UCLA graduates had a celebratory dinner courtesy of the Senior Advisor and Chief Program Director at the UCLA chapter of Dialogue Society
May 22, 2024
Personal Development Event: Storytelling through Data
Hosted by Dialogue Society Alumni.
Speaker: Mark Nguyen
UCLA Alum: Double-major in Applied Mathematics and Cognitive Science
Further Education: MBA in Strategy and Technology from UCI
Tech Experience: Moved to Silicon Valley, contributed to a startup, and worked at Salesforce
Current Role: Leading Insights and Data Analytics at Chipotle
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Virtual on Zoom
6-7 PM
In collaboration with TechUp
TechUp is a nonprofit organization that aims to bridge the gap between citizens experiencing homelessness and the ever-increasing digitized workforce. They develop curriculums that educate clients, particularly individuals experiencing homelessness or returning from incarceration, about the fundamentals of how to navigate a computer. In doing so, TechUp provides a more comprehensive solution to digital inequity to the populations in need.
Piedmont Senior Apartments, EngAGE
Saturday, May 11, 2024
USC team celebrated the end of their fruitful semester at Mercado la paloma (holbox) and they celebrated their seniors and graduates with a nice surprise gift.
Saturday, May 4, 2024
10-11 AM
In collaboration with USC Brain Exercise Initiative (BEI).
Aimed at improving cognitive functions and preventing memory loss through various brain exercise activities.
Volunteers were also challenged by the Piedmont chair volleyball team to play a few friendly games of chair volleyball with older adults at this event. After two rounds of students vs. the “professionals”, they created two intergenerational mixed teams with half students and half residents.
Piedmont Senior Apartments, EngAGE.
April 27, 2024
10 AM – 12:30 PM
In collaboration with USC Professor Julie M. Albright and the civic learning class at Cal State LA delivering informative presentations and gifting free tablets to all residents.
Piedmont Senior Apartments, EngAGE.
April 14, 2024
10 AM – 12:30 PM
The filming continues. The second featured Piedmont resident to be interviewed on camera was the renowned jazz musician Jesse Sharps. Jesse talked about growing up, his experiences as a musician traveling all over the world, and how music is a unifying force that brings people from many cultures and generations together.
Saturday, April 13, 2024
In collaboration with USC Everyday Responder Project (ERP) team.
Effective strategies for responding to emergency situations as bystanders. Attendees gained hands-on experience in first aid procedures, including blood control and CPR.
General Meeting #6
Monday, April 8, 2024
7-8 PM
General Meeting #5
Monday, March 25, 2024
Mindfulness | Study | Relaxation Session
Monday February 26, 2024
Thursday, February 22, 2024
In collaboration with USC Student Gerontology Association (SGA)
The future of gerontology in China: Prospects, job opportunities, and an analysis of the senior market
Special thank you to the speaker for providing our members with Peking Duck.
Monday, February 2, 2024
College Crash Course: Budgeting 101
Hosted by UCLA Alumni with MBA and working in finance. Financial Wellness literacy tailored for college students.
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Virtual on Zoom
7-8 PM
Thursday, January 25, 2024
This session marked a milestone in the passion project journey. The team kicked off phase 3 with their first on-camera interview featuring Stephanie from Piedmont, who shared her life stories, career journey, and priceless advice for the younger generation.
Saturday, January 20, 2024
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
7-8 PM
Visiting Piedmont Senior Apartments residents to conduct individual interviews who had signed up to participate in the Passion Project. Each interview lasted 20 minutes.
December 9, 2023
In collaboration with USC Gerontechnology Club.
With special thanks to Professor Julie M. Albright and the civic learning class at Cal State LA for delivering informative presentations and gifting free tablets to all residents.
Piedmont Senior Apartments, EngAGE.
Saturday, November 11, 2023
10AM – 1 PM
In collaboration with DIG Student Garden at UCLA
Produce from DIG goes to the CPO Food Closet at UCLA. Workshop about gardening basics, composting, and sustainability practices.
DS team planned to join DIG in their picking event on Sunday December 3rd, at Mesa Lawn for a stress-relieving activity.
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
6:30 PM
Passion Project is a new intergenerational non-profit project under the Senior Outreach Program of Dialogue Society at UCLA focused on capturing the essence of older adults’ talents and skills, whether in arts and crafts of in sharing wisdom with the general public.
The team plans to use this project to fight against intergenerational stereotypes and aims to film and create short videos/episodes featuring older adults in hopes of transforming the stereotypical view about aging into something completely different, including integrity, independence, and, most importantly, a sense of purpose.
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Temescal Canyon Park
November 5, 2023
Tuesday, October 10. 2023
August 31, 2023
6:30-7:30 PM
Dialogue Society at USC kicked off the year with a virtual interest meeting.
