UCLA Disability Alumni Network
The UCLA Disability Alumni Network (UDAN) is dedicated to creating spaces for alumni with experiences of visible and invisible disabilities to network and exchange knowledge. We strive to foster an inclusive alumni network that reflects the diversity of our members’ experiences and the many intersectional identities that exist within the disabled community. We are commited to working collaboratively to cultivate a community for UCLA alumni with disabilities to support one another, and to offer opportunities for Bruins to learn how to foster more accessible and equitable living and learning environments. While UDAN is foremost for UCLA alumni with disabilities, friends and allies are also welcome!
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our core pillars
partnerships
We are committed to working collaboratively with other alumni networks and campus partners to expand our reach and impact.
advocacy
We provide support that helps alumni strengthen their ability to advocate for themselves.
community
We are dedicated to cultivating a robust community for UCLA alumni with disabilities to support one another personally and professionally.
teaching
We employ a disability justice framework to facilitate opportunities for UCLA alumni, students, staff and faculty to learn how they can increase accessibility and equity in the places where they live and work.
Disability Alumni Network events
141st Faculty Research Lecture – Rethinking Shakespeare’s Othello: New Perspectives and Insights
Distinguished Professor of English Robert N. Watson will discuss new perspectives on Shakespeare’s Othello, exploring how masculinity, Protestant theology, code-switching, and the history of slavery propel and enrich this tragedy.
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resources for students
scholarship & support
Your support of our network operations fund ensures that we can continue to provide programs and opportunities for alumni to connect and build community.
If you’re interested in learning more about our fundraising efforts or programming in support of current students, please email us at udan@alumni.ucla.edu.
UCLA Disability Alumni Network fund
Donate to this operations fund to support our programs, events and activities.
mentorship
The UCLA Disability Alumni Network Mentorship Program aims to foster meaningful relationships between alumni and current UCLA students. With a focus on personal and professional development, our goal is to support students in exploring ways to maximize their UCLA experience and prepare for the future.
If you are interested in getting involved in this program, as either an alumni mentor or student mentee, please email us at udan@alumni.ucla.edu.
leadership
For more information about the UCLA Disability Alumni Network, including ways to partner with us, get involved in the board, or learn about other volunteer opportunities, please contact us at udan@alumni.ucla.edu.
president
Leah Falcon ’17 (she/her/hers)
treasurer
Mike Lawson ’08, Ph.D. ’17 (he/him/his)
vice president of alumni engagement
Zahra Gill ’24 (she/her/hers)
vice president of community engagement
Ellis Eckles ’24 (she/her)
vice president of social media
Jennifer Miyaki ’25 (she/they)