News Archive - Amanda Rubalcava

Exploring Global Connections at UC San Diego’s 20th International Education Week

This November, UC San Diego marks the 20th anniversary of International Education Week with a dynamic lineup of globally focused events celebrating the campus’s diverse and vibrant community.

UC San Diego Names 2024 Revelle Medal Recipients

UC San Diego will honor five individuals as recipients of the 2024 Revelle Medal, a prestigious award recognizing sustained, distinguished and extraordinary service to campus. The 2024 Revelle Medal recipients are: Fan Chung Graham, Stephan Haggard, Douglas Richman, M.D., Robert Schooley, M.D. and Jan B. Talbot.

Get Your Fall Fix: 6 Festive Events Happening on Campus

As the days get shorter and the air gets a little crisper, it's time to embrace the spirit of fall at UC San Diego! From spooky Halloween festivities to colorful Dia de los Muertos celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season on campus.

Homecoming 2024 to Celebrate a New Era

Homecoming is just around the corner, promising a spirited celebration of community and UC San Diego pride. From Nov. 8-10, the entire campus community is invited to reconnect in a weekend filled with unforgettable opportunities—from exploring the wonders of marine life to hearing from experts at an inaugural research symposium.

Shaping the Future Together: UC San Diego Celebrates Latinx Heritage Month

The campus community is invited to celebrate Latinx Heritage Month—an annual celebration centered around building community and showcasing the intersectionalities of Latinx people and culture.

Campus Cravings: 8 Must-Try Bites and Beverages

While UC San Diego is recognized for its groundbreaking research and cutting-edge academic programs, it also offers a vibrant and diverse culinary scene with something to satisfy every craving. Here is a list of 8 unique bites and beverages to try at UC San Diego.

UC San Diego Named Nation’s 6th Best Public University by U.S. News & World Report

UC San Diego has once again been named the sixth best public university in the country, according to the 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings released today. Overall, UC San Diego ranked No. 29 on the complete list of over 400 of the nation’s colleges.

Saving Elephants, Supporting Farmers: Fulbright National Geographic Award Sends Doctoral Student Sateesh Venkatesh to Sri Lanka

Doctoral student Sateesh Venkatesh has been awarded the Fulbright-National Geographic Award for 2024. With this award, Venkatesh will be traveling to Sri Lanka to research the complex, critical—and sometimes deadly—relationship between farmers and elephants.