Student Updates

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR INTL TA CANDIDATES WEBINAR

September 14, 2023

The UC San Diego International Students & Programs Office (ISPO) and Extended Studies are teaming up to offer a webinar TOMORROW during which they will go over the English language proficiency requirements for International TA candidates. Both international students and department TA hiring representatives and/or faculty are welcome to attend and submit questions. 

DATE: Friday, September 15
TIME: 10:30 - 11:30 AM PT
LOCATION: Zoom
REGISTER HERE

LGBT RESOURCE CENTER OPEN HOUSE FOR INCOMING GRAD STUDENTS

September 8, 2023

Connect with your fellow incoming LGBTQIA+ students, current LGBTQA+ student leaders, and staff of the LGBT Resource Center.  Get some sweets, treats, and your community connection!  Ask any questions, get some answers, and start to build the community that will sustain you for your time in graduate education.

DATE: September 19
TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 PM
LOCATION: The LGBT Resource Center between Mandeville Center and the Original Student center, right near the Art of Espresso Coffee Cart. 

RSVP HERE BY 9/15/23

CREATING A CULTURE OF CARE TRAINING

August 21, 2023 (updated)

This interactive training might be helpful to those graduate and professional students that are helping to teach or mentor other students. The course, Creating a Culture of Care: Supporting Students in Distress, is designed to assist in recognizing and supporting students whose academic progress or functioning in the uiniversity environment is adversely affected due to a number of indicators that are impacting their well-being and/or the well-being of others. One session remains.

• September 14, 2023 | 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. (In-Person)

In-person location will be provided upon registration. Register on the UC Learning Center and search keyword “Students in Distress”. Contact Diana Go at dgo(at)ucsd.edu with questions.

TEACHING + LEARNING COMMONS OFFERINGS

August 16, 2023

Will you be teaching this year as an Instructional Assistant? If yes, check out the following.

Teaching the Craft: A Panel-Podcast on Creative Course Instruction
Listen to a live recording of a panel discussion on teaching fine arts courses, including music, visual arts, literature, and theatre. Hear from TAs and Instructors, learn about varied pedagogical approaches, and find out how to pivot when you hit a wall in the classroom. Can't listen live? The podcast and an accompanying handout will be later distributed via the Teaching and Learning Commons.

DATE: Wednesday, September 27
TIME: 1:00 - 2:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Zoom
REGISTER HERE

SAVE THE DATE: NEW INSTRUCTUAL ASSISTANT TEACHING SYMPOSIUM

July 31, 2023

Will you be teaching this fall as an Instructional Assistant?
(NOTE: Instructional Assistant or IA is an umbrella term that includes teaching assistants, instructional apprentices, readers, and tutors.) 

If yes... Save the Date for: 

New Instructional Assistant Teaching Symposium: Wednesday, September 27 9am-3pm (Zoom)

Join the Teaching & Learning Commons on Zoom for their annual teaching symposium with a keynote conversation on good-to-know teaching info, interactive workshops to help you prep for Week 1, and a panel session with experienced IAs. Registration and details coming soon.

WELCOME, NEW GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL STUDENTS

July 26, 2023 (updated)

Check out the Triton Weeks of Welcome here and be sure to save the date for the following highlights.

RESOURCE FAIR: Learn about campus offices and graduate student organizations at this in-person resource fair on Thursday, September 7 in Town Square. 

NEW STUDENT WELCOME CONVOCATION: Marks the formal entrance of incoming students into UC San Diego’s scholarly community.  As a bookend to Commencement, Convocation provides an opportunity for the newest Tritons to hear from campus leaders and engage with faculty at the start of their collegiate journey. This year it'll be on Tuesday, September 26, at 5:00 PM PT on RIMAC Field.

RECREATION'S MEET THE BEACH: ...will be held on Saturday, September 30 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at Scripps Pier. More details will be shared prior to the event. Check the TWOW website periodically for updates.

Find more resources on the Graduate Education & Postdoc Affrs (GEPA) website here.

RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS WITH DEPENDENTS

July 24, 2023

Diaper Bank: In parternership with the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank and other community donors, Jewish Family Services provides a weekly diaper distribution for families. See details here.

Free Summer Meals: To help alleviate stress for families that rely on school meals, Feeding San Diego offers prepared Summer meals at Summer Food Service Program sites, and no-cost groceries are distributed at library sites and school pantries. Meals are provided to children under 18, and meals must be eater on site. Grocery pick-up attendees are encouraged to bring their own bags & wagons to carry the food, which includes pantry items and fresh produce. Find details here.

