What do you call a witch who lives at the beach?

Answer: A sand-witch!

We hope this joke brings some laughter to your day! 😁

UCI Chancellor Howard Gillman Addresses the Israel-Gaza Conflict

"The horrific massacre of innocent individuals in Israel by Hamas is not another international event or policy debate...There is no notion of “freedom fighting” or anti-Zionism that justifies or can rationalize the targeted murder and kidnapping of more than a thousand civilians...We stand in unity against the cold, calculated massacre of the innocent."

Full Statement here

Let’s Unite in Purple: Engage and Support Victims During Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month,

There are many ways to show your support during #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth

You can do your part by:

1. Hosting various events to promote awareness, prevention, advocacy, and healing for victims

2. you can donate items to Crime Survivors on their wish list (see image above),

3. share this post to those who can, so you too can help make a survivor’s day brighter.

Participants are encouraged to "Wear Purple".

For more information or to get involved, contact Crime Survivors at

(844) 853-HOPE or visit www.crimesurvivors.org.

Dive Deep into AI and Spark Innovation at UCI’s Upcoming Challenge Event

The UCI ANTrepreneur Center is hosting an AI Innovation Challenge Kickoff on Monday, October 16. Participants will explore AI, form teams, compete for cash prizes, and have the opportunity to network with leaders in the field. UCI community members can RSVP for the event through CampusGroups.

Your Mental Health Matters NOW: Connect with Crime Survivors Today

October 10th marks World Mental Health Day, emphasizing the crucial role of mental well-being in overall health. Crime Survivors, an organization working closely with trauma survivors, advocates for stigma-free mental health support. Reach out via call at 844-853-HOPE, email [email protected], or visit www.crimesurvivors.org. #WorldMentalHealthDay

Empowering Dreams: UCI-OC Alliance Lights the Path for Aspiring Latino Students

UCI, through the UCI-OC Alliance, is actively supporting the Hispanic & Latino community by providing scholarships to high-achieving Latino students, aiding them in achieving their academic and career goals. The UCI-OC Alliance Scholarship, which is supported by various local organizations, grants $5,000 to selected undergraduates, assisting with their tuition, fees, and other academic expenses. Two recipients, Camryn Santos and Zayanna Serrano, have shared their stories of how the scholarship has significantly impacted their educational journey, enabling them to pursue their dreams and alleviate financial strains. The scholarship program is part of UCI's broader initiative to advance as a Latino-thriving university and to foster a supportive environment for Latino students, staff, and faculty.

Read more here “Putting dreams within reach”

Let's Celebrate Our Furry Friends Together! Join IACC for the Virtual Pet Reunions

The Irvine Animal Care Center is hosting Virtual Reunions for pets on Facebook:

Dog Reunion from Oct 16-22

Cat Reunion from Oct 23-29.

Share updates and photos of your pets to celebrate and connect with other pet parents.

Email submissions can be sent to [email protected] and will be shared on their Facebook page.

visit https://www.cityofirvine.org/irvine-animal-care-center for more info

#IACCPetReunion #PetLove #FurryFriends #ShareTheJoy

#IrvineAnimalCareCenter #IrvineAnimals #WeAreIrvine #Adopt

Paws for a Cause: Sign Up to Foster Pets for a Month with the Irvine Animal Care Center

Pet Enthusiasts Needed: Volunteer for Foster Care at IACC

Devote a month or more to nurturing a kitten without the long-term commitment of adoption by registering to be a foster pet parent through the Irvine Animal Care Center (IACC). The IACC is actively seeking volunteers to assist with kittens requiring bottle-feeding every few hours. For those who prefer canine companions, the IACC is also in need of volunteers to foster mother dogs and their litters of puppies. For additional information about the IACC pet fostering program, visit: IACC Pet Fostering Program 

UCI Water Polo Video Clip

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Single game tickets for UCI Men's Basketball are on sale now!

