July 26, 2016
University of California San Diego friend and supporter, Conrad Prebys died on Sunday, July 24, following a battle with cancer. The San Diego philanthropist and businessman was 82.
June 2, 2022
…process. Her desire to give back to others drives Lopez Razo to keep pushing forward, keep learning and keep taking chances that force her to embrace the unknown wholeheartedly. After graduating from UC San Diego with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Lopez Razo plans to work in the pharmaceutical and…
May 21, 2015
…San Diego’s most prominent philanthropists and business leaders. “When a woman would come in and say, ‘Thank you doctor, you saved my life,’ my father said it was like making a million dollars. He instilled in me the thought that helping others is fruitful.” Helping others has been a decades-long…
April 25, 2024
To celebrate Volunteer Appreciation Week (April 21-27), UC San Diego Today is illuminating the stories of three passionate volunteers. They each embody the spirit of service, inspiring the campus community with their unwavering commitment to making a difference on local, regional and global scales.
June 19, 2012
…made a difference with philanthropy Sheldon and Susan Engelhorn were both awarded the Chancellor’s Medal at the Founders’ Dinner 2011. Photo by Erik Jepsen/UC San Diego Publications The University of California, San Diego has announced the recipients of the prestigious Chancellor’s Medals for 2012. Those chosen for the honor are…
November 12, 2015
…Here’s an opportunity to give students access to something that hopefully could improve their lives, which they might not be able to do without some assistance.” Late adolescence and early adulthood represent a critical time to identify mental illnesses and provide evidence-based treatments. Emerging research indicates that early interventions can…
December 11, 2014
…appreciation of their generous philanthropy, the former Forum Studio at UC San Diego was renamed the Theodore and Adele Shank Theatre. Many of Shank’s students have gone on to successful careers in theater, film and television, as well as in academia, including Naomi Iizuka (’92), who is now directing the…
April 7, 2020
Experts at UC San Diego are available to discuss the novel coronavirus, the COVID-19 illness and the societal impacts of the pandemic.
April 9, 2015
Campus Launches Philanthropic Crowdfunding Platform What do a new ballpark, cross-country electric vehicle demonstration and “home-away-from-home” for families of hospital patients have in common? Each is raising support through Crowdsurf, UC San Diego’s new philanthropic crowdfunding initiative. Crowdsurf provides a way for donors to directly support student and campus projects…
November 20, 2014
…CareMore than 1,000 Donors Give $131 Million in Support of Jacobs Medical CenterRelated StoryUC San Diego Raises $148.3 Million in Private SupportCommitted to fostering the future of health care in San Diego, more than 1,000 donors have contributed $131 million to UC San Diego’s Jacobs Medical Center. Included in the…