Thursday August 24, 2023
Enormous Activities Fair
September 28, 2023
Honored to attend the VERY FIRST President’s Banquet hosted by Chancellor Block and USAC. The of the event was “A Blank Canvas.” UCLA chapter of Dialogue Society was recognized for community service and outreach efforts.
June 26, 2023
June 5, 2023
May 6, 2023
Saturday April 29, 2023
All chapters of Dialogue Society and collaborators celebrated a significant milestone marking all the achievements and successes of their student-run programs. Annual chapter reports were presented at this event.
Saturday April 29, 2023
Annual joint chapter reports were presented at the Dialogue Society Recognition Ceremony.
In collaboration with USC Kidney Disease Screening and Prevention Program (KDSAP).
Piedmont Senior Apartments, EngAGE.
April 8, 2023
In collaboration with ORBIT club from Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC.
Oral Hygiene Event.
April 1, 2023
Huntington Beach
February 20, 2023
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on The Second Life of Mirielle West by Amanda Skenandore
January 25th at 4:30-5:30 PM Chapter 1 – Chapter 35
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Zoom Link: https://uci.zoom.us/j/98201002415
January 24, 2023
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on The Second Life of Mirielle West by Amanda Skenandore
January 11h at 4:30-5:30 PM Chapter 36 – Epilogue
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Zoom Link: https://uci.zoom.us/j/98201002415
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on The Family Upstairs by Lisa Jewell
December 14th at 4:30-5:30 PM Part 3 – Part 4
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Zoom Link: https://uci.zoom.us/j/98201002415
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on The Family Upstairs by Lisa Jewell
November 30th at 4:30-5:30 PM Prologue – Part 2
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Zoom Link: https://uci.zoom.us/j/98201002415
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave
November 16th at 4:30-5:30 PM Chapter 22 – 41
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Zoom Link: https://uci.zoom.us/j/98201002415
In collaboration with National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) at USC.
November 14, 2022
In collaboration with ORBIT club from Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC.
Oral Hygiene Event.
November 6, 2022
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave
November 2nd at 4:30-5:30 PM Prologue – Chapter 21
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Zoom Link: https://uci.zoom.us/j/98201002415
In collaboration with Salus and Advocates for Healthy Aging.
Piedmont Senior Apartments, EngAGE
October 29, 2022
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on The People We Keep by Allison Larkin
October 19th at 4:30-5:30 PM Chapter 37 – 72
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Zoom Link: https://uci.zoom.us/j/98201002415
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on The People We Keep by Allison Larkin
October 5th at 4:30-5:30 PM Chapter 1 – 36
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Zoom Link: https://uci.zoom.us/j/98201002415
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman
September 21th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapter 21 – Epilogue)
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Zoom Link: https://uci.zoom.us/j/98201002415
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman
September 7th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapter 1 – 20)
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Zoom Link: https://uci.zoom.us/j/98201002415
August 30, 2022
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes
August 24th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapter 15 – 28)
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Zoom Link: https://uci.zoom.us/j/98201002415
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes
August 10th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapter 1 – 14)
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Zoom Link: https://uci.zoom.us/j/98201002415
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on The Authenticity Project by Clare Pooley.
July 27th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapter 39 (Monica) – Epilogue)
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Zoom Link: https://uci.zoom.us/j/98201002415
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on The Authenticity Project by Clare Pooley.
July 13th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapter 1 (Monica) – Chapter 38 (Hazard))
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Zoom Link: https://uci.zoom.us/j/98201002415
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on The Impossible Truths of Love by Hannah Beckerman.
June 29th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Pages 141-282)
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on The Impossible Truths of Love by Hannah Beckerman.
June 15th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Pages 1-141)
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on Klara and The Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro.
June 1st at 4:30-5:30 PM (Parts 4– 6)
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on Klara and The Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro.
May 18th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Parts 1– 3)
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on Endurance: Shakleton’s Incredible Voyage by Alfred Lansing.
May 4th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Parts 4 – 7)
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
In collaboration with AHA and Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
Total kits prepared: 728
April 29, 2022
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on Endurance: Shakleton’s Incredible Voyage by Alfred Lansing.
April 20th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Parts 1 – 3)
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Club Social at Santa Monica Beach
April 16, 2022
In collaboration with PAWS LA and AHA
April 13, 2022
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on Murder at the Book Club by Betsy Reavley.
April 6th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 13-24)
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
In collaboration with ORBIT club from Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC.
Oral Hygiene Event
Ivy Park at Culver City
March 19, 2022
Join DS at UCI for a captivating dialogue on Murder at the Book Club by Betsy Reavley.
March 16th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 12-24)
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
March 12, 2022
Virtual Storytelling Event #2
March 5, 2022
Join DS at UCI for an intriguing dialogue on The Judge’s List by John Grisham.