Home Start: provides services to children living in poverty who require immediate, comprehensive solutions to ensure their safety and healthy development. Learn more here.

Find more and sign up to receive updates on community events and resources here on the Students with Dependents website.

FINANCIAL SUPPORT RESOURCES

July 17, 2023

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. 

SUMMER GRAD DISSERTATION/THESIS SUBMISSION & FORMATTING WEBINAR

July 17, 2023 (updated)

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 Spring or Summer 2023. 

DATE: Monday, July 17
TIME: 10:00 - 11:00 AM PT
REGISTER HERE

(Note: Students must sign into their Zoom account before they can register for the webinar.)

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.

INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE PEER MENTORSHIP

July 11, 2023

The International Students & Programs Office is looking for peer mentors for the Grad Pals program. 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.

2023 VISUAL ARTS GRAD EXHIBITIONS

July 11, 2023

Check out the work of the talented UC San Diego graduate students in Visual Arts here.

CONGRATULATIONS TO 2023 GPSA AWARD RECIPIENTS

July 11, 2023

Interdisciplinary Research Awards are awarded to UCSD graduate and professional students engaged in innovative, interdisciplinary research. Congratulations to this year's winners:

• Austin Beacham, Political Science
• Hao Wen-Dong, Computer Science & Engineering
• Palka Puri, Physics
• Ross E. Turner, Materials Science & Engineering

 The Chancellor's Dissertation Medal honors graduate students who have recently completed their thesis work at UC San Diego. Congratulations to this year's winners:

• Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science: Nabamallika Dehingia (Joint Doctoral Program in Public Health)
• Jacobs School of Engineering: Yue Qin (Bioinformatics and Systems Biology) 
• School of Arts and Humanities: Marianna Hovhannisyan (Visual Arts)
• School of Biological Sciences: Jinhao "Albert" Xu (Cell and Development Biology)
• School of Physical Sciences: Akhil Premkumar (Physics)
• School of Social Sciences: Daegyeong "D.G." Kim (Political Science)
• Scipps Institution of Oceanography: Ariel Pezner (Oceanography)

2023 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONIES

July 11, 2023

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 2023!

• Recordings of the Commencement Ceremonies
• Class of 2023 Outstanding Graduates Article

SUMMER COMMUNITY FORUMS FOR GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL STUDENTS

June 26, 2023

Community Forums offer a space where students can focus on building connections, sharing and exchanging ideas, and learning from each other. These forums are offered for free throughout the quarter for all registered UC San Diego students. Take a look at the list of forums here.

GEPA OFFICE CLOSED FOR JUNETEENTH

June 16, 2023

The Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs (GEPA) office will be closed Monday, June 19, 2023 for the Juneteenth Holiday. Learn more about the holiday here.

RESOURCES FOR TEACHING THIS SUMMER

June 13, 2023

Are you teaching this summer? The Teaching + Learning Commons has your back. 

SUMMER SESSION TEACHERS' LOUNGE
Join a community of fellow summer course instructors to commiserate and productively troubleshoot teaching challenges, celebrate teaching wins, and plan for the upcoming week with just-in-time tips from Engaged Teaching. See registration form for more information and contact engagedteaching(at)ucsd.edu with questions.

This space is open to all teaching as instructor-of-record in summer at UC San Diego.

Session 1 Teacher’s Lounge: Fridays 12-1pm, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug 4
Session 2 Teacher’s Lounge: Fridays 12-1pm, August 11, 18, 25, Sept 1, 8

And check out these online resources:

WELCOME PACK FOR INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANTS

CHECKLIST FOR FOUNDATIONAL TASKS AS AN INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

BOOK A REMOTE 1:1 TEACHNG CONSULTATION AND/OR OBSERVATION

UC GRADUATE STUDENT EXPERIENCE SURVEY

June 13, 2023

The University of California Office of the President is conducting the Graduate Student Experience Survey (UCGSES) to better understand graduate and professional student experiences at the UC. 

