With a 419-acre campus and more than 35,000 students, UCLA may seem like an overwhelming place. But students can personalize the campus and find their niche through groups that focus on topics as diverse as chess, Russian, robotics and salsa. Read more...

UCLA starts each year off with a bash ““ Bruin Bash. The event, which includes a concert and a dance, has been part of the Welcome Week tradition since 2003 and is designed to usher continuing students back into the swing of things and welcome new students. Read more...

The summer before her freshman year, Elise Manbert was looking forward to meeting her future roommate. The two had been e-mailing each other for several weeks, and it seemed they would get along. Read more...

Three years ago, basketball courts next to Rieber Hall were a popular place for students who lived on the residential Hill to catch a pick-up game with their friends. Read more...

This will be a year of change for UCLA. In September 2005 Albert Carnesale, who has been UCLA’s chancellor since 1997, announced his impending resignation, which will be effective June 30. Read more...

From medical services to psychological support to a gym and hiking trips, UCLA students have a number of resources available to help with almost every need. Read more...