March 2nd at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 24-46)
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Join DS at UCI for an intriguing dialogue on The Judge’s List by John Grisham.
February 16th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 1-23)
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Spring Involvement Fair
February 9, 2022
Join DS at UCI for an engaging dialogue on The Whistler by John Grisham. We are especially excited for this book, and the book after, as it will be our first time covering a series in our book club!
February 2nd at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 22-42)
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Join DS at UCI for an engaging dialogue on The Whistler by John Grisham. We are especially excited for this book, and the book after, as it will be our first time covering a series in our book club!
January 19th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 1-21)
Dial in Number: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 98201002415
Join DS at UCI to discuss A Long Walk To Water.
Chapters 1-18
January 5th, 2022 at 4:30-5:30 PM
Virtual event.
December 18th, 2021, at 2 PM.
Belmont Senior Village in Westwood
In-person event.
December 13th, 2021, at 2 PM
Come join Dialogue Society as we learn how to draw. Anyone can join regardless of art skill! All you need is a few pieces of paper and a pencil!
Saturday, December 11 at 2:30-3:30 PM
Zoom Meeting ID: 936 3198 5203
Passcode: 087505
Astronomy Workshop [In-person]
EngAGE at Piedmont
Friday, December 10th, 2021. 3 PM PT.
Join DS at UCI for an intriguing dialogue on The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman.
December 8th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 5-8)
Virtual Session
Final Meeting of Fall Semester
Monday, November 29th, 2021. 6-7 PM PT.
Join DS at UCI for an intriguing dialogue on The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman.
November 24th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 1-4)
Astronomy Workshop [In-person]
Belmont Senior Living Village at Westwood
Monday, November 22nd, 2021. 3:30 PM PT.
In Collaboration with UCLA Chapter
Scam Prevention Workshop [In-person]
EngAGE at Piedmont
November 20th, 2021. 3:30 PM PT.
Collaboration with UCLA Chapter
Virtual Event
Friday, November 19th, 10-11:30 AM PT
In Collaboration with UCLA Chapter
Scam Prevention Workshop [In-person]
Belmont Senior Village in Westwood
November 19th, 2021. 1:30 PM PT.
Virtual Session
Monday, November 15th, 2021. 6-7 PM PT.
Join DS at UCI for an engaging dialogue on The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot.
November 10th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 20-38)
Virtual Session
Monday, November 1, 2021. 6-7 PM PT.
Join DS at UCI for an engaging dialogue on The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot.
October 27th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 1-19)
Virtual Session
Monday, October 18th, 2021. 6-7 PM PT
Join DS at UCI for a riveting dialogue on Hallowe’en Party by Agatha Christie.
October 13th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 14-27)
Join DS at UCI for a riveting dialogue on Hallowe’en Party by Agatha Christie.
September 29th at 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 1-13)
Virtual Session
Friday, September 24th, 2021. 7-8 PM PT
Join DS at UCI where during the month of September, we will be discussing The Sittaford Mystery.
September 15 @ 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 16-31)
September 2nd, 2021.
6-8 PM PT
Join DS at UCI where during the month of September, we will be discussing The Sittaford Mystery.
September 1 @ 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 1-15)
Join DS at UCI where during the month of September, we will be discussing The Sittaford Mystery.
August 18 @ 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 6-10)
Join DS at UCI where during the month of September, we will be discussing The Sittaford Mystery.
August 4 @ 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 1-5)
Join DS at UCI where during the month of July, we will be discussing White Fang.
July 21 @ 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 14-25)
Join DS at UCI where during the month of July, we will be discussing White Fang.
July 7 @ 4:30-5:30 PM (Chapters 1-13)
Come join Dialogue Society at UCI where during the month of June, we will be discussing The Westing Game.
Second Meeting: June 23, 4:30 – 5:30 PM (Chapters 16-30)
Join via Zoom
Come join Dialogue Society at UCI where during the month of June, we will be discussing The Westing Game.
First Meeting: June 9, 4:30 – 5:30 PM (Chapter 1-15)
Join via Zoom
Come join Dialogue Society at UCI where during the month of May, we will be discussing A Study in Scarlet.
Second Meeting: May 26, 4:30 – 5:30 PM (Chapters 8-14)
Join us for a discussion on how to stay safe on the internet and to recognize and avoid frauds and scams that have become even more widespread during the pandemic.
May 23, 2021, at 11 am – 12 pm PST
Join us for a relaxing art tutorial session. Come draw with us! Please bring a pencil, a few pieces of regular paper, color pencils, and an eraser. No prior experience is necessary.
May 15, 2021, at 2-3 pm PST
Come join Dialogue Society at UCI where during the month of May, we will be discussing A Study in Scarlet.
