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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
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 Tamara Craver
Bruin alumna Tamara Y. Craver ('94) has over 13 years of service in the Los Angeles Non-profit sector. Tamara is the Director of the Posse Foundation in Los Angeles, one of the most comprehensive and renowned college access and youth leadership development programs in the United States. Posse Los Angeles currently recruits students from Los Angeles area high schools and sends them off in groups of 10 - a Posse- on full-tuition scholarships to top universities and colleges across the country including: Bucknell University, Dickinson College, Grinnell College, Kalamazoo College, Northwestern University, Syracuse University, Tulane University, University of California, Berkeley, University of California, Los Angeles and the University of Wisconsin, Madison.
Previously, Tamara worked with the Torrance-South Bay YMCA serving as the Director of Development & Communications, where she responsible for raising the annual budget to help ensure children were able to attend summer camps, before/after school care and to help further the Y's mission of not turning a kid away due to the inability to pay.
Prior to working with the YMCA, Tamara worked as the Director of Development & Social Markets with the American Heart Association.
Tamara has a longstanding passion for youth development and is proud to have an impact in the Los Angeles area by helping students attain access to higher education.
She resides in Lakewood, California with her son.
UBAA salutes Tamara for her dedication to Los Angeles area youth. Go Bruins!
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Images of Blackness Film Series Making Sense of the Fires...20 Years Later
When: Thursday, April 26, 2012 @ 6pm - 7:30pm Where: Haines Hall 135, UCLA campus
Darnell Hunt, author of Screening the Los Angeles "Riots," will lead a discussion of media images of the 1992 Los Angeles disturbances. The events were triggered twenty years ago on April 29, 1992, when not-guilty verdicts exonerated police officers caught on videotape brutally beating black motorist Rodney King. The events -which the Los Angeles Times proclaimed "the worst riots of the century" - resulted in at least 51 deaths, more than $1 billion in property damage, and thousands of arrests.
How will 20th anniversary media retrospectives frame this important moment in American history? Read more here, and join us for screenings and a spirited discussion.
Co-sponsored by the Academic Advancement Program (AAP).
To get the latest information about what's happening at the Bunche Center, go to: www.bunchecenter.ucla.edu
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UCLA Bunche Center for African American Studies announces events for Spring Quarter 2012
The Bunche Center is sponsoring and co-sponsoring a variety of events for the public's enrichment this spring, including exhibitions, seminars, symposia and lectures. The Bunche Center was established as an Organized Research Unit (ORU), with the mission to develop and strengthen African American Studies through five primary organizational branches: research, academic programs, library and media center, special projects, and publications. Every day the Center works to live up to the goals set forth by the founders and provide a creative arena for educational development relevant to the lives and existence of African-Americans.
Events are free unless otherwise noted. All-day parking ($11) and short-term parking (payable at pay stations) are available in Lots 2, 3 or 4 (enter the campus at Hilgard and Westholme avenues). Programs are subject to change. For updated information, call 310-206-8267 or visit www.bunchecenter.ucla.edu.
Thursday, April 12, 2012 4:00 PM
Royce Hall 314 Colloquium on New Directions in Gender and Sexuality Studies - Prof. Devon Carbado (Co-sponsored with the UCLA Division of Social Sciences; the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation; the UCLA Departments of Women's Studies, Anthropology, English, LGBT Studies and World Arts and Cultures/Dance; the UCLA Center for Society and Genetics; the UCLA Center for the Study of Women; the UCLA School of Law, the UCLA Mellon Postdoctoral Program in the Humanities and the UCLA Williams Institute on Sexual Orientation Law and Public Policy)
"Acting White? What's Feminism and Queer Theory Got to do with it?"
Thursday, April 12, 2012 7:00 PM
UCLA School of Law, Room 1347 Panel Discussion (Co-sponsored with the UCLA Law School's David J. Epstein Program in Public Interest Law and Policy)
"Freedom Now: L.A.'s Fight for the Human Right to Housing"
Thursday, May 3, 2012 12 Noon
Haines Hall 135 Bunche Center Circle of Thought Lecture - Prof. Sarah Haley Topic: TBD
Wednesday, May 9, 2012 12 Noon
Haines Hall 135 Bunche Center Authors' Series - Prof. Robert Hill
"The Caribbean Garvey Movement: A New Perspective"
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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.
For more info: http://www.ugeducation.ucla.edu/counseling/brp.html
Questions? Call Mia at (310) 267-4348
Mia Watson Retention Advisor - UCLA Community Programs Office (CPO) 310.267-4348 | Phone 310.206.3175 | Fax mwatson@cpo.ucla.edu | Email
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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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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
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Hello Black Bruins,
I'd like to thank everyone who attended our annual UBAA Ski Trip to Mammoth. It was a huge success as always and the funds raised will help us to continue the work we do here at UBAA. Thank you!
On April 14th we will host our annual Admit Dinner for the incoming freshman class of admitted students. Alumni are encouraged to attend this event as your presence makes all the difference in whether or not students choose to attend UCLA. This is our opportunity to impress upon them how important they are to continuing our rich African American legacy at the University. There is no purchase necessary. Please check the UBAA calendar for details.
