Student Updates

GEPA VIRTUAL STUDENT HOURS - LAST SESSION OF THE QUARTER

March 13, 2023 (updated)

Graduate and Professional students are welcome to "drop in" during Student Hours to ask questions of and share ideas with members of the Graduate Education leadership team. This week, it will be:

• James Antony, Dean
• Judy Kim, Senior Associate Dean
• Erica Lennard, Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs

DATE: Wednesday, March 15
TIME: 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM PT
REGISTER HERE 

TEACHING + LEARNING COMMONS OFFERINGS

March 6, 2023

Check out the flyer for the Spring 2023 offerings to support Graduate Student Instructors! 

DESIGN@LARGE: RE-IMAGINING HOW WE CREATE AND CONSUME VIDEO

March 6, 2023

Design@Large seminar series features distinguished academic, industry, and civic speakers speakers in design.  The series aims to showcase the ever-evolving, interdisciplinary nature of design in a real-world context. These talks are open and free to the public.

Capturing and sharing video is now easier than ever. Yet creating and consuming with video remains hard. Our video interfaces today are still rooted in a timeline and force users to deal with individual frames despite advances in video understanding that now show who is in a video, what they are saying, and how they feel. In this talk, Mira Dontcheva will share a framework for understanding common video tasks followed by research projects that point to the possibilities for future video tools. 

TITLE: Re-imagining How We Create and Consume Video
DATE: Wednesday, March 8
TIME: 4:00 - 5:00 PM PT
LOCATION: The Design & Innovation Building, Room 208
REGISTER HERE 

WOMEN'S HERSTORY MONTH EVENT: GRAD OPEN MIC NIGHT

March 6, 2023

Have you taken a look at the Women's History Month Events? 

Sponsored by the Women's Center and the Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs (GEPA), this event gives Grad Students an opportunity to showcase their talents. Celebrate Women’s Herstory Month by taking the mic and sharing a piece of work that inspires or moves you. They welcome original work or you can choose your favorite piece to read. They invite you to contribute spoken word, poetry, music, short stories, comedy, etc. All works are welcomed, though they encourage you to keep in mind the WHM theme,“Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories.”

Pizza and soda will be provided for all attendees, and performers get a special goodie bag! 

DATE: Thursday, March 9
TIME: 5:00-6:30 PM PT
LOCATION: UC San Diego Women's Center
Audience members do NOT need to register. Registration link for performers is here.

YOGA UNDER THE STARS TOMORROW

March 6, 2023

UC San Diego Recreation is bringing together students for, "Tritons RISE Yoga Under the Stars". They will be focusing on recharging your inner star’s glow going into the final weeks of the winter quarter. FREE coffee, tea, and hot cocoa will be provided during the Stargazing Social following yoga. Bring a yoga mat/towel and be sure to layer up to stay cozy as it gets chilly after sunset.

This special Winter Wellness pop-up event is sponsored by the VCSA office.

DATE: Tuesday, March 7
TIME: 5:30 - 8:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Meet at the outdoor level of Geisel Library
REGISTER HERE

FULBRIGHT DAY: THURSDAY, MARCH 9

February 27, 2023

Global Initiatives is proud to host UC San Diego's sixth annual Fulbright Day on Thursday, March 9, 2023! Students, faculty, lecturers, postdocs and staff are invited to learn about the hundreds of awards available  to teach, study, work or conduct research abroad! There are opportunities in more than 140 countries for all disciplines and professions! 

In addition to the two main information sessions and an optional writing workshop for students, participants are invited to attend a community-building lunch, and a networking happy hour event at Underbelly! Review the day's program below, and register for the sessions or events that best suits your interest in Fulbright!

Please note that you must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible for awards via the U.S. Student and U.S. Scholar Program. For information on Fulbright opportunities for other citizenships, visit the Fulbright Foreign Student and Fulbright Foreign Scholar pages. 

Fulbright Day is an in-person event and the sessions will not be recorded. 

STUDENT HEALTH URGENT CARE VS UCSD HEALTH EXPRESS CARE CLINIC

February 27, 2023

The UC San Diego Student Health and Well-being weekly newsletter explained...

Call (858) 534-3300 to schedule an appointment to be seen at Student Health Services Primary Care or Urgent Care. Telehealth appointments are also available!

Student Health Service has an After Hours Nurse Advice Line available for students. Any time Student Health Services is closed, you can call our regular telephone number (858) 534-3300 and select option #1, "After Hours Advice" to speak with a registered nurse who will assist you in obtaining the appropriate care.

Students with UC SHIP need a referral from Student Health Services before scheduling a visit with UC San Diego Health Express Care Clinic. If you do not get a referral, you will be billed for the visit.

For now, we recommend that students with UC SHIP use Live Health Online when SHS is closed. The coupon code UCSDMEDICAL will cover the cost of the patient’s co-pay. 

REMAINING BLACK HISTORY MONTH EVENTS

February 27, 2023

There are still a few Black History Month events. Check them out here.

VISUAL ARTS GRADUATE OPEN STUDIOS

February 22, 2023

Open Studios will feature over 30 MFA & PhD artists' open studios, exhibitions, screenings, and publications produced in the Department of Visual Arts. The artists will be present in their studios throughout the afternoon and excited to talk about and share their work.

DATE: March 4
TIME: 2:00 - 6:00 PM PT
LOCATION: UC San Diego Visual Arts Facility
SEE MORE HERE ON THE EVENT SITE

Virtual studios and representations of the various exhibitions will be viewable online starting March 4th at https://visarts.ucsd.edu/gradexhibitions.

BLACK STUDIES PROJECT CALL FOR 23-24 DISSERTATION FELLOWSHIP APPLICATIONS 

February 21, 2023

UC San Diego’s Black Studies Project is soliciting applications for its 2023-24 Dissertation Fellowships. BSP Dissertation Fellowships are intended to provide one summer and/or one academic quarter of support to students who are well advanced in the dissertation research or writing stages of their doctoral program. Learn more here and the deadline to apply is Friday, March 10, 2023.

ADDITIONAL PASSPORT OFFICE NOW OPEN

February 21, 2023

Available to all UCSD staff, faculty, students and alumni: two convenient locations. See more info here.

HAVE YOUR VOICE HEARD: APPLY TO BE THE NEXT STUDENT REGENT

February 21, 2023

The University of California Board of Regents is searching for the 2024-25 student regent to serve on UC’s governing body. The student regent is a full voting member of the board, representing students across the university’s 10-campus system. This impactful role brings the voice of the student to every issue and decision before the board.

All UC students are eligible for this life-changing opportunity, which comes with a stipend and a waiver for all systemwide tuition and fees during the two-year term of service.

Learn more here and the deadline to apply is March 12. 

TEACHING + LEARNING COMMONS WEBINAR

February 21, 2023

Supporting Students While Preserving Yourself
DATE: Thursday, February 23
TIME: 9:30 - 10:30 AM PT
REGISTER HERE 

GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL STUDENT ASSOCIATION (GPSA) ANNUAL AWARDS

February 21, 2023

GPSA has announced the call for nominations for 2023 GPSA Community Awards and the 11th Annual GPSA Interdisciplinary Research Awards. 

• Community Awards honors community members at UC San Diego who exceed expectations in their contributions to graduate and professional student life. To learn more about the award categories and to nominate someone, please see the announcement here.
• Interdisciplinary Research Awards are presented to four students conducting innovative and interdisciplinary research. To learn more about the award criteria and to apply, please see the announcement here.

Note: All award applications and nominations for these two awards are due on Friday, March 17, 2023. 

TEACHING & LEARNING COMMONS WRITING RESOURCES

February 21, 2023

Writing Retreat for Graduate Students
DATES: Saturday & Sunday, February 25 & 26
TIMES: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM PT
REGISTER HERE

Graduate Students Virtual Writing Room
DATES: Mondays - Wednesdays - Fridays
TIMES: 9:00 - 11:00 AM PT
REGISTER HERE

SUPPORT RESOURCES

February 15, 2023

In case you didn't get a chance to see the Chancellor and VC Petitt's recent campus notice, please know that the following resources are available in light of the earthquakes in Syria and Turkey as well as the many recent tragic events.

Students are invited to join in community to process the recent earthquakes affecting Syria and Turkey and engage with others via a dedicated Community Support and Processing Space facilitated by CAPS clinicians on Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 3 p.m. in the Career Services Center’s Horizon Room.

To seek counseling support, students are always encouraged to reach out to Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). CAPS provides free, confidential counseling and crisis services and community forums for registered UC San Diego students, and can be reached at (858) 534-3755.

Campus employees can contact the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program at (858) 534-5523. UC San Diego Health employees can call (866) 808-6205 (use company code UCSDMC) or review information pertaining to the Employee Assistance Program on Health HR's website.

For more information and upcoming events, visit the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion’s website.

CALLING ALL STEM STUDENTS INTERESTED IN THE ROLE OF SCIENCE IN POLICYMAKING

February 13, 2023

UC San Diego's Office of the Government and Community Relations will sponsor two UC San Diego students to participate in the 2023 Catalyzing Advocacy in Science and Engineering (CASE) Workshop hosted by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) in Washington, D.C., on March 26-29, 2023. 

UC San Diego sponsorship includes the cost of workshop registration, airfare, lodging and incidentals. Applicants must commit and be available to travel to Washington, D.C., Saturday, March 25 to Wednesday, March 29. 

The workshop is an entry-level program organized to educate STEM students interested in the role of science in policymaking, the federal policymaking process, and how to advocate for research. Students will learn about Congress, budget and appropriations, and tools for effective science communication and civic engagement. On the last day of the program, students will meet with Congressmembers and staff.

To apply for UC San Diego sponsorship, applicants are being asked to complete this form by Wednesday, February 15. Applications will be screened by a UC San Diego review panel and selections will be made by Friday, February 17.

We realize that academic commitments may make it difficult for some students to participate, but we feel it’s a wonderful opportunity for anyone who can work it into their schedules.

Contact Natalie Alpert or Carl Welliver with any questions. 

TAX RESOURCES AND WORKSHOPS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

February 6, 2023

The International Students and Programs Office (ISPO) is offering international students general tax guidance and resources for this year's filing season. Please visit ISPO's Tax Guidance for International Students page for details. While ISPO is unable to offer students specific tax advice, these resources may help. Students are also invited to attend this year's virtual Federal and State Tax Workshops, organized by the International Faculty & Scholars Office (IFSO). 

2022-2023 CO-CURRICULAR RECORD APPLICATION DEADLINE: 2/15/23

February 6, 2023

What's a CCR? UC San Diego has an official record called the Co-Curricular Record (CCR) which highlights student involvement and achievements in opportunities beyond the classroom. Each opportunity includes a brief description and the competencies and skills developed on an official record.

There is still time to join the 22-23 CCR Application Process! For inspiration on the possibilities of the CCR, check out the CCR Recognized List!

Begin your Initial Application today and you will be on your way towards Co-Curricular Record (CCR) Recognition for co-curricular engagement. Get your Initial Application in by February 15^th (extended deadline!) to unlock the rest of the CCR Application Process. 

CAREER CENTER PANEL: TO PHD OR NOT? 

February 6, 2023

Check out "To PhD or Not?: A Conversation on Career Advancement in the Industry for Undergraduate and Graduate Students.

DATE: Tuesday, February 14
TIME: 1:00 - 2:00 PM PT
REGISTER HERE

When should students think about pursuing an advanced degree? Is there a limit to how much one can move up within a specified field without the PhD? What are some of the factors and considerations that should guide their decisions? Is industry experience needed before making this decision? Do they need a PhD to enter into specific fields? Is a masters enough? This panel will join experts from various disciplines and examine these sorts of questions about pursuing additional degrees.

WI23 GEPA STUDENT HOURS SESSION 2 OF 3

February 6, 2023

Graduate and Professional students are welcome to "drop in" during virtual Student Hours to ask questions of and share ideas with members of the Graduate Education leadership team.

DATE: Monday, February 13, 2023
TIME: 3:00 - 4:15 PM PT
REGISTER HERE

FYI: students who attend them ask questions about resources for new students, preparing for graduation, and everything in between. And please know that you can request to talk one-on-one in a Zoom room, if you’d prefer to speak privately.

LAST GRAD SLAM INFO SESSION

January 30, 2023 (updated)

Have you ever wished you could win cash prizes for getting better at explaining the impact of your research to regular folks? Well, check out the last Grad SLAM Informational Session to learn more about this annual public speaking competition. 

DATE: Thursday, February 2
TIME: 11:00 AM PT
REGISTER HERE

January 30, 2023

This year's theme is "Black Resistance, The Work Toward Freedom Continues." We so appreciate the work of the Black History Month Planning Committee, who are again this year are putting together terrific educational and celebratory campus activities such as the...  

