UCLA Dashew Center for International Students and Scholars

🏠 Looking for housing in Los Angeles? Welcome back to Global Bruins 101 🌍✨
Finding a place to live can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re searching from another country. In this episode, we’re sharing some key things every international student should know before signing a lease 👀
💡 We cover:

• UCLA housing options for undergrads and grad students
• What to consider when choosing a neighborhood
• Transportation tips if you don’t have a car
• Utility costs and lease agreements
• Free lease reviews through UCLA Student Legal Services
Before you sign anything, make sure you know your options and do your research. Your future self will thank you 💙

For more housing resources, visit the Dashew Center website.

Alt Text: Video featuring a Dashew Center representative discussing housing options for international students at UCLA. The video explains differences between undergraduate and graduate housing, tips for choosing a safe neighborhood, transportation considerations, lease agreements, utility costs, and UCLA resources available to help students find housing and review leases.

🌏 : "She has a better GPA 😐 | She doesn't have to apply for visas 😭"
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🌎 We asked international students one question: What’s your favorite memory at UCLA? 🎤✨

Their answers reminded us that some of the best parts of the college experience aren’t just the classes we take, but the people we meet, the moments we share, and the memories we carry with us long after graduation.

Watch the video to hear some of our favorite stories, and tell us yours in the comments 👇🐻

Alt Text: Video featuring UCLA international students sharing their favorite memories from their time at UCLA. Students are interviewed at the Global Year-End event and speak about meaningful friendships, experiences, and moments that shaped their Global Bruin journey.

🌏 : "Going to the doctor in the U.S. vs. going to the doctor in your home country"
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A little behind-the-scenes moment from our Global Year-End Celebration 🤫🎤✨

What started as event prep somehow turned into a full ASMR session 😂 From decorating the check in area to setting up every last detail, here’s a tiny glimpse into the chaos, fun, and teamwork that went into celebrating our Global Bruins 🌍💙

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made this year’s celebration so special 🐻✨

Okay but… look at everything you missed from past years 👀✨

From meeting other Global Bruins 🌍 to taking photos with friends 📸, getting your international graduation sash 🎓, enjoying dinner, giveaways, and celebrating all your accomplishments together… this is one of those UCLA memories you do NOT want to skip 💙🐻

Whether you’re an international student, scholar, or studied abroad, this celebration is for YOU and the Class of 2026 ✨

📍 De Neve Plaza Room
📅 Wednesday, May 20th
⏰ 5:30 PM

Space is limited, so make sure to register through the link in our bio!

Don’t miss it this year… see you there 👀🎉

💼✨ Looking for an on-campus job at UCLA as an international student? This episode of is for you!

From libraries and dining halls to recreation centers and research positions, there are so many opportunities waiting for you across campus 👀📚🏀

In this video, we break down:
💡 Work rules for F-1 and J-1 students
📝 How authorization works
🏫 Places you can work at UCLA
⏰ Hour limits during the school year and breaks
📍Where to find more resources

Starting your first campus job can feel overwhelming, but don’t worry, you’ve got this, Global Bruin 💙🐻

Alt Text: Video featuring a Global Bruins 101 host explaining on-campus employment opportunities for international students at UCLA. The video discusses work eligibility for F-1 and J-1 students, authorization requirements, weekly work hour limits, and examples of on-campus jobs including UCLA Library, Dining Services, Recreation, Athletics, and student services. The tone is informative and welcoming, with UCLA campus visuals and student-focused graphics throughout.