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LinkedIn Headshots for Luskin Graduate Students
2024-10-03 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.
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Urban Planning Admissions Webinar
2024-10-07 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-10-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-11-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Los Angeles, United States
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!

Latinx Communities Alumni Panel
2024-10-08 17:00 - 18:00 | Zoom
Celebrating UCLA Luskin Latinx Alumni
Join us for an inspiring evening as we highlight the remarkable contributions of UCLA Luskin Latinx alumni who are making a difference in Latino communities across various fields. This event is a testament to their dedication, impact, and the powerful role they play in fostering positive change.
This event is open to all Luskin undergraduate and graduate students.
Panelists:
Alejandra Garcia MPP’23, Government Affairs Manager at Comcast
Alejandra is a first-generation Latina with a professional background in public policy. Having worked in all three levels of government, she recognizes the pivotal role that policy plays in shaping our daily lives. Garcia is currently a Government Affairs Manager for Comcast. In her role, she assists Santa Cruz County and Monterey County in expanding their broadband initiatives.
Diana Benitez MURP ‘16, Senior Manager of Advocacy and Engagement at Canal Alliance.
In her role at Canal Alliance, Diana works alongside low-income communities and those of color to create healthy, safe, affordable communities. She has also worked on general plans, racial equity, early care and education, and greenhouse gas reduction analyses in the academic, non-profit, and private sectors. She’s a member of the Steering Committee of the American Planning Association (APA) California Planners4Health Initiative.
Antonio Sandoval Ayala, MURP ‘07, Director & Chair @ UCLA // Academic Success, Student Engagement & Inclusive Environment
As the Department Director for the Community Programs Office (CPO) at UCLA, Tony oversees various programs and services to support the academic success of low-income, minoritized students. His role involves managing a large team, cultivating partnerships, and developing innovative strategies to enhance student engagement and well-being.
He is also the Founding Chairperson of the UCLA Basic Needs Committee, where he leads campus-wide efforts to address food and housing insecurity among students, staff, faculty, and retirees.
Norma Garcia, MSW ‘13, LCSW, CEO and Founder at Norma Garcia
NORMA GARCIA LLC is a coaching and consulting business focused on supporting Latinx/BIPOC communities by raising mental health awareness, providing holistic and trauma-informed healing spaces, mentorship, coaching, and building community through workshops and speaking engagements.

Meet and Greet with MAUP'04 Alumnus Rorie Overby
2024-10-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Join us for an engaging and inspiring evening with Rorie Overby, an accomplished alum of MAUP’s Class of 2004. This is a unique opportunity to connect with fellow alumni, students, and faculty and hear about Rorie’s journey and experiences since graduating.
More details are coming soon.
This event is open to both Luskin graduates and undergraduates.

Understanding Key 2024 Ballot Measures
2024-10-09 15:30 - 17:00 | UCLA James West Alumni Center, Collins Conference Room, 325 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, 90095, United States
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Hybrid: Join In Person or Online
Zoom link will be provided upon registration.
Join us in person or online for a moderated discussion with UCLA experts on key state ballot measures in the November 2024 election. Jim Newton, veteran journalist and Blueprint editor, will lead a discussion with Shane Phillips, housing affordability researcher from the UCLA Lewis Center for Regional Policy and The Honorable Dean Florez ’87, former California State Senator and founder and CEO of Balance Public Relations, to give inside perspective on:

Proposition 33 — Rent Control
Proposition 36 — Increasing Penalties for Theft and Drug Trafficking

RSVP today for this educational event that will provide valuable insights into the upcoming election. Food and refreshments will be provided.
Speakers and Moderator
Cinthia Flores ’10, Board Member, California Agricultural Labor Relations Board; Vice President, UCLA Alumni Association (opening remarks)
Jennifer Poulakidas ’89, Associate Vice Chancellor, Government and Community Relations, UCLA External Affairs (opening remarks)
Jim Newton, UCLA Lecturer of Public Policy; Editor, UCLA Blueprint (moderator)
Dean Florez ’87, Board of Directors, UCLA Alumni Association; Former California State Senator; Founder and CEO, Balance Public Relations (speaker)
Shane Phillips, Housing Initiative Project Manager (speaker)

Networking 101: Preparing for a Career Fair and Using UCLA ONE
2024-10-10 12:00 - 13:00 | 2343 Public Affairs, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Join OSAAR and Alyson Beckman, Director of Alumni Career Engagement at UCLA Alumni Affairs, to learn the basics of networking and making the most of UCLA ONE. This session will focus on the importance of networking with the greater UCLA alumni community and how to leverage those connections in settings like the upcoming Fall Career and Internship Fair on October 15.
This event is open to all Luskin undergraduate and graduate students. Note that only senior/graduating undergraduate students pursuing a BA in Public Affairs are invited to the Career Fair.

