Understanding Your Finances --What Does Wellness Have to Do With It?
2025-05-08 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 5391 Public Affairs, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Come join the UCLA Financial Wellness team for a self-reflection and dialogue space to examine our relationships to money, tools for coping with financial stress and entry level tips on budgeting, loans and credit.

Inaugural Latino Policy Day 2025
2025-05-15 12:00 - 17:30 | UCLA Hershey Hall, 801 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90095, Room: Hershey Salon, 801 Hilgard Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
Join us at LPPI’s inaugural Latino Policy Day to introduce the UCLA community (students, faculty, staff, and alumni) to groundbreaking work that LPPI has supported in the areas of housing and homeownership, education, and immigration and health. Panels will feature our experts and issue-specific leaders.
Program Agenda:
12:00 PM Lunch and Alumni Panel

Moderator: Estrella Torres, policy fellow, UCLA LPPI
Panelist: Jose Alvarez, senior associate, Estolano Advisors
Panelist: Heidy Melchor, district office liaison, LA City Council Office of Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez
Panelist: Lupe Renteria Salome, data analyst, USC Equity Research Institute

1:00 PM Welcome Remarks

Dr. Arturo Vargas Bustamante, faculty director of research, UCLA LPPI

1:15 PM Latinos in California’s Community College Bachelor’s Degree Programs: What We Know So Far (45 min.)
Presentation by Dr. Cecilia Rios-Aguilar, professor and associate dean of equity, diversity, and Inclusion, UCLA School of Education and Information Studies
Panel Discussion:

Moderator: Dr. Silvia González, director of research, UCLA Latino Policy and Politics
Panelist: Dr. Cecilia Rios-Aguilar, professor and associate dean of equity, diversity, and inclusion, UCLA School of Education and Information Studies
Panelist: Dr. Patricia Ramos, dean of academic affairs, Santa Monica College
Panelist: Dr. Elizabeth Gonzalez, chief program & strategy officer, College Futures Foundation

2:00 PM Break (15 min.)
2:15 PM House Rich, Access Poor: Refinancing Challenges for Latino and Black Homeowners in Los Angeles County (45 min.)
Presentation by Dr. Jose Loya, assistant professor, UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs, featuring Gabriella Carmona, senior research analyst, UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute
Panel Discussion:

Moderator/Panelist: Gabriella Carmona, senior research analyst, UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute
Panelist: Dr. Jose Loya, assistant professor, UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs
Panelist: Jonathan Sanabria, program officer, Conrad Hilton Foundation & Council Member, City of Huntington Park
Panelist: Noerena Limon, chief executive pfficer, Casita Coalition

3:00 PM Break (15 min.)
3:15 PM Expanding Insurance to all Immigrants: Lessons from Illinois’ HBIA/HBIS (45 min.)
Presentation by Dr. Aresha Martinez, assistant professor, University of Chicago Department of Public Health Sciences
Panel Discussion:

Moderator: Dr. Arturo Bustamante, faculty director of research, UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute
Panelist: Dr. Aresha Martinez, assistant professor, University of Chicago Department of Public Health Sciences
Panelist: Dr. Joaquin Arambula (D-Fresno), assemblymember, California State Legislature
Panelist: Mar Velez, director, Latino Coalition for Healthy California

4:00 PM Closing Remarks

Dr. Amada Armenta, faculty director, UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute

4:15 PM Reception
5:30 PM End

UCLA Los Angeles Transportation Forum: Mega Events, Major Opportunities
2025-05-19 | The California Endowment, 1000 N. Alameda St., Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
After more than four decades, the Olympic and Paralympic Games are returning to Los Angeles in 2028. A central theme of the roughly three-week event will be a “transit-first” or “car-free” Games – a bold vision put forth by event organizers, transit agencies, and city officials. In a city known for its car culture, however, this is no small task.
Continuing the conversation from the UCLA Arrowhead Symposium this past fall, the 2025 UCLA Los Angeles Transportation Forum will focus on how mega events like the World Cup, Super Bowl and Olympics and Paralympics can also present major opportunities for creating solutions that address shorter-term event needs — while also building capacity for long-term benefits to the region.
On May 19th, researchers, local experts, and industry leaders will facilitate discussions on two key legacy areas: enhancing LA’s transit system and universal access, including fixing the city’s sidewalks. As the countdown to 2028 continues, participants will have the opportunity to learn more about progress in these areas to date and what remains to be done over the next three years. The Forum will conclude with a session on the late Donald Shoup’s legacy on parking practice and innovations for transit-oriented Olympic Games.
Registration
General: $50
Student & Nonprofit: $25
For an up-to-date list of speakers and the day’s programming, visit the UCLA Institute of Transportation Studies event page.

