Senior year bucketlist

You only live once, so live it to the fullest. One last chance to make it right.

1. Bottomless mimosas
2. Apartment 309 Vegas trip
3. Go to a bar in DTLA or DTF
4. Chalk campus at midnight
5. Research
6. Go to a UCLA basketball game
7. Get a job :)
8. Clothespin compliment on bruin walk
9. Attend a dance workshop
10. Get a GPA of 3.5 or higher for one quarter.

It's time to begin, isn't it?
I get a little bit bigger, but then I'll admit
I'm just the same as I was
Now don't you understand
That I'm never changing who I am

The COMPLETE UCLA College Experience

Hi, I'm Denise and I'm a third year.  There are a lot of things that I've experience during my three years here at UCLA that I would consider life-changing and there are a lot of things I am determine to try before graduating next year.

College is an amazing time to get outside of your comfort zone and try out new experiences. You are at the prime of your youth, so why not make the most of it and enjoy your time at one of the most beautiful campuses in the world? Here, I have compiled a list of 10 things you should definitely check out during the four years that you are here. :)

1. Unicamp: Become a camp counselor to underprivileged kids for a week! Build future leaders from the get-go and inspire the children to become the best they can be.  I honestly cannot describe all the feels I get from doing Unicamp--it was probably one of my most life changing experiences to see how I can impact a young boy/girl's perspective on life and to show them their opportunities are endless.  Although it did take a lot of time and commitment, it was definitely worth every second of it in the end :)
2. Dance Marathon: Take a stand against AIDS and dance for 26 hours straight.  It's about time we find the cure and eradicate this disease off the face of earth.
3. UCLA vs. USC: basketball game, football game, anything!! Whether you tailgate, or camp out for tickets, seeing the LA-SC rivalry at its finest is something you do not want to miss.
4. Ice blocking at Jans Steps: Is it illegal? Who knows. Is it dangerous? Probably. But it sure is a lot of fun. Grab a group of friends and a big block of ice and sled down the grassy hill by Jans Steps. It is exciting, thrilling and electrifying.
5. Dinner for 12 Strangers: A fancy dinner with 12 people you've never met. Alumni, undergraduate, and graduate from all walks of life sharing one meal together. Talk about diversity! Make sure you sign up right when the email comes out. Don't hesitate. I was hesitant my first two years here and wasn't able to secure a spot, but I am going this year for the first time.
6. Tunneling: This is definitely not allowed, but if you are bored at midnight and feeling adventurous and risk-taking, grab a flashlight and explore the underground pathways of UCLA.
7. Perform in a culture night: So many culture nights. Oh, but the thrill of performing on stage for 500+ people!
8. Undie run: Must I explain? It happens at the end of every finals on a Wednesday. So if your finals are already done, get undressed and join in on this exciting adventure. ;)
9. Explore the roof of ALL of the buildings: MS, Boelter, Broad, Royce (I've only been on top of MS and Boelter)
10. Study abroad: why not. You only live once, so might as well explore the world. If you are a south campus major, there is a physics program in England that you should look into (advice I wish someone told me when I was a first year) All you gotta do is plan ahead and apply immediately once the program opens up.

Third Year To-Do List

As you may or may not know, I will be entering my third year at UCLA! A new year with new experiences and goals to achieve. I have always been a fan with going back to school in the fall; the thought of it is too beautiful: new boys, new clothes, new classes, new friends..makes me feel like I'm in high school all over again. But just as much as I reminisce high school, I absolutely LOVE college. I love starting school once again, because I get to see all of my friends. I absolutely adore my college friends, my college campus, just everything about it. It makes me feel busy and successful and ambitious at the same time, so I decided to make a list of all the things to be accomplished this year.

1. Tailgate a football game.
2. Go to a masquerade ball!
3. Travel abroad. Anywhere, please
4. UCLA v. USC football game
5. Attend a wild Halloween party. With classy costumes ;)
6. Roadtrip to Nor cal! (possibly visit Berkeley?)
7. Research, research, research. Intern. Something
8. Holi Festival! I've never been to one of these before :(
9. Host a kickback at my apartment.
10. Professionally get my hair colored.
11. Dinner for Strangers.
12. Vegas? Maybeee
13. Tunneling. It's time to break those rules.
14. Hit the gym, at least ten times each quarter.
15. Get some rec letters going ;)
16. Fall Training Conference (it's always fun!)
17. Travel to the Big Apple and visit my best friend.
18. Ice blocking, again and again and again.
19. Splash in the fountain! Never been done, but I've always wanted to
20. Highlighter Party; Highlighter Party!!
21. Go to a rave with my homegirls
22. The GROVE!!! During winter time when the pretty lights are out.
23. Get a 4.0 GPA for at least one quarter.

