Week Eight
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Week Eight 🔔🩷
President
VERY IMPORTANT!!
We have a very special guest coming to GM on Monday (week 8).
Jenny Raffield, a “Healing Arts Practitioner”, is coming all the way from the Bay Area to give us a PRIVATE SOUND BATH in the conference room.
My mom attended one of her sound baths in the Bay Area recently and loved it! Afterwards, my mom told her about Bruin Belles and explained that it has been a challenging couple of years for many of our members and we are still serving the community despite everything. My mom asked if Jenny would be willing to do a Zoom session with us talking about wellness, but Jenny SO GENEROUSLY offered to come all the way down to LA to perform a live sound bath just for us!!!
We are sooooooo lucky to have this opportunity. It is very important to me that as many Belles as possible attended GM on Monday. Please do your best to be on time! Dress comfortably and bring a towel/blanket if you want, and a pillow if you want. Whatever you need to feel comfortable lying on the ground.
I am SOOOOO EXCITED!!
Community Outreach
Mobile Pantry Prep
2/26/2025 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Number of Belles: 5, driver needed.
Signup deadline: 2/25
1914 14th Street, Santa Monica, CA
We are looking for adults and (accompanied) children to help us unpack cases of food. This food will be distributed through our mobile pantry at Virginia Avenue Park.
You will be asked to sign our volunteer waiver and photo release when you arrive.
Sign up here: https://www.wsfb.org/take-action/volunteer-opportunities/
Warehouse Volunteer
2/27/2025 9:30am - 12:30pm
Number of Belles: 5, driver needed.
Signup deadline: 2/25/2025
1710 22nd Street, Santa Monica, CA
We are looking for adults (18+) who can lift at least 50 lbs to help reorganize, clean, and tidy the warehouse/coolers and assist with order packing. If you would like to stay for more than three hours, you are welcome to do so, but please plan to stay at least that long.
Sign up here: https://www.wsfb.org/take-action/volunteer-opportunities/
Surfrider North OC - Native Plant Restoration at Irby Park in Huntington Beach
3/1/2025 9:00am - 11am
Number of Belles: 5, driver needed.
Signup deadline: 2/25/2025
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Each time we are there we will be doing landscaping activities such as pulling weeds, planting native vegetation, building sheds, and other projects.
Sign up here: https://volunteer.surfrider.org/timeslots/SohnAohtFq
March 2025 Meeting - Santa Monica Mountains Task Force
3/4/2025 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Number of Belles: unlimited
Signup deadline: NA
VIrtual
The Santa Monica Mountains Task Force meets once every two months, generally on a Tuesday evening at 7:00 pm. All are invited! Call in to learn about the past, present, and future environmental threats faced by the Santa Monica Mountains, and discover ways to support our ongoing mission to preserve and protect them. Subscribe to our mailing list to receive meeting announcements. Zoom link and agenda will be sent out 24-48 hrs prior.
Sign up here: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00000bjMtdIAE&mapLinkHref=
Letter Writing Campaign - Wildfire Relief
Ongoing
Number of Belles:Unlimited
Mail or visit in person Monday-Friday 9-5 pm PST
417 Charles E. Young Drive West, Los Angeles, CA 90024, Room 315
The primary goal of this letter writing campaign is to provide support and encouragement for those affected and for the brave first responders who are working tirelessly to keep our communities safe. This campaign has dual objectives.
First, to support those affected by the fires: provide comfort, encouragement, and resources to individuals and families impacted by recent fires. By sending letters of gratitude and encouragement, our hope is to mitigate some of the emotional strain and show that the community stands together during times of hardship. Second, to express gratitude to essential workers: express heartfelt thanks and appreciation to firefighters, medical personnel, and other essential workers who have worked during this crisis.
There are multiple ways to support this effort:
1. Mail a physical letter/card to the Volunteer Center at 417 Charles E. Young Drive West, Los Angeles, CA 90024, Room 315.