LGBTQ+ Equality and the 2025 Landscape
2025-05-20 17:00 - 19:30 | UCLA Kerckhoff Hall Grand Salon, 308 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, 90095
This event is part of the Luskin Lecture Series and will feature Tony Hoang from Equality California and Silver State Equality.
RSVP HERE
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Check-in and Reception
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Program
RSVP required for admittance. Admission is free, but registration is required for each attendee.

Description
Featured speaker: Tony Hoang, Executive Director, Equality California and Silver State Equality
Over the past quarter-century, California has spearheaded tough civil rights protections for the LGBTQ+ community that have become a model for the nation. As we move through 2025, new challenges and opportunites are emerging in the fight for full equality, especially in the wake of the 2024 election and shifting political dynamics.
In this UCLA Luskin Lecture, LGBTQ+ rights leader Tony Hoang will share the high points of the fight for full lived equality and identify how to defend against efforts to dismantle the progress. Hoang is executive director of Equality California, the nation’s largest statewide LGBTQ+ advocacy organization. For over 25 years, the nonprofit has advanced civil rights legislation at the local, state and national level, and helped elect hundreds of pro-equality candidates to office, up and down the ballot.
About the Speaker
The son of Vietnam War refugees and the first person in his family to attend college, Tony Hoang grew up understanding the marginalized intersections of sexuality, gender, race and immigration status. As a college student, he joined Equality California as a field intern in 2009, beginning his long career with the organization. Hoang also serves as executive director of the Nevada-based Silver State Equality, a member of the City of Los Angeles Innovation and Performance Commission, and a UCLA Luskin Senior Fellow.

Public Transportation

Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA)
Santa Monica Municipal Bus Lines – “Big Blue Bus”
Culver City Municipal Bus Lines
LADOT Commuter Express
Antelope Valley Transit Authority
Santa Clarita Transit
Metrolink (Commuter Trains)
LAX Transportation Services

Map, Direction & Parking
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Direction: From the 405 freeway, exit on Wilshire Boulevard East. Turn left on Westwood. Proceed north onto the UCLA campus.
Parking: The nearest parking lots to the venue are Parking Structure 4, Parking Structure 8, and Parking Structure 9. You may purchase a parking permit through the Bruin ePermit system and at self-service pay stations. An all day pass currently costs $16 per vehicle and $5 per vehicles with handicapped placard.
For more information, please visit UCLA Parking Rates and Fees.

The UCLA Luskin Lecture Series enhances public discourse on topics relevant to the betterment of society. The Series features renowned public intellectuals, bringing together scholars as well as national and local leaders to address society’s most pressing problems. Lectures encourage interactive, lively discourse across traditional divides between the worlds of research, policy and practice. The Series demonstrates UCLA Luskin’s commitment to encouraging innovative breakthroughs and creative solutions to formidable public policy challenges.
Photo Release: By attending this event, you will be entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. With your presence, you authorize UCLA Luskin and its licensees to photograph you, make sound and/or video recordings of you, and use the recordings for marketing, publicity and promotion of this event and UCLA Luskin generally. Please click on the link for the full UCLA Luskin Notice of Filming Release.
Attendance by a public official will constitute acceptance of a reportable gift.
The Luskin School of Public Affairs at UCLA acknowledges the Gabrielino/Tongva peoples as the traditional land caretakers of Tovaangar (the Los Angeles basin and So. Channel Islands). As a land grant institution, we pay our respects to the Honuukvetam (Ancestors), ‘Ahiihirom (Elders) and ‘Eyoohiinkem (our relatives/relations) past, present and emerging.

