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Cheer on the Bruins as they take on Denver. Location: Wallis Annenberg Stadium

Join us for the Students with Dependents (SWD) "Information Session" and Bruin Parenting Scholars (BPS) "Community Mixer!" Learn and discover more about the Students with Dependents Program, dedicated to supporting your journey as a parenting student. Join us in creating a community where you and your family can thrive, both academically and personally. Discover how BPS is driving change and making a difference in our UCLA community. Engage with our activism and advocacy efforts and learn about our initiatives that amplify your voices and drive meaningful and transformative change! Location: Bruin Resource Center & 580 Cafe

We are so excited to be welcoming you all in the upcoming fall. Throughout the summer, the Transfer Student Center will be hosting three virtual socials where students will be able to mingle with one another. You will receive the Zoom link 24hrs before the social.

Welcome Home, Bruins! UCLA Housing move-in begins. Residents are greeted and welcomed into their new residential communities.

Celebrate the inaugural Big Ten season as Football hosts their first Big Ten opponent, Indiana. Create an electric atmosphere for the B1G matchup. Location: Rose Bowl Stadium

SwDs, we're hoping to gather together at the upcoming 'Cinema Under the Stars' on Saturday, Sept 14th Note: This event is not hosted by SwD Program & is being shared as a Family Friendly Community Event Event Info: Time: 6p-10p Pre Show Fun: 6pm-Sundown Movie Starts: Sundown (8PM) What to Expect: Music & Games Kids Crafts Local Food & Drink Specials Bring: Blankets, Chairs, Pillows Picnic (no alcohol) Dogs on Leashes $5 Parking after 5PM Location: 1036 Broxton Ave CA 90024

Kickstart your graduate journey by connecting with peers and discovering essential resources at Graduate Student Orientation!

FALL 2024 Financial Aid will disburse to the BruinBill to automatically pay for Tuition and Fees + UCLA Housing Balances (if applicable).

Tour UCLA's accessible routes and discover some interesting historical facts along the way. Location: Ackerman Union: Wescom Terrace (Level A)

Tour North Campus and discover some interesting historical facts about UCLA. Location: Ackerman Union: Wescom Terrace (Level A)

Breakfast 8am - 9am Schedule of Welcome Address (10am - 11am) General Welcome: GSO Team Susan Ettner, Dean of Graduate Education Monroe Gorden, Jr., J.D., Vice-Chancellor of Student Affairs Noor Nakhaei, President of the Graduate Student Association Union (UAW 2865 & Student Researchers United) Pamela Lewis, ASUCLA Student Union Services Director GSRC Programming from GSO Students Location: Ackerman Grand Ballroom (2nd Level)

Transfer Transitions is a free 3-day event hosted by the TSC and TSR to help incoming transfers feel ready for their first quarter at UCLA! See our RSVP form for more details!

Hosted by UCLA's Counseling & Psychological Services. Learn strategies on maintaining a healthy school, work, personal life balance with this mental health toolkit! Location: Ackerman Union: Viewpoint Conference Room (Level A)

Hosted by the Graduate Career Center, this fun workshops will assist students in understanding how body language - especially the hands- can help you make a great first impression. Location: Ackerman Grand Ballroom (2nd Level)

A master’s program can be one of the busiest times in your life. With a plethora of opportunities, competing priorities, and very limited time, feeling like you are making progress personally and professionally can feel impossible. Join us to learn strategies for career planning, finding opportunities that contribute to multiple goals, and tracking your growth as both a professional and a person. Location: Kerckhoff: Staterooms 131, 133, 135 (Level 1)

It's not too early to be thinking about your career once you graduate! Join this interactive workshop to learn about how to explore careers and engage in skill development while in your PhD program. This workshop is valuable whether you will be applying for tenure-track jobs or looking beyond academia. Open to PhD students from any field. Location: Ackerman Union: Viewpoint Conference Rooms (A-Level)

The Graduate Student Resource Center (GSRC) and the Center will be hosting an in-person resource fair. The resource fair is designed to connect you with UCLA services and programs that support the graduate students. ALL new graduate students and future, current, or returning are welcome to attend the resource fair. The Resource Fair sessions are designed to be a more direct opportunity to connect with resources of interest and get your questions directly answered. Location: Ackerman Grand Ballroom (2nd Level)

Come learn from Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center and RISE (Resilience In your Student Experience) about how to navigate health resources at UCLA! Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a Q&A session with both campus staff members and current graduate students to discuss these important and empowering topics! Location: Kerckhoff: Staterooms 131, 133, 135 (Level 1)

Tour South Campus and learn some interesting historical facts about UCLA along the way. Location: Ackerman Union: Wescom Terrace (Level A)

Learn about the various ways to fund your graduate studies. Topics include information about finding extramural fellowships, campus employment, and on-campus resources Location: Kerckhoff: Staterooms 131, 133, 135 (Level 1)

