theta World
Tue 9/29 • 1PM - 2PM PDT
The sisters of Theta Kappa Phi cordially invite you to our 2020 Rush: Press Thetas to Start. Established in 1959, Theta Kappa Phi is an officially recognized Asian American interest sorority at UCLA. As Thetas, we strive to promote sisterhood,...
ASC Online Game Night
Tue 9/29 • 1PM PDT
Zoom
An ASC board director will lead a zoom call with a fun online game that will allow students to work together and connect in a collaborative, virtual space.
Transfer Meet-Up
Tue 9/29 • 2PM - 3:30PM PDT
Hop on to Zoom to meet other incoming and current UCLA transfer students! Attendees will be moved into breakout rooms where they can chat with other transfers in small groups. Hosted by the UCLA Transfer Student Center. #uclatransfers...
Virtual Den Camps
Tue 9/29 • 3PM - 4:30PM PDT
Bond with fellow Bruins as you conquer challenges in this fast-paced online adventure experience. Join a Den Team of fellow Bruins in this virtual experience reminiscent of summer camp. UCLA Recreation facilitators will brief you and your team...
CHAMPED UP
Tue 9/29 • 3:30PM - 4:30PM PDT
Join thousands of fellow Bruins as we virtually welcome you to UCLA Athletics with special guests, the UCLA Marching Band, student-athlete appearances, Bruin legends, giveaways, and more!
Bruin Bash At Home CAC X CEC PRESENT: BRUIN BASH AT HOME with JABOUKIE YOUNG-WHITE
Tue 9/29 • 5PM - 6PM PDT
CAC X CEC PRESENT: BRUIN BASH AT HOME with JABOUKIE YOUNG-WHITE. Jaboukie Young-White is an American stand-up comedian, writer and rapper best known for his work on The Daily Show as a Senior Youth Correspondent and as one of the most bold and...
Bruin Leaders - Getting Involved and Finding Community at UCLA
Tue 9/29 • 5PM - 6PM PDT
Even during Covid, college is more than just classes. Please RSVP at http://bit.ly/TBWBLP for the Zoom Link to meet and listen to UCLA student leaders to discuss the importance of getting involved and how to get involved at UCLA.
Alpha Delta Chi Fall Recruitment Trivia Night
Tue 9/29 • 6PM - 7PM PDT
Get ready to test your knowledge with a couple rounds of trivia
Chi Alpha Delta Rush 2020: Find Your Wings with Chis // INFO NIGHT
Tue 9/29 • 6PM - 7PM PDT
Hello Bruins! ? The sisters of Chi Alpha Delta formally invite you to our Virtual Rush Week 2020: Find Your Wings With Chis. Come celebrate our 92nd year of sisterhood with fun games and awesome prizes! There is no better way to start off the school...
Rush Day 2: Game Night with KAPPAmilya & PIES
Tue 9/29 • 6:30PM - 8PM PDT
Play games with us and our friends at PIES! Join us for some friendly competition and the chance to win prizes. Attending any of our rush events qualifies you for an interview.
Bruin EscapeZoom presented by ASUCLA
Tue 9/29 • 8PM - 10PM PDT
We need all new Bruin Detectives on the case! Think you can solve the murder mystery? Then join us for some fun! The best detectives will win a prize!
True Bruin Welcome • Day 7 • Wednesday September 9/30
Mathematics Department Virtual Open House
Wed 9/30 • 9AM - 10AM PDT
Come by the Mathematics Undergraduate Office if you missed our presentation during New Student Orientation…or have additional questions after coming to orientation. Questions about the program, clubs, resources or want meet your departmental...
Welcome to the Department of Molecular Cell and Developmental Biology
Wed 9/30 • 10AM - 11AM PDT
Students will listen to presentations given by the Chair of the MCDB department, faculty, and current students, as well as academic advisors. There will also be an opportunity for students to ask questions. This event is open to both new and...
Chemistry & Biochemistry New Student Welcome
Wed 9/30 • 10AM - 11:15AM PDT
The Chemistry Department would like to our first-year and transfer students. In this session, faculty, student groups, and staff will meet and discuss the first-year experience.
Anthropology Undergraduate Open House
Wed 9/30 • 10AM - 12PM PDT
Welcome to the Anthropology Open House! This event is for all current, incoming, and prospective Anthropology students. This event offers you the opportunity to meet Anthropology faculty and staff, and learn about the opportunities available through...
