September 22 - 28, 2024Sep 22 - 28, 2024
Highlights
- University Housing Move-in Sat 9/14 - Sat 9/21
- Graduate Student Orientation Mon 9/16 - Wed 9/18
- Commuter Student Welcome Sun 9/22 • 12PM - 3PM
- Chancellor's Welcome Sun 9/22 • 4PM - 5PM
- Block Party Sun 9/22 • 5PM - 9PM
- Bruin Bash Rec Fest Mon 9/23 • 12PM - 4PM
- Bruin Bash Mon 9/23 • 6PM - 9PM
- Enormous Activities Fair Tue 9/24 • 11AM - 3PM
- Transferpalooza Tue 9/24 • 4PM - 6PM
- Champed Up Tue 9/24 • 5:30PM - 7PM
- Academic Open Houses Wed 9/25
- Meet the Hill Wed 9/25 • 4PM - 7PM
- First Day of Classes Thu 9/26
- UCLA Spirit Day Fri 9/27
- UCLA Football vs Oregon Sat 9/28
- Volunteer Day Sat 10/5
All of True Bruin Welcome
During True Bruin Welcome you will connect with other Bruins, ignite your passions, uphold traditions, and experience the best of UCLA. Whether you're returning or new, find your community and make lasting memories. Your Bruin adventure starts here.
True Bruin Welcome • Day 1 • Welcome • Sunday September 9/22
Commuter Student Welcome
Sun 9/22 • 12PM - 3PM PDT
Upper Drake Concourse
Calling all commuters! Join us to connect with fellow commuter students, discover resources tailored to your needs, and embark on your UCLA journey with confidence.
Panhellenic Council Recruitment Orientation
Sun 9/22 • 12:30PM - 2PM PDT RSVP
Ackerman Grand Ballroom (AGB)
The Panhellenic Council hosts a formal recruitment process which occurs during the True Bruin Welcome Week (zero week). Recruitment will begin on Sunday 9/22 and continue through Monday 9/30. Potential New Members or PNMs visit each chapter on a...
Chancellor's Welcome
Sun 9/22 • 4PM - 5PM PDT
Pauley Pavilion
Join Interim Chancellor Darnell Hunt and the President of the Undergraduate Student Association as we welcome all new students! Meet campus leaders, show your Bruin spirit, and kickstart your UCLA journey. This event is for all incoming transfer and...
Block Party
Sun 9/22 • 5PM - 9PM PDT
Westwood Village
Join over 10,000 Bruins at the Westwood Village Block Party! Enjoy games, activities, and delicious food from Westwood vendors while UCLA musical acts and DJs light up the stage.
True Bruin Welcome • Day 2 • Celebrate • Monday September 9/23
Big Bruin Welcome Sale at the UCLA Store!
Mon 9/23
UCLA Store locations; Ackerman, Health Sciences and LuValle Commons
One Day only, September 23rd from 9am-6pm! During the Big Bruin Welcome Sale, take 20% off BearWear apparel and accessories, school and office supplies, room essentials and tech accessories, with up to 33% off select clearance items. Plus, save 25%...
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Donating Blood
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27
Ackerman Blood & Platelet Center
Students have the opportunity to donate blood and save a life! Open to any student or member of the UCLA community. UCLA Blood & Platelet Center is the largest hospital-based donor center in the U.S. All donations go to patients at our three...
Immunization Requirement Fair
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27 RSVP
John Wooden Center, Collins Court
The UCLA Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center will host its annual UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair during Zero Week (9/23/24 - 9/27/24) from 9am-4pm at John Wooden Center Collins Court. Incoming students can obtain the necessary...
Immunization Requirement Fair
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27 RSVP
John Wooden Center, Collins Court
The UCLA Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center will host its annual UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair during Zero Week (9/23/24 - 9/27/24) from 9am-4pm at John Wooden Center Collins Court. Incoming students can obtain the necessary...
Interfraternity Council Recruitment Events
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27 RSVP
Check-in at the IFC Tent on the Southeast corner of Strathmore and Gayley.
Each fall quarter during True Bruin Welcome Week (zero week), the Interfraternity Council (IFC) coordinates a more formal recruitment week where students who are interested in joining a fraternity have an opportunity to preview each organization....
Panhellenic Council Recruitment Events
Mon 9/23 • 8AM - 6PM PDT RSVP
Hilgard Avenue
The UCLA Panhellenic Association supports 10 National Panhellenic Conference sororities and 1 associate member sorority. Students interested in joining one of the 10 NPC sororities will need to register for formal recruitment and can do so by...
