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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
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Aurora Slater Hoskins
 In Memoriam
Aurora Slater Hoskins (Dec. 17, 1910-Jan. 25, 2012) was born in Aurora, Nebraska. Aurora and her sister Annabelle were taught that education was the cornerstone of success and both girls, under the tutelage of their grandparents and aunts were outstanding students. Aurora graduated from Jefferson High School and was accepted at UCLA.
While attending UCLA, Aurora became a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, a community service organization. She was elected president of the undergrad chapter - Pi. Later Aurora was active with the Los Angeles Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta - giving much of her time and expertise to the Delta Head Start Program.
Upon graduating from UCLA in 1932, Aurora joined many of her friends who worked for the US Postal Service. In 1944, she accepted her first teaching job with the Los Angeles Unified School District. Aurora became a master teacher, training many education students from Pepperdine and USC before they became certified teachers. Aurora's teaching expertise was recognized by LAUSD - and she was offered a position at the UCLA training school, Warner Avenue, in Westwood. Aurora turned down the position, telling her daughter if her skills were that 'good', then the children in her community needed her more than the children who lived in Westwood. Aurora taught at the following schools: 49th Street, Trinity, and Virginia Road.
One of Aurora's best friends, Dorothy Hoskins Benton, had a handsome brother, Barney. Aurora and Barney fell in love and married and had two children, Sandra Hoskins (Mrs. Alonzo M. Wilkins, III) and Barney Lishey Hoskins, Jr.
Aurora was a member of Holman Methodist Church and was a past president of The League of Allied Arts, past Treasurer of the Los Angeles Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, and an alumna member of the Pasadena/Altadena Chapter of The Links, Inc. Aurora spent hours working on the Stovall Foundation's Cotillion, an organization that her aunt, Pauline Slater, was a founding member.
Aurora loved the companionship of her friends - and a good game of cards. She was a member of the E Pluribus Unum club - a group that organized at the age of 16 and got together once a month to play bridge. The EPU's met monthly for well over 50 years. Another club that Aurora enjoyed was the Ding-A- Lings - a group of friends who played tonk and poker and entertained in the cities most elegant restaurants. This group invited their daughters to join the club - and there were many Saturday afternoons enjoyed by mothers and daughters and their friends.
Upon retirement, Aurora traveled extensively - traveling around the world with friends and family. For the past seven years, Aurora lived in Fayetteville, GA - a suburb of Atlanta.
In addition to her daughter and son-in-law, Aurora's surviving family included two grandsons, Alonzo M. Wilkins, IV and David Hoskins Wilkins; seven great-grandchildren, three great-great grandchildren and a host of loving family and friends. WHAT A LIFE!
Aurora Slater Hoskins Scholarship Fund
Aurora was one of the oldest living UCLA grads, and because the value of education is a part of Aurora's legacy, her family has set up a scholarship fund in her name.
Donors can make a donation through the Legacy Scholarship in Aurora's name and a scholarship will be given in her honor.
Donations can be made by check to UBAA at PO Box 83422 Los Angeles, CA 90083and please add Aurora Slater Hoskins Scholarship Fund to the memo line. Donations can also be made via https://uclablackalumni.org/donate-now.php , and the donor can email UBAA at info@uclablackalumni.org to indicate an online donation has been made in Ms. Hoskins name.
Thank you!
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BRUINS MAKING A DIFFERENCE
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The Alliance Judy Ivie Burton Technology Academy High School is a free public charter school developed and operated by Alliance College-Ready Public Schools and authorized by the Los Angeles Unified School District. As the president and CEO Judy Burton brings expertise in successfully leading and operating public schools. A major emphasis in her work has been improving student achievement for all students with particular focus on students in underserved communities. She has successfully impacted students at risk through best practices in leadership development, teacher professional development, and parent and community engagement.
Ms. Burton launched the Alliance College-Public Schools, a non-profit charter management organization whose mission is to open and operate a network of high performing middle and high schools in California. The first Alliance high school opened in 2004 and the network now includes 14 high schools and 6 middle schools, with a goal to eventually open 50 high performing schools. All Alliance schools are in high poverty historically underperforming communities and are outperforming nearby neighboring schools. In June 2011, the Alliance had 8 high school graduating classes and 96% of students were accepted into 4-year universities.
Prior to her current position, Ms. Burton served as Superintendent of Local District B in LAUSD and she also served as the Assistant Superintendent where she headed the Office of School Reform for LAUSD. She is widely recognized at state and national levels for her leadership in the LAUSD implementation of the $53 million Annenberg Challenge Grant involving more than 200 schools. She is a nationally recognized speaker on urban school reform issues.
We salute our fellow Bruin Judy Ivie Burton!
Photo Caption: Judy Ivie Burton in whose honor the school was named with her brother, attorney Rickey Ivie (Ivie, McNeill, & Waytt), who was recently named lawyer of the year and serves as UBAA Board President.
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ONCE A BRUIN, ALWAYS A BRUIN 
Do you know anyone dismissed from UCLA?
Help change that reality. The Bruin Readmission Program is designed to allow access to campus resources for academically dismissed UCLA students.