2. Scan and email your letter/card to us at volunteer@saonet.ucla.edu
3. Drop off your letter to us at Bradley International Hall, Room 315.
Registration: https://sa.ucla.edu/Forms/public/doHQgpHRLVC-oaBOJr3tI9JS26L54!43t6Pa0H5b-3Qq7mXxmwBBeYI3zmUakaZ9
Letter Template Guide: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MWEQfPKhSBbXvfzYIBfRvD4iJAb7X8u-s8CTQqdb1Hs/edit?tab=t.0
Public Relations
Happy Week 8!✨💗
Belle Love, Ava
publicrelations@bruinbelles.com
(702) 337 - 4487
PR Credit
Please upload all your pictures to the Google Photos Shared Album!!! I want to keep sharing all our cute pictures and memories to our Instagram 🙂
To receive credit (it's super easy & quick! 🏃♀️), you must upload at least one picture/vid to the shared album, fill out the Event Attendance Tracker Form, and put the name of the event you uploaded pictures for
Please mention the bruinbelles Insta account in any bruinbelles related stories or posts, so I can repost it <3
Saved By the Belles
DM the spam @saved.bythebelles with any fun photos/videos you would like to share
I know we all got some🤭🤭
Secretary
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Contact Info:
(530) 913-8721
secretary@bruinbelles.com
Hi Belle’s,
As always, for meeting attendance credit make sure to fill out the attendance form shown on the projector at GM (and if you come in late, please find me afterwards). Remember that missing GM without filling out the appropriate form (either attendance or recurring/non-recurring excused absence) will result in a penalty. Also, please remember to submit proof to the W25 Event Attendance Tracker after participating in any event for any office. To check your status in fulfilling credit, refer to the W25 Event Completion Sheet.
Belle Love <3
Fundraising
Contact Info!
Jayleen
(661)525-8488 bbsafundraising@bruinbelles.com
Julissa
(909)827-0882 fundraising@bruinbelles.com
Hiiii Belles! Happy Week 8! I hope you are doing amazing and enjoying the post midterm life. Winter quarter is wrapping up which is so amazing because I love Spring!! Please keep an eye out for the date of the DEI dinner and if you anticipate not fulfilling your fundraising credits, please contact me ASAP to work out a plan for you. Take care!!
- Jayleen<333
Happy Week 8 gorgeous Belles! I can officially say I have finished midterm season (thank God😭). Studying so much has been driving me absolutely crazy. On a different note, my roommates and I went to Tate McRae’s album release party on Thursday which was an absolute blast! AND WINTER RETREAT???? I am absolutely so excited to have my littles! Well that’s all from me, remember we are always here if you ever need anything. Do not hesitate to reach out!
- Julissa🤍
DEI Dinner w/Nora
Who: Number of Belles TBD
What: Enjoy cultural dishes!
Where: TBD
When: Week 9 or 10 (TBD)
Credit: 1 DEI + 1 fundraising
Cost: TBD based on amount of belles that sign up
Belle Merch
Receive 1 fundraising credit for every $20 spent of Belle Merch!
Would you like to host your own fundraiser and get credit? Please fill out this form (https://forms.gle/MyhiRPBMWir2SGst6) or text me @ (661)525-8488
Reimbursements
Please contact the Fundraising Office via email if you make any PRE-APPROVED purchases for BBSA events. Purchases include transportation costs to attending events. Afterward, request the amount that should be reimbursed. If you do not get your purchase pre-approved by the fundraising office, there is no guarantee that you will receive a reimbursement.
Social
Hi Belles! :) Happy Lovely Week 8! <3
To those who attended Sunset Soiree, thank you so much for coming! We hope you enjoyed the event as much as Sarah and I did :) A special shoutout to our remarkable distinguished belles: Colette, and Juliette for being so amazing and helping us out throughout the whole process of creating such a memorable event for you all <3 All the photos that I took from my digital camera are now uploaded on Google Photos as there are two albums created! Check them out :) Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me if you ever want to grab food, chat, hang out, etc! I would love to hear from you!
Sending SOOO much Belle Love to you as always,
- Annalyn! ❀ (213)-214-5340 | social@bruinbelles.com
Hey you! Yes you!! You look like you want to host a social :) You should click here
*Our annual Disneyland trip has been rescheduled to Saturday, March 8th 2025*
Upcoming Events this Week 8:
Wildfire Relief Letter Writing Campaign Social w/ Genelle
Who: unlimited belles
What: Write letters for those affected by the fires and for first responders! This is a great way to work on your CO credit as well <3 Bring writing utensils (paper will be provided) and a blanket if you want to sit on the grass :)
Where: Janss Steps
When: Tuesday, 2/25 at 4pm
Credit: 1 social
Cost: Free!
