Ask a Psychologist: Why Do We Fall for Fake News?
May 22, 2025
Nadia Brashier of Psychology shares why we come to believe things that are untrue and tips for spotting misinformation.
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Kelp Cutting Marks New Chapter: Birch Aquarium Unveils Adam R. Scripps Living Seas Gallery
May 21, 2025
With a ceremonial “kelp cutting,” Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego officially unveiled its newest exhibition — now named Adam R. Scripps Living Seas Gallery — in recognition of a generous gift from The Adam R. Scripps Foundation.
Take 10 with a Triton: Brian Choi Has Designs on UC San Diego
May 21, 2025
Bold, colorful, and lively — Senior Graphic Designer Brian Choi’s murals breathe creative energy into the heart of the Pepper Canyon West Living and Learning Neighborhood.
Brian and Paula Powers Launch Inspiration Challenge for UC San Diego Scholarships with $1M Gift
May 21, 2025
The University of California San Diego has received a $1 million gift to establish the Brian and Paula Powers Chancellor’s Associates Inspiration Challenge, a philanthropic initiative designed to expand support for the Chancellor’s Associates Scholarship Program (CASP).
Congressional Stock Trading Severely Undermines Public Trust and Compliance with the Law
May 20, 2025
A new study from the Rady School of Management reveals that public exposure to reports of Congressional stock trading significantly reduces Americans’ trust in Congress and their willingness to comply with the law — regardless of political affiliation.
Pharmacy’s Future Leaders: Skaggs School of Pharmacy Celebrates Its Newest Graduates at Commencement
May 20, 2025
Nearly 70 student pharmacists crossed the stage to receive their diplomas, buoyed by the support of family, friends and loved ones who joined in person or remotely.
Three UC San Diego Researchers Elected to the National Academy of Sciences
May 20, 2025
The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) has announced that University of California San Diego Professors Russell Impagliazzo, Cornelis Murre and Elizabeth Winzeler have been selected as new members. NAS membership represents one of the most distinguished honors for U.S. scientists and engineers.
UC San Diego Introduces Free Digital Guides to Explore Campus Artworks and Attractions
May 20, 2025
UC San Diego’s Stuart Collection, Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography and Mandeville Art Gallery are launching easy-to-use digital guides with Bloomberg Philanthropies through a partnership with the University of California.
Do TikTok’s Viral Life Hacks Actually Help Your Mental Health?
May 20, 2025
Social media is full of advice on how to feel calmer, happier and healthier: Just try a cortisol "cocktail," spend a day “rotting” in bed or manifest your dream life into reality. UC San Diego experts break down the science behind six of these popular coping strategies and self-care trends.
SoCal LINK Leverages the Power of a Triangle to Transform Schools
May 20, 2025
SoCal LINK, a research-practice partnership between the Department of Education Studies and the Learner-Centered Collaborative, shapes the future of PreK-12 education by aligning research with real-world needs.