Closing Reception for 2025 UCLA Activists-in-Residence
2025-06-03 17:00 - 19:00 | James West Alumni Center – Collins Patio, 325 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
With a shared commitment to “turn the university inside out” and invite artists, community organizers, and movement leaders to undertake power-shifting scholarship and pedagogy focused on social change, the UCLA Luskin Institute on Inequality and Democracy, the UCLA Asian American Studies Center, cityLAB-UCLA, and the UCLA Center for the Study of Women|Barbra Streisand Center are pleased to celebrate the 2025 UCLA Activists-in-Residence: Lupita Limón Corrales, Kaya Dantzler, Kari Okubo, Romarilyn Ralston, and James Suazo.
Learn more about each of the UCLA Activists-in-Residence here and please join us to hear about the projects our activists have been involved in over the course of their residencies at this year’s closing reception.
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Parking information: The nearest parking lot is Parking Structure 8 (501 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095). Pay-by-space parking is available on level 4 (rooftop) of Parking Structure 8. Structure 8 has a pedestrian bridge on the 3rd level.
Only cash and credit cards may be used at campus payment stations/kiosks. Pay stations accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express for your convenience. Pay stations only accept $1, $5, and $10 bills and do not give change in the form of cash or credit. Park in an unmarked space and place the permit on your car dashboard so it is visible.

Meet and Greet with Ambassador Nathalie Rayes, MPP '99
2025-06-11 16:00 - 17:30 | 5th Floor Atrium Public Affairs, Los Angeles, CA, United States
UCLA Luskin Graduate Students and Graduating Seniors are invited to a Meet and Greet with former United States Ambassador to Croatia, Nathalie Rayes, who is also the 2025 Commencement Speaker UCLA Luskin Commencement Speaker!
With a reputation as a transformational leader, Rayes has had a remarkable career characterized by public service, philanthropy, business strategy, advocacy, and diplomacy. On June 13, she will return to UCLA Luskin to serve as keynote speaker for the 2025 commencement ceremonies to be held at UCLA’s historic Royce Hall and Ackerman Grand Ballroom. Rayes, who holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology from UCLA and a Master of Public Policy degree from UCLA Luskin, was named UCLA Luskin Public Policy Alumna of the Year in 2014.

Roots of Cool Art Exhibition: Opening Reception
2025-07-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr, La Cañada Flintridge, CA, 91011, United States
Join us for the opening reception of Roots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World a series of indoor and outdoor art installations at the Sturt Haaga Gallery and Boddy House of Descanso Gardens. Meet the curators, Edith de Guzman of UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation and Jolly de Guzman, and enjoy a no-host bar and live music.
Why attend: Roots of Cool invites visitors to connect to and cultivate appreciation for the life-giving role trees play in making urban neighborhoods livable.
When: Friday, July 11, 2025, from 5-7pm. Admission to Descanso is free on July 11 from 5–7pm for the opening reception. RSVPs are not required to attend the event.
Location: Sturt Haaga Gallery and Boddy House, Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
Hosted by: Descanso Gardens, with curation by Edith de Guzman and Jolly de Guzman. This exhibition and its programs were curated in partnership with UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation, University of California Division of Agriculture & Natural Resources, Los Angeles Center for Urban Natural Resources Sustainability, TreePeople, USDA Forest Service, Arroyo Arts Collective, The Nature of Cities, Avenue 50 Studio, USC Public Exchange, Dashboard.Earth, and Accelerate Resilience Los Angeles.
Roots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World runs from July 12-October 12, 10am-4pm daily at the Sturt Haaga Gallery, the Boddy House, and throughout the Gardens. Learn more here.

Made in the Shade Event at Descanso Gardens
2025-07-25 16:30 - 19:00 | Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr, La Cañada Flintridge, CA, 91011, United States
Experience the Descanso Gardens in a whole new way through Cultivate, a monthly series that features tours, workshops, live demonstrations, and music throughout the gardens. July’s theme “Made in the Shade,” will compliment the exhibition Roots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World, which features curation by Edith de Guzman of UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation and Jolly de Guzman.
Why attend: Roots of Cool explores the topic of shade equity as installations throughout the gardens and in the gallery, featuring 13 women artists and an art collective, invite visitors to connect to and cultivate appreciation for the life-giving role trees play in making urban neighborhoods livable.
Cost: Entry to this event is included in the price of admission or membership, no event registration required. See event page here.
When: Friday, July 25, 2025, from 4:30-7:00pm
Location: Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
Hosted by: Descanso Gardens, with curation by Edith de Guzman of UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation and Jolly de Guzman. This exhibition and its programs were curated in partnership with UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation, University of California Division of Agriculture & Natural Resources, Los Angeles Center for Urban Natural Resources Sustainability, TreePeople, USDA Forest Service, Arroyo Arts Collective, The Nature of Cities, Avenue 50 Studio, USC Public Exchange, Dashboard.Earth, and Accelerate Resilience Los Angeles.
Roots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World runs from July 12-October 12, 10am-4pm daily at the Sturt Haaga Gallery, the Boddy House, and throughout the Gardens. Entry to the exhibition is included in the price of admission or membership. Learn more here.
Schedule:
Thermogram Photo Booth

