Academic

Wednesday August 6

Applying for the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (General) (Aug. 6)

Time Wed 8/6 • 4:30PM - 6PM 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.

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Graduate Writing Center

Friday August 8

Mindful Writing Retreat Sessions (3rd of 3)

Time Fri 8/8 • 1:30PM - 4PM PDT RSVP

The mindful writing retreat will integrate simple techniques from mindfulness to support the writing process and cultivate an approach to writing that fosters balance, self-care, and well-being. Please bring a current writing project because much of the retreat time will be allocated for writing. All sessions will be conducted remotely via Zoom.

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Graduate Writing Center

Wednesday August 13

Writing the Personal Statement (August 13th)

Time Wed 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.

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Graduate Writing Center

Thursday August 14

BUS Transfer Empowerment Workshop

Time Thu 8/14 • 12PM - 2PM PDT RSVP

Join us for an empowering workshop designed to support formerly incarcerated and system-impacted students navigating the transfer process. Hosted by UCLA Underground Scholars, this session will cover transfer planning, personal insight questions (PIQs), and building a strong support network. Whether you're just starting or finalizing your application, this space is for you.

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Bruin Resource Center Bruin Underground Scholars Program

Writing the Personal Statement (August 14th)

Time Thu 8/14 • 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.

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Graduate Writing Center

Wednesday August 20

Law at the Dashew Center

Time Wed 8/20 • 10AM - 12PM PDT

Zoom

Free legal clinic for the UCLA community to come talk to an attorney about immigration related questions. No RSVP needed -- waiting room only, admitted in order of joining.

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Student Legal Services

Thursday August 21

BUS Transfer Empowerment Workshop

Time Thu 8/21 • 12PM - 2PM PDT RSVP

Join us for an empowering workshop designed to support formerly incarcerated and system-impacted students navigating the transfer process. Hosted by UCLA Underground Scholars, this session will cover transfer planning, personal insight questions (PIQs), and building a strong support network. Whether you're just starting or finalizing your application, this space is for you.

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Bruin Resource Center Bruin Underground Scholars Program

Applying for the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (Engineering and Physical Science Focus)

Time Thu 8/21 • 4:30PM - 6PM PDT RSVP

This workshop will discuss strategies for applying for the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship with a physical science focus. 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.

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Graduate Writing Center

Tuesday August 26

Applying for the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (Life and Bio Science Focus)

Time Tue 8/26 • 4:30PM - 6PM PDT RSVP

This workshop will discuss strategies for applying for the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship with a life science focus. 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.

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Graduate Writing Center

Wednesday September 3

Telling Your New American Story: Applying to the Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans

Time Wed 9/3 • 4PM - 5PM PDT RSVP

This workshop will provide guidance on preparing a competitive application for the Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans (https://www.pdsoros.org/), which provides up to $90K in support for graduate students from migrant backgrounds. Specifically, this workshop will focus on writing strategies for telling your New American story in a compelling, creative, and empowering way. We will brainstorm and begin drafting application components during the session. Although the application is not due until October 2025, we recommend getting started on your application essays well in advance, to allow for multiple drafts and revision.

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Graduate Writing Center

Friday September 5

Writing Successful Grant and Fellowship Applications (Humanities and Social Sciences)

Time Fri 9/5 • 1PM - 2:30PM PDT RSVP

This workshop will first briefly review funding opportunities for graduate students in humanities, social sciences, and related fields. The workshop will then focus on strategies for writing effective applications for grants and fellowships to support graduate study and research, especially for students seeking doctorates and research MAs. We will also cover tips for organizing the application process.

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Graduate Writing Center

Monday September 8

Summer Workshop: Designing your Online Course

Time Mon 9/8 • 10AM - Fri 9/12 • 10AM PDT RSVP

Live Zoom sessions from September 8 through September 12 Applications are due August 21, 2025 Designing Your Online Course Summer Workshop - September 8 through September 12 Applications are due August 21, 2025 The TLC’s Instructional Design and Media Production team will host a multi-session workshop exploring effective online instructional practices and course design strategies. The goal of the workshop is to design a course that is grounded in best practices for online instruction that is accessible and welcoming to all learners. The 1-week workshop includes asynchronous activities and 3 synchronous sessions on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 12-1pm. Please email idmp@teaching.ucla.edu for more information.

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Teaching and Learning Center

Tuesday September 9

Writing Successful Grant and Fellowship Applications (STEM Focus)

Time Tue 9/9 • 4:30PM - 6PM PDT RSVP

This workshop will first briefly review funding opportunities for graduate students in STEM fields. The workshop will then focus on strategies for writing effective applications for grants and fellowships to support graduate study and research, especially for students seeking doctorates and research MAs. The workshop will also cover tips for organizing the application process.

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Graduate Writing Center

Wednesday September 10

Applying for the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (General) (Sept. 10)

Time Wed 9/10 • 4:30PM - 6PM 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.

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Graduate Writing Center

Wednesday September 24

Academic Open Houses

Day Wed 9/24

Various Locations

Explore your academic passions and connect with faculty at the Academic Open Houses!

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UCLA Featured

Center for Scholarships & Scholar Enrichment Open House

Time Wed 9/24 • 10AM - 12:30PM PDT

Covel Commons 233 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 working with us. #Undergraduate #Educational #Academic

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Center for Scholarship & Scholar Enrichment

UCLA Study Abroad Open House

Time Wed 9/24 • 10AM - 2PM PDT

Shostak Terrace at Murphy Hall

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 this year!

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Study Abroad

Dept. of Comparative Literature Fall Undergrad Open House

Time Wed 9/24 • 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!

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Comparative Literature

UCLA Summer Sessions Open House

Time Wed 9/24 • 12PM PDT

Bruin Plaza

Get the scoop on summer at the UCLA Summer Sessions ice cream truck open house! Over 75% of Bruins who graduate in 4 years or less take courses over the summer, so come and meet the team to explore your options. Pick up a free ice cream scoop and play a few rounds of cornhole while you learn how you can maximize your summer and take steps towards graduation. With hundreds of courses that can help you get ahead in your degree, as well as specialized programs like College/Professional Summer Institutes that provide hands-on, career-driven experiences, UCLA Summer Sessions offers a path to success for every Bruin. Free ice cream on a first-come, first-served basis until we run out!

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Summer Sessions

Dept. of Slavic, East European & Eurasian Languages & Cultures Fall Undergrad Open House

Time Wed 9/24 • 1PM - 2PM PDT

Kaplan 311

Come meet faculty, new and prospective program students and learn more about our majors and minors! Light refreshments will be served!

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Slavic, East European and Eurasian Languages and Cultures

African American Studies Open House

Time Wed 9/24 • 1PM - 3PM PDT

2134 Rolfe Hall

Stop by to learn more about the African American Studies minor and Major. You will learn about the discipline, careers after graduation, and much, much more.

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African American Studies

Thursday September 25

First Day of Classes

Day Thu 9/25

Good luck, Bruins! Fall quarter starts as we embark on an exciting new quarter! Stop by the Bruin Bear to pickup a map or refreshment on your way to class.

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UCLA Featured

Wednesday October 15

Labor Studies Welcome and Open House

Time Wed 10/15 • 12:30PM - 2PM PDT

Bruin Reception Room

Learn about the Labor Studies major and minor, resources on campus, and students organizations as well as meet the Labor Studies faculty, staff, and students!

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Institute for Research on Labor & Employment Labor Studies