February 11, 2021
…“Production Process: Anti-Racism, Activism, Advocacy, and the Stage Manager’s Role.” Porter, who invited Luong to take the upper-level courses, said his research was impeccable. “Alex is a storyteller and changemaker. I have witnessed a substantial change in him as he has boldly shared his story and embraced his identity as…
July 9, 2024
“The Science of Story” is an exciting six-day journey into the realm of storytelling hosted by UC San Diego and headlined by Star Trek stars George Takei and John Cho. The event leads into Comic-Con, where the convergence of creativity, innovation and dialogue exemplifies the dynamic spirit of our community.
September 22, 2022
Five UC San Diego bioengineering and bioinformatics graduate students have been honored as 2023 Siebel Scholars. The Siebel Scholars program recognizes the most talented students in the world’s leading graduate schools of business, computer science, bioengineering and energy science.
November 15, 2022
A social justice warrior who loves biology, nature and teaching, alumna Kristin Brownell MD/MPH is a core faculty member at the Family Health Centers of San Diego. She is dedicated to improving primary care for refugees, immigrants and other underserved groups.
September 15, 2017
A new study evaluating models of future climate scenarios has led to the creation of the new risk categories “catastrophic” and “unknown” to characterize the range of threats posed by rapid global warming. Researchers propose that unknown risks imply existential threats to the survival of humanity.
March 13, 2014
…Family to inspire service, advocacy and philanthropy. “This year’s recognition of our alumni programs, marketing, and publications reflects our collaboration with many campus partners,” said Armin Afsahi, associate vice chancellor, Alumni and Community Engagement. “We share this special recognition with our partners as together we reflect UC San Diego’s ideals…
January 21, 2021
…groups We recognize that advocacy of this nature is a privilege, and not everyone is able to do so safely. If you are in the position to support women and underrepresented groups and have the energy, pick a cause and lean into it. Also, recognize that this action can take…
March 16, 2023
A culturally affirming, community-led transformation model pioneered by the UC San Diego Refugee Health Unit will be replicated across California, providing vital academic and social support to newly arrived Afghan youth and families during resettlement.
April 22, 2021
…communities through policy work, advocacy and research. Launched in 2017, the Refugee Health Unit focuses on helping refugee communities overcome health inequities and improve their agency so individuals feel represented as part of the larger community. “For us, our work is more about looking at the issue of systemic racism…
August 22, 2024
San Diego-based business leader, art collector and philanthropist, Matthew Strauss, died on Aug. 20. He was 91. Together with his beloved wife of 70 years, Iris, Strauss made a major impact on San Diego with support in areas including arts, culture and cancer research.
