UCLA Alumni

Bruin Affiliates: Bruin Affiliates Luncheon
2026-10-21 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | UCLA, James West Alumni Center, 325 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095
Join us for our monthly meeting for Bruin Affiliates members and guests with luncheon and a speaker! The luncheon will include a sandwich platter with salads. A vegetarian option is available. Please RSVP by Wednesday, October 14th. Reservations are required and we are unable to seat anyone without a reservation and paid for in advance.

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2nd Act - The Academy
2026-10-15 12:00 - 15:00 | UCLA Campus – Location provided upon RSVP.
The 2nd Act Academy is a 6-week learning experience which blends intellectual engagement with personal reflection and practical next steps to help you reimagine what is next. Join 50 of your peers as you learn, grow, develop and build community with Bruins.

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South Bay Book Club - October
2026-10-13 19:00
Come join Bruin Alumni and Friends for a fun and relaxing discussion of books. We try to curate a wide variety of genres (all recommended by our own members) to accommodate all tastes and to encourage each other to read something we wouldn’t on our own. We would love to have you join us. All are welcome! October: The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia Highsmith. Please email bkronbeck@social.rr.com to be added to the waitlist for the South Bay Book Club.

American Indian Alumni of UCLA Crystal Bash 2026
2026-10-10 13:00 | UCLA, James West Alumni Center, Collins Conference Room, 325 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095
American Indian Alumni of UCLA’s 2026 Fundraiser. More information forthcoming. Stay tuned!

Daily Bruin Alumni Network Reunion 2026
2026-10-10 12:00 | UCLA, James West Alumni Center, 325 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095
Join Daily Bruin alumni for another Daily Bruin Alumni Network Reunion! The day will kick off at Kerckhoff Hall where you can visit the newsroom. Throughout the day, enjoy panels hosted by Daily Bruin alumni, reconnect with old classmates, meet the current Bruin staff, and enjoy a light lunch. We hope this will be a great opportunity to network, make new friends, and learn more about the current state of the Daily Bruin and DBAN. In the evening, join DBAN alumni at the James West Alumni Center for a cocktail hour and dinner.

If you are interested in attending, but are unable to due to the cost of the ticket, please reach out to Marilyn Chavez-Martinez at chavez.marilyn50@gmail.com.

Bay Area Bruins : October Guided Meditation
2026-10-07 12:00 | Virtual
Take 20 minutes in your day to enjoy much-needed relaxation and calm. When registering, please enter “UCLA” under “organization.” Monthly meditation is led by Michal Rinkevich (MBA ’14) who has been practicing healing arts and meditation since 1995 and teaching since 2006.

PAA Dribble for Victory Over Cancer Reception
2026-10-04 11:30 | UCLA, James West Alumni Center, Founders’ Room, 325 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095
UCLA Pilipino Alumni Association (PAA) is thrilled to once again be joining this year’s Dribble for Victory Over Cancer, UCLA’s joint fundraiser with the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation and V Foundation for Cancer Research to raise funds for pediatric cancer research at UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital.

Participants will raise money and awareness for pediatric cancer research while dribbling through Drake Stadium. Individuals, families, clubs and teams will have the opportunity to meet college basketball players, coaches and alumni while giving kids and their families battling cancer a chance for a brighter tomorrow.

This is the fourth year PAA is co-sponsoring a team named “Team Richard Lou Contreras PAAmilya” with PAA board member Aimee Contreras-Camua, in memory of her brother, who passed away from aplastic anemia at 15 years of age. Last year, our team ranked in the top 3 and had the opportunity to take a team photo with the UCLA Men’s and Champion Women’s Basketball teams. We hope to be among the top fundraising teams again this year!

Register today to join our team and join us for a post-Dribble lunch at the James West Alumni Center.

