Undergraduate Advising
Current BMD RES Minor Students:
Schedule a 30-minute advising appointment with the BMD RES Minor Advisor by contacting Crystal Venegas for any questions regarding minor completion, course planning, or concerns that you may have.
Non BMD RES Minor Students:
Send an email to bmdresminor@lifesci.ucla.edu or contact Crystal Venegas for any questions pertaining to the Biomedical Research Minor.
BMD RES Minor Undergraduate Advisor: Crystal Venegas
Office Location: Hershey Hall 220B
Phone/ Voice Mail: (310) 267-0430
Out of office during UCLA observed Holidays
Counseling Hours
In-person and Zoom advising available by appointment. Please email Crystal Venegas to schedule an appointment.
Summer 2026 Adivisng
When scheduling an advising appointment:
- Share your availability, M-F: 8AM-5PM.
- Indicate preference for virtual or in-person
- Virtual (Zoom): Monday-Friday
- In Person: Wednesdays and Thursdays
- Provide UID
Summer Drop-In Virtual Office Hours
Thursdays, 1:30-3:00PM
Drop-in hours are intended for quick questions and advising needs. No appointment necessary. Students will be in the waiting room when entering the meeting and will be seen accordingly.
True Bruin Welcome Week
Minor in Biomedical Research Drop-In Advising (New Students Only)
Wednesday, September 23rd, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Hershey Hall 200B
Welcome to UCLA! Stop by the Biomedical Research Office in Hershey Hall room 220B any time between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM on September 23rd to meet one-on-one with the BMR undergraduate advisor. Whether you have questions about the BMR minor application process, program requirements, research opportunities, or simply want to stop by and say hello, I am happy to answer your questions and help you get started. No RSVP required – just drop in!
BMR faculty, staff, and student representatives will also be present at the Life Sciences New Student Welcome (9/23, 2-5pm at the Mildred. E. Mathias Botanical Garden – event registration required) to welcome students to the Division of Life Sciences and share additional information and insights about the BMR minor, including how to join the program. We hope to see you there!