The Weekly Wrap by Dashew - October 28, 2026 | | |
Upcoming Dates & Updates
Immigration Updates Page: Learn more on the latest information here
Week 5 Campus Events: UCLA Community Calendar
Good luck with midterms, Bruins!
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2026 Cookbook of Cultures
Wednesday, Oct 28 is the last day to
submit yours!
Do you have a favorite dish from home? Send us yours! Submissions from this form will be published in the Dashew Center's online Cookbook of Cultures and will go live during International Education Week 2026 (November 26 - 20).
Submit Your Recipe
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Language Development Fall Social
October 28, 2026
1:00 pm PT
At Bradley Hall 300
You're invited to join us for this new event on Wednesday. We extend a special invitation toward our English Language Circle and Language Exchange program participants! Join Dashew Center for a complimentary lunch, and meet other language learners at UCLA! Make connections, practice your desired languages, and continue your learning! RSVP Now!
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Fall 2026 English Language Circle
Wednesdays Nov 4)
12:00 – 1:00 PM / In-Person
The next English Language Circle (ELC) session will take place next Wednesday 10/28 on Zoom! Practice your English conversation skills and connect with other members of the UCLA community through ELC!
See More
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Overview of Key Work Visas and Gaining Permanent Residency in the U.S.
Thursday, October 29th at 2pm PT
UCLA International Scholars, you are invited to join the a workshop hosted by WR Immigration. This workshop will cover employment-based visa (e.g. H1-B, O-1, E-2) and permanent residency options in the U.S.
Pre-Submit Questions: https://sa.ucla.edu/forms/p/workvisas
Register via Zoom
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Fall International Scholar Lunch
Wednesday, November 4th at 12pm PT
Bradley Hall 300
The Dashew Center invites you to join our quarterly International Scholar Lunch Hour this Fall! Meet other members of the UCLA International Scholar community to socialize, connect, and expand your network.
Registration is recommended to assist us with estimating attendance. RSVP Here
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Banking in the U.S. with Wescom Financial
Thursday, November 5
11am – 12pm Virtual
International Bruins, do you have questions about banking in the U.S.? Join Wescom Financial for a virtual financial literacy workshop designed to help you better understand your banking options and navigate the account opening process with confidence.
See More Details
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Applications for Global Siblings Program
Deadline is Monday, November 30 | 11:59 PM PT
Looking to form new connections, experience cultural exchange, and explore the local area with a new friend? Apply to join the 2027 Global Siblings program for Winter and Spring 2027. The program is open to international and domestic students, and first-year and transfer students are especially encouraged to apply.
More Details and Apply Now!
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International Education Week 2026
Save the Date
November 16–20, 2026
Mark your calendar for International Education Week 2026! Join the UCLA community for a week of events celebrating international education, cultural exchange, and global perspectives. Stay tuned for the full schedule of events and webinars coming in November!
Learn More
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Weekly CPT & OPT Webinars - Wednesdays via Zoom
Interested to know more about off-campus employment as an international (F-1) student?
We are hosting live sessions to prepare F-1 students to understand the process of applying for off-campus work authorizations known as Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT).
See upcoming webinars here
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Career Center Events (Week 5)
Fall 2026
Multiple Events
Happy Week 5, Bruins! Midterms are here, and we know it’s a busy time of the quarter. Take a study break and check out what’s coming up at the Career Center! From upcoming events to career resources, there are plenty of ways to get connected!
See more
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2026 UCLA Rec Halloween Walk:
Treasure Your Health
Thu 10/29 • 11AM - 2PM
UCLA Campus
Calling all UCLA staff, faculty, and students to join the annual UCLA Recreation Halloween Walk on Thursday, October 29! All hands on deck! Register now to be part of this spooktacular campus adventure! Stroll solo or with your crew to at least 3 haunted stations across campus between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Costumes encouraged!
Learn More
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Living Well Together:
Roommates, Boundaries, and Communication
Thu 10/29 • 3PM - 4PM
Rieber Hall, 1st Floor, Suite 115
Build practical skills for communicating, setting boundaries, and navigating the ups and downs of sharing space with others.
Learn More
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Writing a Literature Review
Thu 10/29 • 4PM - 5PM
Zoom
Co-sponsored by UCLA Library, the Kwame J. Granderson Undergraduate Writing Center and the Undergraduate Research Center – Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. Learn how to organize your research into a coherent and compelling literature review.
Event Website
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Basic Needs Fair
Tuesday, November 3rd, 11am-2pm
at Bruin Plaza
Our Fall Basic Needs Fair is right around the corner! Visit us at Bruin Plaza next Tuesday to get FREE produce, Smile Hotdog, fun prizes, and learn how to access critical resources on and off campus. How it works: Pick up a stamp card at our check-in booth! Go around the tables to receive stamps for free produce and various prizes.
Learn More
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Grad School Support
By GSRC
Student Activities Center (SAC), B-11
Be sure to stop by the GSRC Grad School Support drop-in hours to connect with current UCLA graduate students and get support with researching programs, brainstorming essays, navigating the application process, finding resources, and more. Open to all undergraduate students
Event Website
| | Resources for International Bruins | | |
Protect Yourself from Scams and Fraud
Many international students and scholars studying in the U.S. have recently been victims of multi-phase scams from individuals impersonating employees of specific mail companies, U.S. immigration and law enforcement officers, or investigators from foreign governments. Learn More
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What is Togetherall?
Visit Togetherall Website
Togetherall is an anonymous online community where members can support each other, share experiences, and seek guidance. It’s a safe, supportive space monitored by licensed clinicians to ensure a positive environment.
How do I join? Signing up is easy- go to togetherall.com and use your UCLA student email address to register as a member of a university or college.
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UCLA CAPS CORE
Learn More
Compassionate Response (CORE) Team
CORE is a team of licensed mental health specialists who provide compassionate interventions, support, and resources to UCLA students experiencing a behavioral health crisis.
CORE delivers crisis resolution and mental health relief to students on campus. Services include telehealth and on-site evaluation, stabilization, de-escalation, follow-up, and coordination of other health care supports.
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