UCSD Black History Month Celebration and Scholarship Awards Ceremony coming up on Saturday, February 25. Please note that this is a sponsored event. Schools/Divisions who sponsor the event will notify their constiuencies of opportunities to reserve a seat at their table(s).

The featured keynote speaker will be Dr. Mary Frances Berry, professor, writer, lawyer, whose public service included work in three presidential administrations. Dr. Berry, a longtime activist for civil rights and freedom, will share her expertise on where we go from here, as we watch many of those hard-won freedoms fall away. In addition, please consider contributing to the UJIMA Network Black History Month Scholarship fund. Live entertainment provided by DJ Kandu Moore, and recognition of student scholars at UC San Diego. ASL Interpreters will be available at the event. 

But please visit the website to see the FULL LINE UP OF EVENTS! 

FROM STUDENT HEALTH AND WELL-BEING

January 30, 2023

Student Health and Well-Being would like to recognize the tragedies of this past week, including multiple incidents of race-based violence, specifically against our Asian and Black communities. We would like you to know that CAPS provides Community Forums in which students who share similar experiences and identities can come together for discussion and support. We are stronger together. In addition to our regular forum series, the following support spaces are available:

Reflections on Tyre Nichols
DATE: Monday, 1/30/23
TIME: 3:00–4:30 PM PT
LOCATION: Black Resource Center

In this safe space, we'll give our community the opportunity to give voice to their feelings and emotions around recent events, to share how they've been impacted, and to discuss where they think we go from here. Faculty, staff, and others are invited to listen and hear our students and to show solidarity.

Community Support Space
DATE: Thursday, 2/2/23
TIME: 2:00–3:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Cross Cultural Center (Price Ctr, 2nd fl)

Join us in a safe space to process recent events. Journal, listen to calming music, share snacks or talk, and engage with other community members.

Counseling Services
We understand that events of this nature can affect everyone in different ways. If you are experiencing feelings of grief or anxiety, UC San Diego has resources to support you. Students seeking immediate mental health and coping support can contact Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at (858) 534-3755. Campus faculty, staff, and postdocs can contact the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program at (858) 534-5523.

CAREER CENTER GRADUATE STUDENT DROP IN ADVISING

January 23, 2023 

UC San Diego Career Center is offering drop in advising. Meet with one of their Graduate Peer Educators to:

• Review Resumes and Cover Letters
• Receive General Job Tips
• Get Connected to More Resources

WHEN: Every Tuesday 2:00-4:00 PM PT and Wednesday 1:00-3:00 PM PT
WHERE: In the Career Center

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA BLACK HISTORY MONTH EVENTS

January 23, 2023

As you know, February is Black History Month, but take a look at the University of California events that have already begun and extend into early March here.

TEACHING + LEARNING COMMONS OFFERINGS

January 23, 2023

Guiding Students in Learning: Asking the Right Questions
How do you help guide students to figure out an answer, rather than just telling them? This workshop will focus on questioning strategies to encourage an inquiry mindset, enhance student learning, and respond to common student errors.

These strategies are especially applicable in one-on-one or small group interactions that occur in discussion sections, office hours, laboratory sections, etc. Methods to increase student participation in these settings will also be discussed.

DATE: Wednesday, February 1
TIME: 4:00 - 5:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Zoom 
REGISTER HERE

Teaching Large Classrooms
This course is aimed at those preparing to teach as Associate-In, but all are welcome.

DATE: Wednesday, February 15
TIME: 4:00 - 4:50 PM PT
LOCATION: Zoom 
REGISTER HERE

And check out more opportunities for Support for Graduate Student Instructors here.

Online Resources for Instructional Assistants are here:

• Welcome Packet
• Foundational Tasks Checklist

NEW MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT APP: TOGETHERALL

January 23, 2023

Togetherall is an app that has just been shared by Student Affairs. It features free, anonymous, peer-to-peer, mental health support for our students. It’s a safe, online community to share feelings anonymously and get support to improve mental health and wellbeing. In the community people support each other, safely monitored by licensed and registered mental health practitioners. All students are encouraged to join Togetherall today! 

SUPPORT SPACE IN REPSONSE TO MASS SHOOTING IN MONTEREY PARK 

January 23, 2023

Dr. Fengqin Lian from CAPS and Kevin Baldueza from Student Affairs Case Management are offering a support space for students impacted by the lost lives from the mass shooting during the Lunar New Year celebration in Monterey Park, CA. This is a supportive environment for all students who would like to process thoughts and feelings about the event. This is a safe space for students to connect and receive support.

DATE: Tuesday, January 24, 2023
TIME: 4:00 - 5:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Price Center West – Green Room West

This meeting is not professional counseling. If you would like professional counseling or mental health treatment, please call the CAPS central office at (858) 534-3755 to make an appointment. If you are unable to attend this space, we hope you can join us in the APIMEDA Community Forums.

WINTER GRAD DISSERTATION/THESIS SUBMISSION & FORMATTING WEBINAR

january 18, 2023

Graduate Division Academic Advisors will review the Dissertation/Thesis submission process and give a brief overview of formatting. The webinar is mostly aimed at students who are planning to file for graduation in Winter 2023 or Spring 2023. 

TOPICS TO BE COVERED:
Dissertation/thesis submission process
Formatting guidelines
Co-author permission letters

DATE: Wednesday, January 25
TIME: 10:00 - 11:30 AM PT
REGISTER:  https://bit.ly/ThesisWorkshopWinter23 (You must sign into your Zoom account before you can register.)

Full information on submission and formatting can be found on our Preparing to Graduate page here.

GRAD SLAM INFO SESSIONS

January 17, 2023

Have you ever wished you could win cash prizes for getting better at explaining the impact of your research to regular folks? Well, check out one of the upcoming Grad SLAM Informational Sessions to learn more about this annual public speaking competition. 

• Wednesday, January 18 at Noon PT: Register here
• Tuesday, January 24 at 3:00 PM PT: Register here
• Thursday, February 2 at 11:00 AM PT: Register here

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GRAND RE-OPENING OF TRITON FIT PARK

January 11, 2023

Tomorrow, Thursday, January 12, 3:00-6:00 PM PT, there will be a Grand Re-Opening of the Triton Fit Park, which is behind the Main Gym between the Natatorium and the Triton Bar Park. 

At UC San Diego, changemaking is in our DNA! Discover how to create positive social change through public and community service, research, social innovation, social entrepreneurship, social justice, and more. Changemaker Week 2023 is held in conjunction with Martin Luther King Jr. Day. 

We welcome all graduate students interested in how to get involved in and outside of UC San Diego’s campus. Our featured student panelists will discuss mentorship programs and other initiatives they have led at UC San Diego and in their respective communities. Graduate students, undergraduate students, staff, and faculty looking for partnership opportunities and ways to collaborate with graduate and undergraduate student programming and other service projects are welcome to our panel. 

CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND STUDENT APPEALS

January 9, 2022

Occasionally interactions between students, staff and faculty result in misunderstandings, disputes and/or differences of opinion. In the majority of instances these differences can be resolved as a result of an informal discussion between the persons involved. UC San Diego encourages students to promptly pursue informal action first. In instances where informal resolution is unsuccessful, students have various formal avenues for complaint resolution that are detailed here.  

TRITON LEADERS CONFERENCE

January 9, 2023

The upcoming Triton Leaders Conference, February 3-4, will be a weekend of advocacy and empowerment, as they explore solutions to address disparities in health care.

Impacting quality of life and mortality rates, health care disparities run deep in America and are inexorably tied to factors such as race, gender, geography and income. This two-day conference, Building an Equitable Future in Health Care, will feature experts working in the field who will help identify and understand the complex underpinnings of existing inequities, while seeking to find potential solutions. Students are welcome to attend!

DATES: Friday, February 3 and Saturday, February 4, 2023
LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE 

THESIS & DISERTATION COMMITTEES

January 9, 2022

Are you nearing the end of your academic career here at UC San Diego? Is it time for you to start putting together your Master's or Doctoral Committee? Check out this page for all the details including a new lookup tool that can tell you if a faculty member is eligible to serve on a committee.

2023 STUDENT WELL FEST

January 9, 2023

The Student Well Fest (previously the Wellness Symposium) is coming up!

This event has been designed to support the well-being of every student, regardless of where they are in their wellness journey. The focus of the event is to provide students with the opportunity to access resources and tools to define or reassess their wellness goals, stress management skills, resiliency, and start on a path to a healthier life filled with personal growth beyond academics. The Student Well Fest is centered around the eight dimensions of well-being and will provide students with opportunities to engage with each other, learn wellness skills, and discover resources on campus.  

DATE: Tuesday, January 24th and Wednesday, January 25th 
TIME: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM PT 
LOCATION: Price Center 
REGISTER HERE

CALIFORNIA COUNCIL ON SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FELLOWS PROGRAM WEBINAR

January 9, 2023

The CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows program places PhD-level scientists, engineers, and social scientists in the California State Legislature, State Agencies, and Offices of the Governor for a year of public policy, leadership training, and public service—training scientific thinkers to be policy-savvy, while helping equip California’s decision makers with science-savvy staff. Discover how the CCST S&T Policy Fellows make a difference in California’s policy arena and learn how to apply at CCST.us/CCST-Science-Fellows-Program.  

And check out the upcoming webinar: Navigating the CCST Fellowship Application & Interview Process

DATE: January 12
TIME: 11:00 AM PT
LOCATION: 
REGISTER HERE

CDC REQUIREMENTS FOR AIR PASSENGARS ENTERING US FROM PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA (PRC)

January 3, 2023

On 12/28/2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a Press Release announcing requirements for a negative COVID test (PCR or antigen) within two days prior to departure for all air passengers two years or older entering the U.S. from mainland China (including Hong Kong and Macau) or documentation of recovery from COVID.  The restriction also applies to passengers from the PRC via third country transit and goes into effect at 12:01am Eastern Standard Time on January 5th, 2023.  This requirement may negatively impact the ability of new or returning UC San Diego students and scholars traveling from the PRC to arrive on campus. 

Below is guidance that UC San Diego is providing for international students and scholars who may be impacted by the new CDC requirement. 

International Students 

• For newly admitted students unable to arrive by your program start date, work with the International Students and Programs Office (ISPO) to amend your program start date or receive a travel support letter as needed. 
• For continuing students unable to arrive for or return to their studies: 
  • Undergraduate Students: Work with your Undergraduate College and academic department advisors regarding questions about Winter 2023 enrollment and making academic progress. 
  • Graduate Students: Work with your Graduate Coordinator and Faculty Advisor regarding questions about Winter 2023 enrollment, employment, and making academic progress. 
• For students living in on-campus housing, a rapid antigen test 24-48 hours before returning to campus is required. You may use the negative COVID test results (PCR or antigen) documentation required for entering the U.S. to meet this campus requirement. Then, residential students must complete a PCR test on Day 1 and Day 3 after moving in for the Winter 2023 quarter.  
• For more information and additional support, contact ISPO or meet with an International Student Advisor. 

International Scholars 

• For scholars unable to arrive for program start dates or to continue their research, work with your sponsoring department and the International Faculty and Scholars Office (IFSO) to amend your program start date as needed. 
• For scholars already on payroll, work with your sponsoring department to explore various leave options or, in consultation with your sponsoring department, Export Control, and other appropriate offices, explore whether remote work might be allowed. 
• For more information and additional support, contact IFSO or meet with an International Scholar Advisor. 

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TEACHING + LEARNING COMMONS OFFERINGS

January 3, 2023

Leading Sections 101: Practical Plans
What first impressions will you make with students and how will you set the tone for the quarter? Together we will discuss and develop practical plans for your first day, including actionable practices for structuring the section, creating a sense of community, and sharing consistent expectations with the students.

DATE: Thursday, January 5
TIME: 1:00 - 2:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Zoom 
REGISTER HERE

Teaching What You Don't Know
We don’t always get to teach subject matter that falls right within our area of expertise. In this workshop, we explore how teaching new or less well-known material can actually be an advantage—both for the instructor and for students-- and share practical tips for navigating this experience.

DATE: Monday, January 9
TIME: 10:00 - 11:00 AM PT
LOCATION: Zoom 
REGISTER HERE

And check out more opportunities for Support for Graduate Student Instructors here.

Online Resources for Instructional Assistants are here:

• Welcome Packet
• Foundational Tasks Checklist

COMMUNITY FORUMS FROM CAPS

January 3, 2023

Community Forums, brought to you by Counseling and Psychological Services, are identity-based forums to serve diverse student groups. Community Forums offer a space where we can focus on building connections & community, share and exchange ideas, and learn from each other. These forums are offered for free throughout the quarter for all registered UC San Diego students. Check out the complete listing of all our Community Forums offered. 