BRP, like SRRP, is a collaboration between College Academic Counseling (CAC), the Academic Advancement Program (AAP) and the Campus Retention Committee (CRC). Through group and individual learning, the program helps dismissed students build the skills and confidence necessary for success while regaining their admittance to the university. Please help us spread the word.
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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
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Greetings Bruins,
March Madness is here! Let's enjoy the coming of spring, warmer weather and great college basketball.
Our annual Ski Trip is underway and set for March 30th thru April 1st in Mammoth. As always, Bruins will hit the slopes and party the weekend away to help raise money to support UBAA. Bring your friends and family with you! Check the Calendar section for more details.
Next month, UBAA will begin the election process for new officers to serve a two-year term. We are looking for dedicated, team players to carry on our rich legacy of leadership and volunteerism. If you or someone you know is interested in serving in a leadership role with the UCLA Black Alumni Association, please contact us at 310-631-8222 or info@uclablackalumni.org. Stay tuned for more details about running for office and voting.
Don't forget May 5th is Alumni Day and we want to see you on UCLA's beautiful campus enjoying the festivities and seeing old classmates! 
Remember, making a one-time donation or donating just $10 per month or more online can help us to succeed in our commitment to our UCLA legacy. Go to www.uclablackalumni.org to donate or to become a UBAA member.
Be a part of the Black Bruin Movement.
GO BRUINS!
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Mark Your UBAA Calendar
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MARCH 2012 March 17th Happy St. Patrick's Day
March 30th - April 1st
Annual Ski Trip - Mammoth
Register: www.uclablackalumni.org 
APRIL 2012
April 8th
Happy Easter
April 14th
Admit Weekend Dinner
UCLA Campus
6:30-8:00pm
More info TBA
Join us as we welcome the admitted, African American freshman class of 2012. Alumni presence is always needed and appreciated!
MAY 2012
May 5th
Alumni Day 2012
Register: www.alumniday.ucla.edu/2012/
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COOKING TIPS FROM CHEF DONNA
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Happy Cooker Tip - Don't Ignore the Cauliflower!
There were a few vegetables that my mother completely ignored in the grocer section of the local market and therefore not served at our dinner table when we were growing up. One such vegetable was the cauliflower, regularly overlooked by its cousins: cabbage, collards and the oh-so-popular broccoli. In fact, I didn't eat cauliflower as a stand-alone vegetable until I started taking culinary classes about 6 years ago, and I discovered the options this cruciferous veggie offers. Nutritionally, don't let the color - or lack of - fool you. One cup of raw cauliflower provides almost 90% of the daily value (DV) of vitamin C and a good amount of manganese, both core conventional antioxidants. An excellent source of vitamin K, cauliflower works to help with anti-inflammation. To prepare, do not steam or boil cauliflower as it will become very mushy. Sautéeing the florets with S&P and herbs offers a tasty treat, but I prefer to roast my creamy-colored buds as this technique provides maximum flavor with the least amount of effort. After rinsing, I remove the protective, coarse green leaves from the bottom of the curd (compact head). Then I cut the buds of the curd into 2-inch florets. I toss the florets in olive or grape seed oil with Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper and then spread the florets onto a sheet pan lined with foil or parchment paper coated with nonstick spray and sprinkled with a touch of Kosher salt. Note: cauliflower contains phytonutrients that emit a sulfur-like odor when heated (which is probably why my mom didn't cook them). I needed an ingredient to help combat this, as I didn't want to turn off my family and clients before I even served the meal. My thoughts immediately drifted lovingly to bacon, but I try to keep my weeknight veggies purely vegetarian. I finally stumbled upon my secret anti-sulfur element: toasted sesame oil. Sprinkle a small amount (1/2 -1 teaspoon) of toasted sesame oil onto the prepared cauliflower and place in a hot oven (425°F) for 15 minutes or until just tender and very pleasingly browned. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. You will be surprised at the satisfying, mildly salty taste. And beware - I eat the roasted florets like popcorn and they don't always make it to the plate! Enjoy!! Happy Cooking from The Happy Cooker! Donna Barrow, Personal Chef/Owner, c/o '85 Your Plate or Mine, Inc. www.yourplateormineinc.com info@yourplateormineinc.com Like us at: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Your-Plate-Or-Mine-Inc-Personal-Chef-Services/116039418706 Follow us on Twitter @ChefDonnaB
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Alumni Mentors
Interested in Being an Alumni mentor to a UCLA Black Undergrad Student? Sign up to be a mentor through ASP's African Brothers and Sisters Mentorship Program. Info and application are below.
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| VOLUNTEERS NEEDED | | Have you graduated from UCLA and said, "I want to be more connected to UCLA's Black Alumni and be more involved"?
Well, here is your chance! You can do this by becoming apart of a volunteer committee. We need your help and would love to have you. See the list below. If YOU are INTERESTED in ANY of these committees, email us at info@uclablackalumni.org. Thank you!
Committees Where You Are Needed:
1. Volunteers - Helping to organize and locate volunteers for various events throughout the year
2. Fundraising - Helping to raise money for UBAA events and scholarships
3. Marketing - Finding innovative ways to publicize UBAA events and activities
4. IT - Helping to serve the technological needs of UBAA
5. Membership - Helping to bring more Bruins together
6. Campus & Community Relations - Keeping UBAA informed and engaged with campus activities that specifically affect Black Bruins
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