Use a specialized photo booth that uses infrared technology to capture heat signatures and bodily heat maps.
4:30–7pm

Summer Tree Care Workshop

Summer in Los Angeles County can get HOT. Learn about how to help your trees beat the heat in this workshop.
5–5:45pm
6–6:45pm

Heat Scavenger Hunt

Led by Descanso Gardens docents, explore the gardens with the use of a digital thermometer to explore heat and climatic zones.
4:30–7pm

Hands-on Craft

Get crafty with us at Cultivate!
4:30–7pm

Ask an Expert

Meet a member of the Horticultural department and ask any questions you might have.
4:30–7pm

Flashdance DJs

Enjoy a mix of classic hits and contemporary songs by our popular guest DJs.
4:30–7pm

A Celebration of Cool, part of the Roots of Cool Art Exhibition
2025-08-02 10:00 - 16:00 | Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr, La Cañada Flintridge, CA, 91011, United States
In conjunction with the Roots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World exhibition, celebrate shade throughout Los Angeles at A Celebration of Cool! This day-long event will include panel discussions on shade equity, a thermal imaging booth, a heat scavenger hunt, a giant puppet parade, tree give-aways, art workshops and more.
Why attend: These educational, action-oriented events will offer activities for the whole family and invite everyone to take action. Roots of Cool explores the topic of shade equity as installations throughout the gardens and in the gallery, featuring 13 women artists and an art collective, invite visitors to connect to and cultivate appreciation for the life-giving role trees play in making urban neighborhoods livable.
Cost: Entry to this event is included in the price of admission or membership, no event registration required. See event page here.
When: Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 10:00am-4:00pm
Location: Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
Hosted by: Descanso Gardens, with curation by Edith de Guzman of UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation and Jolly de Guzman. This exhibition and its programs were curated in partnership with UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation, University of California Division of Agriculture & Natural Resources, Los Angeles Center for Urban Natural Resources Sustainability, TreePeople, USDA Forest Service, Arroyo Arts Collective, The Nature of Cities, Avenue 50 Studio, USC Public Exchange, Dashboard.Earth, and Accelerate Resilience Los Angeles.
Roots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World runs from July 12-October 12, 10am-4pm daily at the Sturt Haaga Gallery, the Boddy House, and throughout the Gardens. Entry to the exhibition is included in the price of admission or membership. Learn more here.

Vote16USA National Convening 2025
2025-08-05 - 2025-08-06 | 3250N Public Affairs, Los Angeles, CA, United States
We’re beyond thrilled to announce a powerful new partnership with the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs to bring the Vote16USA National Convening to life! Mark your calendars for August 5th & 6th because something big is coming to the UCLA and you won’t want to miss it.
This is more than just an event. It’s a national gathering of energy, strategy, and purpose, where youth organizers, educators, advocates, and changemakers from across the country will unite to propel the movement to lower the voting age to 16 forward like never before.
Get ready for two days packed with inspiring speakers, hands-on workshops, movement-building moments, and unforgettable connections. Whether you’re a student leading change in your community, a policymaker ready to take bold action, or an educator passionate about civic engagement, this convening is for YOU.
The future of democracy is youthful, powerful, and unstoppable. Be part of the movement that’s rewriting the rules and reshaping what civic leadership looks like in America.

Master of Real Estate Development Webinar
2025-09-18 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-09 18:00 - 20:00 | 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!

