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The UCLA Panhellenic Association supports 10 National Panhellenic Conference sororities and 1 associate member sorority. Students interested in joining one of the 10 NPC sororities will need to register for formal recruitment and can do so by visiting www.uclapanhellenic.com. Registering and attending Orientation is required. Students interested in joining the associate member sorority should contact the chapter directly through IG (@phirhobruins) for additional recruitment event details. Visit @UCLAPanhellenic for more information. *Registering and attending Orientation on 9/20 is required to participate Location: Multiple locations (Please see the website for details)

Visit UCLA's Department of Military Science offices and meet current faculty and staff to learn more about becoming a United States Army Officer while you attend UCLA. Location: Student Activities Center (SAC), Room 120J

The TLC’s annual TA & Postdoc Teaching Conference offers opportunities for novice and experienced UCLA instructors to build a community of colleagues and develop their teaching toolkits. The day’s virtual sessions are filled with programs designed specifically for UCLA TAs and postdocs with varied levels of teaching experience, along with opportunities to network with fellow graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and instructors. Participants will gain awareness of campus resources to support teaching development and sit in on flash talks by current UCLA graduate students and postdocs highlighting innovative teaching strategies they’ve used to tackle classroom challenges. An added bonus: attendees will also be enrolled in opportunity drawings and gain extra entries for every session they attend. View the full conference program for a glimpse of what’s planned. Register by Thursday, September 17 to attend. You are welcome to attend the event in full or in part. For questions or additional information, contact us at gspse@teaching.ucla.edu. Location: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1f60lMj-6SED5dbOtu37tVCN4uIurlZG-bd3Sg6T6NbA/edit?usp=sharing

Come test your luck at our third Housing Hello, Bruin Bingo! This year we are offering THREE different bingo tracks to choose from. First up is classic bingo, our second track is Music Bingo, and the last is Bruin Trivia Bingo. Prizes range from dorm essentials, to some of the best tech like a TV or IPad! Location: Covel Grand Horizon (3rd Floor)

Scrimmage Location: Intramural Field

Join us for our 4th Housing Hello, our Bruin Birthday Bash! Each month we celebrate that month's birthday here in Res Life, so we are gonna blow out the first Saturday and celebrate July, August, and September birthday! Enjoy specialized cupcake flavors, DIY crafts, DJ/Dance Floor, and more! Location: Covel Grand Horizon (3rd Floor)

The University of California requires that all students have health insurance. UCLA assesses all students for a UCSHIP policy to ensure adequate coverage. Have your own health insurance plan? Learn more about how to waive out and receive a credit to your BruinBill. To fulfill this requirement, UCLA automatically enrolls all registered students in UCSHIP (UC Student Health Insurance Plan) at the start of a new academic year. Each academic term, the UCSHIP health fee is billed through BruinBill along with other UCLA fees. If you are covered by an insurance policy that meets waiver criteria and do not want to utilize UCSHIP benefits, you can request to cancel UCSHIP enrollment by submitting an online waiver application with supporting documentation during a waiver period. Students must obtain an approved health fee waiver each academic year to avoid automatic enrollment in the student health insurance plan. Waiver deadline for Fall 2026 (UGRAD/GRAD) is September 20, 2026. Location: Ashe Center Insurance Office (4th Floor)

BruinPay Plan (BPP) enrollment is open prior to the beginning of each term. To participate in BPP, student's must sign up on BruinBill during the active enrollment window for each term they wish to participate.

Students can submit an online Waiver Application with their Supporting Documentation through Academic Health Plans (AHP) Waiver System during the designated Waiver Period. All submissions are subject to audit to ensure the health plan meets Waiver Criteria. Only approved applications receive a Waiver Credit and avoid automatic enrollment in UCSHIP.

BruinBill, the UCLA campus billing platform, is where students can manage and pay for registration fees, campus charges, housing, transportation fees and more.