Interfraternity Council Orientation
Mon 9/23 • 11AM - 2PM PDT RSVP
Carnesale Commons, Palisades (on The Hill)
" The Interfraternity Council (IFC) is the governing body of the nationally recognized fraternity chapters at the University of California, Los Angeles. The IFC oversees 18 social fraternities and about 1000 UCLA Students. IFC works to provide...
Bruin Bash Rec Fest
Mon 9/23 • 12PM - 4PM PDT
Wilson Plaza
Join us for an all-day celebration before the Bruin Bash concert! Enjoy yoga and fitness classes, student performances, art and music, club sports meet & greets, games, giveaways, and more.
Out of State Student Welcome
Mon 9/23 • 12PM - 1:30PM PDT
Covel Grand Horizon
This event will connect first-year and returning out-of-state students with each other and with UCLA faculty and staff. The event will consist of speakers, activities, and an opportunity to network with people from each respective region.
School of Education and Information Studies Undergraduate Virtual Open House
Mon 9/23 • 12PM - 2PM PDT RSVP
Join us for the School of Education and Information Studies Undergraduate Virtual Open House! Learn about the Education and Social Transformation major, Education Studies minor, and the Information and Media Literacy minor and find out if these...
Bruin Bash Rec Fest
Mon 9/23 • 12PM - 4PM PDT
Wilson Plaza
Join us for an all-day celebration before the Bruin Bash concert! Enjoy yoga and fitness classes, student performances, art and music, club sports meet & greets, games, giveaways, and more.
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Brian Imbus Hypnotist Show - Housing Hellos
Mon 9/23 • 4PM - 10PM PDT
Northwest Campus Auditorium & University Apartments North - Tipuana Multi-Purpose Room (MPR)
Brian Imbus the Hypnotist will be performing two shows in NWCA and one in UAN! ***NWCA Performances are from 4:00PM-5:00PM and again from 9:00PM-10:00PM. Tipuana performance is from...
Bruin Bash
Mon 9/23 • 6PM - 9PM PDT
Pauley Pavilion
Bruin Bash is the ultimate welcome-back celebration. A pivotal True Bruin Welcome experience, this epic concert and festival hosted by USAC Cultural Affairs Commission and Campus Events Commission is not to be missed. Stay tuned for electrifying...
True Bruin Welcome • Day 3 • Get Involved • Tuesday September 9/24
Asian Greek Council Recruitment Events
Tue 9/24 - Sun 9/29
Various locations on and off campus, check each chapter's events
Each fall quarter during True Bruin Welcome Week (zero week), the Asian Greek Council (AGC) coordinates a "Rush Week" where students who are interested in joining a fraternity or sorority have an opportunity to preview each organization. Chapters...
Donating Blood
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27
Ackerman Blood & Platelet Center
Students have the opportunity to donate blood and save a life! Open to any student or member of the UCLA community. UCLA Blood & Platelet Center is the largest hospital-based donor center in the U.S. All donations go to patients at our three...
Immunization Requirement Fair
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27 RSVP
John Wooden Center, Collins Court
The UCLA Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center will host its annual UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair during Zero Week (9/23/24 - 9/27/24) from 9am-4pm at John Wooden Center Collins Court. Incoming students can obtain the necessary...
Immunization Requirement Fair
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27 RSVP
John Wooden Center, Collins Court
The UCLA Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center will host its annual UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair during Zero Week (9/23/24 - 9/27/24) from 9am-4pm at John Wooden Center Collins Court. Incoming students can obtain the necessary...
Interfraternity Council Recruitment Events
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27 RSVP
Check-in at the IFC Tent on the Southeast corner of Strathmore and Gayley.
Each fall quarter during True Bruin Welcome Week (zero week), the Interfraternity Council (IFC) coordinates a more formal recruitment week where students who are interested in joining a fraternity have an opportunity to preview each organization....
UCLA Department of Economics Virtual Welcome and Career Tips
Tue 9/24 • 9:30AM - 11AM PDT
Meet the counselors and get some career advice! 9:30am – Virtual Welcome 10:15am – Career Tips w/ Special Guest UCLA Career Center Please RSVP and you will receive a Zoom...
Center for Academic Advising in the College Welcome Event
Tue 9/24 • 9:30AM - 11:30AM PDT
Murphy Hall Shostak Patio
Enjoy coffee, tea, and pastries with the Center for Academic Advising in the College (CAAC) Peer Counselors, College Academic Mentors, and College Advisors who will help connect your intellectual, personal, and professional goals to your UCLA...