Undergraduate Research Center - Sciences Open House
Wed 9/30 • 10AM - 2PM PDT
Event website: http://sciences.ugresearch.ucla.edu/open-house/ The URC-Sciences will be hosting a "Getting into Research in the Sciences" presentation at 10:00 am, an Undergraduate Researcher Panel at 11:00 am, an information session for the...
Undergraduate Research Center • Science, Engineering and Math
WACD Departmental New Student Welcome
Wed 9/30 • 10:30AM - 11:30AM PDT
WACD students will be emailed the link directly via the department
Jumpstart Your Career – Economics Transfers
Wed 9/30 • 10:30AM PDT
Zoom
As part of True Bruin Welcome Week, first-year Economics transfer students will receive an introduction to career resources and the UCLA Alumni Association.
RISE Drop-In: Connection and Breathing
Wed 9/30 • 11AM - 11:15AM PDT
Connect with each other and learn how your breath can help you restore. Available on Instagram Live.
Resilience In Your Student Experience (RISE) Center • RISE Center
College Academic Counseling Welcome
Wed 9/30 • 11AM - 12PM PDT
Join College Academic Counseling to learn about how they can help you tailor your UCLA experience to support your intellectual, personal, and professional goals. Get to know the Academic Advisors/Counselors, Peer Counselors, and College Academic...
Undergraduate Research Center Humanities Arts and Social Sciences Open House
Wed 9/30 • 11AM - 2PM PDT
The URC-HASS Open House welcomes new and returning students who are interested in learning more about research and creative inquiry at UCLA. Undergraduates are invited to attend our presentation on Getting Started with Research from 11-11:30 AM;...
Undergraduate Research Center • Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences
ASUCLA Social Responsibility and Engagement
Wed 9/30 • 12PM PDT
ASUCLA is committed to selecting licensees who agree to produce products under fair, safe, and humane working conditions and who demonstrate management processes that enable them to achieve progress toward implementation of these standards...
UCLA Summer Sessions: Maximize your time at UCLA
Wed 9/30 • 12PM - 12:30PM PDT
Get more out of your UCLA experience with UCLA Summer Sessions. UCLA Summer Sessions allow you to maximize your time at UCLA through programs and courses that supplement your academic and professional experience. The breadth and flexibility of our...
Open House at the Center for the Study of Women
Wed 9/30 • 12PM - 2PM PDT
Come learn about the UCLA Center for the Study of Women! Stop by our open Zoom room between 12 and 2pm to find out about our research streams, upcoming events (Alicia Garza on 10/16!), funding opportunities (for both grad students and undergrads),...
Boosting Immunity Webinar
Wed 9/30 • 12PM PDT
WebEx
In the midst of a pandemic, many of us are taking additional precautions to avoid sickness. Washing our hands, wearing a face covering and practicing social distancing are essential behaviors in minimizing exposure and the spread of infectious...
RISE Drop-In: Mindful Movements to Counter Zoom Fatigue
Wed 9/30 • 1PM - 1:15PM PDT
Learn and practice movements that help your body and spirit restore after a long day in virtual reality. Available on Instagram Live.
Resilience In Your Student Experience (RISE) Center • RISE Center
Center for Community Learning Open House
Wed 9/30 • 1PM - 1:45PM PDT
Learn about the Center for Community Learning programs such as the Community Engagement and Social Change Minor, 195CE internship courses, JumpStart, Astin Community Scholars program, Changemakers Scholars, and JusticeCorps. Meet students and staff...
Undergraduate Education Initiatives • Center for Community Learning
Chi Alpha Delta Rush 2020: Find Your Wings with Chis // ASK CHIS
Wed 9/30 • 1PM - 2PM PDT
Hello Bruins! ? The sisters of Chi Alpha Delta formally invite you to our Virtual Rush Week 2020: Find Your Wings With Chis. Come celebrate our 92nd year of sisterhood with fun games and awesome prizes! There is no better way to start off the school...
Sociology Undergraduate Open House
Wed 9/30 • 1PM - 2:30PM PDT
Are you a sociology major? Want to BECOME a sociology major? Department counselors will explain the requirements for the major as well as opportunities available to you in the department (e.g., dept honors, independent research courses, internship...
