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Discover a Campus Full of Opportunities

Whether you are brand new to UCLA, or a continuing Bruin seeking new experiences, UCLA Student Affairs supports opportunities for every student to shine in their own way. The sheer number of clubs, events, concerts, service events, games, and recreational activities can be overwhelming. It is by deepening your connection to the UCLA community that you will truly feel the sense of belonging that makes UCLA such a special place. Student Affairs is full of mentors and advisors here to help you navigate this path.

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  1. An image of Tom Bradley International Hall, home of the Dashew Center for International Students and Scholars.
    March 11, 2025
    The Dashew Center: UCLA Welcomes the World
    When one thinks of Los Angeles from an international perspective, images of majestic sunsets and sunrises, Hollywood movies and famous actors, year-long warm weather, and a vibrant mix of diverse cultures come to mind. While these visual icons define Los Angeles, many international students also recognize it as home of the UCLA brand—a beacon of opportunity. UCLA stands on the foundational pillars—that with hard work, and the drive to succeed, possibilities are endless.
  2. Jenny Byrd presenting in front of a group of new UCLA Student Affairs staff
    March 5, 2025
    The Art of Organizational Development: Envisioning a New Future for UCLA Student Affairs
    In 2007, Jenny Byrd started a job as an Event Manager for UCLA Residential Life. An artist at heart, she was unsure that an administrative career in higher education could ever be a viable path for her. However, during her nearly two decades working at UCLA, Jenny found new creative outlets in research and assessment, student programming and organizational development. What began as just a day job supporting her moonlight career as a theater producer slowly became her calling.
  3. A portrait of Vanessa Aviva González-Siegel
    November 27, 2024
    Vanessa Aviva González-Siegel: Putting the Soul in Social Justice
    This quarter, we’re thrilled to introduce Vanessa Aviva González-Siegel (she/ella/ela) as the newly appointed director of the UCLA LGBTQ Campus Resource Center. Situated in the heart of the Student Activities Center and across from the Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center, the LGBTQ Center has long been a hub for inclusion, acceptance, and community on campus. With Vanessa’s proven leadership, this dynamic space is projected to grow its impact even further across the UCLA community.

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Each Student Affairs department fosters connections, encourages friendships, imparts vital resources, and nurtures community. Explore the wealth of available resources.

Life On Campus

Whether it's discovering new passions, thriving in a club sport, finding community, or developing your inner leader, UCLA offers activities that complement your academic pursuits and contribute to a well-rounded college experience. Explore the vibrant array of opportunities designed to enrich your journey as a Bruin, fostering personal growth and creating lasting memories.

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Resource Centers & Programs

Our resource centers like the Transfer Student Center, Black Bruin Resource Center, LGBTQ Campus Resource Center, and Graduate Student Resource Center, are here to provide personalized support, ensuring every Bruin thrives academically and personally.

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Health & Well-Being

We prioritize the holistic health and well-being of our Bruins, providing top-tier medical and mental health services through the Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), Resilience in Your Student Experience (RISE), and many others.

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Services

UCLA Student Affairs is committed to being there for every Bruin. Providing essential services from the Center for Accessible Education (CAE) to our Economic Crisis Response Team (ECRT), we ensure that you have the support you need whenever you need it.

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Quotes from UCLA alumni

Being in band gave me a community of individuals to rely on when things got tough. Those people are my closest confidants and being able to turn to them in the worst of times and the best of times is wonderful.
Michelle C.
Class of 2019