How to Thrive in the Sciences at UCLA and Beyond
Tue 9/24 • 9:30AM - 1:30PM PDT RSVP
Court of Sciences
Dear Entering UCLA Physical Sciences Major or Minor, The Dean of Physical Sciences invites you to How to Thrive in the Sciences at UCLA and Beyond Tuesday, September 24, 202?4 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM CS 24/50 Auditorium & Adjacent Court of Sciences ...
Enormous Activities Fair
Tue 9/24 • 11AM - 3PM PDT
Royce Quad
Let’s get involved! Discover over 500 student organizations and departments and dive into your passions, explore new interests, and connect with fellow Bruins.
ASUCLA Job Fair on Bruin Plaza
Tue 9/24 • 11AM - 3PM PDT
Bruin Plaza (in front of the UCLA Store, Ackerman
ASUCLA will host a job fair on Tuesday, September 24, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to interview and hire student staff for the new academic year. ASUCLA positions are Work Study eligible. At New Hire Orientation, new hires will be provided with...
#Undergraduate #GraduateProfessional #Leadership #Professional
Rec Fest @EAF
Tue 9/24 • 11AM - 3PM PDT
Wilson Plaza
Get to know Recreation! Enjoy fitness classes, art and music, club sports meet & greets, fitness challenge, games, giveaways, and more.
#Undergraduate #GraduateProfessional #FacultyStaff #Social #Community
RISE x Enormous Activities Fair
Tue 9/24 • 11AM - 3PM PDT
Royce Quad
Find RISE at the Enormous Activities Fair, the largest student organization fair that features over 500+ student organizations and departments. Explore clubs you're passionate about, find new interests, and meet a lot of new people!
Fall 2024 Career Connections Fair for Student Athletes : In-Person
Tue 9/24 • 2PM - 5PM PDT RSVP
UCLA Athletic Hall of Fame
Please join us ON-CAMPUS September 24th at 2pm – 5pm to meet & connect with top employers. The UCLA Career Center & UCLA Athletics Department is proud to present the Career Connections Fair for Student Athletes. Meet with top employers who are...
2024 Karmiole Fellow Lecture: Fashioning Liberation: Rudi Gernreich and the Counterculture
Tue 9/24 • 2:30PM - 4PM PDT
Join UCLA Library for a presentation from writer, historian, podcast host and 2024 Karmiole Fellow Ben Miller. This event will feature materials from Library Special Collections' fashion and textile collections. Fashion designer, gay rights...
Transferpalooza
Tue 9/24 • 4PM - 6PM PDT
Ackerman Wescom Terrace
Connect with fellow Transfer students and explore UCLA's vibrant arts scene at Transferpalooza! Enjoy live music, art, and comedy, and embrace your Transfer pride while making new Bruin friends.
Neuro Connect
Tue 9/24 • 4PM - 5:30PM PDT
Neuroscience Research Building (NRB) Auditorium 132
Learn tips for a successful transition into the upper division major courses and how to get involved in research, student organizations, and other outreach opportunities in the neuroscience program. Featuring: uNSIDP Chair, Dr. Stephanie White,...
Transferpalooza
Tue 9/24 • 4PM - 6PM PDT
Ackerman’s Wescom Terrace (patio area by foodcourt and mural)
UCLA Transfer event for all transfers during Welcome Week and no RSVP required! Come make new friends, play board games, meet UCLA Departments & win exclusive Transferpalooza merch. This event is in collaboration with ASUCLA & SCA’s Arts in the...
Living Learning Communities Welcome
Tue 9/24 • 5PM - 6:30PM PDT
Covel Grand Horizon Ballroom
All are invited to explore our Living Learning Communites on the Hill. If you live an LLC, meet residents from your LLC as well as people from other LLCs and learn about resources available on the Hill.
Champed Up
Tue 9/24 • 5:30PM - 7PM PDT
Pauley Pavilion
Celebrate the new athletic season and support our student-athletes! Hear from the athletes, cheer for your favorite sports, and enjoy prizes and contests throughout the event.
UCLA Men's Soccer vs Westmont
Tue 9/24 • 7PM PDT
Wallis Annenberg Stadium
Cheer on the Bruins as they face off against Westmont.