How we can embrace our aging population during COVID-19 and Beyond
Wed 9/30 • 1PM PDT
Online
The current pandemic means members of our vulnerable aging population are more cut off than usual. Many are suffering from food insecurity, loneliness and isolation. Ayesha Dixon, Director of UCLA Emeriti/Retirees Relations Center, speaks with Dr....
RISE Drop-In: Isolation Tips
Wed 9/30 • 2PM - 2:15PM PDT
Helpful tips and lists of things you can do for wellness during isolation or sequestration. Also available on Instagram Live:...
Resilience In Your Student Experience (RISE) Center • RISE Center
Humanities Welcome
Wed 9/30 • 2PM - 3PM PDT
Love the literary arts or languages? The Humanities Welcome is an annual event were faculty, staff and students come together to showcase the Humanities at UCLA. The Humanities Department will introduce new students to the benefits of coursework and...
Mathematics Department Virtual Open House
Wed 9/30 • 2PM - 3PM PDT
Come by the Mathematics Undergraduate Office if you missed our presentation during New Student Orientation…or have additional questions after coming to orientation. Questions about the program, clubs, resources or want meet your departmental...
Department of Education - Undergraduate Education Open House
Wed 9/30 • 2PM - 4PM PDT
Meet advisors in the Department of Education and learn about the NEW Education & Social Transformation major & Education Studies Minor.
Microbiology Immunology and Molecular Genetics Virtual Open House
Wed 9/30 • 2PM - 4PM PDT
Come by the MIMG Undergraduate Office if you missed our presentation during New Student Orientation, have questions about the major, or just want to meet your departmental advisor! We'll be "open" 2:00 - 4:00 on Wednesday, September 30th. Zoom...
RISE Drop-In: Hardiness: The Other Resilience
Wed 9/30 • 2:30PM - 2:45PM PDT
Learn helpful strategies to buffer the impact of stress during COVID. Also available on Instagram Live https://www.instagram.com/risecenterucla/
Resilience In Your Student Experience (RISE) Center • RISE Center
RISE Drop-In: Mindful Movements to Counter Zoom Fatigue
Wed 9/30 • 3PM - 3:15PM PDT
Learn and practice movements that help your body and spirit restore after a long day in virtual reality.
Resilience In Your Student Experience (RISE) Center • RISE Center
Art History Department Open House
Wed 9/30 • 3PM - 4PM PDT
New undergraduate students hoping to meet other Art History students and learn about the Art History major or minor should come to our open house! Hosted by the Art History Undergraduate Student Association, students will meet some of our continuing...
Department of Comparative Literature Fall 2020 Open House
Wed 9/30 • 3PM - 4PM PDT
After the Humanities Welcome, the Department of Comparative Literature will be holding an open house via Zoom to welcome incoming students and give them the opportunity to meet continuing students (undergraduate and graduate) and faculty in the...
Department of Slavic East European and Eurasian Languages and Cultures Open House Event
Wed 9/30 • 3PM - 4PM PDT
The Department of Slavic, East European and Eurasian Languages and Cultures welcomes students entering majors and minors and any new students who are interested in the languages and courses our Department offers (Russian, Polish, Hungarian,...
LGBTQ Studies Welcome Week Open House
Wed 9/30 • 3PM - 4PM PDT
Interested in the LGBT Studies Program? Join our virtual open house for students interested in learning more about our minor program at UCLA. Faculty and continuing students will be present to answer questions and help welcome new students to UCLA.
Speed Friending for Students with Disabilities
Wed 9/30 • 3PM - 4PM PDT
The USAC Facilities Commission Access on Board, UCLA’s Disabilities and Computing Programs Office, and UCLA's Disabled Student Union invite you to our first speed friending event! You will meet other students with disabilities and hear about...
Department of Spanish & Portuguese Fall Open House
Wed 9/30 • 3PM - 5PM PDT
Join us on Wednesday, September 30, 3-5pm, via Zoom to learn all about the academic opportunities the Department of of Spanish & Portuguese has to offer! We will showcase resources and academic engagement opportunities in our Language Programs,...
Rec Fest
Wed 9/30 • 3PM - 7PM PDT
Get ready to Rec! Rec Fest is coming for a different kind of online experience. We have live event sessions that include fitness class samplers, a bruin self defense class, Rec job fair, healthy cooking workshop, resource booths, and more - all in...
Classics Department Open House
Wed 9/30 • 3:05PM - 3:35PM PDT
This open house aims to welcome students to our small, tight-knit department. Students will have the opportunity to talk with Professors in the department and feel excited about starting their classes in the Fall. We also want this to be an...
