What is pride admit weekend (paw)?

The LGBTQ+ community at UCLA welcomes admitted students to Pride Admit Weekend, a three-day event hosted by UCLA students to learn more about academics, community, and campus life from a student perspective to aid in the college selection process.This event seeks to foster a space of belonging for all LGBTQ+ admits while providing unique experiences focused on identity, affirmation, and empowerment by giving admits the opportunity to connect themselves with UCLA’s LBGTQ+ community, resources, and more. Admits will benefit from tours, alumni networking, and community building among other events as well as form cherished friendships and memories!

The importance of paw

In order to cultivate a diverse and thriving LGBTQIA+ community at UCLA, Pride Admit Weekend aims to create an annual program to welcome LGBTQIA+ and allied prospective students to UCLA to learn about the spaces, resources, and communities that can enhance their college experience. These programs aim to uplift diverse LGBTQIA+ experiences (particularly QTPOC experiences); showcase role models of LGBTQIA+ leadership, advocacy, and success; and build foundational relationships between LGBTQIA+ students and staff.

COVID-19 Advisory

Due to ongoing concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Freshman Pride Admit Weekend will be held for only one day in-person. We appreciate your patience and flexibility as we work to find the safest way to host Pride Admit Weekend (PAW). We are working to minimize risk while still providing you with a meaningful experience.

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