True Bruin Welcome • Day 4 • Open Houses • Wednesday September 9/25
Academic Open Houses
Wed 9/25
Various locations by department
Explore your academic passions and connect with faculty at the Academic Open Houses!
National Pan-Hellenic Council Informational Events
Wed 9/25
The fraternities and sororities that make up the "Divine Nine" of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) conduct membership intake at a time of a chapter's choosing. Chapters will typically host informational sessions during the fall quarter and...
Donating Blood
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27
Ackerman Blood & Platelet Center
Students have the opportunity to donate blood and save a life! Open to any student or member of the UCLA community. UCLA Blood & Platelet Center is the largest hospital-based donor center in the U.S. All donations go to patients at our three...
Immunization Requirement Fair
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27 RSVP
John Wooden Center, Collins Court
The UCLA Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center will host its annual UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair during Zero Week (9/23/24 - 9/27/24) from 9am-4pm at John Wooden Center Collins Court. Incoming students can obtain the necessary...
Immunization Requirement Fair
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27 RSVP
John Wooden Center, Collins Court
The UCLA Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center will host its annual UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair during Zero Week (9/23/24 - 9/27/24) from 9am-4pm at John Wooden Center Collins Court. Incoming students can obtain the necessary...
Interfraternity Council Recruitment Events
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27 RSVP
Check-in at the IFC Tent on the Southeast corner of Strathmore and Gayley.
Each fall quarter during True Bruin Welcome Week (zero week), the Interfraternity Council (IFC) coordinates a more formal recruitment week where students who are interested in joining a fraternity have an opportunity to preview each organization....
Asian Greek Council Recruitment Events
Tue 9/24 - Sun 9/29
Various locations on and off campus, check each chapter's events
Each fall quarter during True Bruin Welcome Week (zero week), the Asian Greek Council (AGC) coordinates a "Rush Week" where students who are interested in joining a fraternity or sorority have an opportunity to preview each organization. Chapters...
Military Science/Army ROTC True Bruin Welcome Open House
Wed 9/25 • 7AM - 2PM PDT
Student Activities Center, Room 120P
If you have a desire for public service and a sense of adventure, check out UCLA's Army ROTC program. We provide premiere leadership training, full-tuition scholarships, valuable hands-on work experiences plus additional financial and professional...
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True Bruin Welcome with the Undergraduate Research Centers
Wed 9/25 • 9AM - 1PM PDT
Dodd Hall, Room 121
Join the Undergraduate Research Centers for our Open House! We will be hosting a brief presentation every 30 minutes from 9 AM to 1 PM where we will share information on how to get involved in undergraduate research, how to get course credit for...
Dept. of English Welcome
Wed 9/25 • 9AM - 5PM PDT
Kaplan Hall 193
Join Dept. of English faculty as they present information about departmental programs throughout the day on September 25! Specific info sessions will include creative writing, departmental honors, summer travel study, and professional writing. To...
AAP Orientation and Open House
Wed 9/25 • 9:30AM - 2PM PDT
Broad Arts Center Room 2160E and Bunche Plaza
Please join us for our New Student Orientation for entering (and continuing) eligible AAP students, scheduled for Wednesday, September 25, 2024. We will hold three sessions in Broad Arts Center Room 2160E: Session #1- 9:30 a.m. – 10:15am (last...
Center for Academic Advising in the College Virtual Welcome
Wed 9/25 • 10AM - 11AM PDT
Meet the Center for Academic Advising in the College (CAAC) Peer Counselors, College Academic Mentors, and College Advisors who will help connect your intellectual, personal, and professional goals to your UCLA experience! This virtual event will...
Mathematics Undergraduate Fall Open House
Wed 9/25 • 10AM - 11AM PDT
MS 6627
The Mathematics Department invites you to join us and meet with our current departmental counselors to address any questions you may have
UCLA Department of Economics In-Person Welcome Mixer
Wed 9/25 • 10AM - 11:30AM PDT
Please RSVP at https://sa.ucla.edu/forms/p/WVlTT for location details.
Meet the Department of Economics, including the counseling team, faculty/instructors, and fellow students. Enjoy some light refreshments while they last.
Political Science New Student Welcome
Wed 9/25 • 10AM - 12PM PDT RSVP
Bunche 4357
This event is an opportunity for incoming Political Science students to connect with peers, meet the Vice Chair for Undergraduate Studies and speak with departmental counselors about the major. Stop by Bunche 4357 on September 25th anytime between...
