UCLA Master of Public Policy Program Overview
2023-07-07 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-08-04 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom
The program overview webinar will cover the basics of how the MPP program is structured, expected time commitments, method of delivery, the curriculum, concentrations and general outcomes post-graduation.

UCLA Master of Public Policy (MPP) Applying Part 1: Domestic & First-Generation Applicants Only
2023-07-14 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-08-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
Join us in this webinar to learn about the various components of the application as it applies to domestic prospective students of the MPP program. You can also learn tips on how to be perceived as a competitive candidate during the holistic evaluation process.

UCLA Master of Public Policy (MPP) Applying Part 2: International Applicants Only
2023-07-21 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-08-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
Join us in this webinar to learn about the various components of the application as it applies to international prospective students of the MPP program, including required documents by country. You can also learn tips on how to be perceived as a competitive candidate during the holistic evaluation process.

Am I Ready for Graduate School: Realities to Consider
2023-07-28 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-08-31 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
Graduate school is a large investment of time, money and energy. This webinar is meant to highlight the demands of graduate programs in general, resources available, and bring to mind the types of facts and questions one should consider when beginning their graduate school journey. It is intended to help prospective students better consider their options for graduate programs and their next steps overall.

Brainstorm with UCLA MPP: Statement of Purpose
2023-08-25 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
Not sure what to include in your Statement of Purpose? Is your Personal History Statement lacking flow or feeling repetitive? Are you having a difficult time communicating your personal narrative? Join this workshop for some tips, exercises and guidance on how to begin crafting your admissions essays.

Fellowships & Funding Your UCLA MPP Graduate Degree
2023-09-01 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-09-08 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
The financial landscape of graduate school can be a difficult one to navigate. Join this webinar to learn of the ways you may be able to offset the cost of your higher education degree.

Urban Planning Admissions Webinar
2023-09-13 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-09-25 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-10-17 18:00 - 20:00 | CA
Come learn more about the Urban Planning MURP and PhD programs and how to navigate their respective application processes.
Learn more about:
• The field of Urban Planning
• MURP curriculum
• Areas of concentration
• Internships & Career Services
• International study opportunities
• Capstone projects
• Concurrent degrees
• Certificate programs
• Alumni/job placement
Register here

Brainstorm with UCLA MPP: Statement of Purpose
2023-09-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Not sure what to include in your Statement of Purpose? Is your Personal History Statement lacking flow or feeling repetitive? Join this workshop for some tips, exercises and guidance on how to begin crafting your admissions essays.

Orientation for New Graduate Students
2023-09-26 | Los Angeles, CA, United States
Incoming students from Public Policy, Social Welfare and Urban Planning will learn about the resources at UCLA Luskin and throughout campus during an annual orientation gathering that includes a mandatory presentation from the Title IX office.
Campus services will be divided into categories, and each service/organization present information for new graduate students.
More details will be made available closer to the start of the 2023-24 academic year.

Public Affairs Undergraduate Program Open House
2023-09-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Room 3383, 3rd Floor Luskin Commons, 337 Charles E. Young Drive East, Los Angeles, CA, 90095-1656, United States
Register HERE to attend.

The Luskin School of Public Affairs faculty and staff invite you to attend the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs Undergraduate Program Open House learn how the Public Affairs major aligns with your interests!
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Luskin School of Public Affairs Undergraduate Program Open House
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
11:00am – 1:00pm (PT)
3383 Public Affairs Building, 3rd Floor Commons Rooftop
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The Public Affairs Undergraduate Program Open House is intended to introduce first and second-year students to the 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. You 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. 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!

Register to Attend
Register HERE to attend. Walk-ins are welcomed.

Keeping Our Community Safe
To create a safe and accessible space for everyone in attendance, we will follow the UCLA COVID-19 health and safety protocols as outlined on the UCLA COVID-19 Resources website (https://covid-19.ucla.edu).
If you are feeling unwell or are unable to come to campus we invite you to connect with our office by scheduling an appointment with a Luskin counselor or following us on Instagram @uclaluskinug.