First Meeting: May 12, 4:30 – 5:30 PM (Chapter 1-7)
Come join Dialogue Society at UCLA for a fun Origami session! Please bring scissors, a few pieces of square paper and/or colorful origami paper. No prior experience is necessary.
May 8, 2021, 3-4 pm PST
Come join Dialogue Society at UCI where during the month of April, we will be discussing The Ocean at the End of the Lane!
April 28, 4:30 – 5:30 PM
Come join Dialogue Society at UCI where during the month of April, we will be discussing The Ocean at the End of the Lane!
April 14, 4:30 – 5:30 PM
Come join Dialogue Society at UCI where during the month of March, we will be discussing And Then There Were None.
March 31, 4:30 – 5:30 PM
Come join Dialogue Society at UCI where during the month of March, we will be discussing And Then There Were None.
March 17, 4:30 – 5:30 PM
Come join Dialogue Society at UCI in our bi-monthly virtual book club where during the month of February, we will be discussing Call of the Wild by Jack London.
Mar. 3, 2021
4:30-5:30 PM
Join Dialogue Society at UCLA for an intriguing workshop on how sometimes our brains function in unexpected ways.
Feb. 19, 11 AM- 12 PM
Come join Dialogue Society at UCI in our bi-monthly virtual book club where during the month of February, we will be discussing Call of the Wild by Jack London.
Feb. 17, 2021
4:30-5:30 PM
Come join Dialogue Society at UCLA for a fun Origami session.
Legend has it if you fold a thousand cranes, you’ll be granted a wish!
Feb. 14, 11 AM – 12 PM
Come join Dialogue Society at UCI where during the month of January, we will be discussing Lord of the Flies by William Golding.
February 3, 2021
4:30-5:30 PM
Come join Dialogue Society at UCI where during the month of January, we will be discussing Lord of the Flies by William Golding
January 20, 2021
4:30-5:30 PM
Come join Dialogue Society at UCI in our bi-monthly discussions! During the month of December, we will be talking about Amy Ton’s novel The Joy Luck Club.
Jan. 6, 2021
4:30-5:30PM
January 4, 2021
UCI Event: Impact of Stress on Longevity
Join Dialogue Society at UCI to learn about the relationship between stress and aging. Presented by our faculty advisor at UCI, Dr. Mahtab Jafari.
Dec. 18, 10-11 AM
Presentation at Regents Point
Come join Dialogue Society at UCI in our bi-monthly discussions! During the month of December, we will be talking about Amy Ton’s novel The Joy Luck Club.
Dec. 16, 2020
4:30-5:30 PM
Join Dialogue Society at UCLA for a day full of talents! This session will consist of musical performances, live art tutorial segments, and more! Our talented students will play music and show off their artistic abilities!
December 5, 2020
1-2:30 PM (PST)
Come join Dialogue Society at UCI to learn how food choices affect inflammation, oxydation, and glycation, processes that accelerate aging. Presented by Dr. Mahtab Jafari: Professor at UCI and Faculty Advisor of the Dialogue Society at University of California, Irvine.
December 4th, 10-11AM
Presentation at Regents Point
Join Dialogue Society at UCI in a discussion about our current book, Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck.
December 2, 2020
4:30-5:30 PM
Join Dialogue Society at UCLA for an Origami event and learn how to fold papers according to this ancient Japanese art.
Nov. 21, 3-4 PM (PST)
Virtual Event
Join Dialogue Society at UCI in a discussion about our current book, Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck.
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
4:30-5:30 PM.
Virtual Event
Art of Connecting
Thr, October 22, 2020
1:00-2:00 PM
Virtual Event
We will be meeting to dialogue, discover, and develop.
Wednesday, October 15, 2020
4-5 PM.
Virtual Event
Join Dialogue Society at UCI in a discussion about our current book. Our discussion will focus on Chapter 5 through the end of the book. However, it is not necessary to complete the book to participate. Our meeting will take place on Google Meet. Email or Call us to sign up.
Wednesday, October 7th
4-5 PM
Virtual Event
Join us to discuss this month’s book. We will be discussing The Great Gatsby, chapters 1-5.
Wednesday, September 23rd
4-5 PM
Virtual Event
Let’s Be Nuts About Nutrition! In this event, we will be talking nutritions.
Tue, September 15, 2020
4:00-5:00 PM
Virtual Event
Join us to discuss this months’s book. We will be discussing The Little Prince from chapter 14 to the end of the book. If you need resources on finding the book or would like a free PDF version, please contact us.
Wednesday, September 9th
4-5 PM
Virtual Event
Magic? No, It’s Science! In this fun and engaging event, we will do science!
Tue, September 8, 2020
4:00-5:00 PM
Virtual Event
In this event, we will be discussing the topic of Traveling Through Time and Around the World.