UCLA Summer Sessions Open House
Wed 9/25 • 10AM - 12PM PDT
Murphy Hall 1331
UCLA Summer Sessions provides a range of programs and courses designed to enhance both your academic and professional journeys. Join us for an open house to explore the diverse online, in-person, and hybrid opportunities available each summer at...
Center for Scholarships & Scholar Enrichment OPEN HOUSE
Wed 9/25 • 10AM - 1PM PDT
233 Covel Commons and Covel 2nd Floor Rotunda Area
The Center for Scholarships & Scholar Enrichment (formerly the Scholarship Resource Center) helps you win money and graduate with less debt! At our open house, we will provide information about our resources and services and how you can get started...
Naval Science/Naval ROTC Academic Open House
Wed 9/25 • 10AM - 2PM PDT
Student Activities Center, 120A
Stop by to learn more about a career as an officer in the Navy or Marine Corps post-college, undergraduate scholarship opportunities, and NROTC program requirements. This will be designed as an informal drop-in information session targeted to all...
UCLA Study Abroad Open House
Wed 9/25 • 10AM - 2PM PDT
Murphy Hall Patio (1st Floor)
Study abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! Earn academic credit toward your degree while experiencing global opportunities including faculty-led travel study and global internships. Come to our open house and learn how you can study abroad...
Herb Alpert School of Music Fall Welcome
Wed 9/25 • 10:31AM - 1PM PDT
Schoenberg Hall
The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music welcomes all new and returning students to Fall Welcome on September 25, 2024. The event is a great opportunity to hear more about the events of the year ahead and connect with faculty and students. Lunch is...
#Undergraduate #GraduateProfessional #FacultyStaff #Arts #Music
Fall Undergrad Open House
Wed 9/25 • 11AM - 12PM PDT
Kaplan 348
Come meet faculty, new and prospective program students and learn more about our major and minor! Light refreshments will be served!
2024 True Bruin Welcome Career Center Open House
Wed 9/25 • 11AM - 2PM PDT RSVP
UCLA Career Center, Room 200, Strathmore Building
Come out to YOUR Career Center to learn all about how to connect with us throughout your time here at UCLA and be ready for an amazing career after graduation! At our Open House you will have opportunities to meet our Career Educators, meet our...
Undergraduate and Graduate Student Government Open House
Wed 9/25 • 11AM - 2PM PDT
Kerckhoff Bldg., Third Floor
Interested in student government and want to make your voice heard? Come to the Student Government Open House hosted by your Undergraduate and Graduate Students Associations. Elected officers and commissioners will be in attendance to talk about...
#Undergraduate #GraduateProfessional #Leadership #StudentGovernment
FITWELL Talks - Caffeine and Your Health 101 with Dr. Grace Firestone, UCLA Health
Wed 9/25 • 12PM - 12:45PM PDT RSVP
As we head into a new academic year, join us for the September 2024 FITWELL Talks session to learn all about caffeine and how it impacts your health. If time allows, stay until 12:45p to connect with fellow participants. This workshop will be...
CaSB Welcome Event
Wed 9/25 • 12PM - 1PM PDT
Hershey Hall Salon(RM. 158)
CaSB will be hosting a welcome event for all incoming students. This will be on September 25th from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Hershey Hall Salon(Rm. 158).
Academic Open House - Center for Community Engagement
Wed 9/25 • 12PM - 2PM PDT RSVP
Student Activities Center, Conference Room 5 (third floor)
Join us for our academic open house to learn more about student opportunities for community engagement at UCLA, including: Community-Engaged (XP) Courses, our Community Engagement & Social Change Minor, the Quarter in Washington “study away”...
Asian American Studies Department Open House
Wed 9/25 • 12PM - 2PM PDT RSVP
Rolfe 3333
The Department of Asian American Studies would like to invite you to our Open House on Wednesday, September 25th from 12-2pm in and around Rolfe Hall 3333. Students, both new and continuing, are invited to come and learn about the Asian American...
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Philosophy Department Open House
Wed 9/25 • 12PM - 2PM PDT RSVP
Shostak Terrace (in front of Murphy Hall, across from Dodd Hall and the Law School)
Please join us on September 25, 2024 from 12pm – 2pm at the Shostak Terrace (in front of Murphy Hall, across from Dodd Hall and the Law School) for the Philosophy Department’s Annual Open House. All are welcome! Enjoy pizza and refreshments as you...
