First of all, UCLA is in one of the most amazing cities by far! Los Angeles has so much to offer within its grasps and if you think Los Angeles is boring then that is your fault. I would give UCLA a 9 out of 10 just because it is so diverse and everyone is so accepting in the Bruin Family.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Don't be afraid to shake your tail feathers weather they be blue, green, spotted, or striped, or if you don't even have any! No one will judge you at UCLA. There's a group, a club for nearly everything. Be true to who you are and at UCLA you will found out more of who you are.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Just because UCLA is a fun and amazing place doesn't mean it's easy to get A's. People are accepted because of the brilliant minds they have. Students earn the A's. It's only hard if you don't put the effort in. You can miss a lot in one day.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
The dorms are where you can start a new social life. People usually get really close to those living on the same floor as them--like really close. Having a hall is the best way to be more social. Everyone just seems so friendly already.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The food is amazing! It's like a buffet and the lines are not bad, they're practically ephemeral. I do hear for some people that the food gets tiring, but it's not the same thing every day. If you love waffles for breakfast and Italian for dinner, and even a variety of Asian food, you'll love UCLA food. There's even Jamba Juice and a Carl's Jr. and lots of other fast food restaurants and cafes.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Explore Westwood, LA! Go to the beach, there's so many choices--Venice Beach, Santa Monica Beach, Malibu. You can get to the beach by hopping on a bus for just nearly 35 cents. Los Angeles is home to several artists and museums are only a few bus stops away.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Westwood, which is rest next to UCLA, can be pretty expensive. However you have access to nearly anywhere in Los Angeles. Downtown LA is a place where you can find treasures at a cheap price.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
There is an inverted fountain in South Campus where at your UCLA Freshman Orientation, you get Bruintized by saying a little oath and extending your right hand into the fountain. However, anytime you touch the water before you graduate from UCLA, it adds an extra quarter for you to graduate. The best part is when you finally graduate and just jump in the fountain with all your friends who just graduated with you! People are just sitting in there as if they're in a hot tub. Some even go snorkeling!
Which types of students will excel at your college?
LGBT
All types of Asian
Sports (fans and athletes)
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
The only big thing to worry about is theft which is preventable.
First of all, UCLA is in one of the most amazing cities by far! Los Angeles has so much to offer within its grasps and if you think Los Angeles is boring then that is your fault. I would give UCLA a 9 out of 10 just because it is so diverse and everyone is so accepting in the Bruin Family.
Don't be afraid to shake your tail feathers weather they be blue, green, spotted, or striped, or if you don't even have any! No one will judge you at UCLA. There's a group, a club for nearly everything. Be true to who you are and at UCLA you will found out more of who you are.
Just because UCLA is a fun and amazing place doesn't mean it's easy to get A's. People are accepted because of the brilliant minds they have. Students earn the A's. It's only hard if you don't put the effort in. You can miss a lot in one day.
The dorms are where you can start a new social life. People usually get really close to those living on the same floor as them--like really close. Having a hall is the best way to be more social. Everyone just seems so friendly already.
The food is amazing! It's like a buffet and the lines are not bad, they're practically ephemeral. I do hear for some people that the food gets tiring, but it's not the same thing every day. If you love waffles for breakfast and Italian for dinner, and even a variety of Asian food, you'll love UCLA food. There's even Jamba Juice and a Carl's Jr. and lots of other fast food restaurants and cafes.
Explore Westwood, LA! Go to the beach, there's so many choices--Venice Beach, Santa Monica Beach, Malibu. You can get to the beach by hopping on a bus for just nearly 35 cents. Los Angeles is home to several artists and museums are only a few bus stops away.
Westwood, which is rest next to UCLA, can be pretty expensive. However you have access to nearly anywhere in Los Angeles. Downtown LA is a place where you can find treasures at a cheap price.
There is an inverted fountain in South Campus where at your UCLA Freshman Orientation, you get Bruintized by saying a little oath and extending your right hand into the fountain. However, anytime you touch the water before you graduate from UCLA, it adds an extra quarter for you to graduate. The best part is when you finally graduate and just jump in the fountain with all your friends who just graduated with you! People are just sitting in there as if they're in a hot tub. Some even go snorkeling!
LGBT All types of Asian Sports (fans and athletes)
The only big thing to worry about is theft which is preventable.