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Campus Life

Best Places to Hangout with Friends on Campus

Best places to hang out with friends: Ackerman outside area, Bombshell (South Campus), Northern lights (North Campus).

Renata Kobayashi

August 21, 2020

Easy access to all UCLA dining options

Easy access to all dining options

Ana Carolina Guimaraes

July 18, 2020

Best Places to Nap on Campus

Best Places to Nap: Kerckhoff 2nd level (enter through the outside patio), YRL reading room (chairs between the bookshelf), YRL...

Renata Kobayashi

August 21, 2020

Breakfast Takeout Options

Best breakfast take outs: BPlates smoothies, De Neve take out and Bruin Cafe.

Renata Kobayashi

August 21, 2020

A Day in the Life #1

In a scenario where I have classes both in the morning and afternoon.

Carolina Shiguti

July 19, 2020

Gluten Free Rooms on The Hill

Gluten free rooms, how to access, and where to find them.

Carolina Shiguti

August 19, 2020

Zoom University Routine

My Zoom University routine.

Renata Kobayashi

October 30, 2020

Rendezvous takeout

One of my favorite dining halls at UCLA!

Carolina Shiguti

July 18, 2020

Commuting @ UCLA

Commute easily around the UCLA area.

Ana Carolina Guimaraes

July 18, 2020

Breaks Between Classes

What to keep in mind when building your schedule for the quarter! Breaks between back-to-back classes and walks across campus.

Carolina Shiguti

August 19, 2020

ACADEMICS

Take attendance seriously

Attendance is usually a relevant % of your final grade, so resist the urge of skipping class and show up!!

Renata Kobayashi

November 6, 2020

What are Bruincast classes?

Bruincast are recorded classes at UCLA – watch out for this advice!

Renata Kobayashi

November 6, 2020

Finding courses at UCLA that match your interest

Flexibility of finding courses that match your interest when choosing upper division classes

Ana Carolina Guimaraes

July 18, 2020

What’s a seminar?

In this video, I explain what’s a seminar, when you will have it, and what you can get out of...

Renata Kobayashi

November 13, 2020

What is the Education minor and why I chose it

What you study in the Education minor and why I chose it.

Renata Kobayashi

August 21, 2020

Recommendation of GE classes

Classics: Greek Mythology and Art History: African Art

Renata Kobayashi

August 21, 2020

Best Summer Session to Enroll

Enroll in Session C!! More people are on campus and you get the chance to have a summer break.

Renata Kobayashi

August 21, 2020

Alumni network at UCLA

Engaging with alumni

Ana Carolina Guimaraes

July 18, 2020

Academics @ UCLA

Learn about the challenges in academics at UCLA.

Renata Kobayashi

August 5, 2020

College Summer Institute

What is CSI and my experience with it!

Carolina Shiguti

August 20, 2020

Employment

Department Jobs @ UCLA

Besides USAC you can also find job opportunities in different departments at UCLA – learn how.

Renata Kobayashi

August 7, 2020

Work-Study @ UCLA

Learn about how work-study works and research the eligibility requirements.

Renata Kobayashi

August 7, 2020

What are Summer Internship Projects?

In this video I talk about what’s cool about summer internship programs

Renata Kobayashi

March 17, 2021

USAC @ UCLA

USAC (Undergraduate Student Association Council) is the best place to find job opportunities on campus!! I give you the best...

Renata Kobayashi

August 7, 2020

Research opportunities at UCLA

Extensive research opportunities at UCLA

Ana Carolina Guimaraes

July 18, 2020

Undergraduate Research Portal

How to look for research opportunities on campus!

Carolina Shiguti

July 18, 2020

Handshake Explained in Details

Learn about Handshake, how to use it and how to maximize your chances of getting an internship/job.

Renata Kobayashi

August 7, 2020

Internship opportunities @ UCLA

Best advice on how to apply and get an internship/job position.

Renata Kobayashi

August 7, 2020

Pro Tips on Cover Letters

In this video, I give you pro tips on how to write a good cover letter.

Renata Kobayashi

August 7, 2020

Advice on Summer Internships from Brazilian students

In this video, I give advice on how to apply for summer internships and I explain the timing of the...

Renata Kobayashi

August 7, 2020

culture & Community

Brasa Summit

If you’re a Brazilian student coming to college, definitely don’t miss out on this conference!

Renata Kobayashi

October 30, 2020

Clubs and Student Organizations @ UCLA

Learn about how to get involved in campus life

Renata Kobayashi

July 28, 2020

Unicef at UCLA

My experience being a part of Unicef at UCLA during my first year.