LABOR NEGOTIATIONS UPDATE

January 3, 2022 (updated)

Per this press release, the University of California graduate student researchers and academic student workers voted to approve new contracts, which ended their strike on December 23, 2022. 

"On Dec. 9, Postdoctoral Scholars and Academic Researchers ratified separate contracts with the University. Further information about all four agreements between the University and the UAW may be found on our website here."

In case it's helpful, you can find factual information about the recent labor negotiations on this webpage.

LATINX HERITAGE MONTH

September 26, 2022

This October, all are invited to commemorate Latinx Heritage Month at UC San Diego through a series of events. From a screening of the movie Selena to a lively ballet folklorico performance, the lineup of programs honors the contributions of Latinx people and celebrate the intersectional identities and diversity within the Latinx/Chicanx community. View the event calendar at latinxheritagemonth.ucsd.edu 

TEACHING + LEARNING COMMONS

September 26, 2022

Have you checked out the resources at the Teaching + Learning Commons (aka The Commons)? If not, you should, and if you HAVE, then we encourage you to take a look at their latest offerings. 

FYI: The Commons has six hubs: Academic Achievement, Digital Learning, Education Research + Assessment,  Engaged Teaching,  Experiential Learning, and Writing. The hubs closely interact, inform, and mutually reinforce the goals of each unit. Together, they function as a single entity embodying the intertwined relationship of teaching and learning. Through its wide range of programs, services, and research, the Commons assists all members of the UC San Diego community in developing learning environments and experiences for their students that encourage engagement and foster student success. Highlights for Graduate and Professional Students include...

Online Resources for Instructional Assistants (IAs): Welcome Packet & Foundational Tasks Checklist
Check out the Welcome Packet for IAs and Checklist of Foundational Tasks for IAs for resources specific to your role as an IA.

1:1 Teaching Consultations and Observations
You can meet 1-on-1 remotely with an experienced instructor to explore ideas directly related to your teaching situation. Simply fill out the brief online form to request a consultation.

1:1 Writing Consultations
Writing Hub consultations are a great way to get feedback from a supportive, experienced reader. We can help you at any stage of the writing process, including brainstorming, idea organization, and drafting. Book a Writing Consultation here.

COUNSELING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES (CAPS)

September 26, 2022

CAPS provides counseling, workshops, and community forums for UC San Diego students. We also provide outreach programs and consultation services to the campus community. Browse their website here, see the services they provide here, or contact them at 858-534-3755. And don't forget the Well-Being Fair on Wednesday, September 28, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM PT.

PhD STUDENT MENTORS WANTED 

September 23, 2022

The Graduate Application Mentorship Program (GradAMP) is looking for PhD student mentors for undergraduate students applying to graduate school this year. The goal of GradAMP is to help make graduate education more accessible by helping undergraduate students with the application process.

GradAMP pairs together graduate school applicants with a current PhD student in their field in order to help them with both the concrete (e.g. essays, fellowships, interviews) and abstract (e.g. decision making, time management) aspects of the application process.

They are currently recruiting PhD students in all programs and departments to serve as graduate student mentors for this program. Graduate student mentors will be assigned 1-2 undergraduate mentees in their field of study and will be given the freedom to dictate how they want to structure their mentorship. This is a great opportunity for PhD students to 1) help make graduate education more accessible, 2) develop their mentorship / leadership skills, and 3) get involved with outreach to help strengthen their fellowship / grant applications.

REGISTER HERE if you’re interested.

TRITON FEST: FAIR AT THE SQUARE

September 22, 2022

Free and open to UC San Diego student with valid school ID, Triton Fest: Fair at the Square will include carnival games, balloon animals, skating rink, and more! 

DATE: Saturday, September 24, 2022
TIME: 7:00 - 10:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Town Square (just South of Price Center and West of the Student Services Bldg)

MEET AT THE BEACH EVENT FOR NEW STUDENTS

September 22, 2022

Open to first year undergraduate, graduate and transfer students, Meet at the Beach is a giant beach party hosted by UC San Diego Recreation. See all the details, including transportation, here.

DATE: Saturday, September 24, 2022
TIME: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Scripps Pier

RESEARCH ADMINISTRATOR APPRECIATION EVENT

September 21, 2022

The UCSD Research Administration Training Program is hosting the annual Research Administrator Appreciation Day (aka RAAD) celebration via Zoom. See details below and be sure to register by Friday, September 23.

DATE: Wednesday, September 28, 2022
TIME: 11:00 AM - Noon PT
REGISTER HERE

GRADUATE EDUCATION INTERN NEEDED

September 19, 2022

We have a job opportunity: Graduate Preparation Programs Assistant – Graduate Student Affairs Intern

The primary responsibilities of this position will be supporting the STARS summer undergraduate research program and UC LEADS, both of which aim to diversify the population of prospective graduate students prepared to pursue graduate education. If you enjoy meeting and advising students who are interested in graduate school, this opportunity is for you! The deadline to apply is October 3, 2022.

Apply for position #6887835 through Handshake here! 

A Conversation About Antisemitism and Islamophobia in the U.S.

September 19, 2022 

DATE: Thursday, Sept. 22
TIME: Doors open at 5:00 PM PT and program begins at 5:30 PM PT, followed by reception at 6:30 PM PT
LOCATION: Extended Studies Park & Market
HOST: National Conflict Resolution Center (NCRC), A Path Forward Program
SPEAKERS: An in-person conversation with Bret Stephens, Pulitzer Prize winning NYT columnist and Abdullah Antepli, founder of the Muslim Leadership Initiative at Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem. EVC Simmons to make opening remarks.

REGISTER HERE

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT TEACHING SYMPOSIUM REGISTRATION IS OPEN

September 7, 2022

Will you be an Instructional Assistant (IA- includes TAs, Instructional Apprentices, Tutors, Readers) this coming year? Join us on Zoom at the INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT TEACHING SYMPOSIUM, which will begin with a plenary kickoff and keynote conversation, followed by synchronous foundational teaching workshops, and then a panel session of experienced IAs discussing how to prepare without overpreparing.

DATE: Wednesday, September 21
TIME: 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM PT
REGISTRATION HERE

BUT WAIT! Not sure what to expect or which sessions you plan to attend at the upcoming Instructional Assistant Symposium? Join us for a a “watch while you eat” session to learn about the purpose of the upcoming Instructional Assistant Symposium, as well as how to get the most out of it for yourself by reviewing our asynchronous and synchronous offerings.

DATE: Wednesday, September 14
TIME: Noon - 1:00 PM PT
REGISTRATION HERE

GPSA ORIENTATION WELCOME EVENTS FOR NEW/INCOMING GRAD & PROFESSIONAL STUDENTS

Wednesday, September 7

• Welcome Happy Hour on Thursday, September 8, 5:00 - 8:00 PM PT at Dirty Birds at Price Center. See details and register here.
• Join GPSA and your fellow incoming graduate student cohort on Friday, September 9 at Petco Park for a Padres game! Tickets include a $5 Friar Funds voucher to use on food, drink, or merchandise. See details and register here. 

GRADUATE COORDINATORS HAVE ELCE SCHEDULING INSTRUCTIONS

September 6, 2022

All international graduate students at UC San Diego are required to demonstrate a high level of oral and aural competence in the English language before they are appointed as a Teaching Assistant (TA). The Graduate Coordinators have received the instructions for scheduling the English Language Proficience Exam (ELCE). Visit this webpage to learn more and contact the graduate coordinator in your program if you wish to schedule an ELCE.

FALL 2022 FEES DELAYED

September 1, 2022

We’ve been informed that due to some unforeseen extended maintenance in TritonPay, the billing statement for Fall fees will NOT be available on Friday, September 2nd.  Please review the new dates and deadlines below.

• Billings Statement Available: Thursday, September 8
• Grad & Family Rent Due Date: Thursday, September 15
• Fall Registration Fee Payment Due Date: Friday, September 23
• Cancellation Date for Non-Payment: Thursday, September 29

FYI: Financial aid is scheduled to disburse on Tuesday, September 13.

TritonPay will be available again on Thursday, September 8. To check the status of its availability, please visit https://status.ucsd.edu/

If you have questions, please contact your Academic Home Department.  They should be able to inform you if they submitted your fee request etc. To find department and program contacts, look on this webpage. (VPN is required if accessing it from off campus.)

FACULTY LOOKUP TOOL: ELIGIBILITY FOR THESIS & DISERTATION COMMITTEES

August 29, 2022

A tool has just been launched that enables students to look up UC San Diego faculty titles to determine their eligibility to serve on thesis and dissertation committees. Note: students must be connected via VPN. Find the tool here. 

GRADVANTAGE LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORK CERTIFICATE

August 29, 2022

Develop the critical soft skills necessary to give you the competitive edge in today’s workplace. Apply to the grAdvantage Leadership & Teamwork certificate program offered through UC San Diego Extension.

Created exclusively for UC San Diego graduate students and postdoctoral scholars, this program provides participants with the leadership, teamwork, and project management skills to succeed in their career pursuits. Courses meet only one night per week for approximately two quarters. The program also includes a hands-on campus project, focused on campus initiatives. The projects will be presented to campus leaders, industry guests, and the general public.

Join us for an Information Session on 9/1/22 to learn more!
Want to learn more about the program? Attend the Information Session on Thursday, September 1, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.  Representatives from the Leadership & Teamwork certificate program will be there to answer questions.  Please see this flyer for more information.

Application deadline is September 16^th
Don’t miss this chance to cultivate the skills to excel in any working environment.
To apply, visit: extension.ucsd.edu/leadteam and click on the “Apply Now” button.

For more information about the Gradvantage programs and resources, visit: grad.ucsd.edu. Plus, check out the program feature on the UC San Diego Extension blog.

OVERDOSE AWARENESS DAY

August 23, 2022

In recognition of Overdose Awareness Day, please join Health Promotion Services, Tritons in Recovery, Students for Sensible Drug Policy, and UC San Diego School of Medicine Opioid and Harm Reduction Group in conjunction with Dr. Weena Joshi on August 31st for a review of the history of opioid overdoses, recognizing signs/symptoms, how to reverse with Narcan, and how to create a safer, more supportive environment through harm reduction principles.

This is an open UC San Diego event. All staff/faculty and students are welcome, but please RSVP in advance. 

DATE: Wednesday, August 31
TIME: 1:00 - 2:30 PM PT
LOCATION: Price Center West Ballroom A
REGISTER HERE

NEW GRADUATE STUDENT ORIENTATION

August 19, 2022

Check out the online orientation, which has been designed to support incoming graduate studetns at UC San Diego and facilitate a successful transition to graduate school.  

UPCOMING TEACHING COURSES

August 16, 2022

The Teaching and Learning Commons does more than provide writing support for graduate students. Check out the following.

INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE TEACHING
Will teaching be an important part of your career? Ready to consider the art and science of teaching, while examining and exploring what it means to teach for equity? Whether you want to take your teaching to the next level or articulate skills you have already been using, join us to develop expertise in evidence-based and equitable teaching practices and create instructional material to use in your discipline. Free course from the Teaching + Learning Commons (2 hours class time/week for 10 weeks) open to UC San Diego graduate students and postdocs preparing to teach as part of their careers. More information can be found on the course syllabus.

**Especially useful for anyone planning to teach as instructor of record in the coming year or beyond!

DATE AND TIME: Two sections offered: Tuesdays 3:30pm-5:30pm or Wednesdays 9-11am; Class starts the week of September 26^th and ends the week of November 28^th. 
LOCATION: Hybrid-- In-person (Geisel Library 1^st floor) with option to engage via Zoom
REGISTER HERE (open until September 9^th or until sessions are full)

RECOGNITION OF EXPERTISE IN EQUITABLE AND EVIDENCE-BASED TEACHING
Interested in the self-paced Recognition of Expertise in Equitable and Evidence-Based Teaching program? You can enroll anytime (learn more here: bit.ly/ethteach) and Introduction to College Teaching fulfills one of the biggest components!

DROP-IN CHAT/OFFICE HOURS
Stop by to ask any questions about the two courses listed above.

DATE: Wednesday, September 7
TIME: 11:00 AM - Noon PM PT
REGISTER HERE FOR THE ZOOM LINK

SAVE THE DATE: New Instructional Assistant (IA) Teaching Symposium
DATE: Wednesday, September 21
TIME: 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM PT
DETAILS AND INFO COMING SOON!

