This summer, nearly 200 incoming engineering and computer science students at UC San Diego got a head start on their degrees thanks to two programs that empower students to succeed as undergraduates in these challenging majors, while also learning to make the most of the college experience.
UC San Diego’s Staff Summer Celebration on Aug. 28 brought the campus community together for an afternoon of fun, recognition and relaxation under the sun. Held on Sun God Lawn, this event featured a Hawaiian barbecue lunch, lawn games, music and more.
UC San Diego and its partners Thermo Fisher Scientific and Nikon Instruments have opened the Goeddel Family Technology Sandbox, a hub that brings together cutting-edge instruments for science and education. The facility is one of the world’s most pioneering centers for technology across the biological, physical and health sciences. Transcript
Medical students from across the country came to UC San Diego to learn how to be more empathetic doctors and help them prepare to complete a mentored research project.
As University of California San Diego School of Medicine welcomed its newest class of medical students on Thursday, August 29, the excitement and anticipation was palpable. The newest class of medical students, 152 entering this year, looked eagerly into the cheering crowd for their family, friends and loved ones.
Even today, women remain underrepresented in STEM careers, especially in male-dominated fields like physics, engineering and mathematics. According to the American Association for University Women, women in STEM careers — and girls who study in STEM fields — are still hampered by gender stereotypes, a dearth of role models and a lack of confidence. UC San Diego graduate student Robin Glefke hopes to change that with STEM Girl Summer.
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