San Diego Alumni Regional Reception
2024-10-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Stone Brewing World Bistro- Liberty Station, 2816 Historic Decatur Rd UNIT 116, San Diego, 92106, United States
You are cordially invited to our Luskin Alumni Regional Reception in San Diego. This networking event brings together alumni from the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs’ four departments (Public Policy, Social Welfare, Urban Planning and our Undergraduate Program).
This reception promises to be an evening of camaraderie and networking. It will provide an excellent opportunity to reconnect with fellow Luskin alumni in the San Diego area, share experiences and forge new connections.

Sustainability Tour with Nurit Katz (MPP/MBA '08)
2024-10-11 09:00 - 11:00 | TBD
Join us for a UCLA sustainability tour with Nurit Katz, Chief Sustainability Officer at UCLA!
Nurit Katz is an educator and sustainability professional who cares deeply about creating a sustainable, resilient, and healthy region for all Angelenos. As Chief Sustainability Officer for UCLA, Nurit Katz led the development of the university’s first comprehensive sustainability plan and fosters collaboration across the leading public university to advance sustainability through education, research, operations, and community partnerships.
We will start our day with light refreshments and introductions/networking, as well as an overview of the sustainability initiatives happening at UCLA, followed by a walking tour on campus to see some of these ideas in action.
Participants must submit a short statement of interest to register for this event. This event is only open to Luskin graduate students.

Urban Planning Statement of Purpose Workshop
2024-10-14 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-10-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Los Angeles, United States
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!

Understanding Key L.A. Ballot Measures
2024-10-15 15:30 - 17:00 | UCLA James West Alumni Center, Collins Conference Room, 325 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, 90095, United States
RSVP HERE
Hybrid: Join In Person or Online
Zoom link will be provided upon registration.
Join us in person or online for a moderated discussion with UCLA experts on key state ballot measures in the November election. Jim Newton, veteran journalist and Blueprint editor, will lead a discussion with Professor Michael Lens, Professor Gary Segura and Zev Yaroslavsky to give insightful perspective on:

L.A. County Measure G — Los Angeles County Government Structure, Ethics and Accountability Charter Amendment
Charter Amendment DD — Independent Redistricting Commission for the City of Los Angeles
L.A. County Measure A — Homelessness Services and Affordable Housing Ordinance

This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required.

Fall 2024 Career and Internship Fair
2024-10-15 16:00 - 18:30 | UCLA Ackerman Union Grand Ballroom, 308 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90024, United States
You are invited to participate in the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs Career & Internship Fair on Tuesday, October 15 from 4:00-6:30pm at the Ackerman Grand Ballroom. Employer and graduate student registration will open on CareerHub in September 2024. Undergraduate Seniors pursuing a BA in Public Affairs must RSVP here: https://sa.ucla.edu/forms/p/mTOEG.
At the Luskin Career Fair, you will have the opportunity to speak with Public Policy, Urban and Regional Planning, and Social Welfare graduate students looking for job and internship opportunities. Our graduate students are interested in a variety of fields, including government agencies, nonprofit organizations, public service and private sector establishments, mental health clinics, hospitals, social service agencies.

Public Service and Federal Government Jobs
2024-10-16 12:00 - 13:00 | 5391 Public Affairs, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Why work in government? What do we mean by federal jobs? Are you interested in public service and applying for federal government internships, fellowships, or jobs, but unsure or intimidated by the process? There’s a government career for everyone.
Join Danica Harootian from the Partnership for Public Service to learn more about the types of opportunities available for undergraduate and graduate students at the federal level and get tips on navigating USAJOBS, federal resumes, and what resources are available to you to streamline the search and application process. No matter your experience level, if you are curious about obtaining work in the government, you’re in the right place.
This event is open to undergraduate and graduate students at UCLA and registration is required. Please submit your RSVP at https://sa.ucla.edu/forms/p/CG2HQ.

UCLA Master of Public Policy Program Overview
2024-10-16 17:00 - 18:30 | 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.

Master of Real Estate Development Webinar
2024-10-16 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-11-06 12:00 - 14:00 | Online
Get acquainted with the advantages of a Master of Real Estate Development degree from UCLA Luskin without needing to set foot on campus.
Come learn about:
• The field of Real Estate Development
• MRED curriculum
• Professional Development opportunities
• Capstone projects
• What sets UCLA apart
• How to apply
Register here!

Senior Fellows Kick Off for selected Luskin Graduate Students
2024-10-17 16:30 - 18:00 | 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.

