Ucla Black Bruin History
Who was the first Black player in Major League Baseball and a UCLA alumnus?
Jackie Robinson
Which UCLA alumnus and legendary singer is known for his hits like “What’s Going On” and his advocacy for civil rights?
Marvin Gaye
Which key issue prompted the formation of programs like ASP in the 1970s?
The low retention and graduation rates of Black and other minority students.
Which legendary UCLA basketball coach is celebrated for his commitment to fairness, equality, and building character both on and off the court?
John Wooden
In 2023, UCLA was ranked as one of the top public universities in the U.S. for its commitment to diversity and inclusion. What specific national ranking did it achieve?
#1
What is the name of the first Black Fraternity founded in the Divine Nine (D9), and in what year was is established?
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., founded in 1906.
Which iconic Black UCLA graduate was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame and also a prominent philanthropist?
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
What is the name of the resource center at UCLA focused on empowering underrepresented student leaders, including ASP participants?
The Student Retention Center (SRC)
Which organization at UCLA played a pivotal role in opposing Proposition 209, which ended affirmative action in California in 1996?
The Afrikan Student Union (ASU)
Which UCLA community event celebrates Black graduates and their achievements?
The Afrikan Graduation Ceremony.
In 1968, a significant protest by UCLA’s Black students led to the establishment of what academic department?
The Department of African American Studies.
This UCLA alum became the first Black recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1949. Who is he?
Ralph Bunche
How many units is the Internship Class that ASP offers during the winter and spring quarters?
*2-unit letter grade course, once a week (Thursdays 4-6)
-applications are open now (linked in aspucla bio) and close January 5th
*gpa boost!
In the 1960s, UCLA students protested to bring which civil rights leader to campus for a speech?
Malcolm X
What is the name of the UCLA center, founded to provide a supportive community for Black students and offer resources to enhance their academic and social experiences?
The Black Bruin Resource Center (BBRC)
What was the original name of the Afrikan Student Union at UCLA?
The Black Student Alliance
Which UCLA gymnast and Olympic silver medalist is known for her dynamic routines and was part of the 2020 U.S. women’s gymnastics team?
Jordan Chiles
What decade was the Academic Supports Program (ASP) at UCLA founded in?
1970's (1975)
What is the name of the UCLA student-run newspaper that amplifies the voices of the Black community on campus?
Nommo
In 2023, which UCLA department introduced a new fellowship program to promote diversity in the field of medicine?
The David Geffen School of Medicine
Which former UCLA professor and activist was involved in the Civil Rights Movement and associated with the Black Panthers?
: Dr. Angela Davis
Which Black faculty member at UCLA is known for their groundbreaking research on racial disparities in health outcomes?
Dr. Vickie Mays
In 1989, ASP expanded its reach to include services for what additional group of students?
Transfer students
What historical figure is honored by a statue in front of UCLA's Pauley Pavilion, symbolizing his contributions to civil rights and sports?
Jackie Robinson
In 2023, UCLA established a fund to support Black student-led initiatives on campus. What is the name of this fund?
The Black Student Empowerment Fund