Fielding School of Public Health New Undergraduate Major Welcome
Wed 9/25 • 1PM - 3PM PDT RSVP
CHS 33-105
The Fielding School of Public Health invites members of the second cohort of Public Health BA and BS majors to connect with faculty, staff, and their cohort mates during our New Major Welcome. The program will include a welcome from Dean Ron...
Luskin School of Public Affairs Undergraduate Program Open House
Wed 9/25 • 1PM - 3PM PDT RSVP
3383 Public Affairs 3rd Floor Commons Rooftop
The UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs faculty and staff invite you to attend the Public Affairs Undergraduate Program Open House learn how the Public Affairs major aligns with your interests. Luskin School of Public Affairs Undergraduate...
Fielding School of Public Health Major Capstone Workshop
Wed 9/25 • 2PM - 3PM PDT RSVP
CHS 43-105
The Capstone Workshop will cover: potential project options, timelines, and deliverables, with time for Q&A. Open to Cohort 1 Public Health majors only. RSVP Required.
Physics & Astronomy Undergraduate Open House
Wed 9/25 • 2PM - 3PM PDT
Angels, Devils, Trials and Trivia - Study of Religion True Bruin Welcome Open House
Wed 9/25 • 2PM - 3:30PM PDT RSVP
Kaplan Hall, Room 348
Come to the Study of Religion open house and compete against your fellow students to see all you do and don’t know about religions found in the City of Angels. Financial prizes for winning teams. Swag and snacks for all! Learn about how being part...
Humanities Welcome
Wed 9/25 • 2PM - 4PM PDT RSVP
The Humanities Welcome, held at the beginning of each academic year, invites faculty, staff and students to come together to showcase the Humanities at UCLA. The event introduces students to the benefits of Humanities coursework and degrees, with...
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History Department Open House
Wed 9/25 • 2:30PM - 4:30PM PDT RSVP
Bunche Hall, History Conference Room 6275
Incoming and returning students are invited to the History Department’s Open House! Make the most out of your UCLA experience and learn about: - Academic Counseling - Faculty-Student Engagement - HistoryCorps Internships - Public History Initiative...
Life Sciences Undergraduate New Student Welcome - Open House at La Kretz Garden Pavilion
Wed 9/25 • 2:30PM - 5PM PDT
La Kretz Garden Pavilion
Welcome Incoming Life Sciences Majors, Congratulations on your acceptance to the Division of Life Sciences at UCLA! We are excited to welcome you to our vibrant community and help you embark on a successful academic journey. To kickstart your...
Fielding School of Public Health Undergraduate Student Mixer
Wed 9/25 • 3PM - 4:30PM PDT RSVP
CHS Courtyard
The mixer, which immediately follows the both our New Major Welcome and Capstone Workshop, is open to all declared Public Health majors and minors. We will serve light refreshments and offer students a chance to connect with one another, faculty,...
International Institute Open House
Wed 9/25 • 3PM - 4:30PM PDT
Bunche Hall Courtyard
Undergraduates interested in any International Institute academic program are welcome to attend! - African Studies - African & Middle Eastern Studies - Asian Studies - East Asian Studies - European Studies - Global Health - Global Studies -...
Cookies and Queers 2024
Wed 9/25 • 3PM - 5PM PDT
Bruin Plaza
A social resource fair for first years, incoming transfers, graduate professionals, and continuing students. Come hang out in-person with the UCLA LGBTQ CRC team, meet our 20+ LGBTQ+ student organizations, and connect with LGBTQ+ students. Check out...
Department of Chicana/o and Central American Studies Open House
Wed 9/25 • 3PM - 5PM PDT
Bunche Hall
We invite all students, faculty, and community members to join us at our annual Open House. We will be in front of Bunche Hall from 3:00-5:00pm. Students will learn more about our major and minors, as well as, network with our professors and our...
School of Education and Information Studies Undergraduate Meet and Greet
Wed 9/25 • 3PM - 5PM PDT
Moore Hall Lawn
Join us for the School of Education and Information Studies Meet and Greet! This event is meant to help new and continuing students connect with each other before the school year begins. Stop by and meet new and continuing students from the...
Meet the Hill
Wed 9/25 • 4PM - 7PM PDT
The Hill
Discover everything you need to know about living and studying on the Hill! Meet the teams and explore the areas that make the Hill your home away from home.
Linguistics Undergraduate Open House
Wed 9/25 • 4PM - 5PM PDT
Campbell Hall, 2nd Floor
Welcoming our new Linguistics students to Campbell Hall to meet and mingle in an informal setting with peers, faculty, the Bruin Linguists Society, and the Linguistics Advisors! Stop by any time between 4pm-5pm for snacks, socializing, and prizes.