Summer bucketlist 2012 :: update

About two months ago, I posted a summer bucketlist. Here's a quick update on what I've added and accomplished!

1. Make 10 new friends (Unicamp, duhh!)
2. Unicamp! (Amazing week, no regrets)
3. Trai He La Hau La (Chill and relaxing, had a tent all to myself + kids really enjoyed it)
4. Attend brother's graduation (and took plenty of pictures)
5. Graduation party anyone? ;) (my brother's!)
6. Eat at some good korean bbq place (cham soot gol works, right?)
7. Read 3 new books (Great Gatsby- F. Scott Fitzgerald; Love the one you're with - Emily Giffin; Sisterhood Everlasting)
8. Attempt a new manicure (yes, finally)
9. Film a haul video (been wanting to do this since foreverr) (update: finally done! but too scared to actually upload it)
10. Attend 2 bonfires (got one down-Duy's bonfire)
11. Dip in the pool
12. Run at the beach
13. Get my pharm tech license
14. Finish 2 seasons of shows (one season of Korra is down; Avatar: last airbender--all three seasons!)
15. See 10 movies (Avengers 6/20; Amazing Spiderman 7/10; Dark Knight Rises 7/24; Prestige; Memento; She's the Man)
16. Learn a song on the piano
17. Shop 'til I drop (spent over $100 at f21--floppy hat, fedora, floral dress, zebra top, stars tunic, demin jacket)
18. Explore the wonders of OC Fair (Alaskan pig races! Bacon covered turkey! Funnel cake with vanilla ice cream!)
19. Funnel cake! (at fair)
20. Buy a new camera (Canon s100 anyone?)
21. Get dolled up and go out at night
22. Lighten hair (Champagne blonde)
23. Treat myself out to some brand name makeup ^_^
24. Play volleyball at the beach
25. Get a nice beach bod (should happen before summer, LOL)
26. Splurge on quality makeup (keeping my eye on Smashbox BB Cream)
27. Thrift! (attempted, LOL)

Tv shows

• Glee season 3
• New Girl
• Friends season 1
• How I met your mother season 2
• Voice season 2
• Avatar-Legend of Korra

Movies

• Avengers
• The Hulk
• Ironman
• Captain America
• Thor
• Twilight: Breaking Dawn
• Dark Knight Rise
• Men in Black 3
• Prometheus
• 21 Jump Street

Food

• Milk
• Class 302
• Red Lobster
• M Grill
• Saffron & Rose ice cream
• Sprinkles Ice cream

Places

• Friendship Bell
• Huntington Botanical Gardens
• Hot air balloon ride
• Disneyland
• US open
• Griffith park
• City walk
• DTDisney
• LACMA

*list is open for updates!

**italicize=accomplish!

As you see, I hadn't quite complete everything yet. But summer's not over yet, I have about three weeks left. Let's finish this list off!

Summer 2012 bucketlist

Summer is a time for relaxation, excitement, and everything in between.  Time to just enjoy the quiet beauties of life and fully appreciate what we've been taking for granted.  Just a list of things I want to accomplish this summer!

1. Make 10 new friends
2. Unicamp!
3. Trai He La Hau La
4. Attend brother's graduation
5. Graduation party anyone? ;)
6. Eat at some good korean bbq place
7. Read 3 new books
8. Attempt a new manicure
9. Film a haul video
10. Attend 2 bonfires
11. Dip in the pool
12. Run at the beach
13. Get my pharm tech license
14. Finish 2 seasons of shows
15. Learn a song on the piano
16. Shop 'til I drop 
17. Explore the wonders of OC Fair 
18. Funnel cake!
19. Buy a new camera (Canon s100 anyone?)
20. Get dolled up and go out at night
21. Lighten hair
22. Treat myself out to some brand name makeup ^_^
23. Play volleyball at the beach
24. Get a nice beach bod (should happen before summer, LOL)
25. Splurge on quality makeup (keeping my eye on Smashbox BB Cream)
26. Thrift!

Tv shows

• Glee season 3
• New Girl
• Friends season 1
• How I met your mother season 2
• Voice season 2
• Avatar-Legend of Korra

Movies

• Avengers
• The Hulk
• Ironman
• Captain America
• Thor
• Twilight: Breaking Dawn
• Dark Knight Rise
• Men in Black 3
• Prometheus
• 21 Jump Street

Food

• Milk
• Class 302
• Red Lobster
• M Grill
• Saffron & Rose ice cream
• Sprinkles Ice cream

Places

• Friendship Bell
• Huntington Botanical Gardens
• Hot air balloon ride
• Disneyland
• US open
• Griffith park
• City walk
• DTDisney

*list is open for updates!

**italicize=accomplish!