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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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Actors Weekly Workout
Tuesdays, October 7 - December 9, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Join us for a one-hour, midday session open to all levels—perfect for your lunch break! Designed to refresh and energize, this class features warm-ups, acting exercises, cold readings, monologues, and scene work, all in a supportive environment where you can express yourself, grow, and advance your craft.

 

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Hospitality Panel: Personalization Using AI
December 10, 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Discover how AI-driven personalization is transforming customer service across industries by blending high-tech innovation with high-touch experiences.

Los Angeles Central Library

Art Deco Splendors of DTLA: Central library
January 23, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In this course, we explore the Los Angeles Central Library.

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Project Management for the Entertainment Industry: Navigating Creativity and Complexity
Thursday | Friday, January 29 - January 30, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 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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7 Wonders of Los Angeles: Engineering Marvels and Project Management Insights
Wednesday | 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.

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