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Bruin Collaborative at UCLA Downtown

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Welcome to UCLA Extension's Dynamic New Learning Space.

UCLA Extension is excited to announce the Bruin Collaborative, a vibrant, versatile and collaborative new learning space in UCLA Downtown, located in the historic core of downtown Los Angeles.

This marks the beginning of a productive new era of community engagement, co-creation and innovation, designed to meet the ever-changing needs of Los Angeles. UCLA is building a learning destination that the people of Los Angeles deserve.

Take a course, attend a workshop, build your network and connect with fellow Angelenos.

Share your ideas and help shape the future of the Bruin Collaborative. 

Check back often to see your feedback come to life.

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Project Management for the Entertainment Industry: Navigating Creativity and Complexity
January 29 - January 30, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Whether you're a producer, coordinator, engineer, or creative lead, this course will equip you with the tools and mindset to lead projects that are both visionary and executable.

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Creative Café: Food & Writing
February 5, 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. | February 6, 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 
Discover inspiring ways to write about food in this brief workshop designed to activate your senses and tantalize your readers.

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7 Wonders of Los Angeles: Engineering Marvels and Project Management Insights
February 11
Explore the engineering and project management behind Los Angeles’s most iconic landmarks—including, for example,SoFi Stadium, the Port of LA, and Intuit Dome. Industry leaders share insights on design innovation, large-scale coordination, and leadership—ideal for construction, engineering, and project management professionals seeking real-world perspectives.

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Real Estate Investing: An Overview
February 20 - March 6
This intensive course is designed for individuals interested in investing in real estate and will provide a foundational primer to assist in making informed investment decisions. Participants will explore: (i) the…

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Stride with Confidence: Mastering High Heels Without the Pain
February 26, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Discover how to walk gracefully in heels while reducing pain, improving posture and balance, and moving with confidence in this research-informed, one-day workshop for adults of all levels. Leave with a personalized “heel-smart” toolkit to protect your spine and own your presence—on stage, on set, or in everyday life. Recommended for dancers, actors, musicians, performers, athletes and anyone who wants to move with confidence and ease.

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In and About The Broad Museum
February 26, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Explore the Broad Museum’s world-class contemporary art collection, its architectural and institutional history, and key works by influential artists such as Warhol, Sherman, Koons, and Walker.

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Creative Writer's Boot Camp: Two Day Workshop
April 23 & 24, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Snap to attention in this practical workshop that helps you craft a productive writing practice, complete with short-term plans for success.

All events take place at:
UCLA Downtown
433 S. Spring St., Los Angeles, CA 90013