Social Welfare MSW Admissions Information Session
2025-09-20 10:00 - 12:00 | 2343 Public Affairs, Los Angeles, CA, United States
REGISTER HERE
Thinking about pursuing your Master of Social Welfare at UCLA Luskin? Join us for our MSW Admissions Information Session on Saturday, September 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This interactive session is a great opportunity to learn everything you need to know about the program — from admissions requirements and application deadlines to curriculum highlights and the practicum experience. We’ll also talk about tuition, funding options, and the wide range of career opportunities available to MSW graduates. Whether you’re just starting to explore graduate school or already preparing your application, this session will give you valuable insight into what makes UCLA Luskin’s MSW program unique.
Feel free to bring your own food and drink.

Luskin Graduate Student Orientation
2025-09-22 08:30 - 14:00 | 147 Dodd Hall, 315 Portola Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
Welcome to the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs!
Incoming graduate students from Public Policy, Social Welfare and Urban Planning will learn about resources at UCLA Luskin and throughout campus during this orientation gathering.
Mandatory in-person training on equity, diversity and inclusion for incoming graduate students. Training includes workshops and guided discussions on how issues such as racism, sexism and privilege impact our world view. Please direct EPA Training questions to Erin Collins at erinc@luskin.ucla.edu.
Date: Monday, September 22, 2025
Location: Dodd Hall, Room 147
Schedule:
8:30 a.m.

Outdoor breakfast reception and check-in

9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

UCLA graduate student services
Student health – Ashe Center, counseling
Library services
Luskin IT services and computer lab
Luskin fellowships
Luskin Office of Student Affairs and Alumni Relations

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Equity in Public Affairs training

12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Departmental breakout lunches

Public Policy will have lunch at Coral Tree Walk
Social Welfare will have lunch at Public Affairs Building, 3rd Floor Roof and Patio
Urban Planning will have lunch at Public Affairs Building, Room 2355

Resources
Printable orientation map and schedule
UCLA Luskin Graduate Resource Library: This landing page contains helpful information on graduate student resources provided by the university and the Luskin School.
Title IX Training: UCLA requires all first-year graduate and professional students to complete a one-hour online training session on prevention of sexual violence and sexual harassment. The university’s Title IX Office will contact students directly. FAQ

Luskin School of Public Affairs Undergraduate Program Open House
2025-09-23 13:00 - 15:00 | 3383 Public Affairs Building, 3383 Public Affairs Building, 3rd Floor Commons Rooftop, Los Angeles, 90024, United States
REGISTER HERE
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
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
1:00pm – 3:00pm (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!
Register to Attend
Register HERE to attend. Walk-ins are welcomed.
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!

Urban Planning Admissions Webinar
2025-09-23 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Los Angeles, CA, 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!

Luskin Grill & Chill
2025-09-25 17:00 - 19:00 | UCLA Dickson Court North, 365 Portola Plaza, Los Angeles, 90095, United States
It’s the one event each year when all of UCLA Luskin comes together! Incoming and returning students, current and emeriti faculty, staff and alumni from all departments are invited to this exclusive event for the UCLA Luskin Community.
Date: Thursday, September 25th
Location: Dickson Court North (sunken quad area just south of Perloff Hall)
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Registration required. The Luskin Grill and Chill is open only to people affiliated with the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs and requires advance registration. Registrations links have been sent via email. If you are a Luskin affiliate who has not received a registration link, please email us at events@luskin.ucla.edu. Walk-ins will not be permitted. NO EXCEPTIONS.
At this Luskin Grill & Chill, you can expect to:

Enjoy the flavors of L.A. with a variety of food 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. Please consider bringing your own reusable cup to reduce plastic consumption!
Department Photos
Be sure to join us for your department photo! Photo times are listed below.
6:15 p.m. Undergraduate Program
6:20 p.m. Public Policy
6:25 p.m. Urban Planning
6:30 p.m. Real Estate Development
6:35 p.m. Social Welfare
6:40 p.m. All Alumni

UCLA Volunteer Day – Saturday, September 27
2025-09-27 09:00 - 12:00 | CA
Mark your calendars! This year’s UCLA Volunteer Day is a wonderful opportunity for Luskin alumni, faculty, staff, and current students to come together, give back, and make a difference in our community.

We’ll kick off the morning with coffee and donuts to fuel our volunteer spirit, then roll up our sleeves and get to work for a great cause.

