Upsilon Pi Epsilon at UCLA

Have you ever wondered what it's like to work in a startup? Don't know what a startup is? Come to UPE's Getting into a Startup Panel on Thursday, March 2nd, from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. to learn more about it! We'll have several UCLA students who have worked at startups joining us from many different backgrounds, and we'll cover their personal experiences, knowledge, and advice for you!

Fill out this RSVP form if you're interested: https://forms.gle/wB527uQrMuguPVGh9

The UPE Virtual Alumni Mixer is Wednesday, 3/1, from 5:30pm to 6:30pm on Zoom! Come by to meet, get to know, and network with previous and current UPE officers and alumni in a chill setting!

Join us for an informative talk with Carey Nachenberg, a highly respected and beloved CS professor at UCLA, on Wednesday, February 22nd from 10AM-12PM in Mong Auditorium, Engineering VI. In this must-see event, Carey will discuss various methods of investing, including REITs, index funds, and CDs, and will provide insight into how to manage taxes and job offer payments. Carey will also share advice on retirement planning, including tips on saving with accounts such as 401K's.

For those who may not be familiar with Carey, he has a remarkable background in the tech industry, having worked at companies such as Symantec, X - The Moonshot Factory, Chronicle, Google, and Lyft Level 5 Autonomy. He is also the author of the techno-thriller book, The Florentine Deception, and is known for being a fantastic teacher and for offering valuable life and financial advice.

There will also be free food!

The location is subject to change, so we kindly ask that you RSVP through the following link if you are interested in attending to get the latest information: https://forms.gle/ExKKHmTpTDzyqBqC6

Time: Wednesday, February 22nd from 10AM-12PM
Location: Mong Auditorium, Engineering VI
RSVP: https://forms.gle/ExKKHmTpTDzyqBqC6

Have you ever felt like an imposter in the CS community? Come to UPE Advocacy's Imposter Syndrome Discussion on 2/15 at 7pm at the Faraday Room to talk to other CS students at UCLA about managing feelings of imposter syndrome. We will be holding an open discussion about our personal experiences dealing with imposter syndrome and ways to overcome these feelings. **There will be FREE CHIPOTLE for all attendees as well! 🌯** And remember, there is a place for everyone in CS! 🫶
RSVP: https://forms.gle/q1tHgtTmNJFc8gXYA

Want to get your mind off midterms and schoolwork? Join us at the Getty on Saturday, February 11th 3-5pm! We will be enjoying the sunset views, picturesque gardens, and beautiful artwork on display! RSVP here (make sure to read all the information in the form for transportation details and the meetup time): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevq72Ktvb2kgOFMgsZ-_VUI-TtML7q9HWN7njTIrLtEqHIYA/viewform?usp=sf_link

Not sure which CS classes to take next quarter 🤔? Want 1 on 1 advice from UPE officers who’ve been through it all 🤓? Check out UPE’s Course Planning Office Hours on Thursday 2/9 anytime between 2pm-7pm in the UPE Clubhouse, Boelter 4801. UPE officers will be ready to help you with any questions or concerns you may have about enrollment or creating a schedule that works for you. They can also answer any other questions about CS at UCLA. Please RSVP if you’re at all interested so we can keep you updated on any last minute changes!

RSVP: https://forms.gle/BevadAVRm5h82c788
Time: Thursday of week 5 (2/9) from 2pm-7pm
Location: Boelter 4801

Sign up for UPE's Winter Alumni Mentorship Program!

Mentees are paired up with UPE alumni for one-on-one academic and professional mentorship. If you are a first year CS student or UPE undergrad looking to learn more about the computer science industry from those innovating in it, gain academic insight from those who have trod down the UCLA CS path, or just make new connections, apply today!

Find more information and apply here! https://forms.gle/tGDWc9k8vWBBrpb57 Application closes Friday, January 27th at 11:59pm!

Looking for specific ways to spice up your resume to score your dream job? Looking to have your career related questions or concerns answered in a 1-1 setting?
UPE Mentorship is here to help! We will be holding Resume Review & Recruitment Advice Office Hours on Wednesday 1/25 from 2pm-8pm PT. We will be in the UPE Clubhouse (Boelter 4801) from 2pm-8pm! You can drop by any time to have a 1-1 conversation and ask any questions you may have to UPE officers. Location is subject to change, please RSVP here to receive the most up to date info on this event: https://forms.gle/LCCnZufwtsDVRe478

Have you ever watched the Hot Ones on Youtube and thought to yourself, “Wow, I wish my CS Professor was the one melting under the heat of this spicy hot sauce”? If so, you're in luck! Join us at the UPE Entrepreneurship Hot Ones Panel on December 1st from 6-8 PM at the Maxwell Room 57-124 in Engineering IV to see your favorite CS professors* brave the heat of spiciest wing sauces we could find (and maybe try one yourself)! Please fill out this RSVP form if you are interested!

*Featuring Professor Achuta Kadambi

RSVP Link: https://forms.gle/3NAji1cuiATj7GLR6

Stressed about the upcoming CS 180 Final? Come out to the UPE CS180 Final Review Session tonight to get prepped for your upcoming test!

The UPE Virtual Alumni Mixer is Tuesday, 11/22, from 6:30pm to 7:30pm! Come by to meet, get to know, and network with previous and current UPE officers and alumni in a chill setting! For inductees, this fulfills your professional requirement!

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