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Local Families to Share Thanksgiving Tradition with International Students

November 7, 2011

This year, international students at UC San Diego will get a home for the Thanksgiving holiday. Students from across the globe will be offered the opportunity to celebrate Thanksgiving with an American host family in San Diego through a new program hosted by the university’s International Center.

A Tradition of Service: UC San Diego Honors Student Veterans Nov. 7-11

November 7, 2011

U.S. Army veteran Barrett Blake is set to graduate this spring with a degree in theatre and high hopes of becoming an actor and comedian. His journey to earning a bachelor's degree has spanned over 16 years—but he wouldn’t change a thing.

Student Awarded Undergraduate Research Award for Research on Migrants

October 26, 2011

Richard Hong, ERC, ’11, was recently awarded the 2011 Undergraduate Research Award by the Forum on Education Abroad for his innovative research on migrants making dangerous treks through Mexico from Central America.

UC San Diego Among Nation’s Top Five Universities with Most Applications

October 17, 2011

The University of California, San Diego is the 5th most popular school in the nation for college applicants, according to U.S. News & World Report, which recently released the list of colleges and universities with the highest level of applications for 2010.

UC San Diego Welcomes Thousands to Campus for Annual Family Weekend

October 13, 2011

The University of California, San Diego is opening its doors to parents, families and students for the fourth annual All-Campus Family Weekend Oct. 21 – 23 to give participants a sample of UC San Diego’s excellent location, academic programs and quality of life. The fun-filled weekend will feature comedic performances, an alumni barbeque, visits to the Birch Aquarium and a “green eggs and ham” brunch among other events.

UC San Diego Named 33rd Best University in World by Times Higher Education Rankings

October 11, 2011

The University of California, San Diego is ranked the 33rd best university in the world, according to Times Higher Education. The London-based higher education magazine partnered with Thomson Reuters for the “World Universities Rankings 2011-2012,” which recognized UC San Diego for its learning environment, ground-breaking research and economic impact.

Celebrating Native American Heritage

October 11, 2011

Intertribal dance, song, regalia featured at California Native American Day kickoff

Dean of Graduate Studies Highlights Value of Graduate Students to University’s Academic Mission

October 10, 2011

Kim Barrett was recently reappointed Dean of Graduate Studies after a successful five-year term providing outstanding leadership and making significant contributions to promoting the highest standards of excellence in graduate education at UC San Diego. As dean, Barrett oversees all academic and non-academic aspects of graduate education at UC San Diego, with responsibility for more than 4,000 graduate students.

‘Secret to Success’ is No Secret, Former Congressman Tells Students at Welcome Convocation

September 28, 2011

The unexpected can lead to opportunity. You can achieve anything if you put your mind to it. Know what you want to do, love what you do and believe in what you’re doing.
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