Each fall quarter during True Bruin Welcome Week (zero week), the Asian Greek Council (AGC) coordinates a "Rush Week" where students who are interested in joining a fraternity or sorority have an opportunity to preview each organization. Chapters offer bids, or invitations to join at the end of "Rush Week". AGC chapters mostly recruit new members during the fall quarter. Recruitment events are hosted by each chapter during the evenings and the weekend during True Bruin Welcome. Registration is not required. Visit @BruinAGC on Instagram for specific information about each chapter's recruitment events. You can also contact each chapter for their specific recruitment event information. Location: Multiple locations

Each fall quarter during True Bruin Welcome Week (zero week), the Interfraternity Council (IFC) coordinates a more formal recruitment week where students who are interested in joining a fraternity have an opportunity to preview each organization. Chapters offer most of their bids, or invitations to join by the end of their recruitment events by Saturday, September 26th. Some chapters will continue to have independent recruitment events and offer invitations to join their chapters throughout the fall quarter. There is also a smaller scale recruitment period in the winter and spring; however, not all chapters participate. Location: Check-in is typically at the southeast corner of Strathmore Dr. & Gayley Ave.

Calling all commuters! Join us to connect with fellow commuter students, discover resources tailored to your needs, and embark on your UCLA journey with confidence. #Undergraduate #Social #Community Location: Strathmore Building, BruinHub (Room 117)

Join us as we welcome all new students! Meet campus leaders, show your Bruin spirit, and kickstart your UCLA journey. This event is for all incoming transfer and direct-entry undergraduate students. Location: Pauley Pavilion

Join over 10,000 Bruins at the Westwood Village Block Party! Enjoy games, activities, and delicious food from Westwood vendors while UCLA musical acts and DJs light up the stage. Location: Westwood Village (Broxton Ave & Weyburn Ave)

Donate blood or platelets during Weeks Zero and 1 and save lives! First-time student donors will receive a UCLA t-shirt (while supplies last), as well as a gift card. In addition, donors can receive an additional t-shirt through the Big Ten We Give Blood Challenge! This is for the Ackerman location only. To make an appointment: https://ucedonor.com/index.cfm?group=op&bbsid=4&step=2&opid=0 Location: Ackerman Blood & Platelet Center

*National Student Parent Month Event* We're celebrating our Bruins who are raising families while purusing their educational journey! Join us for activities, food, a clothing exchange and more! We'll see you there! Location: University Apartments South

Bruin Bash is the ultimate welcome-back celebration. A pivotal True Bruin Welcome experience, this epic concert and festival hosted by USAC Cultural Affairs Commission and Campus Events Commission is not to be missed. Stay tuned for electrifying artist announcements! Location: LATC

The UC Immunization Policy requires all newly admitted incoming students to show proof of vaccination or immunity to MMR, pertussis, varicella, and to complete TB screening. Students age 21 and under must also have the meningococcal ACWY vaccine. Those at risk for TB must provide recent TB test results, and those with a history of TB must submit a chest x-ray taken within six months of starting at UCLA. Preschedule Now for 2026 UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair Need an immunization or to show proof of immunity for the incoming student immunization requirement? Preschedule now for the UCLA Immunization Requirement Fair. Note: Appointments are required to participate in the fair during Zero Week at John Wooden Center, Collins Court. Location: John Wooden Center, Collins Court

Explore Your Academic Passions! Join us at the Academic Open House to learn more about Disability Studies major and minor. Meet the advisor, ask questions, and discover how this interdisciplinary program can shape your UCLA experience. Location: Murphy Hall A265

Meet up at the UCLA Store and check out some of the best deals of the year on BearWear, Computers, School Supplies, and MORE! Location: UCLA Store Ackerman Union

Enjoy coffee, tea, and pastries with the Center for Academic Advising in the College (CAAC) Peer Counselors, College Academic Mentors, and College Advisors who will help connect your intellectual, personal, and professional goals to your UCLA experience! Our welcome event will introduce you to programs and advising resources at CAAC while giving you an opportunity to check-in with our staff before the start of your academic year. Location: Murphy Hall Shostak Terrace