NEW ACRONYM FOR DIVISION OF GRADUATE EDUCATION & POSTDOCTORAL AFFAIRS: GEPA

August 4, 2022

You might recall that earlier this year, the Graduate Division became the Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs in recognition of Postdoctoral Affairs joining the team last summer. FYI: We’re adopting the acronym GEPA, pronounced “Geh-puh” (using the hard “g” sound). So it will start appearing in some materials, particularly in instances in which the whole name will not fit. Feel free to help spread the word!

SUMMER COVID SAFETY UPDATE

August 4, 2022

Please carefully review the Summer COVID Safety Update from the Chancellor regarding masking, testing, and our Community of Care.

STUDY PUBLISHED BY NATIONAL BUREAU OF ECONOMIC RESEARCH

August, 2, 2022

FYI: An article in The Chronicle of Higher Education highlights, "Colleges' Vaccine Mandates Significantly Decreased Covid Deaths, Study Finds."

RESIDENTIAL STUDENT REMINDERS

July 25, 2022

All undergraduate and graduate students who live in UC San Diego-provided housing must follow Student Housing Safety Rules, which will help keep you and your fellow Tritons safe. Those attending Summer Session as well as new and returning students preparing for the fall quarter should be aware of these guidelines:

• All students regardless of vaccination status must wear a mask within their residential unit (except for their personal bedrooms or in the shower) during Phase 1 of move-in, the first two weeks of their session or quarter. Masks are also required when inside residential buildings and outside personal residential units (e.g. halls, elevators, lobbies, etc.).
• Students must be fully vaccinated — including the recommended booster dose within 30 days of becoming eligible — or have an approved exemption per UC vaccination policy.
• Residential students must complete a daily symptom and exposure screening. Also, students who are unvaccinated or not up-to-date on their vaccination status must test twice-weekly (every 3-5 days) unless they have had COVID-19 in the last 90 days. Learn more on the student screening and testing page. 

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RESEARCH COMPLIANCE TRAINING

July 19, 2022

The UC San Diego Research Compliance and Integrity (RCI) Office is offering the following training next month to faculty, staff, and students. 

EHS Compliance with Federal and State Requirements While Conducting Research
DATE: Wednesday, August 17, 2022
TIME: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
REGISTER BY AUGUST 16, 2022
To register, please click on this UC Learning link to directly register for the session.  Select Register in the dropdown menu.  Select Add and click Register in the lower right corner of the page.  Your UC Learning registration confirmation will include a direct link to this webinar.  If you have any issues with registering, please email the RCI office at rci(at)ucsd.edu. 

This session will provide information on the various federal and state entities (CDC, USDA/APHIS, FWS, etc.) which may levy permitting requirements regarding the importation, interstate transfer, or collection of biological materials.  Topics covered will include investigator responsibilities, types of permits, where to submit permit requests, a generalized overview of what to expect during the permitting process and inspections, campus resources available to investigators to assist with obtaining permits, requirements for exempt materials, fulfilling permit conditions of approval, and permit transfer or closeout.  If you have specific questions, please email these to rci(at)ucsd.edu and these will be provided anonymously to the speaker in advance of the session (questions may also be asked at the session).

FINANCIAL SUPPORT RESOURCES

July 18, 2022

One of the topics that is top of mind for graduate and professional students is financial support. Here are some resources to look into if you haven't already.

• Financial Support FAQ
• Financial Aid & Scholarships info
• Health Sciences Financial Aid Office
• Employment 
• Working as an international student

And of course, one of the best resources will be your graduate or professional program. 

INCOMING GRADUATE STUDENT RESOURCE FAIR

July 18, 2022 (updated)

SAVE THE DATE: Thursday, September 8 there will be a campus resource fair for new graduate students at UC San Diego Town Square. More information will be shared as details become available. And check the orientation webpage regularly for updates. 

GRADUATE PEER MENTORS NEEDED

July 12, 2022

The International Students & Programs Office is looking for peer mentors for the Grad Pals program. They are particularly interested in continuing students from the following departments.

Bioengineering
Computer Sciences/Computer Sciences and Engineering
Data Sciences
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Global Policy and Strategy
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering/Materials Engineering
Rady School of Management

While they typically match international students, some mentees are looking for American mentors so they encourage any continuing student to apply! Their goal is to be able to match every mentee, and most are so excited and grateful to have a Grad Pal, whether or not they are in the same department or from the same home country. 

See more info on the Grad Pals webpage and email iprograms(at)ucsd.edu with questions.

STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES DURING SUMMER

July 12, 2022

Summer Hours for Student Health Services (SHS)

Mon/*Tue/Wed/Fri: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM PT
Thu: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM PT

All services are available including optometry, pharmacy, primary care, urgent care, women's health, and video visits. Contact them at 858-534-3300 to schedule an appointment.
*Primary Care & Urgent Care are closed from 8:00-9:00 AM on the following Tues 7/12, 7/26, 8/9, 8/23, & 9/26.

Grief and Loss Handout

The UC San Diego Counseling and Psychological Services has put together a handout that helps explain about the grief and loss process. They also have many other resources for graduate and professional students. Don't hesitate to reach out to them if you need support. You can make an appointment online or call their Central Office at 858-534-3755.

VIRTUAL GRAD PREP SERIES

July 7, 2022

If you know someone interested in graduate school, please help spread the word. OAR² (Outreach, Access, Recruitment, and Retention) at the UC San Diego Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs presents a virtual grad prep series from July 11-22. Sessions will cover Grad Admissions, Grad Funding, Fellowships, and an opportunity to hear from dept grad coords. Sessions will occur daily, and virtually at noon (pacific time). There is no cost for this event and you may invite your friends!

Please register here for webinar links and daily schedule.

SUMMER GRAD DISSERTATION/THESIS SUBMISSION & FORMATTING WEBINAR

June 30, 2022

Graduate Division Academic Advisors will review the Dissertation/Thesis submission process and give a brief overview of formatting. The webinar is mostly aimed at students who are planning to file for graduation in Summer or Fall 2022. 

DATE: Wednesday, July 6
TIME: 10:30 AM PT
REGISTER:  https://bit.ly/FormatSummer22 

PREWORK: Please review the Dissertation/Thesis Formatting Manual.

Preliminary and Final appointments may be scheduled through the Graduate Online Calendar here and general info can be found on Preparing to Graduate here.

TEACHING + LEARNING COMMONS RESOURCES

June 29, 2022 (updated)

Have you checked out what the Teaching + Learning Commons is offering lately?

SUMMER COURSE INSTRUCTORS SUPPORT:

Slack space for Summer Course Instructors: Real-time support
Are you teaching your own course this summer? Access a community of fellow instructors and campus teaching support for real-time exchange of questions/ ideas on Slack! Just fill out this short form to join the Summer Teaching Community. 

Summer Course Instructors - weekly community debrief 
Teaching a course during summer session 1? Join us virtually or in-person to debrief with colleagues and Graduate Teaching Consultants share wins and collectively troubleshoot, and more than anything- know you are not alone in this experience! Just-in-time tips will also be shared each week to help you stay on top of the fast-paced summer session. All summer course instructors are welcome.
Date: Fridays 11am-12pm; will be offered weekly on Fridays during Summer Session 1 and Summer Session 2
Location: In-person or virtual options-- room information and Zoom link will be sent out to the Summer Teaching Community– sign up here 

Bonus- participating in these weekly debrief meetings, if you are already teaching this summer, fulfills the “Teaching Experience, Pt 2: Reflect on and assess one’s own teaching” component of the Recognition of Expertise in Equitable and Evidence-Based Teaching. 

INDIVIDUAL TEACHING SUPPORT: Have questions about teaching as a course instructor or IA? Join us for One-on-One Teaching Consultations & Observations
You can meet one-on-one remotely with an experienced instructor to explore ideas directly related to your teaching situation. Simply fill out this brief form to request a teaching consultation. 

WRITING HUB SUPPORT FOR GRAD STUDENTS:  1:1 Writing Consultations
Writing Hub consultations are a great way to get feedback from a supportive, experienced reader. We can help you at any stage of the writing process, including brainstorming, idea organization, and drafting. Book a consultation here: https://ucsd.mywconline.com/ 

CAMPUS OFFICES CLOSED ON INDEPENDENCE DAY: JULY 4

June 27, 2022

The Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs office will be closed in observance of the Independence Day Holiday on Monday, July 4, 2022. Learn more about the holidays observed by UC San Diego on the Academic Calendar. 

UC SAN DIEGO RAP: RECREATION ACTIVITY PASS

June 27, 2022

Summer is a great time to check out UC San Diego Recreation. The Recreation Activity Pass (RAP) is free to existing students. Learn how to get it and sign up for your RAP here.

COUNSELING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SVCS (CAPS) FOR GRAD AND PROFESSIONAL STUDENTS

June 24, 2022

While the majority of CAPS offerings are open to Graduate and Professional School Students, there is programming that has been created especially for UC San Diego Graduate and Professional Students. Please don't hesitate to seek support if you need it.

YOU GOT A POSITIVE COVID-19 TEST. NOW WHAT?

June 24, 2022

If you test positive at a UC San Diego Health location, the university has your back. 

• You will be notified of the results and receive guidance on the medical care you may need to manage your symptoms. 
• A case investigation will begin promptly by the UC San Diego COVID Response Team. A representative will connect you with UC San Diego support and will guide you through determining and identifying who is considered to be a close contact. 
• The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will be notified to assess the need for deep cleaning and sanitizing of any residential areas or facilities, completed by campus partners.
• Case investigations are led by the UC San Diego COVID Response Team. The Center for Occupational and Environmental Medicine (COEM) supports employee medical care, and Student Health Services (SHS) supports student medical care.

 If you are a student who tests positive at a clinic outside of UC San Diego, please contact Student Health Serivces at 858-534-3300. Per mandate of the County of San Diego, all positive test results are reported to the County of San Diego Public Health Department, and they will perform the contact tracing process.

Learn more about exposure and isolation procedures here.

SUMMER VENDING MACHINE AVAILABILITY

June 24, 2022

Please be advised that some COVID-19 test kit vending machines will be unavailable on campus during the summer: Muir College, Marshall College, Warren College, ERC, Revelle College, the Village, Coast Apartments and Rita Atkinson Apartments. However, more than a dozen are still available. See the location of those machines here.

SAN DIEGO PRIDE PARADE

June 24, 2022

The San Diego Pride Parade is coming up on Saturday, July 16, 2022. If you're interested in marching with the UC San Diego contingent, register here.  And if you're curious, learn why the San Diego Pride Parade is in July, rather than in June here.

COMPASSION INTEREST GROUP SEMINAR

June 23, 2022

The Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion presents "The Science of Social Justice: An Interdisciplinary Theoretical Framework Grounded in Neuroscience, Education, and Anthropology towards Healing Intergenerational Trauma” by Sará King, M.A., PhD, Postdoctoral Scholar for the Oregon Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Neurological Disorders at Oregon Health & Science University.

DATE: Wednesday, June 29
TIME: 4:00 - 5:00 PM PT
DETAILS: See this brochure for Zoom details.

JUNETEENTH HOLIDAY - OFFICE CLOSED

June 17, 2022

Please be advised that the office of the Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs will be closed on Monday, June 20th in observance of Juneteenth. We'll be open again on Tuesday, June 21.

2022 Visual Arts MFA Thesis Projects

June 15, 2022

There will be an exhibition of Visual Arts Graduating MFAs. featuring the work of Taylor Chapin, Maria Antonia Eguiarte Souza, Matthew Williams, Isidro Pérez García, beck haberstroh, Edith Love, alexis hithe, Victor Castañeda H, Abdul Kircher, and kelechi agwuncha. --with support from Redcar Properties Ltd.

DATES: June 17 - June 19
HOURS: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM PT
LOCATION: 5833 Smiley Drive, culver City, CA

However, additionally there will be a reception on June 18, 5:00 - 8:00 PM PT as well.

2022 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONIES

June 13, 2022

Each year, the Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs has the privilege of celebrating the graduates who have completed the coursework required to earn a graduate degree from UC San Diego. Congratulations to the Class of 2022!

• Recordings of the Commencement Ceremonies (including one for the class of 2020)
• Class of 2022 Outstanding Graduates Article (Part 1)
• Class of 2022 Outstanding Graduates Article (Part 2)
• Celebrations of Pride Article
• Take the Leap (Q&A with doctoral alumna and keynote speaker Jessica Meir)

STUDENT AFFAIRS: WHAT WE'VE LEARNED NEWSLETTERS

June 6, 2022 (updated)

Check out the Student Affairs What We've Learned Newsletters.

Final Edition

View the archives here.