Prepping for Success in Your Med School Interview
Wed 9/25 • 4PM - 5:30PM PDT RSVP
Room 200, Strathmore Building (2nd Floor)
No matter how great your application looks on paper, the interview portion of the medical school admissions process is what sets you apart from the competition. Join Lisa Miller, a 20-year veteran of the med school admissions industry, as she goes...
RISE x Meet the Hill
Wed 9/25 • 4PM - 7PM PDT
The Hill
Catch us at Meet the Hill and discover everything you need to know about living and studying on the Hill! Meet the teams and explore the areas that make the Hill your home away from home.
HAMMER FORUM: One Person, One Vote?
Wed 9/25 • 7:30PM PDT
Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Hammer Forums are made possible by the Rosenbloom Family. Co-presented with the Center for Safeguarding Democracy at UCLA Law At a time when many Americans question democratic institutions, One Person, One Vote? unveils the complexities of the...
True Bruin Welcome • Day 5 • Classes Start • Thursday September 9/26
First Day of Classes
Thu 9/26
Good luck, Bruins! Fall quarter starts as we embark on an exciting new quarter!
Donating Blood
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27
Ackerman Blood & Platelet Center
Students have the opportunity to donate blood and save a life! Open to any student or member of the UCLA community. UCLA Blood & Platelet Center is the largest hospital-based donor center in the U.S. All donations go to patients at our three...
Immunization Requirement Fair
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27 RSVP
John Wooden Center, Collins Court
The UCLA Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center will host its annual UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair during Zero Week (9/23/24 - 9/27/24) from 9am-4pm at John Wooden Center Collins Court. Incoming students can obtain the necessary...
Immunization Requirement Fair
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27 RSVP
John Wooden Center, Collins Court
The UCLA Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center will host its annual UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair during Zero Week (9/23/24 - 9/27/24) from 9am-4pm at John Wooden Center Collins Court. Incoming students can obtain the necessary...
Interfraternity Council Recruitment Events
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27 RSVP
Check-in at the IFC Tent on the Southeast corner of Strathmore and Gayley.
Each fall quarter during True Bruin Welcome Week (zero week), the Interfraternity Council (IFC) coordinates a more formal recruitment week where students who are interested in joining a fraternity have an opportunity to preview each organization....
Asian Greek Council Recruitment Events
Tue 9/24 - Sun 9/29
Various locations on and off campus, check each chapter's events
Each fall quarter during True Bruin Welcome Week (zero week), the Asian Greek Council (AGC) coordinates a "Rush Week" where students who are interested in joining a fraternity or sorority have an opportunity to preview each organization. Chapters...
True Bruin Welcome - RISE Pop-up & Open House
Thu 9/26 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement
The RISE Center is hosting a pop-up event to welcome students to our space to learn more about our services and all the mental health resources we offer. Our pop-up will be located outside of Luvalle Commons and in the RISE Center. Students can...
Orientation
Thu 9/26 • 2PM - 5PM PDT
Boardroom, Santa Monica Hospital, 1250 16th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Join our Companion Care Program as a trained volunteer! Sign up for the companion care program by visiting: https://volunteer.uclahealth.org/custom/527/opp_details/4135 Once your application is approved, you will be invited to an in-person...
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2024 New Graduate Student Welcome
Thu 9/26 • 4PM - 6:30PM PDT
Royce Quad
On Thursday, September 26, from 4 pm to 6:30 pm, the Division of Graduate Education will welcome our newest graduate Bruins into the UCLA community at Royce Quad! Our newest Bruins will enjoy a relaxing evening of delicious food, entertaining music...
Athletics x First Year Experience Tailgate
Thu 9/26 • 4:15PM - 5:45PM PDT
Sunset Village
Join UCLA Athletics and First Year Experience for the first tailgate of the year featuring the UCLA Football Team ahead of this Saturday's New Student Free day as UCLA Football takes on Oregon at the Rosebowl! After the tailgate, join us for a...
UCLA Women's Soccer - Big Ten Home Opener!
Thu 9/26 • 6PM - 8PM PDT
Wallis Annenberg Stadium
Celebrate the inaugural Big Ten season as Women's Soccer hosts their first Big Ten opponent, Wisconsin. Students are invited to the GolDen Game to create an electric atmosphere for the matchup.