UCLA Luskin Block Party
2023-09-28 17:00 - 20:00 | Dickson Court North, UCLA, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
SAVE THE DATE! Registration opens on Monday, Aug. 21!
UCLA Luskin’s annual welcome gathering is the one night of the year when the whole School comes together: all incoming and returning students, alumni from all departments, staff, and current and emeriti faculty are invited. This is an exclusive event for the UCLA Luskin family.
Join us to:

Enjoy the flavors of L.A. with a variety of food booths and stations.
Get connected to opportunities, organizations and events throughout UCLA Luskin.
Meet new and returning students, plus alumni.
Trade ideas with faculty and research scholars.
Learn about developments at UCLA Luskin.
Participate in keepsake group photos for each department.

Food and beverages will be provided at this free event, open only to registrants affiliated with the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs.
PLEASE NOTE: Advance registration is required. Walk-ins will not be permitted. NO EXCEPTIONS.
TRANSPORTATION TIPS:
Ride-hailing locations: Dickson Court, Wyton Circle
Public transportation: Big Blue Bus (Routes 2 and 17), Culver CityBus (Line 6), Metro
On-site parking available in Lot 2 or Lot 3. Rates:

All-day parking: $15
After 4 p.m. $3-$5 for 1-2 hours or $10 for all night
Purchase in advance via Bruin ePermit parking or pay by space at pay station in lot.
Alumni who RSVP by Sept. 8 receive free parking!

CLICK HERE for more details and FAQ on Block Party 2023

LinkedIn Headshots for Luskin Graduate Students
2023-10-03 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-10-04 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-10-05 09:00 - 17:00 | 6326 Public Affairs, Los Angeles, CA, United States
We host a professional photographer to take our graduate students’ photos to use for their LinkedIn profiles and for graduate student research presenters to use at professional conferences, symposia, etc.
Please sign up for a time slot on CareerHub and be sure to arrive 5 minutes before your scheduled time to check in. The photographer will send a link to your photos to download approximately a week after the session.
The background will be a medium blue.
Indeed: What to wear for a professional headshot

Book Talk by Alan Dettlaff of University of Houston
2023-10-10 12:30 - 14:00 | 2355 Public Affairs, 337 Charles E Young Dr, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
Join us for a talk by Professor Alan Dettlaff.
Confronting the Racist Legacy of the American Child Welfare System: The Case for Abolition
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
2355 Public Affairs Building 12:30pm-1:45pm

Urban Planning Statement of Purpose Workshop
2023-10-11 18:00 - 20:00 | CA
The Statement of Purpose is the most important, and often the most daunting, part of any graduate application. Come join the Department of Urban Planning at UCLA Luskin as we go over useful tips and tricks for crafting the perfect statement. We will also workshop sample statements and see what made the best succeed and the worst flop.

Register here!

Capital Fellows Information Session
2023-10-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
The Capital Fellows Programs are nationally recognized public policy fellowships which offer unique experiences in policy-making and development in each branch of California’s state government.
Capital Fellows spend 10-11 months as paid, full time employees working in a Legislative, Executive or Judicial Branch office. Capital Fellows are placed at some of the highest levels of California state government and assist state legislators, senior-level executive staff, and court administrators with a broad range of public policy issues and projects and are typically given assignments with a significant amount of responsibility and challenges.
This information session is open to graduate and undergraduate students.

Career Peers: Preparing for an Undergraduate Public Affairs Internship
2023-10-17 13:00 - 14:00 | 5391 Public Affairs, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Public Affairs undergraduates can come learn how to prepare for their capstone internship interviews by learning tips to build effective resumes and cover letters. Hosted by Career Peers from the UCLA Career Center.
Attendance will count towards a capstone workshop requirement for your major.

Senior Fellows Tea
2023-10-17 16:30 - 18:30 | UCLA Faculty Club, 480 Charles E. Young Dr. East, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
The Senior Fellows Program is UCLA Luskin’s premiere mentorship program that matches master’s students in public policy, social welfare and urban planning with mentors who offer career guidance and leadership development. This is the kick-off event to the Senior Fellows Program and is closed only to selected and confirmed program participants.