Tue, September 1, 2020
4:00-5:00 PM
Virtual Event
Join us on Wednesday, August 26th, From 4-5 PM to discuss our first book: The little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. We will be discussing the book up to Chapter 14. If you need resources on finding the book, would like a free PDF version or need help with logging into Google Meet, please contact us and we’ll be happy to assist!
Wednesday, August 26th
From 4-5 PM
Visual Event
In this hands-on event, we will be exploring: Origami.
Tue, August 25, 2020
4:00-5:00 PM
Virtual Event
In this event, we will be discussing the topic of Astronomy: I Just Need Some SPACE!
Tue, August 18, 2020
4:00-5:00 PM
Virtual Event
Join Dialogue Society for an engaging discussion. We will get to know each other, pick a book for the month and discuss our upcoming meeting. Meeting will take place on Google Meet twice a month and last one hour each.
Wednesday, August 12
4—5PM
Visual Event
In this event we will be discussing the topic of Visiting Japan.
Tue, August 11, 2020
4:00-5:00 PM
Virtual Event
In this event. we will be discussing How to Find Accurate Information.
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
4:00-5:00 PM
Virtual Event
We will be meeting to dialogue, discover, and develop.
Fri., May 29, 2020
5-6 PM
Virtual Event
We will be meeting to dialogue, discover, and develop.
Fri., May 22, 2020
11-12 PM and 5-6 PM
Virtual Event
We will be meeting to dialogue, discover, and develop.
Fri, May 15, 2020
11-12 PM and 5-6 PM
Virtual Event
We will be meeting to dialogue, discover and develop.
Fri, May 8, 2020
11-12 PM and 5-6 PM
Virtual Event
We will be meeting to dialogue, discover and develop.
Fri, May 1, 2020
11-12 PM and 5-6 PM
Virtual Event
We will be meeting to dialogue, discover and develop.
Fri, April 24, 2020
11-12 PM and 5-6 PM
Virtual Event
A film screening and interactive discussion with Auctus Productions, a New York based independent film production company. Moderated by actor and renowned thespian, Mark Capri.
Fri, March 6, 2020
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM PST
Dodd Hall, Room 121
After viewing a few short and inspiring films, there will be an interactive discussion with Auctus Productions, covering the technical, logistical, and creative challenges of producing short documentaries and running a New York based independent film production company.
Thu, March 5, 2020
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM PST
The Paul Merage School of Business
Auditorium, Room 1200
4293 Pereira Drive
Irvine, CA 92697
In Connecting through Technology event, we will be discussing how to get the most out of your phone.
Tuesday, February 11th
1-2:30 PM
Lakeview Senior Center
We LOVED having our incredibly talented UCLA swing dancers perform and dance with the seniors at our NoHo event last Saturday! Thank you for the amazing work and effort! We all had a BLAST!
Feb, 8, 2020
1-3PM
From the senior outreach program series. Yet another event to engage with seniors.
Mon, Feb 3, 2020
6:00-8:00 PM
Location TBD
In this senior outreach event, we will be presenting tips and tricks on how to use common technologies.
Mon, November 18, 2019
6:00-8:00 PM
In this meeting, we will be discussing the plans for this quarter and the future.
Sunday, November 17, 2019
11:30 AM-1 PM
Hershey Hall Room 164
In this meeting, we will be discussing the plans for this quarter and the future.
Mon, November 18, 2019 & Tue, November 12, 2019
6:00-8:00 PM
In this meeting, we will be discussing the plans for this quarter and the future.
Monday, November 4, 2019
6:00-7:00 PM
Bunche Hall 3164
In this meeting, we will be discussing the plans for this quarter and the future.
Mon, October 22, 2019
6:00-7:00 PM PDT
Donald Bren Hall 1429
Join us for our first session of the quarter to learn more about Dialogue Society and its new direction, socialize, meet our new program members, chat with our faculty advisor, and have snacks!
Mon, October 21, 2019
6:00 PM-7:00 PM PDT
Bunche Hall Room 3164
In this meeting, we will be discussing the plans for this quarter and the future.
Tue, October 15, 2019
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PDT
DBH 1429 (Donald Bren Hall)
Finals are just around the corner and stress levels are high so a night of pure relaxation and fun to recharge before finals would not go amiss! Join us on Thursday, May 30 at 6 pm in Royce 150 for a fun-filled Game Night!
Thu, May 30, 2019
6:00 PM-7:00 PM PDT
Royce Hall 150
As you all gear up studying for finals, we thought what better way to help you de-stress than hanging out with some puppies! Join us in Aldrich Park again and bring your furry friend if you have one (all dogs are welcome).
Tue, May 28, 2019
6:00 PM-7:00 PM PDT
Aldrich Park across ALP
Successful Failures, these two words are not usually used together. Come to our session to find out why they can and should be! Of course, it wouldn’t be a true Dialogue Society session without pizza and drinks!
