On Friday, September 30th, I participated in UCLA’S LGBT Resource Fair and it was such an amazing experience. The UCLA LGBT Resource Center coordinated this fair in an effort to spread awareness about their center at UCLA, as well as other resources available on campus. Along with my other friends and co workers, we roamed…
Author: Manny Macias
Starting My Last Year as an Undergrad
This upcoming week is the beginning of my last year, as an undergrad. It is bittersweet in so many ways. Some of you may be thinking, “Wow, calm down, you still have a year to go.” It’s true, but time is really ticking. Throughout the upcoming WEEKS, I will be doing a lot of stuff…
Work Study- A Working Student’s Best Friend
As incoming Freshman, you are all probably wondering what work study is and how you can take advantage of it. When I was a Freshman, I had all these questions and more! So I made sure I did my research and asked questions! Here are two sites that you guys might find helpful, in answering…
For Freshmen: Getting to Know your Roommates AFTER Move In
I recently wrote a blog about getting to know your roommates BEFORE you actually live with them. Now, ladies and gentlemen, it’s time to get into the topics you deal with AFTER you move in and start living with your roommates. There is a saying that goes “You don’t really know a person until you…
For Freshmen: Getting to Know your Roommates before Move In
As incoming Freshmen, the one thing that most intrigues us about going away for college is the living ‘in’ college part. Before moving into UCLA, I loved filling out my housing application and inputting my living preferences, etc. I submitted my application, paid the fee, and waited patiently to receive my housing offer letter. The…
Unique Path to Graduating UCLA
As most of you may or may not know from reading my posts, I have mentioned how this upcoming year will be my third and final year at UCLA. Yes, you read that right. I’m graduating a year early. Why/how would I do that, might you care to ask? Well, to start things off, I…
For incoming Freshmen: Things to do before you get to UCLA
Congratulations to the class of 2015! I’m sure you have been told this tons of times either from friends, family, teachers/counselors/principals or even strangers, but there is never too many congratulations, so I’m saying them anyways! It is August and school starts late next month. The date is soon approaching. As I prepare to return…
Expressing Who You Are
One of the biggest perks about being part of the UCLA community is being able to express who you are. When deciding which college to attend, I wanted to make sure that I was going to be able to openly express who I am and make an impact with my talents. I wanted to make…
Roommates
One of the best things about college is the amazing people from all walks of life that you meet. These past two years at UCLA have been memorable due in part that I have met some of the most inspirational people in my life today. It’s incredible just to think about how many amazing people…
Recapping my Quarter
Wow, Spring Quarter flew by! I can say that I truly enjoyed my personal and educational experiences throughout the quarter. I took classes such as Sociology 133 (Collective Behavior), Soc 185 (American Society) and Soc 174 (Family). All three courses were challenging and enjoyable. I have to say my favorite was Soc 185, not only…
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