Sign up: Reach out to Genelle (907)205-8772 if Signup Genius isn’t posted :)
Dinner @ Epic w/ Ava
Who: 6 belles
What: Get some very yummy Mediterranean food on the hill
Where: The hill, Epic
When: Wednesday, 2/26 5-7pm
Credit: 1 social
Cost: meal swipe (but ava can also swipe u in)
Sign up: Wednesday, 2/26 by 11:59AMMMMM
Elysee Cafe w/ Annalyn
Who: 3 belles
What: Try some yummy bakery desserts with me! :)
Where: 1099 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024
When: Friday, 2/28 2-3:30pm
Credit: 1 social
Cost: $7-10
Sign up: By Thursday, 2/27 at 11:59pm
Boelter Study Sesh w/ Collette
Who: 4 belles
What: Lock in w/ fellow belles and get sh*t done
Where: Boelter Library (8th floor of Boelter)
When: Tuesday, 2/25 from 12-2pm
Credit: 1 social
Cost: free!
Sign up: Reach out to Colette (714)-323-3285 if Signup Genius isn’t posted :)
Women’s Leadership
Campus Culture
Nonprofit Networking Night
When: Tue 02/25, 5-8 pm
Where: Covel Grand Horizon Room
What: This networking event is designed to connect UCLA students and young alumni with non-profit career professionals who share similar career aspirations. Students who are interested in learning more about or are looking for opportunities (e.g. jobs, internships, etc.) can gain valuable insight about a wide variety of positions and organizations in the community. This program provides students with information about ways to get involved outside of and after graduating UCLA. Students are encouraged to think more about their post-graduation goals, allowing them to continue with their academic careers with more focus and intention.
Who: Anyone! Register here.
Credit: 1 CC Credit
Fowler Out Loud: Ballet Company at UCLA
When: Wed 02/26, 6-7 PM
Where: Fowler Museum
What: Come visit the terrace of the Fowler museum for a unique dance performance, stunning campus views, and delicious snacks. Ballet Company at UCLA creates a space for ballet dancers of all levels to engage with this art form and experience how it can set us free to express ourselves. The company will be presenting Taking Flight, an exploration of how free artistic expression expands our identities as dancers and people. The performance showcases various styles of ballet, from classical to contemporary. Ballet Company of UCLA is thrilled to highlight the creative contributions of student dancers and choreographers, and share their love of this dance with fellow students.
Who: Anyone! Register here.
Credit: 1 CC Credit
Concert on the Hill
When: Thu 02/27, 8-10 PM
Where: Sunset Village Plaza Stage
What: Come to this free concert featuring the following student performers: The 529’s, Echo Kay, DJ Dindi, and Rae!
Who: Anyone!
Credit: 1 CC Credit
USC at UCLA Women’s Basketball Rivalry Game
When: Sat 03/01, 6 PM
Where: Pauley Pavilion
What: Come watch our #1 women’s basketball team absolutely DESTROY our rivals at the home-rivalry game this Saturday! Belles can meet outside of Pauley at 5:30 to get seats.
Who: Anyone! No DEN Pass needed :)
Credit: 1 CC Credit
Ongoing Event: UCLA Teaching Kitchen Workshops
What: Go to a free class offered by the UCLA Teaching Kitchen to learn important cooking and baking skills, and to have a fun time in the kitchen with your friends and peers! There are four different workshops being offered this quarter. I’ve listed the workshops and their dates below.
Note: You must sign up for the event to attend! Sign ups open 2 weeks before the date of the workshop, and spaces are limited! Sign up here!
OPTIONS:
Culinary Bootcamp (3/4 from 3-4:30 PM)
Bread for Beginners (3/11 and 3/12 from 3-4:30 PM)
Around the World (3/14 from 3-4:30 PM)
Credit: 1 CC Credit
DEI
Hello My Beautiful Belles,
No workshops this week, sorry. But exciting the Aysnchonous options have been sent to you through email!!!!!!!
I will also be hosting a week 10 event. It will be a FundraisingXDEI cultural dinner night. I will be making food from my home country and doing a workshop! If you are interested in bringing a dish Google Chat me. The price would be about like 10-13 $, I am working out the details.
So excited!
Nora Haeri
Internal Relations
Hello Belles! I hope you are having a lovely week and are taking care of yourselves!! Please sign up for events to get your IR credit :)
EVENTS:
Ministry of Coffee Westwood Study Time
Who? Up to 5 Baby Belles
What? Study and unwind at Ministry of Coffee with Anastasia
When? Thursday, 2/27 at 11 am
Where? Walk from campus to Ministry of Coffee for study time!
Lunch at Ackerman Union
Who? Up to 5 Baby Belles
What? Pick up your choice of lunch at student union and have lunch together!
When? Friday, 2/28 @ 12 pm
Where? ASUCLA
Baby Belle Text Exchange (WE STILL NEED MORE SIGN UPS!)
Who? Any Baby Belle
When? Anytime
Where? Anywhere
What? Sign up to be randomly assigned to another Baby Belle! A couple of times during the week