Thu, May 16, 2019
6:00 PM-7:00 PM PDT
Haines A20
We’re going to show you how to de-stress with yoga on the grass in Aldrich Park! Please come join us and bring your friends (because friends don’t let friends skip yoga). We’ll provide the mats and the yummy snacks.
Tue, May 7th, 2019
6:00 PM-7:00 PM PDT
Aldrich Park
We have all heard about the importance of positive thinking, but have we paid enough attention to the detrimental effects of negative thinking? Join us on Thursday, April 25th at 6 pm in Haines A76 for an enlightening session filled with stimulating dialogue and tasty snacks. Make and take home your very own custom-made Optimism Box designed to help you focus on the positive!
Thu, April 25, 2019
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PDT
Room A76
Haines Hall
Stress much? Join us for an amazing session that focuses on fun and productive ways to reduce stress. Of course, we will be providing some comfort food- pizza!
Tue, April 16, 2019
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PDT
Next week we have a special treat for you: a guest speaker who is a financial advisor and earned his MBA from UCI to offer expert tips on budgeting. You will also learn the 5 Rules of Investing to help you save even more money! You won’t want to miss the expert tips (or the snacks).
Tue, March 12, 2019
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM PDT
McGaugh Hall, Room 1246
We have the privilege of hosting yet another guest speaker for our last session of the quarter. We will be joined by UCLA Alumni Dr. Elizabeth Burke-Maynard who is currently an Adjunct Professor at the University of the West and specializes in mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and stress reduction.
Mon, March 4, 2019
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PST
Haines Hall A76
Did you know that 70% of college students are stressed about finances? Don’t worry though, we found a way to help reduce some of the stress. In our second session of the quarter, we will talk about all the credit cards, bank accounts, and loans that are tailored for you aka students! Yes, financial institutions care about you and have many products to help you save $$. You won’t want to miss the Pro Tips. (Nor the snacks.)
Tue, February 12, 2019
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM PST
McGaugh Hall — Room 1246
Remember when we said we had a surprise for you this quarter? Get ready for MOVIE NIGHT! Nominated for 8 Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actress, A Star Is Born is one of the most lauded films of 2018. We invite you to watch (or re-watch) the strong performances of Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper with us on Thursday, February 7th, in Rolfe 3121 at 6 pm. Popcorn and candy included for the ultimate movie-watching experience! The movie starts at 6 pm sharp, so we suggest you plan to arrive a little earlier to give yourself enough time to grab snacks and make yourself comfortable. Please make sure to register as seats are limited. Friends are more than welcome to tag along.Thu, February 7, 2019
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM PST
Rolfe Hall Courtyard — Room 3121
It’s that time of the quarter where we all experience stress. So, we have you covered. Goodbye stress. Hello, music! Music is a great way to get “in tune” with yourself and many people turn to it for stress relief. Mindfully listening to music is also a great way to refresh minds and improve productivity at school. Join us on Monday, February 4th at 6 pm in Haines A76 for a fun-filled session with a musical performance followed by a group musical activity. We will be having a “Make Your Own Trail Mix” bar so you can customize your snack to your liking. Friends are welcome as always.
Mon, February 4, 2019
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PST
Haines Hall — Room A76
This year 53% of people had a finance-related new year’s resolution, and we decided to join them. This quarter we will be talking all things personal finance because we know, as students, that is high on our to-do lists. Join us for some practical financial management tips, free snacks and surprise freebies!
Tue, January 15, 2019
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM PST
McGaugh Hall 1246
What kind of shoes do you like to wear? What about the shoes of others? Join us for an impactful meeting where we dissect the crossroads between empathy and mindfulness.
Mon, January 14, 2019
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Haines Hall — Room A76.
As you know the theme for our sessions, this quarter is time management. If you thought our first two sessions were awesome and informative, wait until you see what we have in store for our last meeting this quarter on December 4th! We’ll give you one hint: virtual reality.
Tue, December 4, 2018
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM PST
DBH 1425 (Donald Bren Hall)
Our next topic is Communication… WHAT’S THAT? It might sound familiar but don’t we all agree that it’s as essential as vitamins? We will discuss this crucial topic at our last session and test our skills by playing Heads Up! If that didn’t sound fun enough, we’ve got PIZZA and seven up! We’ve also got a small end of the quarter gift for all of our members. Don’t miss our last session. You’re welcome to bring your friends as always.
Hope to see you all.
Mon, November 19, 2018
6:00 PM
Haines 110
Are you searching for clever ways to organize your never-ending deadlines and tasks? Do you have any task management apps on your phone that you’ve only used once? If these questions sound all too familiar, then whip out your phone and add the date of our next session to your calendar! Why? Because we have four stations, four time management tools, and four experts giving you the rundown of how to get stuff done and be more productive. You’re welcome.
