Kawan at UCLA

WELCOME TO THE HOME OF

PILIPINO CATHOLIC BRUINS

About Kawan

We are the UCLA Pilipino Catholic Association, a college, Christian community of servant leaders founded in 2021 to celebrate the rich Filipino tradition of Catholicism at the #1 public university in America.

Rooted in the biblical & Tagalog word ‘kawan’ which translates to ‘flock,’ the association welcomes students, alumni, and friends of all backgrounds. As part of the University Catholic Center, Kawan fosters an uplifting space and college bahay (home) for its members. We explore the Christian faith and teachings of Jesus Christ through a Filipino lens with examples set by our patron saints, San Lorenzo Ruiz and San Pedro Calungsod.

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We welcome you to Kawan!

"The Kawan Pilipino Catholic
Association aims to build community and family amongst Catholics and friends at UCLA for years to come."

-- THE CO-FOUNDERS (2021-2023)

We welcome everyone! Learn more about our community of
service & fellowship and take away many memories!

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God bless you!

Annual Welcome Letter

The Richard Olaso Baal Executive Board welcomes you! We invite you find a home in our flock of Kawan-ers guided by the Christ.

We invite you to read our annual welcome letter for 2024-2025!

Welcome Letter (24-25)

Leadership