October 8, 2015
…ties to his ancestral heritage. She still plays an active role in San Diego’s Greek Orthodox community, and serves as a trustee of the UC San Diego Foundation Board and member of the UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center Board of Visitors. The Revelle Medal—created in honor of Roger Revelle…
June 6, 2023
Since 1954, Scripps Institution of Oceanography has set the standard for diver training at the University of California and has created opportunities for hundreds of scientific divers.
June 25, 2020
…his Iranian and Mexican heritage to provide care for others and uses that as a driving force for his career goals. “I’ve personally seen how a person’s race directly affects their health outcomes and believe that medical science hasn’t gotten us there on its own. This work must be guided…
March 8, 2018
…of perspective, background and heritage are valued at UC San Diego to create an inclusive community where all can thrive. In 2017-18, the campus recognized 20 individuals, departments and organizational units for their outstanding contributions in the areas of equal opportunity, affirmative action, diversity and the UC San Diego Principles…
November 29, 2018
…reminds her of her heritage. There is a library and study spaces, surrounded by vibrant murals. But most importantly, there is community—a group that genuinely cares about each other’s wellbeing and success. “Leaving home was difficult; I was the first one to leave without getting married,” said Hernandez, who is…
October 6, 2016
…is passionate about his heritage and promoting the well-being of people and our planet. As a scientist, he seeks to tap into the microscopic world of bacteria, fungi, viruses and other microbes. These microbiomes, or communities of microorganisms and their gene products, live in our bodies and on our skin…
February 24, 2022
…to preserve Chinese American culture. We are pleased to recognize her many contributions by naming our Biomedical Library in her honor. The Sally T. WongAvery Library will remain a lasting legacy for Sally and her family for decades to come.” WongAvery’s gift is among the largest dedicated library endowments to…
February 6, 2020
…can surpass barriers of culture and language, and I feel so grateful to have been a part of this experience. Patricia Castillo, B.S. Bioengineering: My absolute favorite moment of the trip was when we went to Jaipur Foot and saw Albert walk and jump on his new leg that [the…