Tuesday, November 6th, 2018
5:30 – 6:30 PM
IAB130 (Intercollegiate Athletics Building)
Far from home and missing all of the fun fall activities? Or, just love fall? Join us for a Mini-Fall Fest! We will be carving mini pumpkins to take home while discussing the art of connecting with others. Are you a thoughtful person? Ponder on this. (There is a prize for the best pumpkin!)
Monday, October 29, 2018
6:00 PM
Haines 110
Motivational Monday? What better way to kick off the 2018-19 school year than with a very special speaker and yes we’ve got snacks! Scrumptious mini sandwiches and drum-roll, please… Porto’s Bakery pastries! Our very special speaker will be sharing her experiences along with an unconventional career path and how it’s very possible to balance career, passion, fitness, and fun!
Mon, October 15, 2018
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PDT
Haines Hall (A6)
What better way to kick off the 2018-19 school year than with making toast and learning about time management? Time Management: Tips & Tricks is the title of our event, which is taking place, tomorrow! If that does not sound intriguing enough, scrap that and put Toast Tuesday on your calendar; there will be a special station for creating your very own toast. Who knows, maybe we will do a contest for the prettiest one? We shall see. We will kick off with a fun icebreaker and continue with some hands-on activities, personal experiments, and more. After all, we all have something to learn or share about time management.
Tue, October 9, 2018
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM PDT
UCI Student Center — Pacific Ballroom B
In our next meeting, we will be enjoying a presentation about Dr. Seuss’s wonderfully wise Oh, the Places You’ll Go! In this book, Dr. Seuss addresses life’s ups and downs with his trademark humorous verse and illustrations, while encouraging readers to find the success that lies within. In a starred review, Booklist notes, “Seuss’s message is simple but never sappy: life may be a ‘Great Balancing Act,’ but through it all ‘There’s fun to be done.’” A perennial favorite and a perfect gift for anyone starting a new phase in their life!
Wednesday, May 30, 2018
6:30 PM
Haines 110
Stress is a feeling we get when faced with a challenge. Feeling stressed for a long time can take a toll on our mental and physical health. Even though it may seem hard to find ways to de-stress with all the things we have to do, it’s important to find those ways. Our health depends on it. Stress Management will be our theme this quarter and will be exploring the topic in three sessions. We will conclude the session with some basic Yoga and breathing exercises.
Thursday, April 19, 2018
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Emerald Bay DE
This masterpiece of science (and mathematical) fiction is a delightfully unique and highly entertaining satire that has charmed readers for more than 100 years. The work of English clergyman, educator and Shakespearean scholar Edwin A. Abbott (1838-1926), it describes the journeys of A. Square, a mathematician and resident of the two-dimensional Flatland, where women-thin, straight lines-are the lowliest of shapes, and where men may have any number of sides, depending on their social status.
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
6:30 PM
Franz Hall 3291 (aka, “Baby Lab”)
In Pathways to Bliss, Campbell examines this personal, psychological side of myth. Like his classic best-selling books Myths to Live By and The Power of Myth, Pathways to Bliss draws from Campbell’s popular lectures and dialogues, which highlight his remarkable storytelling and ability to apply the larger themes of world mythology to personal growth and the quest for transformation. Here he anchors mythology’s symbolic wisdom to the individual, applying the most poetic mythical metaphors to the challenges of our daily lives.
Thursday, March 8, 2018
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Emerald Bay A (Student Center), UCI
We are so excited for our last meeting of the winter quarter… why, you may ask? Instead of our usual book presentation, we will be providing all materials for you to make your very own vision board take home. We will, of course, still have a wonderful discussion amongst one another while we put together our vision for Spring/2018.
Wednesday, March 7, 2018
6:30 – 8:00 PM
LaKretz Hall, Room 101
In our next meeting, we will get lost in a true and touching story of two eleven-year-olds in Sudan: A Long Walk to Water. The girl, Nya, is fetching water from a pond that is two hours’ walk from her home. she makes two trips to the pond every day. The boy, Salva, becomes one of the “lost boys” of Sudan, refugees who cover the African continent on foot as they search for their families and for a safe place to stay. Enduring every hardship from loneliness to attack by armed rebels to contact with killer lions and crocodiles, Salva is a survivor, and his story goes on to intersect with Nya’s in an astonishing and moving way.
Monday, February 12
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Humanities A32
A Long Walk to Water
Date: Thursday, February 8
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Emerald Bay C (Student Center)
Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life
In this book, Bill Burnett and Dave Evans show us how design thinking can help us create a life that is both meaningful and fulfilling, regardless of who or where we are, what we do or have done for a living, or how young or old we are. The same design thinking responsible for amazing technology, products, and spaces can be used to design and build your career and your life, a life of fulfillment and joy, constantly creative and productive, one that always holds the possibility of surprise.
