Recent and Upcoming Events
UCLA Transfer Event
- Thursday, Aug. 1
- 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
This summer event for prospective UCLA transfer students is hosted by UCLA Bruin Underground
Scholars and the Center for Community College Partnerships. Community college students
who were previously incarcerated or impacted by the criminal justice system are welcome
to join us for
- Campus tour
- Campus resources
- Community lunch
Webinar: Power2TheTransfer
- Friday, Aug. 9
- 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
The Power2TheTransfer webinar is an online event for community college students who
were previously incarcerated or impacted by the criminal justice system. You will
learn how to navigate the community college system and transfer to the University
of California or other universities.
For questions, please contact Adan Perez at adanp@college.ucla.edu or Yridia Ayvar at yayvar@college.ucla.edu
Previous Events
Searching for Justice – Film Screening
Rising Scholars hosted a film screening of the PBS NewsHour documentary “Searching for Justice: Life
After Lockup” on Wednesday, March 13. The film focuses on the many challenges individuals
face after incarceration, from reconnecting with family to finding work and staying
out of jail.
After the screening in the Multicultural Center, a panel of students, alumni, faculty members, staff and administrators shared their experiences with the criminal justice system and discussed ways to support formerly incarcerated students. The event was co-hosted by the Equity and Engagement Division and the Office of Professional Development.
Welcome Meeting
New students and allies of the Rising Scholars program gathered for an introductory meeting on Feb. 6, 2024.
Mark Your Calendar!
Please check back to learn about upcoming events for Rising Scholars and their allies.