Department of English Welcome Panel
Wed 9/30 • 3:15PM - 4:15PM PDT
Hear from current UCLA students about their experiences in the Department of English! Our student panelists will represent our various majors and minors, transfer and first-year pathways, the departmental honors program, creative writing workshops,...
History Open House
Wed 9/30 • 3:30PM - 4:30PM PDT
Join the the Department of History for our Annual Open House event. Students will have an opportunity to learn more about departmental resources and communities, such as the History Undergraduate Advisory Board (HUAB), Phi Alpha Theta Honors...
Linguistics Undergraduate New Student Welcome
Wed 9/30 • 3:30PM - 4:30PM PDT
The Department of Linguistics leadership would like to meet, hear and welcome new students. You will have the opportunity to talk with the Department Chair, Director of Undergraduate Studies, faculty advisors, Undergraduate Student Affairs Officer,...
BA in Public Affairs Open House
Wed 9/30 • 3:30PM - 5:30PM PDT
Join the Luskin School of Public Affairs to learn about the B.A. in Public Affairs! The B.A. in Public Affairs combines critical thinking and experiential learning, connecting the dots between theory and action. Students interested in leadership and...
Department of Philosophy Fall Open House 2020
Wed 9/30 • 3:30PM - 5:30PM PDT
The Philosophy Department will be hosting a virtual Open House on Wednesday, September 30th at 3:30pm. This event will be held via Zoom and all interested students are welcome. RSVP is required to receive the Zoom event link a day or two beforehand....
Jumpstart Your Career – Economics Freshmen
Wed 9/30 • 3:30PM PDT
Zoom
As part of True Bruin Welcome Week, first-year Economics freshmen will receive an introduction to career resources and the UCLA Alumni Association.
International Institute Academic Programs Open House
Wed 9/30 • 4:30PM - 6PM PDT
Join the International Institute (Global Studies, International & Area Studies, International Development Studies) in our annual open house. Students who join will meet Academic Counselors and Instructors of intro courses and meet each other in...
Bruin Bash At Home: CAC X CEC PRESENT: BRUIN BASH AT HOME TABITHA BROWN
Wed 9/30 • 5PM - 6:30PM PDT
CAC X CEC PRESENT: BRUIN BASH AT HOME TABITHA BROWN Tabitha Brown is a beloved online personality who shot to stardom with her wildly popular vegan recipe videos on TikTok. With a brand now spanning multiple platforms and an upcoming show, Tabitha...
UCLA Career Center Virtual Escape Room
Wed 9/30 • 5:30PM - 7PM PDT
Join the Career Center on a journey through our virtual escape room to unlock the vast resources we offer. First to escape will win some prizes!
L.E.K. Consulting: Virtual Information Session
Wed 9/30 • 5:30PM - 6:30PM PDT
L.E.K. Consulting is a global management consulting firm that uses deep industry expertise and rigorous analysis to help business leaders achieve practical results with real impact. We are uncompromising in our approach to helping clients...
Alumni • Career • Recent Grads
Alpha Delta Chi Fall Recruitment Game Night
Wed 9/30 • 6PM - 7PM PDT
Join us for a night of games and fun over zoom!
Theta Kappa Phi Rush 2020: Choose Your Theta
Wed 9/30 • 6PM - 7PM PDT
The sisters of Theta Kappa Phi cordially invite you to our 2020 Rush: Press Thetas to Start. Established in 1959, Theta Kappa Phi is an officially recognized Asian American interest sorority at UCLA. As Thetas, we strive to promote sisterhood,...
What Dost Thou Know: A Shakespeare Quiz Game and Happy Hour
Wed 9/30 • 6PM - 7PM PDT
Join us for several fun nights of online trivia throughout CAP UCLA's presentation of Forced Entertainment's Complete Works: Table Top Shakespeare: At Home. Pour yourself a libation inspired by one of the upcoming plays, watch as contestants go head...
Welcome for all new Physical Sciences students
Wed 9/30 • 6PM - 8PM PDT
Dean of Physical Sciences Miguel García-Garibay invites any freshman or first-year transfer student interested in the Physical Sciences to join him and get to know the community! Faculty, alumni, and undergraduate researchers will be on hand...