Your Little Guide to Motivation, Inspiration and Success! There are two types of people in this world: The first type of person is a person who is walking their path, and because of this they are now inspiring others and helping others to find their path. The other type of person is a person who is lost, confused, and still looking for their path. Which one are you? The path is unique to every individual in its form, yet it seems that many of the qualities of the path have similar characteristics. The 15 signs listed in this book aim to clarify the most common characteristics found on the path. The purpose of this book is to help direct you towards your path or for those of you who have already discovered it, this book will surely give you a little extra kick of confidence so that you may continue to walk on it.
Wednesday, January 17
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Bunche Hall – Classroom 3164
This book will deepen your understanding of emotional intelligence and enhance your ability for its application. You will learn the most recent brain findings that explain: The Big Question being asked, particularly in academic circles: “Is there such an entity as ‘emotional intelligence’ that differs from IQ?” The brain’s ethical radar, The neural dynamics of creativity, The brain circuitry for drive, persistence, and motivation, The brain states underlying optimal performance, and how to enhance them, The social brain: rapport, resonance, and interpersonal chemistry, Brain 2.0: our brain on the web, The varieties of empathy and key gender differences, The dark side: sociopathy at work, and Neural lessons for coaching and enhancing emotional intelligence abilities.
Thursday, January 11
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Emerald Bay C (Student Center)
Very Good Lives: The Fringe Benefits of Failure and the Importance of Imagination: In 2008, J.K. Rowling delivered a deeply affecting commencement speech at Harvard University. Now published for the first time in book form, VERY GOOD LIVES presents J.K. Rowling’s words of wisdom for anyone at a turning point in life. How can we embrace failure? And how can we use our imagination to better both ourselves and others? Drawing from stories of her own post-graduate years, the world famous author addresses some of life’s most important questions with acuity and emotional force.
Tuesday, December 5, 2017
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Humanities Hall 143
Strengthsfinder 2.0: When you wake up in the morning, do you get the chance to do what you feel best for you each day? Often our talents are never recognized. We frequently dedicate most of our time fixing our deficiencies rather than applying our strengths. An online assessment is introduced in this book to help people discover their top 5 talents and give you advice on how to use them in your life and work. If we develop our strengths, you will eventually find yourself in a productive and positive environment. Emotional Intelligence: A Practical Guide: Emotional Intelligence: A Practical Guide is a book written by Dr. David Walton. This book is about the composition of emotional intelligence and the ways of handling emotions while dealing with people and difficulties inappropriate ways. Emotional Intelligence helps you know yourself reasonably well, control your own emotions and show empathy with the feelings of others. This book comprises of two segments which are the emotional intelligence framework and emotional intelligence in practice. The author indicates Emotional Intelligence can be learned because of the power of the brain as an “amazing learning machine.”
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Humanities A56
Willpower: Rediscovering the Greatest Human Strength: Drawing on cutting-edge research and the wisdom of real-life experts, Willpower shares lessons on how to focus our strength, resist temptation, and redirect our lives. It shows readers how to be realistic when setting goals, monitor their progress, and how to keep faith when they falter. What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast: A Short Guide to Making Over Your Mornings–and Life: According to time management expert Laura Vanderkam, mornings hold the key to taking control of our schedules. If we use them wisely, we can build habits that will allow us to lead happier, more productive lives. Drawing on real-life anecdotes and scientific research that shows why the early hours of the day are so important.
Tuesday, November 14
6:30pm
Newport Beach A (Student Center)
Crucial Conversations Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High: The first edition of Crucial Conversations exploded onto the scene and revolutionized the way millions of people communicate when stakes are high. This new edition gives you the tools to prepare for high-stakes situations, transform anger and hurt feelings into powerful dialogue, make it safe to talk about almost anything, be persuasive, not abrasive. Are You Really Listening?: Keys to Successful Communication: Why do we often feel cut off when speaking to the people closest to us? What is it that keeps so many of us from really listening? Practicing psychotherapists, Donoghue and Siegel answer these questions and more in this thoughtful, witty, and helpful look at the reasons why people don’t listen.
Tuesday, November 7
6:30pm
Humanities A40
Getting to know each other, What is Dialogue Society, Tacos! Social Activity, Next Session’s Agenda
October 10th, 2017
6:30pm
Location TBD
In this event, we will be getting to know each other and discuss: Dialogue Society, Tacos, and more.
October 3rd, 2017
6:30pm
Pacific Ballroom A (Student Center)
In September 2017, a new cohort of Dialogue Society members launched the website for the club.
In 1998, the UCI chapter of Dialogue Society student club was founded.
In 1996, the UCLA chapter of Dialogue Society student club was founded.