February 24, 2026
February 24, 2026 —
Once a year, campus and community are invited to explore the research and artistic practice of 25+ MFA and Ph.D. students. The 2026 Graduate Open Studios runs 2–6 p.m. Feb. 28 at the Visual Arts Facility and SME Gallery. Meet five students students shaping this year's work.
February 17, 2026
February 17, 2026 —
A free opening celebration from 6–8 p.m. on Feb. 28 marks the opening of “Faith Ringgold: Full Circle – The Teachings and Her Legacy” at Mandeville Art Gallery. The exhibition traces Faith Ringgold’s life and career and will be on view through May 1.
February 2, 2026
February 2, 2026 —
Will artificial intelligence ever be able to reason, learn and solve problems at levels comparable to humans? Four experts at the University of California San Diego believe the answer is yes – and that such artificial general intelligence has already arrived.
January 16, 2026
January 16, 2026 —
What does it take to build a multi-decade career in animation? For UC San Diego visual arts alumna Marge Dean, it’s passion and perseverance—fueling collaborative teams, bold storytelling, and a deep commitment to uplifting unsung voices.
January 13, 2026
January 13, 2026 —
This year's Reed Family Concert will feature three technically demanding percussion performances and a provocative sound poem blending vocals with electronics. The event honors 35 years of creative partnerships between Professor Steven Schick and his faculty, alumni and student colleagues.
December 15, 2025
December 15, 2025 —
The School of Arts and Humanities' inaugural Night of Research and Creative Activities featured faculty and student representatives from all six departments in the school as well as the Institute of Arts and Humanities will be featured, highlighting a breadth of activity that ranges from individual research to collaborative activities and broad-based community partnerships.
December 1, 2025
December 1, 2025 —
Pulitzer Prize–winning composer Anthony Davis and nationally acclaimed playwright and librettist Allan Havis, both professors at the University of California San Diego, will debut their new bilingual chamber opera, “Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote,” in January 2026.
November 22, 2025
November 22, 2025 —
Starting in UC San Diego’s Master of Fine Arts program just before the COVID-19 lockdowns began, Keiko Green threw out the rulebook on playwriting, freeing herself from the traditional expectations of a theatre industry whose very existence was threatened.
November 14, 2025
November 14, 2025 —
The Fellowship Forum at the Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts celebrated the visionary work of UC San Diego students, faculty, and alumni who are redefining the possibilities of film and media. Supported by fellowships that fund exploration and innovation, this year’s fellows shared projects spanning experimental documentaries, immersive installations, and global media research—each a powerful reflection of the creativity and curiosity shaping the cinematic arts at UC San Diego.
October 14, 2025
October 14, 2025 —
Fall brings more than pumpkin spice and cozy sweaters. It marks the start of a dynamic arts season at UC San Diego. We spotlight 10 upcoming events that range from visual arts exhibits and a joyful dance workshops to the debut of new musical compositions and a humorous holiday extravaganza.