Grab yours now here

🏐⚽🏀 Upcoming home games for the IVC LASERS

Women’s Soccer:

1. Fri Oct 20 - vs Golden West * 3:00 PM (Home)

Women’s Basketball:

1. Wed Oct 11 - vs Hope International (Scrimmage) - 6:00 PM (Home)

2. Fri Oct 20 - vs San Diego Mesa (Scrimmage) - 12:30 PM (Home)

Women’s Volleyball:

1. Wed Oct 18 - vs Golden West * 6:00 PM (Home)

Men’s Soccer:

1. Fri Oct 13 - vs Saddleback * 3:00 PM (Home)

2. Tue Oct 17 - vs Cypress * 3:00 PM (Home)

3. Tue Oct 24 - vs Fullerton * 3:00 PM (Home)

Men’s Basketball:

1. Thu Oct 26 - vs Home scrimmage (Home) - Visiting teams are San Diego City and Chaffey

2. Thu Oct 26 - vs Chaffey (Home) - Irvine Valley/San Diego City 3way at 4:00 PM

High School Varsity Athletics: Football Face-offs and Sports Calendar

Upcoming High School Football Games (Varsity Level)

1. October 13 at 5:00 PM

   • Northwood High Vs Portola

2. October 27 at 7:00 PM

   • Irvine High Vs University

Northwood High School Monthly Athletic Calendar (Varsity Level)

University High School Monthly Athletic Calendar (Varsity Level)

Woodbridge High School Monthly Athletic Calendar (Varsity Level)

Upcoming Irvine High School Football home games:

1. October 12, Thursday

   03:30 PM, Football (11 person), JV, Woodbridge, Irvine High School Stadium

2. October 19, Thursday

   03:30 PM, Football (11 person), JV, Beckman, Arnold, Irvine High School Stadium

3. October 26, Thursday

   03:30 PM, Football (11 person), FS, University, Irvine High School Stadium

4. October 27, Friday

   07:00 PM, Football (11 person), VR, University, Irvine High School Stadium

3 Essential Tips for Maintaining Updated Software

Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a key time to refresh our commitment to maintaining updated software and systems. Here are 3 vital tips to bear in mind:

- Patching: Consistently update OS, software, and applications to mitigate security risks.

- Automatic Updates: Activate automatic updates when available to guarantee consistently updated software.

- Antivirus Software: Make sure your antivirus software is current and performing regular scans.

Breaking News: Suspects in Custody for $200K Irvine Heist, Further Probes Underway

Does this image look familiar? A little over a week ago, we shared Irvine PD’s reqeust for public assistance in a $200,000 burglary case. With assistance from Costa Mesa and Redondo Beach Police Departments, two men, Michael Andres Ruiz Fonseca and Luis Alberto Beltran, were arrested and booked at Orange County Jail in connection with the burglary. The investigation is still ongoing.

Don’t Miss Out! Kaiser Permanente’s Farmers Market is today, Oct 11

Kaiser Permanente will be hosting their weekly Farmers Market starting today, Wednesday, October 11th, from 9am to 1pm at their Irvine medical building (6640 Alton Parkway). Open to the entire Irvine community, attendees can conveniently purchase peaches, peppers, and pick up prescriptions

find out more here

🎉 Countdown: Only 4 Days to the Exhilarating Irvine Global Village Festival!

The Irvine Global Village Festival is happening in 4 days, offering food, performing arts, and live music, along with first-come, first-served balloon rides providing stunning views. A signed waiver, available at the Visitors Center, is required for balloon rides, and flight availability is weather-dependent. More details can be found at cityofirvine.org/festival

Mark your calendar. It's on October 14, from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. at the Great Park, with free admission and parking. More info is available on the city's website, http://cityofirvine.org/festival

#IrvineFestival #WeAreIrvine #IrvineGlobalVillageFestival #GlobalVillageFestival

Limited Spots Available: Register Now for the Upcoming City-Sponsored College Tours

The City is organizing private college tours for high school students on October 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., covering Cal Poly Pomona and Cal State Fullerton. The tour includes transportation, admission presentations, brochures, and supervision. Interested individuals need to register online at yourirvine.org with the class code #94697, as spots are limited.

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