Rush Day 3: Decolonize and Dont Apologize Baybayin Workshop
Wed 9/30 • 6:30PM - 8PM PDT
Join us to learn how to write in Baybayin, a beautiful ancient Pilipinx script! Kappa Psi Epsilon is the first Pinay-interest sorority in the United States, and we continuously find connections with our Pilipinx roots. Attending any of our rush...
Literary Libations
Wed 9/30 • 7PM PDT
Zoom
Join the Beachside Bruins for a book club discussion of “Mycroft and Sherlock” by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar ’69 and a cocktail mixology demonstration.
D.C. and Philadelphia Virtual Book Club
Wed 9/30 • 7:30PM PDT
Zoom
Join the D.C. and Philadelphia Bruins for a virtual book club to discuss “Mycroft Holmes” by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar ’69
Undergraduate Student Mixer
Wed 9/30 • 8PM - 9:30PM PDT
Come chat with other students before the start of the year! The event will be organized into three rounds with each round being a different general topic. Participants will be given a menu of conversation themes related to the general topic and...
True Bruin Welcome • Day 8 • Thursday October 10/1
Cross-Cultural Connections Instagram Live
Thu 10/1 • 8AM - 8:30AM PDT
Want to make friends? Join our Instagram live @dashewcenterucla to hear about Global Siblings, a program designed to help both domestic and international students build cross-cultural connections! Note: Global Siblings is only open to students who...
RISE Drop-In: Journaling & Meditation
Thu 10/1 • 11AM - 11:15AM PDT
Release unease and calm a busy mind through journaling, reflection, and meditation.
Resilience In Your Student Experience (RISE) Center • RISE Center
Study Abroad: Education Through Exploration
Thu 10/1 • 12PM - 12:30PM PDT
Study abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! Earn academic credit toward your degree while experiencing global opportunities, including study abroad and global internships. Learn how you can study abroad this year and how it can work for any...
UCLA Summer Sessions: Open House
Thu 10/1 • 12PM - 2PM PDT
UCLA Summer Session offers programs and courses that supplement your academic and professional experience. During our open house, you will have the opportunity to meet with a Summer Sessions representative and discuss the opportunities available to...
RISE Drop-In: Journaling and Meditation
Thu 10/1 • 1PM - 1:15PM PDT
Release unease and calm a busy mind through journaling, reflection, and meditation.
Resilience In Your Student Experience (RISE) Center • RISE Center
Rejuvenate with RISE: Virtual Pictionary
Thu 10/1 • 3PM - 3:20PM PDT
Join a RISE wellness expert and enjoy a fun, engaging game of virtual pictionary. Level of participation is optional.
Resilience In Your Student Experience (RISE) Center • RISE Center
Adaptive Pilates for Beginners
Thu 10/1 • 3PM - 4PM PDT
USAC Facilities Commission Access on Board and UCLA Adaptive Recreation present Adaptive Pilates! This will be a beginners level pilates class lead by Peter from UCLA Recreation. This class will be inclusive of those with disabilities, chronic...
Virtual Den Camp
Thu 10/1 • 3PM - 4:30PM PDT
Bond with fellow Bruins as you conquer challenges in this fast-paced online adventure experience. Join a Den Team of fellow Bruins in this virtual experience reminiscent of summer camp. UCLA Recreation facilitators will brief you and your team...
Queerantine Connections
Thu 10/1 • 4PM - 6PM PDT
We are here. We are Queer-antine Connections! Log-in to Queerantine Connections for a virtual social event to get to know the LGBTQ CRC team, tune into our live student panel, meet our vibrant 20+ UCLA LGBTQ+ student organizations and chat with...
Alpha Delta Chi (Invite Only) Devotional Night
Thu 10/1 • 6PM - 7PM PDT
bring your favorite tea, coffee, or drink for a devotional time with the sisters of Alpha Delta Chi
So You Wanna Be a Health Professional
Thu 10/1 • 6PM - 7PM PDT
All times are Pacific Standard Time. Pre Med? Pre Dental? Nursing? Public Health or other health field? Join us to jump start your Pre-Health journey at UCLA and explore your passion for promoting health with faculty, mentors, and fellow scholars....
Theta Kappa Phi Rush 2020: Level Up with Thetas
Thu 10/1 • 6PM - 8PM PDT
Enjoy a fun night filled with games and prizes while meeting some of our brother fraternities from all over Southern California. Get to know our sisters and win amazon gift cards, mini arcade games, and more!
