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The UndocuStartup Bootcamp
Sat 8/2 • 10AM - 4PM PDT
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Are you an undocumented UCLA student or alumni/recent graduate ready to launch a business or side hustle? The UndocuStartup™ Bootcamp is a one-day, in-person experience where you’ll go from idea to pitch, and even get your first client using practical tools, and teamwork. Apply Today: https://forms.gle/jozwQa7Ho8vTd2hZ7 Applications are due July 25 at 11:59 PM PST
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Monday August 4
Drop in with RISE
Mon 8/4 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE Health and Wellbeing Coordinator! Whether you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage academic stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you.
Tuesday August 5
CAPS Virtual Drop-In Hours
Tue 8/5 • 4PM - 5PM PDT
The Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides convenient online drop-in hours exclusively tailored to meet the needs of UndocuBruins during the Summer quarter! No appointment needed. https://counseling.ucla.edu/services/drop-in
Youth Recovery Expo
Tue 8/5 • 7:30AM - Wed 8/6 • 12PM PDT
Carnesale Commons
Young People in Recovery (YPR) has invited UCLA’s CRP to attend their annual Youth Recovery Expo on August 5-6th at UCLA Carnesale Commons. This event is free of charge for all UCLA CRP students and campus partners! If you’re in Los Angeles this summer and would like to attend, please email recovery@saonet.ucla.edu to receive the free sign up code! We’re proud to announce that three of our very own UCLA CRP students will be featured as panelists on Tuesday morning—come show your support!
Drop in with RISE
Tue 8/5 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE Health and Wellbeing Coordinator! Whether you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage academic stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you.
Wednesday August 6
Applying for the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (General) (Aug. 6)
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.
CAPS Virtual Drop-In Hours
Wed 8/6 • 4PM - 5PM PDT
The Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides convenient online drop-in hours exclusively tailored to meet the needs of UndocuBruins during the Summer quarter! No appointment needed. https://counseling.ucla.edu/services/drop-in
Drop in with RISE
Wed 8/6 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE Health and Wellbeing Coordinator! Whether you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage academic stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you.
Thursday August 7
USP Student staff application DUE
Thu 8/7
NOW HIRING student staff for the 2025-2026 academic year! Application Due: August 7th, 2025 by Noon https://sa.ucla.edu/forms/p/USPStudentStaff25 For further information, contact us at usp@saonet.ucla.edu
CAPS Virtual Drop-In Hours
Thu 8/7 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
The Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides convenient online drop-in hours exclusively tailored to meet the needs of UndocuBruins during the Summer quarter! No appointment needed. https://counseling.ucla.edu/services/drop-in
Drop in with RISE
Thu 8/7 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE Health and Wellbeing Coordinator! Whether you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage academic stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you.
Friday August 8
Undocumented Graduate Student Award application DUE
Fri 8/8
The Undocumented Graduate Student Award application is NOW OPEN for a second round! The UGSA aims to support undocumented students enrolled in an academic and state-supported master-level and doctoral programs. For more information on eligibility, requirements, and the online application visit: https://tinyurl.com/2025UGSA Apply before August 8th at 4pm! Late submissions will not be accepted Have questions? Contact us at: askgrad@grad.ucla.edu
Drop in with RISE
Fri 8/8 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE Health and Wellbeing Coordinator! Whether you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage academic stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you.
Mindful Writing Retreat Sessions (3rd of 3)
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.
Monday August 11
Drop in with RISE
Mon 8/11 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE Health and Wellbeing Coordinator! Whether you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage academic stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you.
Tuesday August 12
Drop in with RISE
Tue 8/12 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE Health and Wellbeing Coordinator! Whether you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage academic stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you.
Wednesday August 13
Writing the Personal Statement (August 13th)
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.
Drop in with RISE
Wed 8/13 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE Health and Wellbeing Coordinator! Whether you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage academic stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you.
Thursday August 14
Writing the Personal Statement (August 14th)
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.
Drop in with RISE
Thu 8/14 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE Health and Wellbeing Coordinator! Whether you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage academic stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you.
Friday August 15
Drop in with RISE
Fri 8/15 • 1PM - 3PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Feel free to drop by and chat with RISE Health and Wellbeing Coordinator! Whether you want to discuss campus mental health resources, get connected to CAPS, manage academic stress, or just need someone to talk to, we're here for you.
Wednesday August 20
Law at the Dashew Center
Wed 8/20 • 10AM - 12PM PDT
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.
Thursday August 21
Applying for the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (Engineering and Physical Science Focus)
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.
Tuesday August 26
Applying for the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (Life and Bio Science Focus)
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.
