Bruinlink | Fall 2021

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Housing Move-in

Move-in at UCLA is taking place Sept. 15-19 for students moving onto The Hill and Sept. 13-18 for students moving into University Apartments. Learn more about move-in here and contact housing with questions here.

While you're on campus, don't forget to visit the Parent & Family Association Information Booths on The Hill! Ask questions of staff, pick up information on campus resources, and meet other Bruin parents and family members.


True Bruin Welcome

Whether your student is living on campus or studying from home, UCLA is here to help them enter their next stage of personal growth and academic success. From Sept. 19 - Oct. 3, True Bruin Welcome has dozens of events that will help your Bruin discover new communities, make lifelong friends, ignite their passions, uphold UCLA traditions, and enjoy a taste of everything UCLA has to offer.


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Bruin Family Weekend 2021

Save the dates for Bruin Family Weekend, happening on campus Friday, Oct. 22 - Saturday, Oct. 23! Take part in this fun-filled opportunity to enjoy time with your student as you get a taste of campus life, hear from star faculty, learn about campus resources and take part in Bruin traditions. Registration will open later this month.

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Bruin Family Insights

An informed and supportive family is integral to a student’s educational success. To that end, the Bruin Family Insights podcast is here to equip families with knowledge to help you get to know UCLA better, and encourage your student to thrive. Catch up on season one before season two begins on Thursday, Sept. 16.

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Alumni Career Programming

UCLA Alumni Career Engagement (ACE) offers resources and opportunities for Bruins at all stages of their careers. Whether you are looking for ways to support your student’s career path or share your own career insights, this article outlines six easy ways to get involved in alumni career programming.

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True Bruin Values

At UCLA, we commit ourselves to the highest ethical standards. Now that your family is a part of the Bruin community, take a look at UCLA’s True Bruin Values and join us in pursuing a spirit of excellence and inclusivity.

Important Dates & Deadlines

Sept. 13 | Financial aid disbursement

Sept. 20 | Fall quarter begins

Sept. 20 | Fall BruinBill due

Sept. 20 | UC SHIP waiver due

Sept. 23 | Instruction begins

Oct. 1 | Immunization requirement documentation deadline

Oct 1 | 2022-23 FAFSA & DREAM Act applications open

Oct. 8 | Study list official

Nov. 11 | Veterans Day Holiday (University closed)

Nov. 25-26 | Thanksgiving Holiday (University closed)

Dec. 10 | Quarter Ends

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