CLASS OF 2022 SHINING STARS

June 6, 2022

Two graduate students are featured as standouts in this year's graduating class in this article. Learn more about Andrew Kleinschmidt, who has earned a PhD in Chemical Engineering, and Tianna White, who has earned a Master's in Interational Affairs - International Management.

UC SAN DIEGO MUSIC

May 31, 2022

As we know, UC San Diego graduate and professional students are often involved in helping to develop undergraduate students. Check out the following performances.

as rain hollows stone...
presented by the one fish two fish undergraduate percussion ensemble [directed by UC San Diego doctoral candidate Michael Jones].

DATE: Friday, June 3
TIME: 5:00 PM PT
REGISTER HERE FOR IN-PERSON AT CONRAD PREBYS MUSIC CENTER, EXPERIMENTAL THEATRE
WATCH LIVESTREAM at music.ucsd.edu/live

 

32VM Voice Stuents, Vocal Masterclass
directed by UC San Diego graduate student Miguel Zazueta

DATE: Sunday, June 5
TIME: 2:00 PM PT
REGISTER HERE FOR IN-PERSON AT CONRAD PREBYS MUSIC CENTER, EXPERIMENTAL THEATRE
WATCH LIVESTREAM at music.ucsd.edu/live

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STUDENT VACCINE COMPLIANCE NOTICES

May 26, 2022

We understand that notices have been sent out via email from Student Affairs to students who are NOT in compliance with the UC Vaccine Mandate. Please note that they most likely were sent out to students' official UCSD emails, rather than school/division specific emails such as _______(at)eng.ucsd.edu, for example. If you have received such a notice, please follow the instructions right away.

RESOURCES:

• For more information about the Procedures, other University policies, student conduct records schedule, and other helpful resources, please visit studentconduct.ucsd.edu.
• For more information about current student COVID policies and resources please visit studentcovidcompliance.ucsd.edu or returntolearn.ucsd.edu. You may also contact  studentcovidcompliance(at)ucsd.edu.

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OFFICES CLOSED ON MEMORIAL DAY: May 30

May 26, 2022

The Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs office will be closed in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 30, 2022. Learn more about the holidays observed by UC San Diego on the Academic Calendar.

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STUDENT AFFAIRS: WHAT WE'VE LEARNED NEWSLETTERS

May 23, 2022 (updated)

Check out the Student Affairs What We've Learned Newsletters.

Weeks 7-8

View the archives here.  

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7th ANNUAL EMERGING SCHOLARS AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN RESEARCH AND PUBLIC POLICY

May 19, 2022

The UC Center Sacramento (UCCS) is excited to announce its seventh annual Emerging Scholars Award for Excellence in Research and Public Policy. The award will recognize excellence in graduate student research with a direct impact on public policy. The recipients of the Emerging Scholars Award will receive a $750 prize and will deliver a policy lecture at UCCS. The policy lecture is a great way for graduate students to meet people from the policy community, and develop contacts in Sacramento. At UCCS we have between 100-150 people attend each talk, and the audience is composed of legislators, legislative staff, state agencies, consultants, faculty, graduate students, and other researchers. The deadline to apply is June 16th. To apply and for more information, please visit this webpage.

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HOLD THE DATES - SYMPOSIUM ON THE EXPERIENCES OF STUDENTS OF ASIAN, PACIFIC ISLANDER AND MIDDLE EASTERN DESCENT 

May 19, 2022

On June 15 and 16, this in-person Symposium is a multi-day, tracked learning opportunity whose goal is to increase awareness of the experiences of students of Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern, and Asian descent at UC San Diego, with the goal of fostering intentional and sustained action to enhance their experience, promote student success and well-being, and demonstrate an understanding of the diverse experiences that students from these populations have. 

Participants are encouraged to attend both days and participate fully in the pre-Symposium work and in the two days of workshops and lectures curated to engage participants to learn more about our diverse Asian, Pacific Islander and Middle Eastern student populations and to consider ways to create environments that best support our students.

Website and registration information coming soon.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CAREER SUCCESS STORIES WEBINAR

May 19, 2022

The UCSD Career Center & the International Students & Programs Office have partnered to bring both undergraduate and graduate UCSD international student alumni to discuss "International Student Career Success Stories - From Classroom to Conference Room". In this conversation, we will hear from international student alumni who have successfully navigated the transition from studying at UCSD to securing employment in the United States. Learn tips and best practices from our esteemed alumni who are paving the way for other international students.

DATE: Tuesday, May 31
TIME: 5:00 - 6:00 PM PT
REGISTER VIA HANDSHAKE HERE

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ENGAGED TEACHING HUB - TEACHING LARGE CLASSES WORKSHOP

May 19, 2022

Explore ideas for how to best achieve your teaching goals within the many logistical challenges of large classrooms. The workshop will be held in a lecture hall (120 seats) on campus, so you will also gain hands-on experience with the large class space.

This session is open to all UC San Diego educators and especially aimed at those preparing to teach a mid to large enrollment course, either in person or remotely. While we will be working within the physical space of a large in-person classroom, the space is just one part of the puzzle -- most of the concepts will be applicable for planning both in person and remote classes.

DATE: Wednesday, June 1
TIME: 4:00 - 5:00 PM PT
REGISTER HERE

And check out other resources offered by the Engaged Teaching Hub here. 

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UC SAN DIEGO 2022 POWWOW

May 19, 2022

Serving the UC San Diego campus and the San Diego community by bringing Native American culture to the campus, the 11th Annual Powwow will continue to build the tradition of welcoming Native American peoples and their cultures to UC San Diego. The annual powwow promotes access to higher education to Native American youth, as well as a means to ensure the retention of current Native American students. The powwow also helps to educate the UC San Diego community about Native American cultures, while simultaneously creating a space on campus where Native American students can express and experience their unique cultures.

DATE: Saturday, May 21
LOCATION: Marshall College Field
PROGRAM SCHEDULE: (all times in Pacific Time)
10 am: Bird Singers
11 am: Gourd Dancers
12 pm: Grand Entry
1 pm: Powwow Princess Crowning
4 pm: Dinner Break
8 pm: Closing

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COMMUNICATING YOUR RESEARCH WORKSHOP

May 16, 2022

This online workshop will enhance participants’ abilities to vividly articulate their research and inspire audiences. All UC San Diego graduate students and postdoctoral scholars are welcome, but spots are limited so register as soon as possible. Workshop fee is fully subsidized by grAdvantage.

Participants must commit to attending every day of the workshop for the full three-hours in order to fully benefit from the training. Prior to registration, it is essential that participants check their schedule and receive permission to participate from their PI or other academic supervisor. Priority will be given to applicants who certify in advance that they will commit to attend the full workshop without any conflicts. Please contact gradvantage(at)ucsd.edu with questions.

DATES: June 14, 15, 16
TIME EACH DAY: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM PT
REGISTER HERE  

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DIVERSITY AND SCIENCE LECTURE (DASL) SERIES

May 16, 2022

Have you attended a DASL virtual event yet? The next one will feature Daniel Murin PhD, a Senior Staff Scientist and Principal Investigator, Ward lab, Scripps Research.

TITLE: "A synapse of self-discovery and science: a gay Mississippian and NK cells"
DATE: Wednesday, May 18, 2022
TIME: 11:00 AM PT
REGISTER HERE

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GRADUATE EDUCATION INTERN NEEDED

May 12, 2022

We have a job opportunity: Prospective Student Outreach and Communications – Graduate Student Affairs Intern. 

The primary responsibilities of this position will be to support the prospective student outreach and recruitment efforts by the Student Affairs unit and to assist in the development of creative and innovative communications to prospective students.

Apply for position #6390184 through Handshake here!

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2022 DAY OF CARING

May 12, 2022

Today starts UC San Diego's 2022 Day of Caring (aka u.care). Please help us spread the word as friends, family, and supports can help support graduate and professional students and postdoctoral scholars here. 

 

 

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STUDENT AFFAIRS: WHAT WE'VE LEARNED NEWSLETTERS

May 12, 2022 (updated)

Check out the Student Affairs What We've Learned Newsletters.

Weeks 6

View the archives here.  

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WATCH PARTY TODAY: 2022 UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA GRAD SLAM

May 6, 2022 (updated)

Come join us on the Zoom below as we cheer on our UC San Diego Grad SLAM Campus Champion Meghana Pagadala from Biomedical Sciences compete against the other University of California Champions. Go, Meghana!!!

DATE: Friday, May 6
TIME: 11:00 AM PT
ZOOM ID: 939 7383 1636

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ASIAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH

May 3, 2022

Join us in celebrating the 16th Annual UC San Diego Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Celebration (APIAHC). Take a look at the list of events that highlight this year's theme, "Sharing Comfort, Community, and Care".

Check out this CBS8 story featuring Windi Sasaki, Associate Director of UC San Diego's Asian Pacific Islander Middle Eastern Desi American Programs and Services to learn more about the history and origins of this celebration.

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GPSA CAREER NIGHT: NETWORKING NOW

Learn from UC San Diego graduate alumni across an array of industries about how you can utilize a professional network as a powerful tool to realize your career objectives. The alumni panelists will share their insight on building and tapping into your network particularly as a way to help you navigate career questions and indecision. This event will help graduate students and postdoctoral scholars possess a better idea of their future career path(s) as well as become more skilled at networking. Brought to you by your Graduate and Professional Student Association and the UC San Diego Career Center.May 3, 2022

DATE: Thursday, May 19
TIME: 4:00 - 6:30 PM PT
REGISTER HERE

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2022 FUNDING FEST

May 2, 2022

The Torrey Pines Training Consortium (TPTC), a collaboration of members including UC San Diego and Salk Institute, is offering the 2022 Funding Fest, which will feature the following sessions.

Finding Postdoc Funding – 5/2/22
Basics of Mentored Grant Writing – 5/18/22
American Cancer Society Funding Opportunities – 5/24/22
K99/R00 & the NIH Grant Process – 6/2/22
Fellowship Recipient Panel – 6/7/22
Non-Federal Sources Funding Opportunities Fair – 6/15/22
Ford Foundation and UC Presidents Postdoctoral Fellowship Programs – 6/28/22

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CAPS: HELPING A FRIEND 

May 2, 2022

Did you know that you can contact UC San Diego's Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) if you're concerned about a friend, roommate, classmate or peer at UC San Diego? CAPS provides consultation and support for you if you notice any mental health concerns with a friend. Check out their webpage for the phone number to call.

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UPDATE FOR RESIDENTIAL STUDENTS: RETURN TO PHASE I

May 2, 2022

We've been informed that all residential students were sent a message from Housing Dining and Hospitality (HDH) on Friday, April 29 regarding campus safety protocols for campus housing returning to Phase I due to an increase in COVID-19 cases on campus effective that day [Friday, April 29].  Check your official UC San Diego email for the original message, but the safety protocols mentioned were as follows, fyi.

• Masking and No Guests
Regardless of vaccination status, all students must wear face masks within their residential unit except for their personal bedrooms or in the shower. Masks are also required when inside residential buildings and outside of students’ personal residential unit (e.g. halls, elevators, lobbies, etc.). Masking still is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of the virus and adds substantial additional protection from infection.

Students and campus employees may pick up a free KN95 mask on campus. Please visit the Return to Learn website for location details.

Guests are not permitted in residential housing.

• Changes in Isolation Housing
UC San Diego has been using area hotel rooms to increase isolation housing for our students. Hotel isolation capacity has become limited due to increased tourism to the region. We have increased isolation housing capacity as much as possible, but we cannot provide hotel isolation housing for all residential students at this time. Therefore, we are prioritizing off-campus isolation in hotels to students who currently have a roommate. Individuals without roommates will need to isolate in place (in their current location). While isolating, students may briefly leave the bedroom for bathroom needs and to pick up food ordered through the Triton2Go mobile app, maintaining masking at all times. Students in isolation may pick up masks and rapid antigen test kits for use after Day 5 at the Emergency Operations Center on campus (University Center 401, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.).

• Instructions for Isolating in Place
Student Health Services provides detailed information on isolation to students with positive COVID-19 tests through a MyStudentChart message. Please review this information carefully.

• As a reminder, students who live in on-campus housing are required to comply with mandatory COVID-19 testing, daily symptom screening, and masking guidance; isolate if they receive a positive COVID-19 test result; follow quarantine guidance if they are exposed to COVID-19. Students can pick up a self-administered COVID-19 test kit at one of numerous vending machines across campus. Please drop off samples by 2 p.m. for results within 24 hours. 

We appreciate your patience, understanding and commitment to public health as we take these steps to ensure the well-being of our campus community. Thank you for your efforts!