Wednesday August 27
Navigating Graduate School: Academic Success Strategies for First-Generation College Students
Wed 8/27 • 4PM - 5:15PM PDT RSVP
This workshop will provide useful strategies for navigating graduate school successfully. We will focus on tips and tricks that will help you succeed, as well as elucidate aspects of the "hidden curriculum," or things you're expected to know but not explicitly taught. We will cover a broad spectrum of topics such as managing writing requirements, using organizational tools to stay on track, communicating effectively with mentors to meet your needs, and networking at conferences to build professional relationships. (We are defining a first-generation college student as a student whose parent[s] or guardian[s] did not complete a four-year degree in the United States.)
Wednesday September 3
Telling Your New American Story: Applying to the Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans
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.
Friday September 5
Writing Successful Grant and Fellowship Applications (Humanities and Social Sciences)
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.
Tuesday September 9
Writing Successful Grant and Fellowship Applications (STEM Focus)
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.
Wednesday September 10
Applying for the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (General) (Sept. 10)
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.
Thursday September 18
Graduate Student Orientation
Thu 9/18 - Fri 9/19
Kickstart your graduate journey by connecting with peers and discovering essential resources at Graduate Student Orientation!
Friday September 19
Graduate Student Orientation
Thu 9/18 - Fri 9/19
Kickstart your graduate journey by connecting with peers and discovering essential resources at Graduate Student Orientation!
Saturday September 20
UCSHIP Fall Waiver Deadline
Sat 9/20 RSVP
Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center Insurance Office
The University of California requires that all students have health insurance. UCLA assesses all students for a UCSHIP policy to ensure adequate coverage. Have your own health insurance plan? Learn more about how to waive out and receive a credit to your BruinBill. For more information on the UCSHIP waiver process, visit The Ashe Center Insurance Office website.
Sunday September 21
Bruin Bash
Sun 9/21 • 8PM - 10PM PDT
Los Angeles Tennis Center (LATC)
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 artist announcements!
Monday September 22
Enormous Activities Fair
Mon 9/22 • 12PM - 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.
Tuesday September 23
UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair 2025 (Zero Week)
Tue 9/23 - Fri 9/26
John Wooden Center, Collins Court
The UCLA Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center will host its annual UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair during Zero Week (9/23/25 - 9/26/25) at John Wooden Center Collins Court. Pre-scheduling is required and will open the first week of September 2025. For more information on the UCLA Immunization Requirements and to begin document upload using the new MyStudentChart Epic student health portal, visit our website.
Wednesday September 24
Herb Alpert School of Music Fall Welcome
Wed 9/24 • 10:30AM - 1PM PDT
Schoenberg Hall
The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music welcomes all new and returning students to Fall Welcome on September 24, 2025. The event is a great opportunity to hear more about the events of the year ahead and connect with faculty and students. Lunch is included!
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UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair 2025 (Zero Week)
Tue 9/23 - Fri 9/26
John Wooden Center, Collins Court
The UCLA Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center will host its annual UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair during Zero Week (9/23/25 - 9/26/25) at John Wooden Center Collins Court. Pre-scheduling is required and will open the first week of September 2025. For more information on the UCLA Immunization Requirements and to begin document upload using the new MyStudentChart Epic student health portal, visit our website.
Academic Open Houses
Wed 9/24
Various Locations
Explore your academic passions and connect with faculty at the Academic Open Houses!
Thursday September 25
UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair 2025 (Zero Week)
Tue 9/23 - Fri 9/26
John Wooden Center, Collins Court
The UCLA Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center will host its annual UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair during Zero Week (9/23/25 - 9/26/25) at John Wooden Center Collins Court. Pre-scheduling is required and will open the first week of September 2025. For more information on the UCLA Immunization Requirements and to begin document upload using the new MyStudentChart Epic student health portal, visit our website.
First Day of Classes
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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Friday September 26
UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair 2025 (Zero Week)
Tue 9/23 - Fri 9/26
John Wooden Center, Collins Court
The UCLA Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center will host its annual UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair during Zero Week (9/23/25 - 9/26/25) at John Wooden Center Collins Court. Pre-scheduling is required and will open the first week of September 2025. For more information on the UCLA Immunization Requirements and to begin document upload using the new MyStudentChart Epic student health portal, visit our website.
Tuesday October 28
Dialogue across Difference Event: Resetting the Table's Speaking Across Conflict Workshop
Canceled Tue 10/28 • 12PM PDT
TBD
Visit the Event Website for details and RSVP for Event.
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RISE Event: Diving into Dialogue: Healthy Conversations Around Politics
Canceled Tue 10/28 • 4PM - 5PM PDT
RISE Center at Lu Valle Commons Basement Level
Visit the Event Website for details and RSVP for Event.
Wednesday October 29
BruinsVote Event: Boos and Ballots
Canceled Wed 10/29 • 5:30PM - 7:30PM PDT
Los Angeles Tennis Center (LATC) Straus Clubhouse
Visit the Event Website for details and RSVP for Event.