Carolina Shiguti

July 19, 2020

International Community at UCLA

Very strong international presence at UCLA

Ana Carolina Guimaraes

July 18, 2020

The Dashew Center

Information on our international student office at UCLA, the Dashew Center.

Carolina Shiguti

July 19, 2020

International Community @UCLA

Presence of international students in the student body.

Carolina Shiguti

August 19, 2020

UCLA: Culture and Stereotype

In my opinion, UCLA is known because of its diverse and woken community.

Renata Kobayashi

August 7, 2020

First Time Using Syllabi

Getting used to using a syllabus and advice on how to use it.

Carolina Shiguti

July 19, 2020

Adaptation to a big university

Going from a small high school to a huge university with more than 40,000 students.

Carolina Shiguti

July 18, 2020

Clubs and Organizations at UCLA

More than 1,000 student orgs and much more

Ana Carolina Guimaraes

July 18, 2020

Financial Guides

Essential Apps for Budgeting

Learn about the best apps for budgeting!

Renata Kobayashi

August 7, 2020

Advice on Scholarships

UC system doesn’t offer scholarships to international students, so learn about alternative options.

Renata Kobayashi

August 7, 2020

Costs of Living #2

Learn about the costs of eating out in LA.

Renata Kobayashi

August 7, 2020

What to do with your extra meal swipes?

Here’s a side hustle no one openly talks about.

Renata Kobayashi

August 21, 2020

Financial tips #1

What to have in mind when calculating your budget for your first year.

Carolina Shiguti

July 18, 2020

Costs of Living #1

Learn about the costs of commuting in LA.

Renata Kobayashi

August 7, 2020

Costs of Living #3

Learn about the costs of housing in LA – specially around UCLA.

Renata Kobayashi

August 7, 2020

Financial Aid at UCLA for international students

Information about financial aid for international students and where to look for more information.

Carolina Shiguti

July 18, 2020

Finances @ UCLA

My advice on budgeting, don’t the fool with a negative bank account statement!

Renata Kobayashi

August 7, 2020

sports, social, & Entertainment

Social Life @ UCLA

UCLA has a very active social life, choose the ‘social life’ you want to have!

Renata Kobayashi

August 7, 2020

The little I know about sororities @ UCLA

My experience attempting to rush and not lasting a full day in the process.

Carolina Shiguti

July 18, 2020

Athletics @ UCLA

More about the sports culture at UCLA

Renata Kobayashi

July 21, 2020

Best Gym to Workout

Here I explain why BFit is the best gym to workout (instead of Wooden).

Renata Kobayashi

August 21, 2020

Weekend Getaways in California

What to do during the weekends in California

Ana Carolina Guimaraes

July 18, 2020

What’s a tailgate?

Here I explain what’s a college tailgate and what to expect from it.

Renata Kobayashi

November 13, 2020

Athletics and School Spirit at UCLA

Lots of sports and games to attend

Ana Carolina Guimaraes

July 18, 2020

Party Scene and Social Life

From frats to bars.

Carolina Shiguti

July 19, 2020

Weekend Getaways

Here I give you suggestions for fun weekend getaways.

Renata Kobayashi

August 7, 2020

San Diego Weekend Getaway

Get your friends, rent a car and enjoy a weekend in San Diego – here’s why.

Renata Kobayashi

August 21, 2020

Tips

Dorms with the Best Locations

Best dorm locations: De Neve and Covel Commons Area (in my opinion)!

Renata Kobayashi

August 21, 2020

iClickers

What are iClickers and why do some lectures use them?

Carolina Shiguti

August 19, 2020

Keeping in touch with family

Importance of keeping in touch with family

Ana Carolina Guimaraes

July 18, 2020

My Favorite Study Spot

Charles E. Young Library

Carolina Shiguti

July 28, 2020

Affordable Ways to Rent a Car

Zip Car, Maven and the Hertz at Westwood Boulevard are great options for students to rent cars easily and save...

Renata Kobayashi

August 21, 2020

How to get a Driver’s License

How to get a driver’s license in LA, when to schedule an appointment and what’s the process.

Renata Kobayashi

August 21, 2020

Essentials for your Dorm Room

Essentials: mattress topper, Britta pitcher, and outlet extension cord.

Renata Kobayashi

August 21, 2020

Getting Around Campus

Campus layout and things to keep in mind before going to UCLA.

Carolina Shiguti

July 19, 2020

How’s Winter in LA

Don’t underestimate LA’s winter.

Renata Kobayashi

August 21, 2020

Note Taking in Lectures

Taking notes on laptop vs notebooks!

Carolina Shiguti

August 19, 2020

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