Newsletter



The Women & Philanthropy newsletter highlights the ways women are making a difference on campus.



Spring 2009

Featuring a fresh look and new logo, this issue begins with a forward-looking conversation with Judy Olian, dean of the UCLA Anderson School of Management. Inside, learn about Bruin women leaders like White House staffer Camille Johnston and National Academy of Engineering scientist Deborah Estrin. Discover new student scholarships made possible by our members and milestone achievements for Bea Mandel and Phyllis Parvin.


Fall 2008

In a frank interview, learn about Women & Philanthropy’s new president, Kathleen Flanagan, and her priorities and goals. Inside, find insightful articles on board members Rita Pynoos and Patty Boyle … how the Clinical Scholars Program works to solve community issues … and the Bruin heroes of the Beijing Olympics.


June 2007

The Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center wouldn’t open for another year, but Nancy Reagan was among the dignitaries at its June 2007 dedication. This special issue features two distinctive parts of the new hospital: the Child Life/Child Development Services program at Mattel Children’s Hospital UCLA, and a surgical waiting room donated by Women & Philanthropy member Maddie Katz.


July 2005

Women & Philanthropy’s 10th anniversary is cause for celebration! From bake sales to serious fundraising, members recall how far they’ve come. Inside, Marion Wilson talks about her most personal gift … faculty wife Louise Lucio fostered both philanthropy and community on campus … and sculptor Elaine Krown Klein follows her bliss by helping young artists.


March 2004

On the cover, Women & Philanthropy founding member Joy Monkarsh recounts how the group gained respect, confidence and power through the years. Also, UCLA computer science Professor Deborah Estrin places sensors in the environment … board member Joanne Knopoff discusses her multiple roles on campus … and teen clothing store CEO Betsy McLaughlin looks for talent and creativity.