Come be in community with some of your fellow colleagues. Location: Kerckhoff: Art Gallery + Patio (2nd Floor)

Hosted by the RISE Center. This workshop will help break down self-care so that students can meaningfully plan to take care of themselves with activities that actually restore them. We will dive deep into the concept of rest and what it means for each individual student. Students will walk away with their own personalized Self-Care Toolkit and will learn about campus resources available to them. Location: Kerckhoff: Staterooms 131, 133, 135 (Level 1)

Join the TLC and campus partners for the first day of the 51st Annual TA Conference: Fostering Wellness in the TA Experience. With Zoom sessions on topics like disability inclusion and accessible course design, mindfulness as a support for learning and writing, and saving time with technology, you can connect with the resources available to support your teaching as a graduate student, build community with your fellow TAs, and develop a teaching toolkit to help you start the fall quarter with confidence. Complete the two-part registration process to receive the Zoom links.

Come join us for a tour of UCLA! Learn accessible routes for navigating campus as well as a brief overview of the history of the University. This tour will focus on accessible routes for navigating commonly traveled areas around the center of campus. Location: https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0ldeytqj4iH9EfS1gXVivLZyi51azav41M

This workshop will help break down self-care so that students can meaningfully plan to take care of themselves with activities that actually restore them. We will dive deep into the concept of rest and what it means for each individual student. Students will walk away with their own personalized Self-Care Toolkit and will learn about campus resources available to them. Location: https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMqc-ipqzksH927g25n62cOtPXhZEWtx8yy

Come join us for a tour of UCLA! Learn accessible routes for navigating campus as well as a brief overview of the history of the University. This tour will focus on the Northern and Central areas of campus where most of the Humanities, Arts, and Social, Sciences buildings are located. Location: https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYsde-oqzwrHdcqamy-hIS98AUrwYK_Somt

Establishing Residence for Tuition Purposes Location: https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEqdOChqjItGdDPn02g5NyzTAyKYzG31NT2

Come learn from UCLA Transportation about all of the amazing sustainable commute options for graduate students, as well as from a panel of current graduate students about their tips and tricks for parking, campus accessibility, public transit, where to explore in LA, and more! Attendees will also be among the first to hear about the upcoming Sustainable Transportation Fair, which will include prizes, a raffle, and plenty of bus, rail, bike, and scooter vendors to get information from! Location: https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUtdO6gqzMvGdUqt_SHjk4XQibKOr-F7OYo

Come join us for a tour of UCLA! Learn accessible routes for navigating campus as well as a brief overview of the history of the University. This tour will focus on the Southern and Central areas of campus where most of the Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine (STEMM) buildings are located. Location: https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIrduitqzMqGNJGtoMOb2cMPCpYJVE6L3gV

Hosted by UCLA's Financial Welness Program. Let's talk about money as a graduate student! Together, we will cover the cost of education, creating a monthly budget, student loan tips, credit building, retirement/investment accounts and financial support resources on campus. Location: https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJckc-qoqTksGNXouK6DGKPHDijHtiTJGJf5

Discover the practical side of being a graduate student with our "Know Your Rights Workshop." Get answers to your legal questions from a Student Legal Services attorney. Learn about tenant rights, handling auto accidents, workplace fairness, family law, and financial basics. Join us for interactive Q&A and gain confidence in navigating real-world situations. Location: https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUoc-CrqTgtHtVQgypNYcTDpHrQquc-CJx7

This session will introduce new graduate students on how to find and utilize the UCLA Library. We will review the locations, services, and collections on offer, how to access them both in person and virtually, and how to seek additional assistance. Location: https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIlceGhqz0rHdfaLW6xhGgHicZqj-6kB68z

Make the transition to graduate-level writing easier by learning about graduate writing services and resources available to UCLA graduate students. The Graduate Writing Center (GWC) supports all graduate and professional students, and this workshop, led by GWC staff, will provide an overview of writing resources, services, and strategies for graduate school. Location: https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYkfuqtrjgsHd0qDHMvlDR27SuXZ-mdSOKY

Geno Mehalik, Outreach Manager for The Ashe Center, will discuss how to access student physical health services at the campus student health center (The Ashe Center), unravel the mysteries of the UC Student Health Insurance Plan (UCSHIP) --including how to waive and discussing the benefits of this international insurance plan-- and touch briefly on the UCLA Immunization Requirements. Location: https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUufuyvpj0vHt3yUhCUVeApBf1jY7VRRjyU

In contrast to many people's undergraduate experience, graduate school is fraught with mysterious processes, unknown expectations, and hidden cultural rules. This workshop will begin to demystify grad school, pointing out the common, hidden, but inflexible norms that govern higher education. Students who attended UCLA for their undergraduate degree are *especially* encouraged to attend. Location: https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJApcuGurDsiG9Hw6DMPJkDbj8Nk6JgVuJOE

