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From small acts to bold moves, every Bruin story reveals a commitment to growth, purpose, and impact. By sharing them, we strengthen the ties that move us forward together.

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story of impact. the power of mentorship

Together, Derrick and Alejandro’s journey reflects the power of mentorship, resilience, and the strength of the UCLA alum network, proving that when we support each other, we all rise.

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Leslie Gilbert-Lurie, an accomplished attorney, author, and advocate, is reshaping education, challenging legal boundaries, and driving social progress.

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Ruby Bolaria Shifrin

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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…

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Lorin Lindner

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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…

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Sam Freeman

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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…

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Scout Bassett

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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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“Our experiences allow us to create, to discover, and to frame those discoveries in ways that are uniquely UCLA.”

Darnell Hunt

Bruin story since M.A '91, Ph.D. '94

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Stories and breakthroughs shaping the Bruin community and beyond

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American Indians and Alaska Natives in California face barriers to healthcare, UCLA study finds

One in 5 American Indian and Alaska Native adults visited an emergency department in the past year, which is an indicator that they had difficulties accessing routine preventive care.

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‘OnlyMarms’: Marmots are on OnlyFans to raise money for research

The New York Times reported on the unconventional way one UCLA ecologist is raising money for marmot research by building a fandom for the rodents on the primarily adult-content platform OnlyFans. “It’s going to be G-rated, and we’re not going to sexualize this,” said Daniel Blumstein, a professor and member of the UCLA Institute of the Environment and Sustainability.

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Did scientists just find a clue in the hunt for dark matter?

Future-ready students, forward-looking research: The new department brings a humanistic approach to AI, other emerging technologies

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UCLA launches nation’s first digital humanities department

Future-ready students, forward-looking research: The new department brings a humanistic approach to AI, other emerging technologies

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