📅 Date: Saturday, September 27
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (tentative)
📍 Location: jane b. semel HCI Community Garden
111 Easton Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90095
☕ Perk: Coffee & donuts provided by UCLA Luskin

Volunteers will rejuvenate the orchard and garden plots through fun, hands-on activities. Working in rotating groups, you’ll help weed, clear eucalyptus, and refresh our community plots with compost. In the amphitheater, you’ll plant native seeds to grow in the greenhouse, and during breaks, join a pollination watch by spotting bees and butterflies to support the garden’s ecological health.

We hope you’ll join us in making this year’s Volunteer Day one to remember!

Social Welfare PhD Info-Session #1
2025-10-01 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
Learn more about UCLA Luskin’s doctoral program in Social Welfare. This info-session will be conducted remotely from 6PM – 7:30PM PST on October 1st, 2025.

Please join us to learn more about the doctoral program with UCLA Luskin Social Welfare. This event will include an overview of the program from its current Chair, Dr. Laura Wray-Lake.
A Zoom link will be sent out to registered guests on September 30th.

RSVP: https://forms.gle/9nFnCQMMKTJZsHbY7

A Celebration of the Life and Work of Donald Shoup
2025-10-03 14:00 - 18:30 | Centennial Terrace, UCLA Meyer and Renee Luskin Conference Center, 425 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
Join the Department of Urban Planning and UCLA Institute of Transportation Studies as we celebrate and remember the life and work of Donald Shoup, distinguished professor of urban planning, trailblazing advocate for parking reform, gifted teacher, and friend to generations of UCLA students, faculty and staff.
This event will include a book talk, center launch, and a celebration of life. At the RSVP link, you can select which aspects you plan to attend.

RSVP HERE

Social Welfare MSW Virtual Admissions Information Session
2025-10-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Online
REGISTER HERE
Thinking about pursuing your Master of Social Welfare at UCLA Luskin? Join us online for our MSW Admissions Information Session on Tuesday, October 7, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This interactive session is a great opportunity to learn everything you need to know about the program — from admissions requirements and application deadlines to curriculum highlights and the practicum experience. We’ll also talk about tuition, funding options, and the wide range of career opportunities available to MSW graduates. Whether you’re just starting to explore graduate school or already preparing your application, this session will give you valuable insight into what makes UCLA Luskin’s MSW program unique.

MPP Program & Admissions Overview
2025-10-08 17:00 - 18:00 | CA
Are you passionate about making a difference through policy? Tune into our Virtual Information Session to explore how our Master in Public Policy (MPP) program can equip you with the quantitative and analytical skills needed to tackle today’s most pressing challenges. We’ll cover everything from the core curriculum to financing your degree and tips for a successful application. Register now to secure your spot and start your journey toward a meaningful career in public service.
See here for registration webinar link.

Networking 101: Preparing for a Career Fair and Using UCLA ONE
2025-10-09 12:30 - 13:30 | Room 4371 Luskin School of Public Affairs Building, 337 Charles E Young Dr. E, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
Join Scott Pansky, Co-Founder of Allison+Partners and a Luskin Senior Fellow, for an interactive session on how to network with professionals, leverage your connections to further your professional goals, and make networking more than just finding an internship or job! Lily Rosenberg, Assistant Director of Alumni Career Engagement at UCLA Alumni Affairs, will also share how to apply the lessons learned from Scott into practice by using UCLA ONE to connect with the greater UCLA alumni community. Participants can take information from this session to apply to existing mentorship relationships, new professionals you may want to connect with, job interviews, and even the upcoming Virtual Fall Career and Internship Fair on October 10.

Luskin Aperitivo: Spanish Language Meetup
2025-10-09 17:30 - 19:30 | Bar Flores, 1542 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90026, United States
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, UCLA Luskin is excited to host the second edition of our Luskin Aperitivo – Spanish Language Meetup on Thursday, October 9th, 2025, at Bar Flores in Echo Park. This alumni gathering offers a warm and relaxed space to connect with fellow Bruins while practicing Spanish—whether you’re fluent, conversational, or just beginning. Appetizers will be provided; the Luskin Aperitivo will be a no-host bar.
Join us for lively conversation, community building, and an evening of shared culture and connection.
En honor al Mes de la Herencia Hispana, UCLA Luskin tiene el gusto de invitarte a la segunda edición de nuestro Luskin Aperitivo – Encuentro en Español, que se llevará a cabo el jueves 9 de octubre de 2025 en Bar Flores, en Echo Park. Este evento para alumnos/as ofrece un ambiente relajado y amistoso para convivir con otros Bruins mientras practicas tu español—ya sea que lo hables con fluidez, de manera conversacional o que apenas estés empezando. Habrá botanas por parte de la casa; las bebidas estarán disponibles en modalidad no-host bar.
¡Acompáñanos a disfrutar de buena compañía, charla amena y una velada para celebrar nuestra cultura y comunidad!