Meet the advising team and get some career advice! 10 a.m. - Virtual Welcome; 10:30 a.m. - Career Tips w/ special guest, UCLA Career Center. Please RSVP for Zoom details. Location: https://sa.ucla.edu/forms/p/NteGf

Let’s get involved! Discover over 500 student organizations and departments and dive into your passions, explore new interests, and connect with fellow Bruins. EAF is organized by two student government offices, USAC CEC (Campus Events Commission) and USAC CAC (Cultural Affairs Commission). Location: Royce Quad and Wilson Plaza

Guests: UCLA Career Center representatives. Highlights: Students are encouraged to bring their resumes, and managers from various ASUCLA departments will be available for on-the-spot interviews. Location: Ackerman Grand Ballroom- 2nd Floor Ackerman Union

Talk with staff and students and find out how the Library can support you throughout your journey at UCLA. What does the Library offer? Multiple library locations Collaboration and study spaces By appointment and drop-in research help Student employment Equipment lending Library workshops and programs And so much more! Stop by, pick up a sticker or bookmark and learn how Library staff can help you navigate the upcoming year. Location: Powell Library, Royce Quad

Explore Your Academic Passions! Join us at the Academic Open House to learn more about Food Studies. Meet the advisor, ask questions, and discover how this (or the Food Studies Minor) interdisciplinary program can shape your UCLA experience. Location: Murphy Hall A265

Explore Your Academic Passions! Join us at the Academic Open House to learn more about the Social Thought Minor. Meet the advisor, ask questions, and discover how this minor these interdisciplinary programs can shape your UCLA experience. Location: Murphy Hall A265

Join SCA (Student Committee for the Arts) on the Royce Terrace for a welcome to the arts at UCLA. Make new friends as you enjoy a night of free live music, food and fun! Location: Royce Hall Terrace

Explore your academic passions and connect with faculty at the Academic Open Houses! Location: Various Locations

Join our Graduate Student Mentors for short 25 minute presentations on our centers' resources including instructions on how to get involved in research, information on our research courses, a list of different scholarship opportunities and a general overview of our programs. This Open House is hosted by both the Undergraduate Research Center-Sciences and the Undergraduate Research Center-Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. All majors are welcome. The first presentation will start at 9AM and the last presentation will start at 11:30AM. Location: Math Sciences Building, Room 5200

Stop by the MCDB Undergraduate Office any time between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM on September 23 to chat one-on-one with the MCDB undergraduate advisors. Whether you have questions about the MCDB major or just want to say hi, we hope you'll join us! Location: 126 and 128 Hershey Hall

Interested in the Public Health majors or minor? Come learn more about UCLA's Public Health undergraduate programs! Meet the Office of Undergraduate Student Services staff and other current or prospective Public Health pre-majors and minors. Open to all undergraduate students, regardless of declared major or minor. Location: 5127 Life Sciences Building

Meet the Department of Economics, including the advising team, faculty/instructors, staff, and fellow students. Enjoy some light refreshments while they last! Location: Please RSVP for location details - https://sa.ucla.edu/forms/p/sFH1D

Meet faculty, new and prospective program students and learn more about our major and minor, including the brand new Health Humanities minor! Light refreshments will be served! Location: Kaplan 348

Calling all UCLA undergraduate, graduate and post doctoral students! Come out to YOUR Career Center to learn all about how to connect with us throughout your time here at UCLA. You will get to: Meet our Undergraduate and Graduate Career Educators Meet our Employer Partners Attend a Resource Fair and meet reps from our campus partners, including First To Go, Basic Needs @ Strath and BruinHub Take a tour of our space, which includes our new additions of a free headshot booth and peace pods Drop in anytime between 11am -- 2pm! Location: Career Center, Strathmore Building

