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Recent Stories
story of support
Ruby Bolaria Shifrin
Bruin story since, MURP ’14
Ruby Bolaria Shifrin has called many places home. The daughter of immigrants, she grew up in Sacramento and San Mateo before attending UC Santa Cruz. She later lived in San…
story of support
Lorin Lindner
Bruin story since ’82
Lorin Lindner blames UCLA for making her an activist, and we don’t mind! Today, that looks like caring for wolves at a sanctuary and standing beside homeless veterans who need…
story of connection
Sam Freeman
Bruin story since ’24
Sam didn’t just study at UCLA. He showed up and took advantage of every connection possible. UCLA gave Sam the space to explore, take risks, and find out what he…
story of impact
Scout Bassett
Bruin story since ’11
Scout Bassett ’11 is a world-record-holding Paralympian, author, and global advocate redefining what’s possible. Born in China and raised in an orphanage before being adopted and finding her way to…
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