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Scuba Diving Generates Up to $20 Billion Annually

July 25, 2025

An international study estimates that scuba diving contributes between $8.5 and $20.4 billion to the global economy each year, supporting up to 124,000 jobs across 170 countries, offering an economic incentive for marine conservation.

Five Years, 1,851 Graduates, and a Promise for the Future of Public Health

July 21, 2025

In just five years, the UC San Diego Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science is redefining what it takes to be a public health professional. Its graduates are proof that public health isn't confined to hospitals or labs. It lives in city planning, data science and more.

San Diego Gelato Shop Named Best in US for Second Year

July 18, 2025

UC San Diego alumni Kris Warren and Travis Bailey have created a must-visit foodie destination in North Park.

Moving Data to the Speed of Light: Polaris Electro-Optics Rides the Wave of the Future

July 14, 2025

Startup Polaris Electro-Optics is developing a device that enables higher speed, more efficient and more cost-effective data transfer, leveraging facilities at UC San Diego Qualcomm Institute and the talent of UC San Diego alumni.

‘Find that Pursuit’

June 12, 2025

We spoke with Allen to learn his thoughts on giving the commencement speech and the wisdom he plans to impart on the Class of 2025.

UC San Diego Alumna Carrie Mae Weems Shares Hard Truths

June 3, 2025

Artist Carrie Mae Weems, MFA ’84, has been inspired to create work that addresses big questions: Who wields power, and who is relegated to the fringes? What unites people, and what causes them to fall apart?

Interested in Finding Your Next (Elevated) Beach Read?

May 30, 2025

A collection of recent books by UC San Diego faculty and alumni.

Skills Learned at UC San Diego Lead to Successful Engineering Career

May 29, 2025

The connections and friendships Jim Kaplan ’84 made at UC San Diego are also among his fondest memories from campus.

A Battery Breakthrough Inspired by a Can of Compressed Air

May 8, 2025

A UC San Diego engineering alumnus reflects on how a chance curiosity about a can of compressed air, along with support across campus, fueled an innovation in battery technology.

UC San Diego Alumna Makes an Impact on the International Stage

May 6, 2025

In recognition of her work on COP28, UC San Diego alumna Soraya Gargash ’22 was presented with the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) highest award in civil service, by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, president of the UAE. Photo courtesy of Soraya Gargash.
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