Effective Networking: Preparing for a Virtual Career Fair
2023-10-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Networking is another way of describing relationship building. When you build relationships the right way, you can gain awareness of yourself, find new opportunities, and more. In this workshop, learn how to network as well as best practices to find success both online and offline. You’ll find many of these strategies hone in on tactics for stronger relationships in general, no matter where you meet them.
Additionally, we will talk about tips to prepare for the graduate virtual career fair and make the most out of your participation in the event.

City Manager Panel
2023-10-19 12:30 - 13:30 | Zoom
Have you though about getting involved in local government and serving your community? Join three city managers from across California in this virtual panel discussion to talk about what it is like to work as a city manager and serve the constituents of that community. Panelists will discuss how students can begin to get involved in this type of work, the successes and challenges of this role, as well as share how their professional trajectory has been shaped by UCLA.
Elaine Jeng, P.E. // City Manager, City of Palos Verdes Estates
Alma K. Martinez // City Manager, City of El Monte
Ed Shikada // City Manager, City of Palo Alto
Open to graduate and undergraduate students.

Fall 2023 Virtual Career and Internship Fair
2023-10-19 16:00 - 18:30 | Zoom
Registration to participate in the Luskin Virtual Fall Career & Internship Fair ends on October 19 at noon. All Luskin graduate students are encouraged to participate. Many of our employers are recruiting for both full-time and internship openings. Click the “Employers” tab to see who is coming and what type of positions they are recruiting for. First year students, this is a great opportunity to network with a future employer. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!

Luskin Lecture on Substance Use Prevention
2023-10-19 17:45 - 19:30 | California Nanosystems Institute, UCLA Campus, 570 Westwood Plaza , Los Angeles, CA, 90095-1656, United States
RSVP here: https://luskinlecturewithijeomaopara.eventbrite.com
Check-in and Reception will begin at 5:45 p.m. The lecture will start at 6:30 p.m.
Part of the Meyer and Renee Luskin Lecture Series
In a talk titled, “Approaching Substance Use Prevention by Harnessing Black Girls’ Strengths,” Yale University scholar Ijeoma Opara will delve into substance use prevention tailored to the unique challenges faced by Black girls, harnessing their inherent strengths to achieve success. Many Black girls encounter intersecting societal pressures, deal with stereotypes and often must overcome systemic inequalities. Shifting the narrative from deficits to strengths provides a proactive and empowering solution. Scholars and service providers can foster resilience, confidence and a sense of agency through a strengths-based approach, equipping Black girls with the knowledge and confidence they need to make informed, healthy choices. By highlighting evidence-based strategies that draw upon the inherent strengths within Black girls, the approach advocated by Opara bolsters cultural pride, fosters community engagement and mentorship, and encourages self-expression while also discouraging substance misuse.
About Dr. Ijeoma Opara
Ijeoma Opara PhD is an associate professor in Social and Behavioral Sciences at Yale University’s School of Public Health and the director of its Substances and Sexual Health (SASH) effort. Opara has given several talks across the country about her work highlighting strengths of Black girls and prevention research. The author of more than 60 publications, she has been published in high impact journals such as AIDS & Behavior, Nature and Urban Education.
She is an award-winning scientist whose recognitions include the Woman of Impact award from the Community Healthcare Network-Nigeria, the 2020 National Institutes of Health Early Independence Award, and a Memorial Advocacy Award from the American Public Health Association. Her currently funded research includes a project on machine-learning methods with youths of color in New Jersey.
A licensed social worker who has worked primarily with youth and families of color in urban cities, Opara received her doctorate in family science and human development from Montclair State University, a master’s in social work from New York University and a master’s in public health in epidemiology from New York Medical College. Her bachelor’s is New Jersey City University.
Land and Labor Acknowledgement
As a land grant institution, UCLA acknowledges the Gabrielino/Tongva peoples as the traditional land caretakers of Tovaangar (Los Angeles basin, So. Channel Islands) and are grateful to have the opportunity to work for the taraaxotam (Indigenous peoples) in this place. We pay our respects to Honuukvetam (Ancestors), elders, and ‘Eyoohiinkem (our relatives/relations) past, present and emerging.
We hold sacred the labor of enslaved Africans and immigrants, often exploited, indentured and underpaid, that built and continue to serve our institutions of higher education. We honor the labor and resistance of these ancestors, acknowledge that we benefit from this land and labor, and strive to work towards liberation for all.
