What is pride admit weekend (paw)?
The LGBTQ+ community at UCLA welcomes admitted students to Pride Admit
Weekend, a three-day hybrid event hosted by UCLA students to learn more about
academic, financial, and mental health resources as well as community, and campus life
from a queer 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 allowing them to
connect themselves with UCLA’s LGBTQ+ organizations, resources, and more. Admits
will benefit from workshops from University employees, alumni networking, and
community building among other events. Through PAW, you will form cherished
friendships and a sense of belonging at UCLA. For more information, visit our website
(https://uclaprideadmit.weebly.com), follow our instagram @uclaprideadmit,or contact us
at [email protected].
Weekend, a three-day hybrid event hosted by UCLA students to learn more about
academic, financial, and mental health resources as well as community, and campus life
from a queer 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 allowing them to
connect themselves with UCLA’s LGBTQ+ organizations, resources, and more. Admits
will benefit from workshops from University employees, alumni networking, and
community building among other events. Through PAW, you will form cherished
friendships and a sense of belonging at UCLA. For more information, visit our website
(https://uclaprideadmit.weebly.com), follow our instagram @uclaprideadmit,or contact us
at [email protected].
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The importance of pawIn 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.
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program modality
For 2024, PAW will be in person for one day on April 13th, and virtual on April 12th and April 14th. Please contact us with any questions at [email protected]