Latinx Greek Council Meet the Greeks
Thu 9/26 • 6:30PM - 8PM PDT
De Neve Plaza Room A
Bienvenida! Join the Latinx Greek Council as they welcome any student interested in Latinx fraternities and sororities and looking to build community around shared heritage and experiences. Most fraternities and sororities in the Latinx Greek...
Multi-Interest Greek Council Meet the Greeks
Thu 9/26 • 6:30PM - 8PM PDT
De Neve Plaza Room B
Join the Multi-Interest Greek Council as they invite any student interested in MIGC fraternities and sororities and looking to build community around shared heritage and experiences. Many fraternities and sororities in the Multi-Interest Greek...
True Bruin Welcome • Day 6 • Spirit Day • Friday September 9/27
UCLA Spirit Day
Fri 9/27
Show your Bruin pride; wear your UCLA gear today! All are encouraged to join —undergraduates, graduates, faculty, staff, and alumni. Let's unite and celebrate! Go Bruins!
Donating Blood
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27
Ackerman Blood & Platelet Center
Students have the opportunity to donate blood and save a life! Open to any student or member of the UCLA community. UCLA Blood & Platelet Center is the largest hospital-based donor center in the U.S. All donations go to patients at our three...
Immunization Requirement Fair
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27 RSVP
John Wooden Center, Collins Court
The UCLA Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center will host its annual UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair during Zero Week (9/23/24 - 9/27/24) from 9am-4pm at John Wooden Center Collins Court. Incoming students can obtain the necessary...
Immunization Requirement Fair
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27 RSVP
John Wooden Center, Collins Court
The UCLA Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center will host its annual UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair during Zero Week (9/23/24 - 9/27/24) from 9am-4pm at John Wooden Center Collins Court. Incoming students can obtain the necessary...
Interfraternity Council Recruitment Events
Mon 9/23 - Fri 9/27 RSVP
Check-in at the IFC Tent on the Southeast corner of Strathmore and Gayley.
Each fall quarter during True Bruin Welcome Week (zero week), the Interfraternity Council (IFC) coordinates a more formal recruitment week where students who are interested in joining a fraternity have an opportunity to preview each organization....
Asian Greek Council Recruitment Events
Tue 9/24 - Sun 9/29
Various locations on and off campus, check each chapter's events
Each fall quarter during True Bruin Welcome Week (zero week), the Asian Greek Council (AGC) coordinates a "Rush Week" where students who are interested in joining a fraternity or sorority have an opportunity to preview each organization. Chapters...
UCLA Men's Soccer vs Michigan State
Fri 9/27 • 7PM PDT
Wallis Annenberg Stadium
Cheer on the Bruins as they face off against Michigan State.
True Bruin Welcome • Day 7 • Go Bruins • Saturday September 9/28
UCLA Football vs Oregon
Sat 9/28
The Rose Bowl
Come on out to the Rose Bowl to cheer on your Bruins football team as they take on the Oregon Ducks. It’s New Student Free Day, so all First-Year students (transfers included!) are able to claim a free ticket for the game. Check back here later this...
Army ROTC Orientation
Sat 9/28
Orientation for new and returning Army ROTC cadets. Agenda will be sent directly via email. If you are interested in applying to the Army ROTC program, please contact Mr. Romeo Miguel at (310) 825-7381 or via email at...
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UCLA Football - New Student Free Day
Sat 9/28
Rose Bowl Stadium
New Student Free Day invites all new UCLA students (First-year and transfer students) out to the Rose Bowl for UCLA vs Oregon on Sept. 28. Qualifying individuals will have a ticket will have a ticket placed in their account prior to gameday. Pack...
UCLA Football vs Oregon
Sat 9/28
Rose Bowl Stadium
Celebrate the inaugural Big Ten season as Football hosts Oregon. Create an electric atmosphere for the B1G matchup.
Asian Greek Council Recruitment Events
Tue 9/24 - Sun 9/29
Various locations on and off campus, check each chapter's events
Each fall quarter during True Bruin Welcome Week (zero week), the Asian Greek Council (AGC) coordinates a "Rush Week" where students who are interested in joining a fraternity or sorority have an opportunity to preview each organization. Chapters...
Clark Library Open House and Adopt-A-Book Fair
Sat 9/28 • 2:30PM - 5PM PDT RSVP
William Andrews Clark Memorial Library
Join us at the Open House and Adopt-A-Book Fair at the Clark Library! Come explore the expansive grounds and historical rooms, and consider adopting a book in the Clark Library’s collection. Donations, which are optional, will provide essential...