This session will introduce international students to funding possibilities both on campus and through extramural sources, as well as how to strategize their search for competitive funding. Location: https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcsfu-prDMrE9XsmGQIpxfdofc--MbUYXZj

UCLA graduate students share personal and professional experiences with balancing life and graduate school as well as discuss resources and opportunities for students with disabilities. Please note that this panel will be held virtually. Location: https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYucemvqDIsHdB7GSqDsf1nw3dzi-vnglR3

Join us for Day 2 of the 51st Annual TA Conference: Fostering Wellness in the TA Experience. Meet us in Royce 306 at 8:30 am to kick off the day with a meet and greet with the new TLC Director of Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Scholar Engagement–be sure to stop by the check in table for name tags, goodies, and raffle tickets! Following a day of workshops and panels on using your mental health story in the classroom, fostering resilience as a TA, developing a teaching portfolio, and redefining the role of teaching in graduate development, we’ll celebrate and announce raffle winners at our closing happy hour from 4:30-6:30 pm. Complete both parts of the registration process to access the full schedule and room locations. Location: Royce 306

In contrast to many people's undergraduate experience, graduate school is fraught with mysterious processes, unknown expectations, and hidden cultural rules. This workshop will begin to demystify grad school, pointing out the common, hidden, but inflexible norms that govern higher education. Students who attended UCLA for their undergraduate degree are *especially* encouraged to attend. Location: Ackerman Union: Bruin Reception Room (A-Level)

Join UCLA Recreation and FitWell (one of the Healthy C3ampus Initative pods) for an energizing workout to start off GSO Day #3! Participants will also get to learn about Recreation's Fall Fitness Challenge, and all attendees will be entered in a chance drawing for two tickets to a UCLA football game! Please be sure to dress comfortably and bring a bottle of water. Location: Ackerman Union: Wescom Terrace (1st-Floor)

Join current graduate students who identify as womxn of color in the Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences ("North Campus" programs) and learn about navigating UCLA as a womxn in the field. Location: Ackerman Union: Wescom Terrace (1st-Floor)

Come join us for a tour of UCLA! Learn accessible routes for navigating campus as well as a brief overview of the history of the University. This tour will focus on the Southern and Central areas of campus where most of the Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine (STEMM) buildings are located. Location: Ackerman Union: Wescom Terrace (1st-Floor)

Come join us for a tour of UCLA! Learn accessible routes for navigating campus as well as a brief overview of the history of the University. This tour will focus on accessible routes for navigating commonly traveled areas around the center of campus. Location: Ackerman Union: Wescom Terrace (1st-Floor)

Make the transition to graduate-level writing easier by learning about graduate writing services and resources available to UCLA graduate students. The Graduate Writing Center (GWC) supports all graduate and professional students, and this workshop, led by GWC staff, will provide an overview of writing resources, services, and strategies for graduate school. Location: Kerckoff Staterooms (131,133,135) 1st-Floor

Come meet graduate student organizations that offer different interests and hobbies that you might be interested in. We encourage all of our graduate students to get involved any way that they can. Location: Kerkchoff Patio

Women will learn effective self-defense options to empower themselves to stay safe and confident while doing field research or when they're out and about. Location: Ackerman Union: Bruin Reception Room (2nd-Level)

UAW 4811, the union that represents all academic workers at the University of California, would like to welcome all incoming students and share the rights and protections we have under our current contract, and share different ways anyone can get involved in our union to enforce and expand our rights. Participants will be able to meet other student organizers in our union! Location: Kerckhoff Art Gallery (2nd-level)

Come connect with you fellow Latinx/Latine graduate and professional students! Learn strategies to navigate various aspects of student life, get acquainted with student groups and make new friends. Location: Ackerman Union: Bruin Reception Room (2nd-Level)

Come learn from UCLA Transportation about all of the amazing sustainable commute options for graduate students. Attendees will have the option of taking one of two trips to the following areas after receiving their transit cards: 1. West trip to Downtown Santa Monica + Santa Monica Pier 2. East trip to USC + California Science Center / Rose Garden One roundtrip will take around 1 hr & 30 min. Location: Meet by Central Ticket Office near the Bruin Roundabout

See the sunset from the Garden at Third Thursdays, our summer twilight series. Meet new friends at the wine bar, then kick back and enjoy live music! Admission for each event is $10. Purchase tickets online or at the door. We do not accept cash. If you are paying at the door, you will need a card number that you can enter into our online storefront. Tickets: https://commerce.cashnet.com/40920MBGS This event is all-ages, but the wine bar is 21+. Bring your government-issued photo ID if you would like to enter the wine bar. Third Thursdays 2024: 7/18/24 from 5-7 p.m. 8/15/24 from 5-7 p.m. 9/19/24 from 5-7 p.m. Location: UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden