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- The Big Bang Theory Scholars Society
- The Big Bang Theory Scholars Society is a growing multitude of highly driven students in STEM related fields, that has received scholarships from The Big Bang Theory Scholarship Endowment. The Endowment was funded and created by The Big Bang Theory, its cast and crew members, and Chuck Lorre Family Foundation. The Big Bang Theory Scholars Society will strive to give back to the community through community service, to use the scholarship and its benefits to propel the scholars forward into their respective careers, and to establish a close-knit community amongst the scholars that will extend many years beyond their undergraduate years.
- City Lab at UCLA
- CityLab is a science educational program run by UCLA undergraduate and graduate students to introduce high school students in the Los Angeles area to the rapidly developing world of biotechnology through hands on laboratory experience.
- UCLA CTSI Research Associates Program
- The UCLA CTSI Research Associates Program (CTSI-RAP) provides undergraduate UCLA students with the opportunity to gain exposure to hospital-based medicine as well as clinical research in an academic medical center. The program also builds a stronger support infrastructure for the research initiatives of UCLA faculty physicians and investigators. Research associates play a key role in the implementation and integrity of research protocols in which they are involved. They are also given the opportunity to make rounds with medical teams, observe common procedures, and experience didactic teaching sessions during the course of their research days.
- CURE at UCLA (Collaboration in Undergraduate Research Enrichment)
- CURE at UCLA is an organization of undergraduate researchers who are dedicated to improving the undergraduate research experience. CURE aims to provide students with the resources and mentorship that they need to succeed through the implementation of an internal curriculum where members are paired with an experienced mentor and external workshops that are open to all students. CURE integrates resources and information from student organizations, faculty, and the Undergraduate Research Center to provide students with a comprehensive and cohesive guide to approaching undergraduate research.
- Life Sciences Student Association
- The Life Sciences Student Association (LSSA) is an innovative, collaborative and inclusive community that provides UCLA Life Sciences students with various resources, and opportunities, and most importantly, a voice in their education. LSSA's ten committees are powerhouses that aim to impact all facets of a life sciences student’s experience, which includes research, programming to curriculum, and professional and career development. LSSA enable students to best utilize their undergraduate experience in order to prepare them to make an impact in interdisciplinary life sciences careers, not just traditional career paths. Above all, LSSA strives to provide all students with a community.
- UCLA Pre-Veterinary Society
- UCLA's Pre-Vet Society is a student-run organization that strives to support and mentor prospective veterinary students. Join every other Tuesday (of odd weeks) for presentations on vet school apps and careers in the field, or check our events page for information on guest speakers and other workshops.
- PULSAR (Phd and Undergraduate Life Scientists in Academic Research)
- The PhD and Undergraduate Life Scientists in Academic Research (PULSAR) organization strives to build a sense of community in which undergraduates can connect and present their research in the life sciences with others with the direction of graduate student mentors. PULSAR aims to support undergraduate research scientists from non-traditional and underrepresented backgrounds in order to create a diverse and equitable environment. Undergraduates with no research experience, but with an interest in science, are encouraged to join.
- SACNAS at UCLA (Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science)
- SACNAS at UCLA is part of the SACNAS National Organization. Both the National Organization and the Chapter are dedicated to fostering the success of Chicano/Latino, Native American and other scientists belonging to underrepresented groups from college students to professionals. Success being measured as the attainment of advanced science degrees, science careers, and positions of scientific leadership. While the National Organization focuses on the students and professionals currently in science academics and careers, the Chapter aims to increase the pool of students entering the science education and career pipeline. SACNAS does so through various outreach efforts that target grades K-12 in the Los Angeles area. SACNAS' outreach efforts help a new generation of students begin to identify as scientists and bring awareness of and access to postsecondary and higher science education.
- UCLA Undergraduate Science Journal
- The UCLA Undergraduate Science Journal is a peer-reviewed publication registered with the Library of Congress, featuring top-quality research performed by UCLA undergraduates in all STEM fields, including life sciences, engineering, statistics, physics, mathematics, and computer science. The Journal aims to provide a multidisciplinary platform that allows students to publish their research and engage with the larger research community at UCLA and also involves students with the peer review process. Submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous peer review and publication process run completely by undergraduates.