Fall 2025 Virtual Career and Internship Fair
2025-10-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
You are invited to participate in the Fall 2025 UCLA Luskin Virtual Career and Internship Fair! At the Virtual Fair, employers will have the opportunity to speak with Public Policy, Urban and Regional Planning, and Social Welfare graduate students looking for internship and job opportunities. There is no cost to participate!
Student Registration to participate in the Luskin Virtual Fall Career & Internship Fair ends on October 10 at 2pm. All Luskin students are encouraged to participate. Many of our employers are recruiting for both full-time and internship openings. First year students, this is a great opportunity to network with a future employer. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!
Employers, please register by October 3 to reserve your spot. Visit our Employer webpage for more information about pay transparency and disclosure, as well as information about recruiting our students.
If you have any questions, please contact Nandini Inmula, Assistant Director of Career Services (ninmula@luskin.ucla.edu).

Urban Planning Statement of Purpose Workshop
2025-10-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Los Angeles, CA, 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!

The Career of Giving: Alumni at the Helm of Change
2025-10-14 12:15 - 14:00 | 4371
Join us for an inspiring lunchtime conversation with UCLA Luskin alumni who have built impactful careers in philanthropy—directing resources, shaping strategies, and driving change for causes that matter.
Our panelists will share how they entered the field, what fuels their passion for giving, and how philanthropy intersects with public service, equity, and innovation. Whether you’re curious about careers in the nonprofit sector, foundations, or corporate giving, you’ll leave with actionable insights and inspiration.
🌟 Don’t miss the networking opportunity!
Alumni panels aren’t just about listening—they’re about connecting. This is your chance to introduce yourself to accomplished Bruins, ask questions, and start building relationships that can open doors to internships, mentorship, and future career opportunities.
Why attend?

Learn from alumni making a difference in philanthropy
Discover pathways into the sector
Gain strategies for building a mission-driven career
Network with fellow Bruins and expand your professional circle.
Light lunch will be provided for registered attendees

Is Bipartisanship Dead?
2025-10-14 16:00 - 18:00 | 2355 Public Affairs, 337 Charles E Young Dr, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
The event will take place on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, from 4:00 – 6:00 PM, in partnership with the Los Angeles World Affairs Council.
Current UCLA Luskin students and faculty may email events@luskin.ucla.edu for free admission.
RSVP HERE
At a time of historic polarization in Washington and beyond, this timely discussion brings together leading voices from both sides of the aisle to examine whether bipartisanship is truly a relic of the past or if common ground can still be found on the most pressing issues of our day.
This program will feature experienced policymakers and political analysts who have witnessed first-hand the challenges and opportunities of governing across party lines, including former Congresswoman Jane Harman, former Congressman David Dreier, as well as former Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta, and CNN Political Analyst Ron Brownstein, who have been invited to join as panelists.

Environmental Graduate Student Networking Reception 2025
2025-10-14 17:00 - 19:00 | UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs, 3rd Fl Commons & Patio (3383), 337 Charles E Young Dr. East, Los Angeles, 90095, United States
All UCLA graduate students interested in environmental justice, sustainability, and climate resilience are invited to our free, cross-campus mixer!
When: Tuesday, October 14 from 5-7 PM
Where: UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs, 3rd Floor Patio and Commons (3383)
What to Expect:

Discover student funding opportunities, jobs, internships, and campus resources
Connect with peers who share your passion for the environment
Enjoy appetizers and drinks in a relaxed setting
Meet professionals and experts offering insights to support your academic and career journey

RSVP: Eventbrite registration is required to attend. This event is free and open to UCLA-affiliated students, staff, and faculty. Sign up here today to join us!
Hosted by: UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation in collaboration with partners across campus
Register Here
