06/04/2026
Join the South Bay Network to celebrate Juneteenth at the Hollywood Bowl with Chance the Rapper and your favorite Bruins! There will be picnicking beforehand, beginning at 6pm.
Friday, June 19
6 - 10:30 p.m.
Hollywood Bowl
2301 N Highland Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90068
Cost: $80. Includes concert admission, picnic food, wine and non-alcoholic
beverages. All ticket sales are final. No refunds available.
For any questions, contact Jill David at [email protected] or Kelley Chapman at [email protected].
05/28/2026
πβοΈ Lace up your walking shoes and join your fellow Bruins for one of our favorite South Bay traditions!
The UCLA South Bay Network Pier to Pier Walk is back β starting at the Hermosa Pier and strolling along the beautiful Strand to Manhattan Beach Pier and back. Enjoy lively conversation, ocean breezes, and the iconic coastal views that make the South Bay so special. ππ»π
After the walk, stick around for a casual brunch and even more great connections with the Bruin community! Friends, family, strollers, and pups are all welcome.
π Hermosa Pier
π
Sunday, June 7
β° 9:15 a.m.
Come for the views, stay for the community. RSVP in bio! π΄β¨
05/22/2026
πΆβ¨ Celebrate Juneteenth under the stars with your favorite Bruins! ππ»π
Join the UCLA community for an unforgettable evening at the iconic Hollywood Bowl featuring Chance the Rapper as we come together to celebrate culture, community, and freedom. π€πΆ
Weβll kick off the night with a festive picnic starting at 6:00 PM before the concertβgreat food, wine, non-alcoholic beverages, and even better company! π§Ίπ·β¨
π Hollywood Bowl
2301 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068
π
Friday, June 19
β° 6:00 β 10:30 PM
ποΈ $80 per person
Includes concert admission, picnic food, wine, & non-alcoholic beverages.
All ticket sales are final. No refunds available.
For picnic details or questions, contact:
π© Jill: [email protected]
π© Kelley: [email protected]
Celebrate freedom, music, and Bruin community with us! π«
05/22/2026
βπ»π Coffee, coastline, and Bruin communityβwhat more could you ask for?
One of our favorite South Bay traditions is back! Join the UCLA South Bay Network for our Pier to Pier Walk as we take in the beautiful ocean views, connect with fellow Bruins, and enjoy great conversation along the iconic Strand. ππ
Weβll walk from Hermosa Beach Pier to Manhattan Beach Pier and back (about 3 miles / ~2 hours), and all are welcomeβfriends, family, strollers, and even your furry friends! πΆπ
And because Bruins know how to do community rightβ¦ stick around after for a casual brunch! π₯βοΈ (location TBD)
π Hermosa Pier
11 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach
π Sunday, June 7
β° 9:15 AM
Questions? Contact Karen or Philip!
Tag your favorite Bruin walking buddy and come make memories with us! π«
RSVP link in bio.
05/21/2026
β¨ Throwback Thursday to this incredible evening with our Bruin community! πππ»
A small table, delicious dishes, and the kind of conversations that spark real collaboration. Networking truly never tasted so good! π½οΈβ¨ So grateful for the amazing alumni, friends, and community members who came together for a night of connection, laughter, and meaningful conversationsβall while supporting the UCLA Alumni South Bay Network Scholarship Fund.
Moments like these are a reminder that the Bruin network is so much more than professional connectionsβitβs family, opportunity, and community. π«
Already looking forward to the next one! Who joined us that night? πππ
Community Networking BruinFamily UCLA ππ»π
05/21/2026
UCLA South Bay Campus Tour + Wellness & Yoga Experience
Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 10:00 AM β 12:00 PM
Connect. Recharge. Explore UCLA South Bay.
Connect with fellow Bruins for a refreshing and inspiring morning at the beautiful UCLA South Bay Campus in Rancho Palos Verdes!
Enjoy an exclusive guided campus tour, connect with alumni and friends, and recharge with a special wellness session, featuring stress-management tips and a relaxing beginner-friendly yoga class led by UCLA Recreation (please bring your own mat or towel). Light refreshments will be provided.
Whether you come to network, unwind, or simply explore UCLAβs scenic South Bay location, this event offers something for everyone.
All Bruins, family members, and friends are welcome!
Date & Time
Saturday, July 11, 2026
10:00 AM β 12:00 PM
Location
UCLA South Bay Campus
30800 Palos Verdes Dr E
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Cost: $8 per person
Proceeds from the event will benefit the UCLA Alumni South Bay Network Scholarship Fund.
Please contact Julie Chobdee at [email protected] or Jill David at [email protected]
04/16/2026
A small table, delicious dishes, and the kind of conversations that spark real collaboration. Networking never tasted so good! π½οΈππ
Join your Bruin community for a multi-course, family-style dinner filled with great food, meaningful connections, and opportunities to grow your network.
π
Thursday, April 30
β° 6:00 PM
π Sea Empress Seafood Restaurant, Gardena
π² $40 (tax & gratuity included)
π Proceeds support the UCLA Alumni South Bay Network Scholarship Fund
π Link in bio for registration
Letβs connect, collaborate, and build together. Whoβs coming? π
π© Julie Chobdee β [email protected]
π© Diana Choe β [email protected]
04/03/2026
π»ππ Join the South Bay Alumni Network for the Womenβs Basketball Final Four Watch Party! ππ₯π
π Friday, April 3
π 6:00 p.m.
π Tavern On Main
123 Main St.
El Segundo, CA 90245
Cost: Free β food & drinks available for purchase π»π
Itβs the Final Four β letβs show up, cheer loud, and rep Bruin pride together! ππ»π Donβt miss the energy, the excitement, and the community.
For questions, contact Sharlean Perez
π§ [email protected]
04/01/2026
β¨ Calling all Bruins ππβ¨
Thereβs nothing better than good food, great company, and giving back to our community π»
Join us for a special Bruin dinner experience featuring a multi-course, family-style feast β think chicken, pork, beef, seafood, and all the delicious sides to share π½οΈβ¨
π Sea Empress Seafood Restaurant (Gardena)
π
Thursday, April 30
β° 6:00 PM
ποΈ $40 (tax & gratuity included)
Even better? π«
Every bite supports a bigger purpose β proceeds benefit the UCLA Alumni South Bay Network Scholarship Fund, helping future Bruins thrive π
This is your chance to reconnect, meet new faces, and enjoy a night filled with community, laughter, and amazing food π€
Spots are limited β grab your seat and bring a fellow Bruin (or two π)
π© Questions?
Julie: [email protected]
Diana: [email protected]
Registration:
https://giving.ucla.edu/Standard/NetDonate.aspx?SiteNum=5920&MG=%25%25PublicId%25%25&Finder=%25%25FinderNumber%25%25
03/27/2026
π»Join the South Bay Alumni Network to celebrate with a Womenβs Basketball Sweet 16 Watch Party!πππ»ππ
πFriday, March 27
4:30 p.m.
πTavern On Main
123 Main St.
El Segundo, CA, 90245
Cost: Free. Food and drinks available for purchase.
For questions, contact Lanny at [email protected] or Kelley at [email protected].