UCLA Veteran Resource Center

Juneteenth, officially Juneteenth National Independence Day, is a federal holiday in the United States. It is celebrated annually on June 19 to commemorate the ending of slavery. The holiday’s name is a portmanteau of the words “June” and “nineteenth”, as it was on June 19, 1865, when Major General Gordon Granger ordered the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas at the end of the American Civil War.[8][9] Originating in Galveston, Texas, Juneteenth has since been observed annually in various parts of the United States, often broadly celebrating African-American culture.

Enjoy the summer Bruins. For those taking Summer Session A, the VRC will open on June 24. If you need support before then, email us at [email protected]

The U.S. Army was founded on 14 June 1775, when the Continental Congress authorized enlistment of expert riflemen to serve the United Colonies for one year.

Flag Day is a holiday celebrated on June 14 in the United States. It commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777 by resolution of the Second Continental Congress.

Bruins and incoming students, here are the VRC summer hours. See you on June 24 when we open.

Women Veterans Recognition Day is not a separate Veterans Day for women. The day, celebrated yearly on June 12, recognizes, honors and remembers the signing of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act allowing women the right to permanently serve in the regular armed forces.

Women have served in America’s wars and conflicts throughout our history. They played vital roles in the Revolutionary War, serving as soldiers, raising morale and spying on the enemy. It is known that some even disguised themselves as men to be able to serve.

More than 400 women fought in the Union and Confederate armies during the Civil War. During World War I, about 35,000 women officially served. Women served in lifesaving roles such as nurses, and critical support staff roles such as the Hello Girls, formally known as the Signal Corps Female Telephone Operators Unit. In World War II, 350,000 women served in the U.S. military in occupations such as nursing, military intelligence, cryptography and parachute rigging.

In August 1943, the Women’s Flying Training Detachment (WFTD) and the Women’s Auxiliary Ferrying Squadron (WAFS) merged into a single unit for all women pilots and formed the Women’s Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs). They flew more than 60 million miles in two years. During this time, the 6888th Battalion was formed as the first and only all-Black Women Army Corps (WAC) unit to deploy overseas during WWII. Their nickname was “Six-Triple Eight” and their motto was “No Mail, Low Morale.”

We are cleaning out the fridge to get it ready for Summer Session A. Please remove all personal items by Thursday before 4pm. Remove it or lose it 🫣🤗

To accommodate the high graduation traffic coming to campus, the VRC will be closed for Fri. June 14. If you need support, please contact us at [email protected]

Finish strong Bruins!

The Normandy landings were the landing operations and associated airborne operations on Tuesday, 6 June 1944 of the Allied invasion of Normandy in Operation Overlord during World War II. Codenamed Operation Neptune and often referred to as D-Day, it is the largest seaborne invasion in history.

Touring around LA for classic food places is a great summer activity. Like the Hat who has been around since 1951 for hot pastrami dip sandwiches. Enjoy! 🤙🏽

Our math tutor came up with another tip for your studies. Take advantage of those lecture notes your professor uploads online!

Looking for affordable housing for next year? Want more opportunities to find a community and friends? If yes, the University Cooperative Housing Association, or UCHA, might be for you! This housing option allows all of these things and more! Check out this post and their website ([uchaonline.com]for more info on how to get in on this sweet deal 🏠

One of Dr. Kaner’s research team need an undergraduate research assistant. Our team conduct clinical research on urinary catheter that our team developed that are currently out in the market. We are also looking to further improve the product through material chemistry.

Location: Young Hall
Principle Investigator (PI): Dr. Richard B. Kaner
Contact (POC): Min Kyu Lee, [email protected]
Field: Chemistry
Position: Volunteer for an UCLA undergraduate student
Hours: Flexible

“This too shall pass”

Kristen (Dependent - Army)

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Reminds me that you can make it through the hardest times and they’ll eventually pass. On the other hand, it helps embrace the good times since those will be gone soon too! Everything is about finding the balance in things

I heard it in high school from one of my teachers. Kristen (dependent).

Thanks to our friends at the Ceramic Club at UCLA and instructors:
Jade, Tess, June, Harold

They provided an opportunity for us to experience art hands on.

Also appreciate the support from Operation Hat Trick for the support bringing art and culture programs to the VRC.

The VRC will open on Tuesday, May 28 at 10am. All staff will be spending the morning at the LA National Cemetery Flag Pickup event.

Week 9 Bruins! “Never be limited by other people’s limited imaginations.”

- This quote keeps me focused. It keeps the noise out – whether it’s in academics, the workforce, or in sports.
- I got the quote from a book, _Find Where The Wind Goes._

Lissett (Dependent - Navy)

Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for honoring and mourning the U.S. military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.

Bruins - both Ackerman & Kerckhoff are closed until further notice. More to come as we get updated. If you need support, please contact us at [email protected]

Glad Josh stopped by for a visit today. Love seeing alumni again🤙🏽

Come by today to meet with Krisztina (Career Center) to get job search advice, preparation for professional school tests (mcat, lsat, DAT, etc.). Last Office Hours of the quarter!

How is it week 8 already?! There is a saying: Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift. That is why it is called the present. - Master Oogway, Kung Fu Panda

It reminds me to calm down and not to rush into things/overthink about the future.

Vikki (dependent - Marine Corp ) got the quote from Kung Fu Panda lol

Sometimes we just have to say Thank You in different ways. Images from last night staff appreciation dinner. Appreciate all you do to serve the VRC community!

Last day to RSVP for the VRC Grad Banquet is Friday May 17 by 5pm.

The VRC staff and community will be here when you come to UCLA. Even if it is just for a cup of coffee, ask questions, a place to work, events, meet others and more. Up to you if you want to be part of a community of Veterans, dependents, spouses and survivors 🤙🏼

Saying thanks to Bruce who was fantastic tutor at the VRC. Much appreciation sir 👊🏽

Today is Bruce’s last tutor session. Super excited for him as he has time to transition his family to NoCal for his new job after graduation!

If you need help with math or calculus, please see Aaron Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:30am - 1pm

Thanks for stopping by Addison and Winston. Enjoyed the chat and sharing ideas with you and Winston.

Bruins - needs assistance with your academic accommodations? Contact Addison for services.

Free tickets:
In addition to your free ticket, you will receive a $10 merch credit which will show up on their digital ticket. Please note that the offer is valid while supplies last - they have a limited amount of seats.

See match details below:
Kickoff at May 26th 3:00 PM
Dignity Health Sports Park
Gates open at 2:00 PM