Take great care,

Dr. Angela Scioscia
Interim Executive Director
Student Health and Well-Being

Hemlata Jhaveri
Associate Vice Chancellor
Housing, Dining and Hospitality

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STUDENT AFFAIRS: WHAT WE'VE LEARNED NEWSLETTERS

May 2, 2022 (updated)

Check out the Student Affairs What We've Learned Newsletters.

Weeks 5

View the archives here. 

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SYMPOSIUM FOR UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FUNDAMENTALS (SURF)

April 26, 2022

The Symposium for University Research Fundamentals (SURF) is organized to identify the key institutional offices the research faculty, students, staff, and scholars encounter when conducting research. Speakers will provide information on their respective area(s), important issues affecting the research community, emerging trends, new policies and/or guidance and case studies.

All faculty, researchers, students, staff, scholars, and administrators are welcome. Food and refreshments will be provided.

DATE:  May 25, 2022
TIME: 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM PT
LOCATION: Price Center West Ballroom AB  
REGISTER HERE

NOTE: On the day of the event, consistent with University requirements, attendees will need to complete the UC San Diego Covid symptom tracker and present at the SURF registration.

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SUMMER COURSE INSTRUCTOR SUPPORT

April 26, 2022

If you're teaching this summer, join the Summer Teaching Community provided by the Teaching + Learning Commons for access to:

• Course Prep Power Hours this spring – dedicated space and support as you get work done on your course (Zoom & In-person options)
• Slack space for real-time exchange of questions/ ideas with each other and Engaged Teaching Hub staff
• Information about weekly check-ins during summer
• Early access to classroom observations and support over the summer

Just fill out this form to access.

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GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL STUDENT ORG FAIR

April 26, 2022

The Graduate & Professional Student Association is hosting a fair so you can check out student organizations. It's open to all graduate and professional students. Student ID, symptom checker "green thumb", and event registration required for entry.

DATE: Wednesday, May 11
TIME: 4:00 - 6:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Matthews Quad (by Price Center)
REGISTER HERE  

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WE NOW HAVE A 2022 UC SAN DIEGO GRAD SLAM CAMPUS CHAMPION

April 26, 2022

Earlier this month, nine extraordinary graduate students competed in the UC San Diego Grad SLAM Competition where they were challenged to communicate their research to a general audience in just three minutes. Feel free to watch the video.

SPOILER ALERT: Meghana Pagadala from Biomedical Sciences emerged as our UC San Diego Campus Champion, and now will go on to compete against the other University of California Champions. Join us for the virtual watch party to see the live competition and cheer Meghana on!

DATE: Friday, May 6
TIME: 11:00 AM PT
ZOOM ID: 939 7383 1636

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VIRTUAL GRADUATE LUNCH AND LEARN SERIES

April 26, 2022 (updated)

The Career Center has another great offering for all masters and PhD students called the Graduate Lunch and Learn Series. The sessions will be held virtually at Noon on each of the following dates.

WED, MAY 18: Acing the Interview & Negotiating the Offer: In this workshop, the Associate Director of the Career Center will provide you with best practices for crafting your pitch, preparing behavioral interview responses and drafting intelligent questions for your interviewee. We will discuss different interview mindsets and review tips and resources to assist you with negotiating an equitable offer.

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STUDENT AFFAIRS: WHAT WE'VE LEARNED NEWSLETTERS

April 26, 2022 (updated)

Check out the Student Affairs What We've Learned Newsletters.

Weeks 3-4

View the archives here. 

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BARGAINING UPDATE FOR GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCHERS

April 20, 2022

The University of California recently began negotiations with the United Auto Workers (UAW) for the first collective bargaining agreement covering Graduate Student Researchers, and we wanted to share UC's priorities and goals for these negotiations.

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UC CENTER SACRAMENTO STEM SOLUTIONS AWARD

April 20, 2022

UC Center Sacramento (UCCS) has announced the 2022-2023 STEM Solutions in Public Policy Award, which will recognize one or more outstanding proposals for new California legislation from UC STEM graduate students. The winner(s) will receive $750 for research support, and should their bill advance throughte legislative process, travel expenses covering a trip to Sacramento to convene with Legislators and/or legislative staff. 

Submissions will be accepted until midnight Pacific time on Friday, May 13, 2022 and applicants will be notified of their status in August 2022. See details at the UCCS STEM Solutions webpage.

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OUT OF DARKNESS WALK

April 20, 2022

Sunday, May 15th starting at 9am UC San Diego staff, faculty, students, and loved ones will participate in the Out of Darkness walk benefiting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Register to walk as an individual, create a new team, or join an existing team. If you are unable to walk or attend that day, you may also donate to show support.

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HEALTH ALERT: WHEN TO TEST, WHERE TO MASK

April 20, 2022

As you may be aware, we’ve seen a not-totally-unexpected increase in positive COVID tests and wastewater signals coinciding with the beginning of the quarter. Check out the latest health alert from VC Satterlund and Dr. Scioscia about how to be mindful of your personal health and safety and that of your fellow Tritons.

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LET'S TALK PROGRAM

April 20, 2022

"Let’s Talk” is a program developed by UC San Diego CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services) to offer drop-in consultation services to students who are seeking informal support and assistance with mental health and campus resources. While it does not constitute professional counseling or mental health treatment, Let’s Talk sessions are designed to provide practical strategies, info, and support regarding general wellness-related issues. It's a great opportunity to chat with a psychologist and ask questions about your well-being, accessing resources, and getting connected with CAPS. 

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GRADUATE STUDENT AFFAIRS INTERN

April 19, 2022

The Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs is looking for a Graduate Student Affairs Intern. Apply through Handshake (#6229584).

 

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2021-22 UCSD HEERF III GRANTS STILL AVAILABLE

April 12, 2022 (updated)

As announced to all graduate and professional students via email on 11/12/21 and then updated here and in the Grad Life newsletters, UC San Diego has received Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund III (HEERF III) monies designated for students who have exceptional financial need.

Over 3,400 students have been served, but there is still some funding available. The link to apply is under Financial Aid in TritonLink. See FAQs and more info here. 

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UC NATIONAL LABORATORY FEES RESEARCH PROGRAM

April 12, 2022

UC Research Initiatives is pleased to announce a funding opportunity for 2023 In-Residence Graduate Fellowships. Please see the application information page for details.

The UC Laboratory Fees Research Program enhances partnerships between UC researchers and laboratory scientists at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) and Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). Awards from this program promote the development of projects and collaborations that advance the missions of the national laboratories and UC.

See the application information page for details about info sessions in April and the key application dates etc.

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LOOKING FOR OUTSTANDING GRADUATE STORIES

April 12, 2022

Each year, the UC San Diego Communications team takes on the task of highlighting just some of the many outstanding graduates in order to celebrate their achievements. Are you completing your degree this year? Tell us about your journey and the impact you've had on our community. Or does one of your student colleagues who is participating in commencement have an interesting story? Help us spread the word.

Please fill out this Google form by Sunday, May 1 to share your story and possibly be honored in feature articles and/or social media posts as well as through local media opportunities. Help us recognize the accomplishments of the Class of 2022!

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STUDENT AFFAIRS: WHAT WE'VE LEARNED NEWSLETTERS

April 12, 2022 (updated)

Check out the Student Affairs What We've Learned Newsletters.

Week Two

View the archives here. 

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GRADVANTAGE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS

2022 DIVISION OF GRADUATE EDUCATION COMMENCEMENT

April 6, 2022

This year's commencement schedule will be as follows.

M.Ed., M.Eng., M.A.S., M.A., M.S.

     DATE: Saturday, June 11, 2022

     TIME: 12:30 PM PT

D.Aud., Ed.D., D.M.A., Ph.D., M.F.A

     DATE: Saturday, June 11, 2022

     TIME: 4:30 PM PT

Find more info and register here by Wednesday, May 18 at 11:59PM PT.

WRITING HUB SUPPORT FOR GRAD STUDENTS

March 23, 2022

The Writing Hub offers a number of services to graduate students (all remote for 2021-2022), including: 

1:1 Writing Consultations
Writing Hub consultations are a great way to get feedback from a supportive, experienced reader. We can help you at any stage of the writing process, including brainstorming, idea organization, and drafting. Book a consultation here.

Writing Retreats – New Retreats starting in Week 2

Learn more and register here for upcoming retreats:
- Weeks 2-6 • Fridays • 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
- Week 4 • Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday • 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
- Weeks 5-6 • Saturday and Sunday • 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
- Week 8-9 • Saturday and Sunday • 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
- Finals Week • Monday through Friday • 9:00 am to 12:00 noon 

Writing Workshops
Including… Effective and Engaging Cover Letters (April 6), Preparing for the Academic Job Market (April 19), Applying for Grants and Fellowships (April 19), Teaching Statements for the Academic Job Market (April 20), Cover Letters for the Academic Job Market (April 26), Diversity Statements for the Academic Job Market (April 29), Research Statements for the Academic Job Market (May 17), Writing a Literature Review (May 20), and Writing for the Public (May 23) 
Contact: writinghub(at)ucsd.edu

DIVISION OF GRADUATE EDUCATION AND POSTDOCTORAL AFFAIRS

March 22, 2022

Remember when the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs joined the Graduate Division last summer? Probably not, but we were pleased to welcome them to our team, and in honor of this change we will now collectively be known as the Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs. In the coming months, we’ll be changing our signage, but it won’t be a drastic change for graduate and professional students or postdoctoral scholars. The same personnel will be supporting you, and Postdoctoral Affairs staff were already located on the 4th floor of the Student Services Center along with the Graduate Division. Now, we’ll just have more opportunities to collaborate on topics like professional development and research opportunities. Thanks for your patience as we update the many iterations of our logo etc.

P.S. If you spot the old name/logo hanging around somewhere online or on-campus, please feel free to let us know and we’ll make the update. 

VIRTUAL GRADUATE LUNCH AND LEARN SERIES

 March 18, 2022

The Career Center has another great offering for all masters and PhD students called the Graduate Lunch and Learn Series. The sessions will be held virtually at Noon on each of the following dates.

WED, APR 6: Elevating your Job Search Strategy: In this workshop, the Career Center graduate career adviser will help you devise a job search strategy -- from identifying your strengths and skills, to surveying the industry and employers, gathering relevant background knowledge, filling in gaps, connecting with industry experts, compiling materials, and submitting your application for the role. Be prepared to jump start your job search in this interactive and practical session.

THU, APR 14: Navigating Bias in the Job Search: In this workshop. the graduate career advisor from the Career Center, the VP of EDI of the Graduate Professional Students Association and 3 LEAD Fellows will lead a conversation on navigating bias in the job search. We will walk through tips on researching and evaluating a company's culture of diversity, discuss the interview process, and ways to leverage an equitable offer from the potential employer.

THU, APR 21: Leveraging the Power of Connections: Are you submitting countless internship or job applications left and right and only getting radio silence? Feeling like you are in your job search alone without anyone advocating on your behalf? The Career Center graduate career advisors and peer educators will walk you through strategies for maximizing your job search by utilizing the power of connections, networks and alumni through informational interviewing. Learn tips, tools, and resources that are at your disposal and how to leverage these tools to get a return on your investment.

THU, MAY 5: Mastering the Art of the Resume & Cover Letter: In this session, the Career Center graduate peer educator and the graduate career adviser will walk through how to craft a standout resume and cover letter to help you clearly and concisely articulate how your education, skills and experiences align with the role, team, and organization you are applying to. Bring your materials to gather and implement best practices that will be sure to land you the interview.

WED, MAY 18: Acing the Interview & Negotiating the Offer: In this workshop, the Associate Director of the Career Center will provide you with best practices for crafting your pitch, preparing behavioral interview responses and drafting intelligent questions for your interviewee. We will discuss different interview mindsets and review tips and resources to assist you with negotiating an equitable offer.

ANNUAL PHD CAREER SUMMIT SERIES

March 15, 2022

The Career Center is holding their annual PhD Career Summit the week of April 4-8, 2022. This event series is designed for PhD students/recent alumni, but all grad students are welcome to attend. The series will include an industry panel and workshops on career & professional development topics to prepare PhDs for the job search.  

Constructing and Communicating Your Professional Identity
Monday, April 4th | 3:00 - 4:30 PM PT
Click here to register

Leveraging Your Strengths in Academia and Beyond
Tuesday, April 5th | 10:00 - 11:30 AM PT
Click here to register

Creating and Sustaining Your Mentoring Network
Tuesday, April 5th | 3:00 - 4:00 PM PT
Click here to register

Effective and Engaging Cover Letters
Wednesday, April 6th | 2:00 - 3:30 PM PT
Click here to register

Demystifying the Hiring Process - An Industry Panel on Hiring PhDs
Thursday, April 7th | 12:00 - 1:30 PM PT
Click here to register

Translating Your Work Beyond Academia
Friday, April 8th | 12:00 - 1:30 PM PT
Click here to register

For questions and inquiries, please email gradcareers(at)ucsd.edu.

