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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…
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 support
Derrick Hoskin & Alejandro Pullom
Bruin story since ’15 & ’25
For Derrick Hoskin (Bruin story since ’15), the journey to career success was significantly shaped by the support of his father, Reese Hoskin. As the first African American administrator in…
story of support
Terry Kramer
Bruin story since ’82
For Terry Kramer (Bruin story since ’82), seeing students grow and evolve through teaching is nothing short of magic. Now an Adjunct Professor focusing on Technology Management, and the Faculty…
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