Schedule of the day:

8:30 a.m. — Registration and Festivities Open at UCLA Drake Stadium

10 a.m. — Welcome Opening Ceremony

10:15 a.m. — Dribble for Victory Over Cancer Course Begins

11:15 a.m. — Closing Ceremony of Awards, Raffle and Autographs at Pauley Pavilion

11:45 a.m. – 1:45 p.m. — Lunch reception for those registered for Team Richard Lou Contreras PAAmilya at James West Alumni Center, Founders Conference Room

Celebrating Excellence & Community with UCLA Pilipino Alumni Association
2026-10-03 16:00 | Private Residence, Palos Verdes (Overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean)
Save the Date: Celebrating Excellence & Community

Please mark your calendar for an upcoming gathering of lifelong friends. We will celebrate outstanding excellence and unite our efforts behind meaningful initiatives that benefit our community—all while enjoying a wonderful time together.

RSVP Coming Soon!

The Mindful U: Finding Calm, Clarity + Connection in a Chaotic World With Jessica Sanam Hekmat, MBA ’10
2026-09-30 12:00
This interactive session led by career coach Jessica Sanam Hekmat invites participants to pause and reset to cultivate presence and self-awareness while navigating professional and personal demands. We’ll explore practical mindfulness tools and reflective prompts designed to foster resilience, regulate stress and re-energize focus. The conversation will balance strategy and self-inquiry, and we’ll ground together in real time through guided breath work, reflection and visualization. Participants will leave with practical ways to reconnect to their values and sense of purpose, even when the external environment feels unpredictable.

Asian Pacific Alumni of UCLA and Bruin Professionals Summit
2026-09-26 14:00 | UCLA Luskin Conference Center, 425 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
Save the date and stay tuned for further event details!

New Bruin Send-off Celebration: UCLA Muslim Alumni Association
2026-09-20 12:00 | Coming Soon, CA, 90024
Join our New Bruin Send-off Celebration, where you will meet other incoming students, families and alumni. Send-offs are filled with Bruin pride and the beginning of lifelong friendships and lasting memories. Wherever you are, Send-offs are the perfect way to find your UCLA community before you begin your Bruin journey. Start building your network at the Send-off!

For questions in advance of the event, contact the Future Bruin Initiatives at FutureBruin@alumni.ucla.edu.

About New Bruin Send-off Celebrations: Hosted by regional, diversity and affinity alumni networks each summer, these celebratory and casual gatherings bring together students, parents and alumni for events ranging from backyard gatherings to picnics in community parks. Each event is unique, but one common theme always emerges: the strength and reach of the UCLA community.

Sacramento: Sac Bruins Football Watch Party: UCLA vs Purdue!
2026-09-19 19:30 | University of Beer (East Sac), 5090 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95819, United States
Come watch the game w/us at UOB east sac aka the official UCLA sports bar in the Sacramento area as our Bruins take on Purdue!
Hope to see you there – Go Bruins!

Open event.

Sacramento Rivercats vs Reno Aces gams
2026-09-19 18:30 | Sutter Health Park, 400 Ballpark Dr West, Sacramento, CA, 95691, United States
Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 19, 2026, when the Sacramento River Cats host the Reno Aces at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento. First pitch is set for 6:37 p.m. in what promises to be one of the most electric nights of the year.Sutter Health Fireworks Saturday: The traditional Saturday fireworks show lights up the sky after the final out — the perfect close to a night of baseball under the lights.

Looney Tunes Night – On September 19, Looney Tunes Night brings classic cartoon chaos to the ballpark! Join Bugs, Daffy, and friends for themed fun, playful moments, and plenty of River Cats baseball. It is a night full of laughs, nostalgia, and Looney Tunes energy.

New Bruin Send-off Celebration: Transfer Student Alumni Network
2026-09-19 10:00 | UCLA, James West Alumni Center, 325 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095

Bay Area Bruins: Surfrider Beach Clean Up in Santa Cruz
2026-09-19 09:00 | Natural Bridges State Beach, 2531 W Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, California, 95060, United States
Join UCLA Bay Area Bruins at Natural Bridges State Beach in Santa Cruz for a community beach cleanup focused on protecting our coast and raising awareness about litter and plastic pollution. Participants should be 18 years or older. This clean-up is part of a larger Save Our Shores event taking place across Santa Cruz county on Sept. 19, 2026. We will be volunteer with many other people. Please wear your UCLA gear (e.g. hats, t-shirts, sweatshirts, shorts, etc.) so we can easily find each other. For those interested in making friends with fellow Bruins, we will figure out a no-host lunch location at the end of the event. Look for Marina Lemas in the UCLA blue and gold trucker hat.

