Student Resources
As a Bruin, you have so many opportunities to share your story. Whether it be on or off campus, your voice and your experiences are crucial to bringing our Bruin community closer together. Check out the resources below to explore some of the ways you can make a difference in our community!
Request a Workshop, Presentation, or Training
Part of a student organization or department? You can bring Reservation Dogs and the power of storytelling your communities with one of our workshop offerings. Explore more available workshops below and request one today!
Workshops
Introduction to Reservation Dogs
Join us for 60-minute deep dive into the groundbreaking FX series Reservations Dogs where you’ll have a chance to reflect on various themes including identity, representation, methodology, and more, through a guided discussion around carefully selected clips from the show. No prior knowledge of the show required!
Story Circles: Discover the Power of Storytelling
Stories shape who we are and help us understand each other. This interactive 60-minute workshop invites Bruins to participate in guided story circles where you’ll engage in small-group conversations, share personal narratives, practice empathetic listening, and discover the power of storytelling.
History of Indigenous People in the U.S.
The Common Experience invites Bruins to explore the history and ongoing presence of Indigenous communities in the U.S., Los Angeles basin, and Southern Channel Islands. Gain a deeper understanding of Indigenous presence, resilience, and contributions that shape our campus—past and present.
The Common Experience at UCLA
Whether you’re a student, staff member, faculty, or an alum, we welcome you to learn more about the history of the The Common Experience at UCLA and opportunities to participate and shape the program for the year ahead.
Enroll in a Fiat Lux
Enroll in a Fiat Lux Seminar inspired by this year’s Common Experience! These small group, one-unit seminars are designed to explore interdisciplinary ideas and connect what you’re learning to the world around you. True to the University of California’s motto, “Fiat Lux – Let There Be Light,” these seminars illuminate the many pathways of discovery.
For Researchers
UCLA Center for American Indian Studies
The UCLA Center for American Indian Studies brings together 27 affiliated faculty across disciplines, offering robust opportunities for undergraduate and graduate research. Undergraduates can engage in “Working in Tribal Communities” courses and complete a capstone project, while graduate students develop original research in close collaboration with faculty advisors.
Get Involved on Campus
American Indian Student Association, which offers a robust and supportive community that nurtures all students including American Indian, Alaskan Native, and First Nation in their pursuits at UCLA.
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American Indian Student Association
The UCLA American Indian Student Association, offers a robust and supportive community that nurtures all students including American Indian, Alaskan Native, and First Nation in their pursuits at UCLA.
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American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES at UCLA)
UCLA American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES at UCLA) supports American Indian students in pursuing STEM careers while honoring cultural heritage. Through outreach, mentorship, and educational workshops with local and reservation schools, members foster academic growth, cultural pride, and community leadership.
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Bruin Film Society
The Bruin Film Society is UCLA's sole resident undergraduate organization dedicated to screening and showcasing quality cinema from all genres and decades. The organization seeks to promote film cultural awareness, diversity within the medium, and to foster a community that appreciates film both as entertainment and as art. Events include free advance screenings of Oscar contenders, Q&As with talent, and red-carpet opportunities.
Further Reading and Viewing
Explore more videos, articles, and resources designed to help you engage more deeply with the Common Experience!
To Read
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New York Times — "Teaching About the Native American Fight for Representation, Repatriation and Recognition"
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PBS — "How ‘Reservation Dogs’ became a breakthrough hit for Indigenous representation"
