UCLA affirmations
Some feel-good affirmations, for students from students
Happy 11/11 to those who celebrate! Not only is 11/11 considered an angel number (a series of numbers that can have significance to a person) but 11:11 or 11/11 is said to be a time to fulfill your wishes!
So, while we are in the middle of midterm season, it is normal to feel stressed, anxious and overwhelmed; however, affirmations and energy shifts can help lift the mood! Keep reading for some UCLA affirmations, written by students, to help through exam season.
UCLA Bruin Family Weekend
Whether you have friends or family participating in UCLA Bruin Family Weekend or you just want to learn more about this event for the future, keep reading for more on the event!
UCLA Bruin Family Weekend is a great way to introduce family to what it means to be a Bruin with lunch, activities and much more! This two-day annual event is held this year on Nov. 8-9, making it a one-stop-shop for family members and loved ones to learn more about UCLA and our campus. For more information, click the link below.
UCLA food trucks
UCLA Housing and Dining hires Los Angeles-based food trucks for various UCLA-related events, promotions and more. However, there is the highest demand for and most UCLA food trucks on The Hill — where all the UCLA dorms and residence living are located.
The Study UCLA
The Study UCLA, also referred to as The Study at Hedrick, is one of four quick-service and takeout restaurants on the Hill, where the residential living and dorms at UCLA are located. The Study is on the first floor of Hedrick Hall, one of two dorms in the Hedrick area, and is only available to the Hill residents.
Apartments near UCLA
Apartments near UCLA are located in Westwood and are either university-owned or privately managed. The most popular apartments near UCLA are located on the west and southwest sides of campus.
Study abroad UCLA
An introduction to the various study abroad programs at UCLA
The UCLA International Education Office (IEO) offers several study abroad UCLA programs, formally known as UCLA Study Abroad programs, including the UCLA Travel Study, UCLA Global Internship Program, University of California Education Abroad Program (UCEAP) and the UCLA Exchange program. For an overview of the various study abroad programs the UCLA IEO offers, click the link below, or visit the general webpage here.
UCLA Study Abroad
Preparing for the study abroad application process at UCLA
The UCLA International Education Office (IEO) provides important resources for students interested in joining a UCLA Study Abroad program, including information on application timelines, opportunities the various programs offer, webinars and more. To visit the UCLA Study Abroad and IEO webpage, click the link below.
Observing Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is an observed holiday that occurs annually on the second Monday of October and recognizes the Indigenous peoples as well as their histories. Though formerly known as Columbus Day for Christopher Columbus’ voyage to the Americas, the day is commemorated now towards the Indigenous peoples and their cultures and accomplishments. Keep reading to hear how UCLA student organizations are recognizing and celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
ASUCLA jobs
ASUCLA jobs that are hiring can be found on the ASUCLA website. Go to the “JOB” tab in the horizontal menu bar at the top of the ASUCLA website, then click “Get a Job.”
UCLA Women's Basketball roster
The UCLA Women’s Basketball roster, for the 2024-2025 season, consists of 13 athletes. There are six forwards, six guards and one center.
Gmail UCLA
A Bruin’s Gmail UCLA is their UCLA logon ID followed by the tag @ucla.edu or @g.ucla.edu. Both emails are functionally identical; the main difference is that the Gmail ending in @g.ucla.edu is directly connected to Google services while the @ucla.edu one is not.
Schedule of classes at UCLA
Students can plan and enroll for their classes each quarter by making a schedule of classes at UCLA. The schedule of classes at UCLA is available on the MyUCLA website on the “Class Planner” webpage.
Back to school season
School is officially back in full swing. Congratulations on surviving week one of the 2024-2025 UCLA school year, Bruins! With the return of students, campus is buzzing with fun events and amazing opportunities.
Happy Halloween, Bruins!
Looking for things to do this Halloween at UCLA? Check out this list of UCLA-related activities to get into the spooky seasonal festivities!
Filipino American History Month
October is Filipino American History Month (FAHM), commemorating the first recorded presence of Filipinos in America in October 1587.
UCLA coach
The coaches who went to the Paris Olympics 2024
For the Paris 2024 Olympics, UCLA Athletics provided an outline of every UCLA coach, athlete and alumni participating in the Games. Click the button below for the full list of the 49 Bruins who competed at the 2024 Olympics and Paralympic Games.
UCLA alumni
Bruin alumni who are now Bruin coaches
UCLA alumni's achievements vary across many fields, including academics, research, athletics and more. The UCLA Athletics Department is home to many well-known and talented athletes, some who return to Westwood as alumni and coach on the Bruin teams. For more information on the different UCLA alumni active in the Bruin athletic community, visit the UCLA Athletics website.
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News on some of the UCLA Swim and Dive Coaches
The UCLA Swim and Dive team has had many successes in 2024, including three athletes attending the Paris 2024 Olympics. For the Bruins, there are several new updates to the coaching staff, including Olympian and Assistant Coach UCLA Tom Daley, and new Assistant Coach UCLA, Zac Gebhardt. For more information on the UCLA Swim and Dive team, click the link below.
UCLA fountain
There are several UCLA fountains on campus, a few with particular importance to the Bruin community. The Shapiro Fountain, Inverted Fountain, Medical Plaza Fountain and Macgowan Fountain are the four fountains on campus. To learn more about each fountain keep reading, or click the button below for interactive maps on where to locate each UCLA fountain.