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! To register, go to www.alumniday.ucla.edu/2012/
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! LaMonica Peters UBAA President
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APRIL 2012 April 8th Happy Easter April 14th Admit Weekend Dinner UCLA Campus 6:30-8:00pm Ackerman Grand Ballroom Join us as we welcome the admitted, African American freshman class of 2012. Alumni presence is always needed and appreciated! No purchase necessary. MAY 2012 May 2nd President Bill Clinton at UCLA 42nd President of the United States of America on "Embracing our Common Humanity" at the inaugural May 5th Alumni Day 2012 Register: www.alumniday.ucla.edu/2012/ 
May 5th Academic Advancement Program (AAP) 40th Anniversary Latin Jazz Concert Schoenberg Hall, 7pm - 9pm
Experience a tour d' force journey into the world of Latin jazz with the Los Angeles Latin Jazz All-Stars, UCLA Folklorio Dancers, UCLA Latin Jazz Big Band and Kotolan. $20 General admission | $10 UCLA students Purchase advance tickets >> http://alumni.ucla.edu/_click/25069749/148054?camefrom=CFC_UCLA_SPECIAL 
The AAP Freshman and Transfer Summer Program (F-TSP) is a transformative experience that helps new students make a successful transition to UCLA. As costs increase, incoming AAP students need financial assistance to attend the program. The Academic Advancement Program is proud to announce the launch of a $2 million campaign commemorating former summer programs students, the AAP Alumni Summer Program Scholarship. Give now to be recognized in the 40th Anniversary Concert program. Help others gain access to the equity, opportunity and excellence that supported you in your academic journey. http://alumni.ucla.edu/_click/25069749/148055?SiteNum=73&fund=3478 $40 AAP Alumni Individual Contribution 400 donations provide eight summer scholarships $400 AAP Alumni Peers Ten donations provide two summer scholarships $4,000 Named Scholarship Two scholarships in your name, Chancellor's Associates membership and an invitation to the annual AAP Scholarship Awards Reception $40,000 Named Scholarship 20 scholarships in your name, Gold Level Chancellor's Associates membership and an invitation to the annual AAP Scholarship Awards Reception Thank you for your support and please visit the AAP website to learn about current events and programs. Help us as we work with AAP students to challenge, inspire, and expand their academic and personal abilities. http://alumni.ucla.edu/_click/25069749/148056 |
COOKING TIPS FROM CHEF DONNA
| |  "Making the Perfect Springtime Frittata" When preparing a brunch menu for larger groups I love to serve frittatas as the egg dish because the technique almost eliminates the tricky timing issue with temperamental scrambled eggs. With the addition of fresh springtime veggies - artichoke hearts, tiny asparagus, peas, morel mushrooms, watercress, Vidalia onions - this simplified omelet is also great for a quick one-pan lunch or dinner. Here are some tips to help you make the perfect frittata: Choose the right pan. Nonstick sauté pans work well, if you're comfortable with them. However, don't use them if you plan to brown cheese on top of it under a broiler as these pans should not be heated above 350F. Another great choice is a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet. Stainless steel will work, but be sure to use the full amount of your fat of choice to prevent sticking. Go easy on the added sauté ingredients. Because a frittata is an egg dish, let the proteins, veggies and herbs enhance, not overpower. Plus, if there if there is too much filler, it will break into chunks when sliced. A good ratio is 1 ˝ cups diced ingredients to 8 eggs. Use fresh herbs. Fresh herbs are perfect candidates for this light and quick dish. Your taste buds and nose will thank you! (Flat-leaf parsley is a great springtime selection.) Whisk room temperature eggs and an added liquid. Eggs need to be relaxed from the cold before whisking for better cooking and an added liquid, such as cream, milk, wine or broth helps to keep the eggs from toughening in the direct heat. Use 2 tablespoons of liquid for 8 eggs. Cover the pan and cook on the stovetop with low heat. Stovetop cooking helps to keep the eggs tender and the covered pan stabilizes the humidity inside for the best texture. Add salt only after the frittata is set. Salt will toughen eggs if added while they are raw. Happy Cooking from The Happy Cooker! Donna Barrow, Personal Chef/Owner, c/o '85 Your Plate or Mine, Inc. Personal Chef Services www.yourplateormineinc.com info@yourplateormineinc.com Like Your Plate or Mine, Inc. on Facebook! Follow the chef 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.
The directions to submit the application are as follows:
1) Download the application at this URL address:
https://docs.google.com/fileview?id=0B8s1uv-mXeI2YjhjZjBlZWUtYWEzYS00ZTVlLWExYjQtMDA1N2MzZDdmMWVl&hl=en&authkey=CLCSuaYF 2) Fill out the application
3) E-mail the completed application to africanbrothersandsisters@gmail.com or print it and turn in the hard copy to ASP cubicle located in Student Activity Center Room 105
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