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Seattle Network: UCLA Recent Grad Mixer
2026-09-17 19:00 | Gasworks Brewing, 2441 N Northlake Way, Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
Mixer for UCLA recent grads in the Seattle area at Gasworks Brewing.

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Bruin Affiliates Luncheon with Cori Close
2026-09-16 11:30 | UCLA, James West Alumni Center, 325 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095
More Than a Trophy – A Lasting Legacy
Join Bruin Affiliates for our September luncheon as Cori Close shares her experience coaching a winning team and her approach to carrying it forward. Cori coached the UCLA women’s basketball team to its first-
ever NCAA championship last season, and shares the credit with her outstanding woman’s team that exemplified resilience, toughness and a strong bond that held them together during the remarkable
season. Mentored by the legendary John Wooden, she has instilled values that brought the team to national recognition. “It’s not about any one of us — it’s about what we build together.”
Close has built an extraordinary legacy at UCLA since taking over as head coach in 2011, compiling a 321-143 record and becoming the program’s all-time winningest coach. Her crowning achievement came in 2026 when she led the Bruins to their first-ever women’s basketball national championship, going 37-1 and routing South Carolina 79-51 in the title game, capping back-to-back Big Ten Tournament titles in 2025 and 2026. Along the way she swept all four major national Coach of the Year awards in 2024-25, developed seven WNBA draft picks, and received the 2024 WBCA Carol Eckman Integrity in Coaching Award —
earning a contract extension through the 2029-30 season in recognition of her sustained excellence both on and off the court.

Bay Area Network: Planning Meeting
2026-09-14 19:00 | Zoom
Join us for our bi-monthly Bay Area Bruins Board planning meeting. Meet new Bruins over Zoom. Learn about our past, present and future events in Northern California. We aim to coordinate activities to bring Bruins together across geographies, from Los Gatos to Oakland to Marin to San Mateo. Get connected with UCLA and your local alums. RSVP to get the Zoom link. We look forward to meeting you!

Channel Islands Network: Channel Islands Bruins Charity Event
2026-09-13 13:30
Join us for an exciting evening of entertainment, food, and drinks in support of the Channel Islands Bruins Scholarship Fund.

Thank you the Davis Family for hosting this event.

New Bruin Send-off Celebration: Asian Pacific Alumni of UCLA - Tustin
2026-09-13 12:00 | Rye Goods, 15771 Red Hill Avenue, Suite 110, Tustin, CA, 92780, United States

APA UCLA New Alumni Welcome
2026-09-13 11:00 | Rye Goods, 15771 Red Hill Avenue, Suite 110, Tustin, CA, 92780, United States
Congratulations, Class of 2026, and welcome to the Bruin alumni family! Join the Asian Pacific Alumni of UCLA (APA UCLA) for a casual morning of coffee, conversation, and connection.

Meet fellow recent graduates, connect with APA UCLA board members and alumni, and learn how you can stay involved after graduation through networking, mentorship, social events, and volunteer opportunities. Whether you’re looking to expand your professional network, make new friends, or simply stay connected to UCLA, we’d love to meet you.

After the welcome, we invite you to stay for our annual Bruin Send-Off (12-2pm) as we welcome UCLA’s newest Bruins, our incoming freshmen and transfer students. Share your UCLA experiences, offer words of encouragement, and help celebrate the next generation of Bruins as they begin their journey.

Westside Network: UCLA Alumni September Hike
2026-09-13 08:30 | Will Rogers State Historic Park, 1501 Will Rogers State Park Rd, Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272
Join us for a hike at Will Rogers State Historic Park with stunning ocean views in the Santa Monica mountains. We will meet near the restrooms in the parking lot at 8:30 a.m. Parking is available in the lot for a fee.

Please make sure that you are prepared with appropriate footwear, sunscreen and/or a hat, and plenty of water.

Optional post-hike coffee nearby for those who’d like to continue networking.

Contact Morvareed Salehpour at msalehpour@salehpourlaw.com for questions the day of the hike.