Trivia Night
Thu 10/1 • 6PM - 7PM PDT
Zoom
Hosted by the UCLA Network of San Diego Please join us for a fun-filled night of UCLA trivia! It will be a great event for the whole family! A special prize will be awarded to the winning team. Come throw down some knowledge about UCLA and boast...
Welcome to the City – Silicon Beach Bruins Sake Tasting and Cheese Pairing
Thu 10/1 • 6PM - 7:30PM PDT
Zoom
Join Silicon Beach Bruins and Bruin-owned Harajuku Taproom in Culver City to celebrate World Sake Day as part of UCLA Alumni’s Welcome to the City series. Sake’s rich umami content makes a perfect partner for many cheeses. Learn about sake and...
Alumni • Food and Culture • Networks • Recent Grads • Regional Networks
ASC Zoomba Night
Thu 10/1 • 7PM PDT
Zoom
An ASC Alumna will lead a Zumba class via zoom, giving students the opportunity to get active and get silly with dancing and music.
Bay Area Books With a Purpose
Thu 10/1 • 8PM PDT
Zoom
“Books With a Purpose” is a virtual discussion group open to UCLA Bay Area Bruins and the University of Penn Club of Silicon Valley members. Discussions will mainly be based on books (and, at times, lengthy articles or other media chosen by the...
Alumni • Arts and Education • Diversity Programs • Networks • Regional Networks
True Bruin Welcome • Day 9 • Friday October 10/2
International Student Life Instagram Live
Fri 10/2 • 8AM - 8:30AM PDT
What is life like for an international student at UCLA? Join our Instagram live series where a current UCLA international student will chat with one of our International Student Ambassadors. Follow us @dashewcenterucla!
Netflix Party with a Short Film
Fri 10/2 • 10AM - 11AM PDT
Amber Tien from ASC and UCLA Cheer leads a morning stretch routine to help students get moving. Natalie Weber from ASC and former UCLA Yell Crew member to lead students in an 8-clap
Stretching with a UCLA Cheerleader ft former Yell Crew member 8 Clap
Fri 10/2 • 10AM - 11AM PDT
Amber Tien from ASC and UCLA Cheer leads a morning stretch routine to help students get moving. Natalie Weber from ASC and former UCLA Yell Crew member to lead students in an 8-clap
ASC Morning Stretch & 8 Clap with UCLA Cheer and Yell
Fri 10/2 • 10AM PDT
Zoom
Amber Tien from ASC and UCLA Cheer leads a morning stretch routine to help students get moving. Natalie Weber from ASC and former UCLA Yell Crew member to lead students in an 8-clap.
RISE Drop-In: Why RISE
Fri 10/2 • 12PM - 12:20PM PDT
Welcome to RISE! Drop into this casual orientation session to learn more about the UCLA Student Resilience Center, a campus wellness hub available for all Bruins.
Resilience In Your Student Experience (RISE) Center • RISE Center
RISE Drop-In: Mindfulness for the Senses
Fri 10/2 • 1PM - 1:20PM PDT
Find calm and ease through the exercise of devoting time to each of the senses. Perfect for taking a break from zoom fatigue! Also available on Instagram Live https://www.instagram.com/risecenterucla/:
Resilience In Your Student Experience (RISE) Center • RISE Center
UCLA Library - Ask Us Anything
Fri 10/2 • 1PM - 1:30PM PDT
Questions about the LIbrary? This is the opportunity for new Bruins to ask questions about how to find and access full-text materials online including course reserves and text books, or where to check out a laptop or WiFi hotspot.
RISE Drop-In: Reflective Journaling
Fri 10/2 • 3PM - 3:10PM PDT
Join a RISE wellness expert and dedicate this short break in your day to some satisfying journaling, reflection, and rejuvenation. Also available on Instagram Live: https://www.instagram.com/risecenterucla/
Resilience In Your Student Experience (RISE) Center • RISE Center
Bonding over BoJack
Fri 10/2 • 4PM - 5PM PDT
Hang out with Dr. LT & First Year Experience as we play a mashup of This or That + Would You Rather. Get to know your fellow Bruins and learn about this year's Common Experience program featuring "BoJack Horseman." No prior "BoJack" knowledge...