You are invited to join us on our annual fall welcome event! This event is open to the whole UCLA community and is part of True Bruin Welcome 2026! We look forward to seeing all international Bruins there, where you will have the opportunity to meet with our Dashew staff, Wescom Financial colleagues, and other amazing and helpful UCLA campus departments at our International Resource Fair. We will also be offering a complimentary light lunch and international snacks (while supplies last), great giveaways, and an opportunity to socialize with other members of the international community! This event is presented by Dashew Center in collaboration with Wescom Financial. We look forward to seeing you there! Note: Registration is recommended to help us estimate attendance, but is not required. All are welcome to drop in! Location: Bradley 300

Get the scoop on summer at the UCLA Summer Sessions ice cream truck open house! Over 75% of Bruins who graduate in 4 years or less take courses over the summer, so come and meet the team to explore your options. Pick up a free ice cream scoop and play a few rounds of cornhole while you learn how you can maximize your summer and take steps towards graduation. With hundreds of courses that can help you get ahead in your degree, as well as specialized programs like College/Professional Summer Institutes that provide hands-on, career-driven experiences, UCLA Summer Sessions offers a path to success for every Bruin. Free ice cream on a first-come, first-served basis until we run out! Location: Bruin Plaza

The Department of Asian American Studies would like to invite you to our Open House on Wednesday, September 25th from 12-2pm in and around Rolfe Hall 3333. Students, both new and continuing, are invited to come and learn about the Asian American Studies Department, our major, two minors, graduate degree, and courses. Meet the amazing people of the department and discover the resources and services that we have to offer! There will also be free food! Location: Rolfe 3333

You are invited to join us on our annual fall welcome event! This event is open to the whole UCLA community and is part of True Bruin Welcome 2026! We look forward to seeing all international Bruins there, where you will have the opportunity to meet with our Dashew staff, Wescom Financial colleagues, and other amazing and helpful UCLA campus departments at our International Resource Fair. We will also be offering a complimentary light lunch and international snacks (while supplies last), great giveaways, and an opportunity to socialize with other members of the international community! This event is presented by Dashew Center in collaboration with Wescom Financial. We look forward to seeing you there! Note: Registration is recommended to help us estimate attendance, but is not required. All are welcome to drop in! Location: Tom Bradley International Hall: 1st floor patio

The UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs faculty and staff invite you to attend the Public Affairs Undergraduate Program Open House to learn how the Public Affairs major aligns with your interests. Luskin School of Public Affairs Undergraduate Program Open House Wednesday, September 23, 2026 12:00pm – 2:00pm (PT) 3383 Public Affairs Building, 3rd Floor Commons Rooftop The Public Affairs Undergraduate Program Open House is intended to introduce first and second-year students and incoming transfer students to the Public Affairs major and the Luskin School of Public Affairs. The Open House will feature a welcome from the Luskin Interim Dean, Chair of the Undergraduate Program, and Luskin counselors. Students will also have the opportunity connect with Luskin faculty, staff, and peers. Luskin counselors will be available to speak with you about your interest in the Public Affairs major, or any of the three Luskin minors (Gerontology, Public Affairs, Urban and Regional Studies). Lunch will be served and attendees will receive Luskin swag! Can't make it to the Public Affairs Undergraduate Program Open House? Contact the Public Affairs Undergraduate Program via MyUCLA Message Center to speak with a Luskin counselor!: https://luskin.ucla.edu/undergraduate-program/contact-us/ Location: 3383 Public Affairs Building

Please join us and bring your friends. This is a great opportunity to meet newly admitted freshmen and transfer students! Everyone is welcome. You will learn about our CCAS major and minors while networking with faculty, graduate students, and TAs. Food and refreshments will be provided! Location: In front of UCLA Bunche Hall elevators

Join us in Wilson Plaza for an introduction to UCLA Athletics and to celebrate the upcoming Athletic season. Don’t miss the opportunity to get to know current student-athletes, learn UCLA Athletic traditions and enjoy giveaways, free food, contests, and prizes throughout the event! Location: Wilson Plaza

Meet faculty, new and prospective program students and learn more about our majors and minors! Light refreshments will be served! Location: Kaplan 311