CELEBRATING THE LEGACY OF CÉSAR CHÁVEZ

March 21, 2022

As you probably already know, most UC San Diego offices, including the Graduate Division, will be closed on Friday, March 25, 2022 in observance of the César Chávez Holiday.

Check out UC President Drake’s message about the day here. In it he links to a collection of photographs housed at the UC Merced Library, many of which feature Chávez that you can see here. Take just a moment to see the images of this extraordinary man who consolidated communities and rallied support around the world for workers.

COVID-19 VACCINE MANDATE COMPLIANCE

March 14, 2022

 It's terrific that so many graduate and professional students have come into compliance with the vaccine mandate in the last few weeks. If you have received notice that you are out of compliance, don't delay action as failure to engage in an approved exemption process or receive your booster may impact your status as a continuing student. If you have any questions, please visit studentcovidcompliance.ucsd.edu or contact Student COVID Compliance at studentcovidcompliance(at)ucsd.edu.

GPSA HAPPY HOUR AT DIRTY BIRDS

March 14, 2022

The Graduate and Professional Student Association invites all graduate and professional students to a happy hour at Dirty Birds in the Price Center on Friday, March 18 from 5:30 - 8:30pm PT. Food and drink will be provided and student ID and government ID required for entry. 

STUDENT AFFAIRS: WHAT WE'VE LEARNED NEWSLETTERS

March 14, 2022 (updated)

Check out the Student Affairs What We've Learned Newsletters.

Weeks Nine & Ten

View the archives here. 

STUDENT AFFAIRS: WHAT WE'VE LEARNED NEWSLETTERS

March 7, 2022 (updated)

Check out the Student Affairs What We've Learned Newsletters.

Weeks Seven & Eight

View the archives here.  

UC Center Sacramento

March 2, 2022

UC Center Sacramento is a systemwide program designed to serve all of the University of California campuses including ours.  They offer a robust experiential learning program for UC undergraduates and several fellowship and awards programs for graduate students such as the Presidential Graduate Opportunities for Leadership Development (GOLD) Fellowship. Learn more about it here, but note the deadline for submissions is March 25, 2022. 

Additionally, they host a speakers series featuring UC faculty from throughout the system speaking on policy topics. Check out the upcoming talks here.

WOMEN'S HERSTORY MONTH

March 1, 2022

It's Women's Herstory Month and the entire UC San Diego community is invited to celebrate. This year's theme is, "Our Stories Are Our Strength: Past, Present, and Future." The Feature event is, "A Conversation with Roxane Gay" on Mar 3 at 6:00 PM PT, but be sure to check out the entire calendar. To download Women's Herstory Month Zoom backgrounds, visit the Women's Center website here. 

GRAD LIFE WEDNESDAY WORKSHOPS

February 28, 2022

Get valuable practice presenting your research to your graduate and professional student peers AND a free lunch!

Next quarter's Grad Life Wednesday Workshops will be held Noon - 1:00 PM PT on Weeks 2 (4/6), 4 (4/20), 6 (5/4) and 8 (5/18).

Click this link to learn more and to sign up to present.

TAKE A TRITON TO WORK MARCH 21-25

February 28, 2022

The Take a Triton to Work program is a great opportunity to network with alumni and other industry professionals to get valuable career advice, virtually or in person. This quarter you are able to select your mentor through Tritons Connect from available alumni, faculty, parents and staff members, based on your academic emphasis and career interests. All you have to do is sign up on Tritons Connect, and register for a Mentee Prep Workshop.

Start Here:

• Register/log in to Tritons Connect.
• Complete/update your profile by clicking on Edit Profile. Upload a photo and personalize your profile. Make sure to include professional, academic and volunteer experience — this is your matching criteria and will help connect you with a mentor with relevant experience.
• Select “Take a Triton to Work” (under the Seek Mentoring section).
• Write a response to the prompt, “What do you hope to gain from a career-exploration conversation?”(Under Summary Section)
• Register to attend a Mentee Prep Workshop (you only need to attend one session).

The Mentee Workshops are as follows.

• Tuesday, March 1, Noon-12:30 PM PT -- Register here
• Thursday, March 3, 12:30-1:00 PM PT -- Register here
• Wednesday, March 9, 3:30-4:00 PM PT -- Register here

Note: Matching begins after the first Mentee Prep Workshop, as the mentor list may change.

Once you’ve paired with a mentor, you can coordinate an in-person or virtual meetup with them during spring break (March 21-25). From a virtual meeting to a coffee shop chat, or even a day of shadowing at your mentor’s place of work, how and where you meet is up to you and your mentor.

If you have questions, contact Career Center advisors at careercenter(at)ucsd.edu or make an appointment on Handshake.

GPSA/BASIC NEEDS COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE BOXES

February 24, 2022

TEACHING + LEARNING COMMONS OFFERINGS

February 24, 2022

SPRING 2022 INTRO TO COLLEGE TEACHING
DATE/TIME: Tuesdays 3:30pm-5:30pm for spring quarter; Class starts the week of March 29th and ends the week of May 31st. 
LOCATION: In-person (Teaching + Learning Commons space of Geisel Library) with option to engage via Zoom
REGISTER HERE (open until March 18 or when class session is full)

COURSE DESIGN SERIES
DATES:  March 14-18 or June 6-10
LOCATION: Zoom
REGISTER HERE 

WRITING RETREATS
Week 9: March 1-3 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm - REGISTER HERE

Finals Week: March 14-18 from 9:00 am – 12:00 noon - REGISTER HERE

COVID BOOSTER VACCINE BONANZA

February 24, 2022

You are invited to the COVID Booster Vaccine Bonanza hosted by Student Health Services in conjunction with VCSA & Camp Cozy. Both Moderna and Pfizer vaccines available. The first 200 students to sign up get a Yogurt Land voucher!

DATE: Friday, February 25
TIME: 6:00 - 10:00 PM PT
WALK-INS WELCOME, BUT REDUCE WAIT TIMES BY SCHEDULING YOUR APPT HERE

VISUAL ARTS GRADUATE OPEN STUDIOS 

February 16, 2022

Visual Arts Graduate Open Studios are coming up on February 26, and this year they will be both in-person and online. Online representations of the 30+ artist studios, screening program, panel discussions, and exhibitions will be viewable here starting February 26th. And find all the info about attending in-person on this page.

WRITING HUB RETREATS AND WORKSHOPS

February 16, 2022

Here's a gentle reminder about the remaining retreats and workshops offered by the Writing Hub:

REGISTER FOR THE FOLLOWING WRITING RETREATS HERE 

Week 8

Feb 22-24 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Week 9

March 1-3 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Finals Week

March 14-18 from 9:00 am – 12:00 noon

REGISTER FOR THE FOLLOWING WRITING WORKSHOPS HERE 

Connecting with Non-Expert Audiences

Feb 18 at 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Wreck Your Draft!

Feb 22 from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

REGISTER FOR THE FOLLOWING WRITING WORKSHOPS (ACADEMIC JOB MARKET SERIES) HERE 

Diversity Statements

Feb 25 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

PRESIDENTS' DAY HOLIDAY OFFICE CLOSURE

February 16, 2022

HEADS UP: The Graduate Division office will be closed on Monday, February 21. We'll be "back" the following day. See the Academic/Administrative calendar for more important dates.

DIVERSITY AND SCIENCE LECTURES

February 15, 2022

Have you had a chance yet to check out the Diversity and Science Lecture Series (DASL) yet? They're on select Wednesdays at 11:00am PT. Attend a session to hear about the cutting edge work and life experiences of life science trainee researchers at UC San Diego. Learn about what has shaped their careers and research interests. Subscribe to their email list here. 

STUDENT AFFAIRS: WHAT WE'VE LEARNED NEWSLETTERS

February 14, 2022 (updated)

Check out the Student Affairs What We've Learned Newsletters.

Week Six

View the archives here.  

GRAD SLAM 2022

February 14, 2022

Grad SLAM is an annual competition that helps graduate and professional students learn to communicate the impact of their research in three minutes or less. The deadline to submit recorded talks for the 2022 Grad SLAM is Wednesday, February 16. Check out the 2022 GUIDELINES AND DOWNLOADS here for all the info and mark your calendars for the UC San Diego final round that will be on Thursday, April 7, and then the UC system-wide final round on Friday, May 6, 2022.  

GRAD LIFE WEDNESDAY WORKSHOPS

February 14, 2022

Next week's Grad Life Wednesday Workshop (2/23, 1-2pm PT in the Philip Vera Cruz Room) will feature the following.

Brandon Makogawa - Biological Sciences - "Hygienic Behavior in Managed and Feral Honey Bees"

Ugbad Farah - Biological Sciences - "Ecology & Evolution of Algal Bioenergy Systems"

and

Jesse Enriquez - Education Studies - "Transfer Students and Transfer Receptive Culture"

Register here asap to attend and get free lunch.

On Wednesdays of Week 5, 6, and 8 (2/2, 2/9 and 2/23) at 1-2pm PT Grad Life will host a workshop at the Old Student Center at the Phillip Vera Cruz room (below LGBT resource center), where students will have 15 minutes each to present their work to other students from different programs and all grad students are welcome to attend.

GPSA HIRING HEALTH & WELL-BEING LIAISON

February 8, 2022

The Graduate and Professional Student Association is recruiting for the position of Health and Well-being Liaison to work collaboratively with campus partners in the Health and Well-being Cluster. This stipend position will provide the graduate ad professional student voice about CAPS hiring, offerings from Health Promotion Services, and oversight of the CAPS Mental Health Fee Refereendum, among other duties. APPLY HERE by Friday, February 11 at 11:59PM, and contact vpcampus(at)gsa.ucsd.edu with any questions about the position.

RESEARCH COMPLIANCE AND INTEGRITY (RCI) NEWSLETTER

February 8, 2022

Did you know that the UC San Diego Office of Research Compliance and Integrity (which provides timely notices to the research community on important information, policy updates, and regulatory initiatives and changes) produces a newsletter? Check out the archive here and email them at rci(at)ucsd.edu to sign up for the newsletter.

2021-22 UCSD HEERF III GRANTS STILL AVAILABLE

February 7, 2022 (updated)

As announced to all graduate and professional students via email on 11/12/21 and then updated in January 2022, UC San Diego has received Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund III (HEERF III) monies designated for students who have exceptional financial need. Over 3,000 students have been served, but there is still some funding available. The link to apply is under Financial Aid in TritonLink. See FAQs and more info here.  

NEWLY ADMITTED INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS - WHERE TO START

February 7, 2022

Are you a newly admitted international student? Check out the "Newly Admitted International Students" page by the International Students & Programs Office (ISPO). They offer a wide array of information, checklists, and resources to help support your plan and arrival to the United States.

GET BUCKS FOR GETTING BOOSTED

February 7, 2022 (updated)

Turns out, you can STILL get $10 in Triton Cash when you get boosted AND document it because the program has been extended through February. Congrats to the over 22K eligible Tritons who have done it so far. See all the details here.

GRAD LIFE WEDNESDAY WORKSHOPS

February 7, 2022 (updated)

This week's Grad Life Wednesday Workshop (2/9, 1-2pm PT in the Philip Vera Cruz Room) will feature the following.

António Valentim - Global Policy & Strategy - "Effects of Environmental Protests on Voting Behavior"

and

Evelyn Vasquez - Literature - "How does art disguise or reveal low-income housing and it's intersection with modernity and capitalism?"

Register here asap to attend and get free lunch.

On Wednesdays of Week 5, 6, and 8 (2/2, 2/9 and 2/23) at 1-2pm PT Grad Life will host a workshop at the Old Student Center at the Phillip Vera Cruz room (below LGBT resource center), where students will have 15 minutes each to present their work to other students from different programs and all grad students are welcome to attend.

STUDENT AFFAIRS: WHAT WE'VE LEARNED NEWSLETTERS

February 7, 2022 (updated)

Check out the Student Affairs What We've Learned Newsletters.

Week Five

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INNOVATION EVENTS

February 4, 2022

 The Office of Innovation and Commericialization is presenting two virtual events this month that at best, you will find rivoting, but at least might find interesting.

WEBINAR: Innovation @ The Edge: What Has Space Done For Me Lately?
DATE: Thursday, Feb 10
TIME: 4:00 - 5:30 PM PT
REGISTER HERE

WEBINAR: StartR Demo Day
DATE: Wednesday, February 16
TIME: 5:30 PM PT
REGISTER HERE

WRITING HUB RETREATS AND WORKSHOPS

February 2, 2022

Have you seen what the Writing Hub is offering of late?

