Events and Activities
Find out how to connect with the Bruin Underground Scholars (BUS) community through enrollment into our program and upcoming events!
BUS Enrollment Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfMCLRTnjzPA-9D_TjDCUqon3LEeK8gDfo5hTrqeeMkjeVJTw/viewform
BUS Director Appointment: https://calendly.com/mlopez-09/bus-director-office-hours?month=2024-02
BUS Student Staff Workers
Our student staff workers hold office hours every week! Come drop by for any questions you may have about the program.
BUS Bi-Weekly Meetings
We hold bi-weekly meetings at the dates, time, and location listed in the poster. Come out to meet all of our current members and learn more about what we have been working on!
Workshops and Upcoming Events
Below are some workshops that we are holding, come out to learn necessity skills and meet others in the community!
Transfer Empowerment Workshop
Are you a formerly incarcerated or system-impacted community college student interested in transferring to a 4-year university? Join us for our Transfer Empowerment Workshop, in collaboration with CCCP, on Friday, November 18th, from 11:00 am - 2:30 pm! Learn from Underground Scholars alumni, get helpful tips for your Personal Insight Questions (PIQs), and enjoy a campus tour with food provided. Let us support you in taking the next step in your education! RSVP today: https://sa.ucla.edu/forms/p/TransferPowerBUS.
Massage Therapist
We are excited to offer a Massage Therapy session exclusively for current undergraduate and graduate BUS students!
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, November 6th
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
This is a great opportunity to unwind and recharge. Each session is 5 minutes long, and we have 25 slots available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Requirements:
You must complete the BUS enrollment application if you haven’t done so already.
Only current UCLA BUS students are eligible to participate.
If the enrollment application is not completed, your appointment will be canceled.
📌 RSVP Link: https://tinyurl.com/f45vek7w
For more information, check out our Linktree.Don’t miss out on this chance for some relaxation.
Día de los Muertos: Community Altar @ BRC
Join us at the Bruin Resource Center on November 1st as we gather to honor the lives of our formerly incarcerated and system-impacted loved ones who have passed. We’ll celebrate their memory with an altar, and enjoy traditional treats like conchas, pan de muerto, and café de olla. Let’s come together with love and continue the fight for justice. 🌼💀 #DíaDeLosMuertos #remembering
Past Workshops and Events
Financial Wellness
Join us for the Bruin Underground Scholars Financial Wellness Workshop!
📊 **Topic**: What is the Importance of a Credit Score?
🗓 Date: Thursday, October 10, 2024
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
💻 Zoom Meeting ID: 951 1751 2804
🔴 Note: Zoom will be recorded.
This is a valuable opportunity to learn about managing your credit and why it matters. Don’t miss out!
For questions, email us at: undergroundscholars@saonet.ucla.edu
Community College Scholars
Join UCLA Bruin Underground Scholars and the Center for Community College Partnerships for their 3rd summer event for prospective UCLA Transfer Students! All formerly incarcerated/system impacted community college students interested in transferring are welcome! Students will go on a campus tour and be introduced to the resources and support networks available at UCLA to help them thrive academically, personally, and professionally.
Re-Entry Care Packages
We want to show some love to our Bruins Underground Scholars for creating Re-Entry Care packages. Check them out tomorrow @antirecidivismcoalition Job Fair.
Many folks being released from prison have little to no access to basic necessities such as personal hygiene items, socks & underwear, and other essentials. Our Justice impacted students wanted to show support by creating care packages for folks who are fresh out. #schoolsnotprisons
UCLA Case Management x Bruin Underground Scholars
📚 **Event**: The Role of a Case Manager and Humanizing Case Management Experience
🗓 **Date**: Wednesday, October 16, 2024
🕛 **Time**: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
🏛 **Location**: SAC Room 1
Join us for an engaging session to learn about the vital role of case managers and how they provide personalized support. Plus, free giveaways while supplies last!