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Cara Trombadore: Four Years of Memories

Bruin Belles has been a huge part of my life as a Bruin. 

 Since I joined four years ago as an incoming freshman, Belles has given me countless opportunities to explore LA that I otherwise would not have gotten. I studied abroad during my junior year and while I cannot begin to describe what a wonderful experience I had, there was one thing missing during those nine months spent in Europe. That missing piece was Belles. I not only missed all the wonderful girls that make up this organization, but I also missed the service and the culture of giving that is so prominent amongst us. This is why I decided to run for Executive Board upon my return. 

 Being Social Director has been an amazing new chapter in my life as a Belle. I have learned so much about so many of our members and I cherish every one of them. Whether it's goofing off playing charades, watching some ballers on the basketball court, or running around campus in the rain, the Belle Love electrifies the very air. I am so proud to call myself a Bruin, but I am even more proud of being a Bruin Belle. BBSA creates magic in a community that needs infinite amounts of charity and volunteers to put it back on the right track. I cannot thank this organization enough for the memories it has given me. I will be a Belle now and forever. 

 Cara Trombadore
Fourth Year Belle | 2012-2013 Social Director
Belles at the Camping Trip in Malibu Creek State Park

Belles at the UCLA vs. USC Football Game - Go Bruins!

A Lovely Sunday Brunch at Lemonade in Brentwood

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