Virtual Den Camp
Fri 10/2 • 4PM - 5:30PM PDT
Bond with fellow Bruins as you conquer challenges in this fast-paced online adventure experience. Join a Den Team of fellow Bruins in this virtual experience reminiscent of summer camp. UCLA Recreation facilitators will brief you and your team...
Virtual Open Mic
Fri 10/2 • 5PM - 6PM PDT
If you've got a dance in your hips or a song on your lips, come share your story with other students at this year's first Open Mic. Sign up to perform at reslife.ucla.edu/arts/open-mic, and join us live on Instagram @iartucla
DCU Intro Party Night
Fri 10/2 • 5PM - 6:30PM PDT
Welcome to our first meeting of the 2020 Fall Quarter! Curious about competitive ballroom? Interested in joining? Come to our Intro Party Night and find out what we're doing for this virtual Fall quarter! Expect a introduction to our club, an open...
Faculty Fridays Office Hours with Professor Catherine Bonesho - Humanities/North Campus Edition
Fri 10/2 • 5:30PM - 6:30PM PDT
Get the inside scoop on office hours with north campus faculty and learn about Professor Bonesho's hobbies! Register via Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/FFOCT2.
Chi Alpha Delta Rush 2020: Find Your Wings with Chis // COFFEE CHATS
Fri 10/2 • 6PM - 8PM PDT
Hello Bruins! The sisters of Chi Alpha Delta formally invite you to our Virtual Rush Week 2020: Find Your Wings With Chis. Come celebrate our 92nd year of sisterhood with fun games and awesome prizes! There is no better way to start off the school...
True Bruin Welcome • Day 10 • Saturday October 10/3
Chi Alpha Delta Rush 2020: Find Your Wings with Chis // SPEED DATING
Sat 10/3 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
Hello Bruins! The sisters of Chi Alpha Delta formally invite you to our Virtual Rush Week 2020: Find Your Wings With Chis. Come celebrate our 92nd year of sisterhood with fun games and awesome prizes! There is no better way to start off the school...
ASC Netflix Party
Sat 10/3 • 3PM PDT
Zoom
We end the week with an afternoon short film viewing party, allowing students to come together, relax, and chat about the movie.
Alumni • Arts and Education • Networks • Social Media • Students
Theta Kappa Phi Rush 2020: Thetas Are End Game
Sat 10/3 • 6PM - 8PM PDT
The sisters of Theta Kappa Phi cordially invite you to our 2020 Rush: Press Thetas to Start. Established in 1959, Theta Kappa Phi is an officially recognized Asian American interest sorority at UCLA. As Thetas, we strive to promote sisterhood,...
True Bruin Welcome • Day 11 • Sunday October 10/4
APA UCLA Silent Reading Party – October
Sun 10/4 • 11AM - 12:30PM PDT
Zoom
Join Asian Pacific Alumni of UCLA for our Silent Reading Party through Zoom! Bring your favorite book and join us for networking and fun. Please RSVP...
This is Bruin Life Watch Party
Sun 10/4 • 11:30AM - 1PM PDT
Missed the premiere? Watch This is Bruin Life with the Dean of Students, Maria Blandizzi, as you prepare to kick off fall quarter. Join her on Sunday, October 4, at 11:30am PST ...
Table Top Shakespeare: Alls Well That Ends Well
Sun 10/4 • 12PM - 2PM PDT
A salt and pepper are the king and queen. A vase is the prince. A matchbox is the servant. A toilet roll tube is the innkeeper. A water bottle, the messenger… Welcome, new and returning Bruins! UCLA’s Center for the Art of Performance invites you to...
Town & Gown Affiliates Virtual Event – Election 2020: American Discontent
Sun 10/4 • 2PM PDT
Zoom
Join us as Jim Newton, who teaches communication and public policy at UCLA and has spent his life writing about American government and politics, leads an objective discussion about the stakes and characters at the center of the 2020 election.
Rejuvenate with RISE: Instagram Q&A
Sun 10/4 • 4PM - 4:30PM PDT
Why RISE? Learn all about the UCLA RISE Center in this Instagram Live Q&A event. RISE helps Bruins manage unease, restlessness, and uncertainty during tough times. RISE offers helpful activities aimed to re-energize the body, ease the mind, and...
Resilience In Your Student Experience (RISE) Center • RISE Center
ASC Virtual Night Out in Westwood
Sun 10/4 • 6PM PDT
Zoom
A virtual night out for incoming UCLA Alumni Scholars.