Hi, new and prospective Bruins! My name is Anna. I am a third-year student at UCLA pursuing a major in Cognitive Science with a specialization in computing and a minor in Professional Writing. I am originally from Orange County California, just south of Los Angeles. Though I may have grown up in Southern California, I…
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The Road to UCLA: Navigating UCLA as a Transfer and Commuter Student
Hi everyone! My name is Amy (she/her), and I am a proud first-generation college student majoring in Communication with a minor in Community Engagement and Social Change. I was raised in Torrance, California, (shout-out Torrance!) for most of my life. I am so excited to share my experience navigating UCLA as a transfer and commuter…
Feeling Connected to the Bruin Community
Hi there New Bruins! Congratulations and welcome to UCLA! The next few years are going to be some of the most exciting, transformative, and memorable years of your life, and I could not be more excited for you! My name is Kathryn, and I am a current third-year student here at UCLA double majoring in…
How I got Involved at UCLA
Hi everyone! My name is Ryan and I’m a 2nd year student studying Economics and Public Affairs! I am from Roseville, California, near the Greater Sacramento area. Today, I am excited to share some insights into the amazing student clubs and organizations of UCLA! Did you know that UCLA has over 1300+ student organizations and…
Happy to Be a Bruin
Hello! My name is Danny (he/him), and I am a second-year geography student with minors in film studies and urban studies. I am a first-generation Latino from Palmdale, California, where I spent my entire childhood. I love listening to music, I am a runner, I am enthusiastic about public transportation, and I love good food!…
Amiee: Navigating Native Identity in Higher Education
I’m from the Pala Band of Mission Indians and am of Southern Cheyenne descent. I grew up on the Pala Indian Reservation, where I was exposed to the beauty of my Kupa and Luiseño culture. Growing up, I was raised family-dependent, knowing that community was where my support and love came from. My mother constantly…
Checking Off All The Boxes: Why I Chose UCLA
Hello New Bruins! Congratulations and welcome to UCLA! As a student myself, I know how exciting this time of your life is, but I also know how scary and intimidating it may be when it comes to actually choosing where you want to go. While there are a lot of factors that go into deciding…
Getting Involved Your First Year
Hi Bruins! Congratulations and welcome to the class of 2028! I am so excited for you to experience four years of profound joy, growth, and adventure at UCLA. My name is Michelle, and I am a third year Cognitive Science major with a Specialization in Computing, and a minor in Digital Humanities. My hometown…
Reflecting on My First Year
Hey New Bruins! My name is Kelly, and I am a fourth-year nursing major from the Bay Area. The past four years have been jam-packed with incredible experiences that have taught me so much about myself and the world around me. UCLA is a campus full of endless possibilities, and I can’t wait for…
Dear New Bruin…a letter from a fourth year student
Dear New Bruin, First, HUGE congratulations on your admission to the University of California, Los Angeles! My name is Emerald, and I am a fourth-year majoring in Human Biology & Society with a minor in Public Health. I am originally from Daly City, California, and I am so proud to be a UCLA Bruin….
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