Meet the political science department here at UCLA! Students will have the opportunity to connect with faculty, advisors, and current students. Location: Bunche Hall 4357

Incoming and returning students are invited to the History Department’s Undergraduate Open House! Make the most out of your UCLA experience and learn about: - Academic Counseling - Career Center - HistoryCorps Internships & Public History Initiative - History Undergraduate Advisory Board (HUAB) - Luskin Center for History and Policy - Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society and more! All undergraduate students are invited to our event so come on by, refreshments will be served! Event details - Date/time: Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026 from 2:30pm to 4:30pm Location: Bunche Hall 6275 If you have any questions about this program, please contact undergrad@history.ucla.edu. Location: Bunche 6275

Come meet and mingle with the Undergraduate Advisor, Peer Advisor, Linguistics faculty, your fellow new undergraduates, as well as UCLA's undergraduate Linguistics student organization, Bruin Linguists Society (BLing). You can also look forward to: Department Scavenger Hunt A chance to win prizes! Light refreshments If you plan to attend, please complete the RSVP form by September 22 at 11:59pm. Location: 2122 Campbell Hall

Come learn more about the discipline of African American Studies. Meet the staff, faculty, and current student in the major and minor. Light snacks provided. Location: 2134 Rolfe Hall

Join UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television to kick off the academic year. Dean and Distinguished Professor Celine Parreñas Shimizu will share her vision for the new academic year and TFT Advocate Awards will be bestowed to this year's honorees: Michelle Satter, founding Senior Director of Sundance Institute's Artist Programs Greg Sarris, acclaimed author, playwright, screenwriter, and producer Rick Carter, two-time Academy Award-winning production designer And Carol Burnett, renowned actress and comedienne, is a UCLA alumna Nicole R. Fleetwood, Paulette Goddard Professor in Media, Culture, and Communication at NYU Steinhardt and MacArthur Fellow will introduce the Dean and open the event. Location: Freud Theater

Discover everything you need to know about living and studying on the Hill! Meet the teams and explore the areas that make the Hill your home away from home. Location: The Hill

It's Res Life's biggest open house; Meet the Hill 2025! Check out each office and corner of The Hill as you explore the offices, resources, teams and more that help make UCLA a home. Enjoy activities that range from painting, DIY activities, food, and much, much more. Come see where community happens here at UCLA. Location: Sunset Village, De Neve, Hedrick, Rieber

Good luck, Bruins! Fall quarter starts as we embark on an exciting new academic year! Stop by the Bruin Bear for First Day Festival to pickup a map or refreshment on your way to class.

Pull up to Pride Welcome! Bruins, join the LGBTQ Campus Resource Center as we kick off the year in Ackerman Grand Ballroom on Thursday, September 24th from 3-5pm! Drop by to connect with student orgs, discover campus resources, grab some cookies, say hi to the LGBTQ CRC team, and dance to a live DJ set by @Grrlkiss! No RSVP required. Location: Ackerman Grand Ballroom

Welcome to UCLA! This event will help you meet other Transfers, learn more about UCLA, and give you access to exclusive swag. This event will feature crafty activities, campus partners & student orgs to help you get involved, and social areas to meet other Transfers! Get your boots on & join us as we ride into the 26-27 school year. Location: Pauley Pavilion

This event will help you meet other Transfers, learn more about UCLA, and give you access to exclusive swag. This event will feature crafty activities, campus partners & student orgs to help you get involved, and social areas to meet other Transfers! Location: Pauley Pavilion

This workshop will provide guidance on preparing a competitive application for the Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans (https://www.pdsoros.org/), which provides up to $90K in support for graduate students from migrant backgrounds. Specifically, this workshop will focus on writing strategies for telling your New American story in a compelling, creative, and empowering way. We will brainstorm and begin drafting application components during the session. Although the application is not due until October 2026, we recommend getting started on your application essays well in advance, to allow for multiple drafts and revision.

Join the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music and Professor Mike Lee for an evening of music featuring the fortepiano.