RSVP Coming Soon!

Bay Area Bruins: Welcome to the Bay
2026-09-12 16:00 | Loma Brewing Company, 130 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos, CA, 95030
Welcome to the Bay! UCLA Alumni Happy Hour Hey Bay Area Bruins! Is it just us, or do you kind of miss the buzz of True Bruin Welcome and Fall Quarter starting up? While we might not be heading back to Westwood this autumn, we can bring a little bit of that blue and gold magic right here to the South Bay! Whether you’re a fresh 2026 graduate looking to find your local crew, or a seasoned alum who just wants to swap stories about Kerckhoff coffee and Pauley Pavilion, you are so welcome here. Let’s raise a glass, swap business cards (or just social handles), and kick off the season together. We can’t wait to welcome you to the neighborhood!

Where: Loma Brewing Company (130 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos) What to expect: Light bites are on us???? and great conversations will be flowing.
Drinks: Buy-your-own drinks Loma has an amazing lineup of fresh craft beers, draft cocktails, and non-alcoholic options.
Attire: Casual! Feel free to throw on your favorite UCLA gear if you want to show some school pride.
RSVP: Let us know you’re coming so we can get an accurate headcount for the snacks!

Sacramento: Sac Bruins Football Watch Party: UCLA vs SDSU!
2026-09-12 16:00 | University of Beer (East Sac), 5090 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95819, United States
Come join us at the OFFICIAL Sac Bruins UCLA home bar as our squad takes on San Diego State. Hope to see you there – Go Bruins!

Open event.

South Bay Network: Tour of Intuit Dome - Home of the NBA Clippers
2026-09-12 11:00 | Intuit Dome, 3930 W Century Blvd, Inglewood, CA, 90303, United States
Tour of Intuit Dome – Home of the NBA Clippers

All-access 60–75-minute guided walking tour with a personal tour guide. (ADA route is available if
needed.)
Tour includes the Outdoor Plaza, Terrace Level, Club Level, Suites, Visiting Locker Room, and a view of
the Main Court. (Some areas may have photography restrictions.)
During the tour, we will explore the implementation of Steve’s Vision, Art, Engineering, and Technology surrounding
the arena.
Each member of your group will receive a memorable credential to take home and enjoy

New Bruin Send-off Celebration: Beachside
2026-09-12 10:00 | Jose Del Valle Park, 5939 Henrilee Street, Lakewood, CA, 90713, United States

Ensuring Your Professional Longevity
2026-09-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
There are many things that can derail our ability to advance in our careers while maintaining long-term sustainability and health. Join us as we discuss the 4 key factors that will help us thrive and enjoy our professional lives for years to come. Whether you’re an early-career professional or already deep into your career journey, you’ll leave with practical strategies and inspiring ideas to chart your own individual path towards a healthy workplace lifestyle in the seasons ahead.

Date: Wednesday, September 9
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Location: Zoom

South Bay Book Club - September
2026-09-08 19:00
Come join Bruin Alumni and Friends for a fun and relaxing discussion of books. We try to curate a wide variety of genres (all recommended by our own members) to accommodate all tastes and to encourage each other to read something we wouldn’t on our own. We would love to have you join us. All are welcome! September Book: TBD

Please email bkronbeck@social.rr.com to be added to the waitlist for the South Bay Book Club

South Bay Network: Hollywood Bowl - A Tribute to John Williams
2026-09-06 17:30 | Hollywood Bowl, 2301 Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90068, United States
Enjoy a Summer night at the Hollywood Bowl with “Maestro of the Movies – A Tribute to John Williams”.

There will be picnicking beforehand, beginning at 5:30pm. Email host for details.

Bay Area Bruins: UCLA Football at Cal
2026-09-05 19:30 | Maxwell Family Field, 2205 Piedmont Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94704, United States
UCLA Football is visiting Cal for the first time since 2022. Join Bay Area Bruins and other UCLA faithful at the game. Get your tickets now as this event is likely to sell out quickly!

Use the RSVP link to choose your seat location and then share the link with friends and family so they can sit next to you. ($3/ticket will benefit Bay Area Bruins’ scholarship endowment).
