Writing Success Program at UCLA

09/08/2024

Oftentimes I hear people say, “you really need to take care of yourself.” For a long time, I didn’t actually know what that entailed, but I’ve recently realized that self-care can be anything that brings you peace and reassurance.Self-care comes in many different fonts for me. When I’m stressed, sometimes I like to turn off my brain and read. I know that sounds contradicting, but the quality of the things I am reading is not the best....

Oftentimes I hear people say, “you really need to take care of yourself.” For a long time, I didn’t actually know what that entailed, but I’ve recently realized that self-care can be anything that …

09/07/2024

Happy Film Friday! I recently rewatched Soul. The first time, it didn’t leave a lasting impression. It wasn’t that I disliked the film; it just faded from my memory and echoed a significance I didn’t grasp. The second time was different. I’m not sure what changed. Maybe I’ve been reflecting on my own life more and whether I’m living my life as intended....

Happy Film Friday! I recently rewatched Soul. The first time, it didn’t leave a lasting impression. It wasn’t that I disliked the film; it just faded from my memory and echoed a significance I…

07/30/2024

To me, community is support, comfort, and safety. As a Staff Assistant at the Community Programs Office I find myself advocating for services that support students, help them feel safe, and advocate for spaces that provide safety. One way I have demonstrated leadership and service to my community is by making the free resources we offer known to classmates. Whenever it is midterm season or we have a group project for a class....

To me, community is support, comfort, and safety. As a Staff Assistant at the Community Programs Office I find myself advocating for services that support students, help them feel safe, and advocat…

07/27/2024

Census.gov states that as of 2022, Latinos make up 13% of Kansas’s population. That is a 3% increase since 2010 according to the Topeka Capital Journal. This gradual increase reflects my own experience growing up in a Latino enclave within the state of Kansas. Our neighborhood was a vibrant pocket of cultural heritage, with a carniceria down the street from my house and a school predominantly Latino....

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Census.gov states that as of 2022, Latinos make up 13% of Kansas’s population. That is a 3% increase since 2010 according to the Topeka Capital Journal. This gradual increase reflects my own experi…

07/26/2024

After choosing to commute my first year and not being moved off the waitlist to dorm my second year, it was really tough for me to even try to make connections on campus. I would not talk to anyone at all and just go straight home after my classes. This year, I decided to apply to CPO and it has really changed the connection I have with my community....

After choosing to commute my first year and not being moved off the waitlist to dorm my second year, it was really tough for me to even try to make connections on campus. I would not talk to anyone…

07/25/2024

To me, community represents a close knit group of individuals united by shared values and goals, dedicated to encouraging and supporting each other. Throughout my journey of demonstrating leadership and serving my community, I have actively participated in various initiatives that have made a positive impact on those around me. One notable aspect of my community service is my role as a mentor through the Leadership Education and Advancement Program (LEAP)....

To me, community represents a close knit group of individuals united by shared values and goals, dedicated to encouraging and supporting each other. Throughout my journey of demonstrating leadershi…

07/24/2024

To me, community means being surrounded by people, spaces, and environments where you truly feel seen and deeply understood. It's a gathering of people who share common goals and visions, coming together to create a place where we all feel a genuine sense of belonging and support. As a 20-year-old Black, Samoan, and Chinese bisexual individual from a long line of poverty, I belong to multiple communities....

To me, community means being surrounded by people, spaces, and environments where you truly feel seen and deeply understood. It’s a gathering of people who share common goals and visions, com…

07/23/2024

Personally, community is the intersection between feelings of belonging and infrastructure that aims to bring individuals together. I would define my community as the Asian American and q***r communities. I view writing as a tool for social change which is why I focus on social inequities in my journalism and creative work. I attempt to highlight underrepresented narratives from my community, especially by amplifying the voices of those who live within the margins of the margins....

Personally, community is the intersection between feelings of belonging and infrastructure that aims to bring individuals together. I would define my community as the Asian American and q***r commu…

12/05/2022

Hello Bruins! WSP will be offering drop-ins during finals week! 📝 Walk in at SAC105 Mon-Thurs of finals week to get help with your final papers! Good luck! ✨📚

11/18/2022

WSP is proud to present its second workshop of the quarter! Join us next Tuesday (11/22) from 4-6 pm for our Resume and Cover Letter Workshop. The counselors have prepared a brief presentation with top tips on how to expertly format and develop your resume and cover letter. Attend for the chance to win a FREE HydroFlask! We can’t wait to see you all there!

10/11/2022

Hello UCLA! Join WSP for our first workshop of the academic year. Come learn the basics of how to write an academic paper. Perfect for new students, transfers, or anyone who wants to learn more about what your professors are looking for! We’ll cover prompts, thesis statements, how to pick the right tone, and much more.

Come meet the staff, get your questions answered, and get a chance to win some of our raffle prizes. See you there!

10/05/2022

New WSP drop-in hours are here! While we’re still setting up the booking system for our new counselors, feel free to drop by the office in SAC 105 for help with your resumes, first papers, or any other piece of writing. We’re happy to help! ⭐️