City Hall Day Info Session
2024-10-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Interested in participating in the Luskin City Hall Day Program? Please consider attending this information session for an overview of City Hall Day and to learn application tips. Each year, fifteen to eighteen Luskin graduate students study an urban social policy issue, spend an entire day interviewing stakeholders involved in that issue, conduct additional research based on these meetings, and present policy recommendations to a Los Angeles City Councilmember on possible ways to address this policy issue. The stakeholder interview day at City Hall will take place in February. The councilmember and exact date is TBD/TBA.
This event is for Luskin graduate students. Please register via CareerHub to receive the Zoom link.
Information on last year’s City Hall Day can be found here: https://luskin.ucla.edu/keeping-l-a-connected-is-topic-of-annual-city-hall-day

Coffee & Carbs Resource Fair
2024-10-22 12:00 - 13:30 | 3rd Floor Commons, 337 Charles E. Young Drive East, 3383 Public Affairs, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
The resource fair aims to provide valuable information, services, and opportunities to the Luskin student body. Having access to the support services will enhance your academic journey and overall well-being. Your participation will be greatly appreciated. This event will be in conjunction with our popular “Coffee & Carbs” brunch. Registration is required.

Student Legal Consultations
2024-10-23 12:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
The mission of Student Legal Services is to prevent, ameliorate, or resolve legal problems that confront students by providing professional legal counseling and assistance. Student Legal Services also seeks to educate students about their legal rights and responsibilities through informational programs and materials, as well as individual counseling.
This event will feature a free 20 minute one-on-one consultation.

UCLA Master of Public Policy (MPP) Applying Part 1: Domestic & First-Generation Applicants Only
2024-10-23 17:00 - 18:30 | 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 Ombuds Service & Conflict Management
2024-10-24 12:30 - 13:30 | 5391 Public Affairs, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Please join Ariella Morrison for an informational session on Ombuds Services and Conflict Management. The session will include an overview of the types of services the Ombuds Office provides, examples of when and how to use Ombuds as a resource, and tips for better communication. We will also discuss conflicts that students may experience, and strategies for how to manage them. This will be an interactive session with plenty of time for questions and discussion.
If you are unable to come in-person. Please join us via zoom: https://ucla.zoom.us/j/5620150798

UCLA Master of Public Policy (MPP) Applying Part 2: International Applicants Only
2024-10-25 18:00 - 19:30 | 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.

Fellowships & Funding Your UCLA MPP Graduate Degree
2024-10-30 17:00 - 18:30 | 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.

Los Angeles Alumni Regional Reception
2024-11-01 17:00 - 19:00 | The Godfrey Hotel-Hollywoood, 1400 Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90028, United States
You are cordially invited to our Luskin Alumni Regional Reception in Los Angeles. This networking event brings together alumni from the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs’s four departments (Public Policy, Social Welfare, Urban Planning and our Undergraduate Program).
This reception promises to be an evening of camaraderie and networking. It will provide an excellent opportunity to reconnect with fellow Luskin alumni in the LA area, share experiences and forge new connections.
Drinks and appetizers will be provided.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 1st, 2024.

Public Affairs Major Information Session #1
2024-11-06 13:00 | Zoom
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Join us at the Public Affairs Major Information Session to learn about the scope of the B.A. in Public Affairs, major requirements, application process, and how the Luskin School of Public Affairs supports your academic goals!
The information session is open to first- and second-year students who are interested in the Public Affairs major.
Information Session Dates

Information Session #1:

November 6, 2024
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Register to receive the Zoom link

Information Session #2:

November 14, 2024
5:00pm – 6:00pm
4320 Public Affairs Building
Light refreshments will be served. Walk-ins welcomed.

Registration
Register here to attend one of the two information sessions.
Learn More About the Major
Learn more about the Public Affairs major at www.luskin.ucla.edu/undergrad or schedule an appointment with a Luskin undergraduate counselor.
Questions?
For questions about the Public Affairs Major, contact the Public Affairs Undergraduate Program via MyUCLA Message Center.

Brainstorm with UCLA MPP: Statement of Purpose
2024-11-06 17:00 - 18:30 | 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.

L.A. Confronts Homelessness: Are We on the Right Track?
2024-11-13 17:00 - 18:00 | Ronald F. Deaton Civic Auditorium, 100 West 1st Street, Los Angeles, CA
Join us for a thought-provoking event featuring a conversation with L.A. Mayor Karen Bass and UCLA Blueprint Editor Jim Newton. Gain insights into the pressing issue of homelessness in Los Angeles and its many challenges and potential solutions.
📅 Date: Wednesday, Nov. 13
🕔 Time: 5 to 6 p.m.
📍 Location: Ronald F. Deaton Civic Auditorium, 100 West 1st Street, Los Angeles, CA
LEARN MORE AND REGISTER