Firstly, writing retreats are a series of sessions that combine group workshops, individualized writing support, and dedicated time for making progress on long and/or complex writing projects. In each session, graduate students will interact with an encouraging community of writers from across the disciplines; learn strategies for developing productive and sustainable writing practices; overcome writer’s block; and make meaningful progress on writing projects such as seminar papers, research proposals, conference presentations, journal articles, theses, dissertations, and job application materials.

REGISTER FOR THE FOLLOWING WRITING RETREATS HERE

Week 6

Feb 9-11 from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm 

Feb 12-13 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm (weekend)

Week 7

Feb 16-18 from 9:00 am – 12:00 noon

Week 8

Feb 22-24 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Week 9

March 1-3 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Finals Week

March 14-18 from 9:00 am – 12:00 noon

REGISTER FOR THE FOLLOWING WRITING WORKSHOPS HERE 

Developing a Research Article

Feb 8 from 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm 

Effective and Engaging Cover Letters

Feb 10 from 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Telling a Scientific Story

Feb 15 from 12:00 noon – 2:00 pm

Connecting with Non-Expert Audiences

Feb 18 at 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Wreck Your Draft!

Feb 22 from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

REGISTER FOR THE FOLLOWING WRITING WORKSHOPS (ACADEMIC JOB MARKET SERIES) HERE 

Teaching Statements

Feb 9 from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Research Statements

Feb 16 from 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Diversity Statements

Feb 25 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

February 1, 2022

This year's theme is "Black Health and Wellness: UC San Diego Honors Medical Pioneers and Community Healers." We so appreciate the work of the Black History Month Planning Committee, who are again this year putting together terrific educational and celebratory campus activities such as the...  

UCSD Black History Month Celebration and Scholarship Awards Ceremony

This free, virtual celebration will feature a keynote speech from Dr. Rodney Hood, UC San Diego School of Medicine alumnus, president of the Multicultural Health Foundation and co-founder of the Covid19 Equity Task Force in San Diego; as well as recognition of student scholars at UC San Diego. 

DATE: Friday, February 25
TIME: 4:00-6:00pm PT
REGISTER HERE

But please visit the website to see the FULL LINE UP OF EVENTS! 

STUDENT AFFAIRS: WHAT WE'VE LEARNED NEWSLETTERS

January 31, 2022 (updated)

Check out the Student Affairs What We've Learned Newsletters.

Week Four

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STUDENT AD PASSWORD CHANGES REQUIRED

January 24, 2022 (updated)

As of today, nearly 19K students have already changed their password. Thanks so much and please help us spread the word!

AND PLEASE DON'T FORGET: After you change your AD password, you'll need to update your wifi log in. To help avoid systems being negatively affected next week by too many devices automatically trying to connect unsuccessfully, see if you can get your device to “forget the network" even before you're back on campus. Otherwise, please remember to do it as soon as you visit campus again.

HEADS UP: All undergraduate, graduate and professional students as well as medical and pharmacy students are required to change their Active Directory (AD) password in the coming weeks. Students will be notified to do so via direct email and when you log in via Student SSO, but the deadlines will be staggered over the next several weeks in order to blaance the load on systems and the Service Desk. See details in the campus notice here.

NATIONAL HUMANITIES ALLIANCE ANNUAL MEETING & ADVOCACY DAY

January 24, 2022

Something that might be of interest to Humanities students/scholars: the Virtual National Humanities Alliance Annual Meeting on Monday, March 14, and the Humanities Advocacy Day on March 15.   

STUDENT AFFAIRS: WHAT WE'VE LEARNED NEWSLETTERS

January 24, 2022 (updated)

Check out the Student Affairs What We've Learned Newsletters.

Week Three

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TRITON LEADERS CONFERENCE: ALLYSHIP

January 20, 2022

On February 4-5, 2022, Triton Leaders Conference, which is celebrating its 5th year, will once again bring together alumni, students, staff, faculty and community leaders to gather as Tritons, connect with fellow attendees, explore campus priorities, learn, share and grow. The focus this year is "Allyship: Achieving Inclusive Excellence." 

See all the details and register here.

GET BUCKS FOR GETTING BOOSTED

January 19, 2022

 Have you heard that you can get $10 in Triton Cash when you get boosted in January? See more details here.

GRAD LIFE WEDNESDAY WORKSHOPS

January 18, 2022

Come get some valuable practice at presenting your research AND FREE LUNCH! Learn more and register here. 

On Wednesdays of Week 5, 6, and 8 (2/2, 2/9 and 2/23) at 1-2pm Grad Life will host a workshop at the Old Student Center at the Phillip Vera Cruz room (below LGBT resource center), where 3 students will have 15 minutes each to present their work to other students from different programs and all grad students are welcome to attend.

STUDENT AFFAIRS: WHAT WE'VE LEARNED NEWSLETTERS

January 18, 2022 (updated)

Check out the Student Affairs What We've Learned Newsletters.

Week Two

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WINTER TESTING REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS

January 14, 2022

In addition to the Return to Learn website, the Vice Chancellor - Student Affairs office has put together this page to help explain the nuances of the testing requirement for students.

RETURN TO CAMPUS & WINTER 2022 TESTING REQUIREMENTS

January 12, 2022

By now you've probably heard that a PCR test is required within 24 hours of arrival back on campus, but read this Health Alert from VC Satterlund and Interim Exec Director Scioscia carefully for the latest details regarding rapid antigen testing before traveling, testing once upon arrival on campus, as well as Winter 2022 Surveillance Testing.

DESIGN@LARGE SPEAKER SERIES

January 11, 2022

Have you heard of the Design@Large speaker series? Brought to you by the UC San Diego Design Lab, this virtual seminar series features distinguished academic and industry speakers in design. The series aims to showcase the ever-evolving, interdisciplinary nature of design in the real-world context. They are convened via Zoom on most Wednesdays this quarter at 4:00 PM PT, but will also be recorded and made available afterward. Learn more on their webpage here.

*The UC San Diego Design Lab works on major societal issues, such as large-scale education, automation, healthcare, visualization of complex phenomena and data, social interactions, citizen science, and the ethical issues that are of ever-increasing importance. For the Design Lab, design is a way of thinking, addressing the core issues, always taking a systems point of view, emphasizing the role of people in the complex systems of the modern world.

WINTER 2022 STUDENT COVID-TESTING PROTOCOL

January 10, 2022

GPSA President Brian Lattimore and AS President Manu Agni break down the Winter 2022 COVID-19 testing protocol for UC San Diego students, but if [after watching it] you have any questions, reach out to rtl(at)ucsd.edu.

GRADUATE DIVISION OFFICE REMOTE UNTIL MON, JAN 31

January 7, 2022

By now you have probably seen yesterday's update from Chancellor Khosla extending the mandatory remote instruction period. So, in keeping consistent with campus direction, The Graduate Division office will stay remote through the date outlined in the announcement [Fri, Jan 28]. We currently plan to return on Mon, Jan 31. 

WEBINAR: PRESUMED INCOMPETENT II: EMPOWERING WOMEN OF COLOR TO SUCCEED IN THE ACADEMIC WORKPLACE

January 7, 2022

Drawing upon the insights of her book Presumed Incompetent II: Race, Class, Power, and Resistance of Women in Academia (Utah State University Press, 2020), Professor Carmen G. Gonzalez will discuss the subtle and overt patterns of workplace subordination encountered by female faculty of color in order to identify concrete strategies that may be adopted by faculty and administrators to overcome entrenched institutional inequities.  

This webinar is presented by the Center for Faculty Diversity and Inclusion and is open to all members of campus, including faculty, researchers, adminstrators, staff and students.

DATE: Friday, February 4
TIME: 9:00 - 10:30 AM PT
REGISTER HERE 

CHANGEMAKER WEEK COMING UP

January 6, 2022

Held in conjuntion with Martin Luther King Jr. Day each year, UC San Diego Changemaker Week offers an opportunity to discover how to create positive social change through public and community service, research, social innovation, social entrepreneurship, social justice, and more. See the list of activities this year here.

Back in 2017 UC San Diego received the distinction of being designated as a Changemaker Campus for "providing students with interdisciplinary, entrepreneurial and solutions-oriented skills to succeed in today's complex world." Check out the article here.

UC-HSI RESEARCH AND PRACTICE BRIEF SERIES & WEBINAR

January 5, 2022

The University of California (UC-HSI) Hispanic-Serving Initiative is thrilled to announce the upcoming publication of the inaugural UC HSI Initiative Research and Practice Brief Series! The series will feature three research and practice briefs written by thought and practice leaders in the UC community.  

To celebrate the launch, they invite us to join their upcoming webinar "Towards a Culture of Servingness: How the UCs Embrace their Past, Present, and Future as an HSI system" on January 13, 2022, 2:00-3:00 pm PT. The webinar will feature an engaging discussion with their brief series’ authors during which they will share innovative practices and impactful research happening across the UC system as it relates to the UC’s status as a Hispanic Serving Research Institutions (HSRI) system. 

DATE: Thursday, January 13
TIME: 2:00 - 3:00 PM PT
REGISTER HERE 

WINTER GRAD DISSERTATION/THESIS SUBMISSION & FORMATTING WEBINAR

January 13, 2022

Graduate Division Academic Advisors will review the Dissertation/Thesis submission process and give a brief overview of formatting. The webinar is mostly aimed at students who are planning to file for graduation in Winter or Spring 2022. 

DATE: Thursday, January 20
TIME: 10:30 AM PT
REGISTER:  bit.ly/ThesisWorkshopWinter22

PREWORK: Please review the Dissertation/Thesis Formatting Manual.

Preliminary and Final appointments may be scheduled through the Graduate Division Academic Affairs calendar here and general info can be found on Preparing to Graduate here.

STUDENT AFFAIRS: WHAT WE'VE LEARNED NEWSLETTERS

January 10, 2022 (updated)

Check out the Student Affairs What We've Learned Newsletters.

Week One

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CHANCELLOR KHOSLA: WHAT UC SAN DIEGO HAS LEARNED BATTLING THE PANDEMIC

January 10, 2022

Check out Chancellor Khosla's op ed piece in the San Diego Union-Tribune about the various things UC San Diego has done so far to battle the pandemic. It helps highlight the many ways that the university benefits our city and beyond. Many of our graduate and professional students play significant roles in those efforts. Thank you for all the you are all doing in these extraordinary times!

GPS MASTER'S STUDENT TALKS WORK/LIFE BALANCE

 January 4, 2022

We just wanted to share this article featuring a master's student at the School of Global Policy & Strategy.

WINTER TEACHING WORKSHOPS

January 3, 2022

The Engaged Teaching Hub continues to offer invaluable resources and strategies for those of you that are teaching.

• Foundations of Teaching: How People Learn
  Plan teaching strategies to address preconceptions and help students learn.
  Date and Time: Week 1-- Wednesday, Jan 5^th 3:00pm-4:00pm
  Location: Zoom (link will be shared prior to the workshop)
  Register

• Teaching What You Don’t Know
  Teaching outside of your expertise or comfort area? You can still support students-- join us to learn practical tips!
  Date and Time: Week 2-- Tuesday, Jan 11th 12:00-1:30pm
  Location: Zoom (link will be shared prior to the workshop; previously planned for in-person)
  Register

• Guiding Students in Learning: Asking the Right Questions
  Learn how to ask questions that help students learn to think, instead of just giving the answer.
  Date and Time: Week 3-- Wednesday, Jan 19th 12pm-1pm - on Zoom
  Register for Zoom

AND HERE'S SOMETHING NEW: High-Impact and Low-Prep Ideas for Starting the Quarter with Remote Instruction
As we plan for a remote start to Winter quarter, check out this one-pager for a few practices that can make for a smoother start without having too much impact on your workload:
High-Impact and Low-Prep Ideas for Starting the Quarter with Remote Instruction (https://tinyurl.com/quick2remote)

(VIRTUAL) WELCOME BACK

January 3, 2022

On December 21, 2021 Chancellor Khosla announced that in anticipation of a surge of positive COVID-19 cases which may coincide with winter quarter, UC San Diego is moving all instruction to a remote-only modality from January 3, 2022 to January 17, 2022. Per usual, the Return to Learn website has up to date info regarding campus operations etc, and we encourage you to bookmark it and refer to it often.

For international students and their parents and families, the International Students & Programs Office (ISPO) is a tremendous resource that we encourage you to utilize. For instance, check out their COVID-19 FAQ page for international students.

Lastly, be sure to check your UC San Diego email account as campus notices and updates are sent there.