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The Class of 2025: Defined by Persistence, Driven by Possibility

June 18, 2025

A surprise drone show capped off All Campus Commencement, celebrating the Class of 2025 with music and sky-lit campus icons. Alumnus and IRONMAN champion Mark Allen urged graduates to pay attention to what calls to them—even if it seems impossible—as it just might lead to their next pursuit.

Audacity, Resilience, Kindness: Student Commencement Speakers Reflect on Triton Journeys

June 10, 2025

Six students who lived, learned and triumphed through the UC San Diego experience will represent the Class of 2025 at All Campus Commencement by sharing words of inspiration as speakers. Get to know each student speaker and the stories behind their Triton journeys.

Students with Dependents Navigate College and Caregiving

May 22, 2025

Students with dependents—a class of students who identify as expecting or current parents, caregivers or guardians—face a host of unique challenges as they juggle responsibilities and the rigor of a UC San Diego education. Three scholars provide insight into the student-parent experience.

Legacies Behind Sun God Festival’s 40-Year History

April 29, 2025

This year, Sun God Festival celebrates its 40th anniversary. Learn about two legendary Tritons who became trailblazers in the music industry and how they leaned into their student experience to bring live music to campus.

For the Love of Nature, Sprout Up Inspires Curiosity in Young Minds

April 24, 2025

Sprout Up at UC San Diego teaches local elementary school kids to think in new ways about the natural world around them. By promoting equitable access to environmental education, Sprout Up cultivates the next generation of Earth's caretakers from the youngest members of society up.

UC San Diego Graduate Programs Recognized Among the Nation’s Best by U.S. News & World Report

April 8, 2025

UC San Diego graduate programs have once again earned top spots in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Graduate School rankings. The 2025 rankings spotlight Jacobs School of Engineering, the School of Medicine and the School of Social Sciences.

Courtside with Coach Eric Olen

March 13, 2025

For the first time in Triton history—and in its first year of full DI eligibility—the men’s basketball team was crowned Big West Regular Season Champions and will compete in the Big West Men's Basketball Championship. Head Coach Eric Olen reflects on the team and what this means for the university.

Bringing New Public Art to Campus

July 16, 2024

The Stuart Collection’s new Emerging Artists Program is commissioning a diverse group of contemporary creatives to expand the storied collection of public art on campus. The Stuart Collection invites everyone from our campus community, region and world to experience the growing collection.

The Preuss School’s 20th Class Sets Out

July 2, 2024

The Preuss School sent its 2024 graduates off into bright futures on June 17. The Class of 2024 has a 99% graduation rate and 94% acceptance rate into four-year universities. With a community of supporters behind them, the scholars aim to be the first in their families to graduate from college.

2024 Black and Xicanx/Latinx Graduations

June 25, 2024

This year, UC San Diego’s Black Resource Center and Raza Resource Centro both celebrated 10-year anniversary milestones. Photos of the 2024 Black and Xicanx/Latinx graduations, held this past June 14, capture the community, culture, strength and joy the centers weave into students’ lives.
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