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Understanding Caste and the Power of Empathy in Human Health

March 3, 2022

…Center for Empathy and Social Justice and Human Health at the T. Denny Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion, and UC San Diego Health invited Wilkerson to discuss her research into the history of caste in the United States and the resulting No. 1 New York Times bestseller she authored,…

UC San Diego Commits $2.5M to the Black Studies Project

October 22, 2020

…focused on racial and social justice across our university and beyond. The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion was integral in securing the commitment. “One of UC San Diego’s strategic goals is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive university community that encourages respectful open dialogue, and…

Meet Becky Petitt

June 4, 2015

…focused on educational administration, social justice and organizational development. This unique combination of disciplinary knowledge informs her excellent command of issues of equity, diversity and inclusion, in higher education. A native of Texas, she received a Bachelor of Science from Sam Houston State University and both a master’s and doctorate…

Celebrating the Movers Who Shaped Black History

January 31, 2019

…Prey, explores issues of social justice and pan-African consciousness. Feb. 13, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m., 22nd Annual Black History Celebration: Poetry and Migration: This all-day luncheon and celebration will feature art, music, dance, spoken word, a special themed menu and raffle prizes. Feb. 14, 3:30 - 6:30 p.m., Film…

Urologists Investigate Climate Change, Health Rights and Gender Equity

November 29, 2022

The Urology for Social Responsibility seminar will be offered in the T. Denny Sanford Center Medical Education and Telemedicine on the UC San Diego campus from January 14 to 15, 2023.

Dancing Joyously for Justice

September 24, 2024

Ana María Álvarez calls herself an “artivist.” As head of UC San Diego’s dance area in the Department of Theatre and Dance, she is expanding the notion of dance as a tool for imagining new futures. “Art has the capacity to shift worlds and redefine narratives.”

Activism and Civil Rights Center of UC San Diego’s 2017 César E. Chávez Celebration

March 29, 2017

…uphold a vibrant tradition of activism, cultural heritage and social justice. The annual campus celebration, which takes place from March to May, commemorates the life and legacy of American farm worker, labor leader and civil rights activist César E. Chávez for his commitment to the rights of underserved community members…

Shifting Perspectives: Equity in Mental Health Event Explores Concepts of Self-Care, Rest

April 4, 2024

The latest event in UC San Diego’s Equity in Mental health series brought together staff and campus community members to discuss wellness and rest from an intersectional and social justice perspective.

Doing the ‘Cha-Cha’ with Acclaimed Journalist and Author Charles Blow

October 31, 2023

…personality known for his fearless brand of political and social commentary, Charles M. Blow will share his experiences as part of the UC San Diego Extended Studies Helen Edison Lecture Series on November 6, 2023 at Park & Market in Downtown San Diego.

UC San Diego Rings in 2020 with Changemaker Week

January 16, 2020

…members to create positive social change through public and community service, research, social innovation, social entrepreneurship and social justice. Kicking off with the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Jan. 18, the week includes free activities, workshops and discussions ranging from a sustainability scavenger hunt across campus community…

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