UC San Diego Glass Center Welcomes Inaugural Leader
With the UC San Diego Glass Center slated to open in early 2026, the Glass Center's Assistant Director Alexander Rosenberg spoke about his vision for the facility and his journey to UC San Diego.
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La Jolla Playhouse Bids Farewell to Long-time Artistic Director
Christopher Ashley, La Jolla Playhouse’s Rich Family Artistic Director, will depart the Playhouse in January 2026 to lead New York City’s esteemed Roundabout Theatre, which presents Broadway and Off-Broadway productions.
Alison O’Daniel Joins UC San Diego as Suraj Israni Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Cinematic Arts
Filmmaking is just 150 years old, and Alison O’Daniel sees the field as ripe for invention. As a visual artist and filmmaker, she explores accessibility, sound and listening across media. She recently joined UC San Diego as the inaugural Suraj Israni Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Cinematic Arts.
King Britt Named MacArthur Foundation Endowed Chair in Digital Media and Learning
For over three decades, King Britt has composed, produced and performed electronic music worldwide. Now a teaching professor in UC San Diego’s Department of Music, he brings this experience to students as the new MacArthur Foundation Endowed Chair in Digital Media and Learning.
New Major in Cinematic Arts Premieres
UC San Diego has launched a new major in cinematic arts. The interdisciplinary program blends film theory and production, offering over 90 courses across visual arts, communication, literature, ethnic studies, sociology, history, and theatre and dance.
Broadway Visionary Des McAnuff Joins UC San Diego in Fall 2025
Tony Award-winning director Des McAnuff will join the University of California San Diego as the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Professor of Practice in Theatre and Dance during the 2025-26 academic year. The position was established with philanthropic support from Irwin Jacobs.
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