All UC San Diego graduate and professional students are invited to participate in the survey by June 30, 2023, and it will take approximately 25 minutes to complete. In appreciation for your time, survey completers will automatically be entered for a chance to win one of the following prizes:

6 Amazon gift cards valued at $25 each
3 Amazon gift cards valued at $50 each
1 Amazon gift cards valued at $100 each
1 Amazon gift card valued at $200

CREATING A CULTURE OF CARE TRAINING

June 12, 2023

This interactive training might be helpful to those graduate and professional students that are helping to teach or mentor other students. The course, Creating a Culture of Care: Supporting Students in Distress, is designed to assist in recognizing and supporting students whose academic progress or functioning in the uiniversity environment is adversely affected due to a number of indicators that are impacting their well-being and/or the well-being of others. 

Three upcoming classes to choose from:

• July 13, 2023 | 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. (Virtual)
• August 17, 2023 | 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. (In-Person)
• September 14, 2023 | 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. (In-Person)

In-person location will be provided upon registration. Register on the UC Learning Center and search keyword “Students in Distress”. Contact Diana Go at dgo(at)ucsd.edu with questions.

SPRING FINALS WEEK @ THE ZONE

June 12, 2023

Open from Monday-Friday, from 10AM to 6PM, located next to Jamba Juice in Price Center Plaza, The Zone is a place where you can take a well-deserved break. Check out The Zone Calendar for more information or their Instagram @ucsdshw

THERAPY FLUFFIES @ LIBRARY WALK TMRW

June 12, 2023

Get a little boost from visiting with some four-legged friends [two Golden Retrievers and a Bichon/Poodle mix] on Library Walk tomorrow for the last Therapy Fluffies session this academic year.

DATE: Tuesday, June 13
TIME: 1:00 - 2:30 PM PT
LOCATION: Library Walk

SAVE THE DATE: SAN DIEGO PRIDE PARADE

June 6, 2023

The annual San Diego Pride Parade, which honors and celebrates the LGBTQ community, is coming up on July 15, 2023. It's held in Hillcrest and just watching the parade and cheering on the participants is great, but if you'd like to walk in the parade as part of the UC San Diego contingent, sign up here. Happy Pride, Tritons!

PATHS PROGRAM IS HIRING GRADUATE STUDENT ADVOCATES

June 6, 2023

The PATHways to STEM through Enhanced Access and Mentorship (PATHS) Program’s mission is to increase the number, persistence, and success of underrepresented students in science, technology, engineering, math (STEM) and medicine.The PATHS Program is a four-year undergraduate scholarship and student support program that provides an annual scholarship, enhanced access to stratified mentorship, campus support, hands-on training, and academic preparation support.

Graduate Student Advocates are dedicated to the mentorship, ongoing wellness, and success of PATHS Scholars. They are the first line of contact with scholars and are prepared to guide them in identifying and utilizing the appropriate campus-based resources and tools to meet student needs. Graduate Advocates provide scholars with complex support in developing their research skills, guidance on networking with faculty and graduate students, researching and applying to competitive research programs/internships and graduate school programs, and presenting at local and national research conferences.

Qualifications:

• Must be a graduate student at UC San Diego.
• Must be able to dedicate up to 10-14 hours per week
• Must have experience working with students from underrepresented and underserved backgrounds.
• Must have an interest in the personal and academic mentorship of undergraduate students.

Application:
Please submit your application via Handshake- Job Code 7904605 - PATHS Graduate Advocate (STDT 4). The deadline to apply is June 23, 2023. 

UC SAN DIEGO JUNETEENTH CELEBRATIONS

June 6, 2023

The Juneteenth Holiday, which commemorates the end of slavery across the United States, is coming up. This year’s theme “Hip Hop, Liberation & Kujichagulia” focuses on education, signature dishes, and the historical relevance of soulful music. The program will celebrate the vibrancy and creativity of Black culture and express appreciation for the Black Excellence exemplified across the University. Complimentary food will be provided to the first 200 Tritons who reserve their ticket online.

DATE: Tuesday, June 20
TIME: 2:00 - 4:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Price Center Ballroom East (2nd fl)
REGISTER HERE for the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration and Black Excellence Awards.

There will also be A Celebration of Black Art, Music and Community Sunday afternoon and evening downtown featuring:

• Black-owned business market
• Panel discussion exploring “What does liberation mean in the 21st Century?”
• Live music throughout the day, concluding with a Neo Soul Performance by some of San Diego's best musicians

Free and open to the public; complimentary food and beverages.

DATE: Sunday, June 18
TIME: Noon - 7:00 PM PT
LOCATION: UC San Diego Park & Market, 1100 Market St., San Diego, CA 92101
REGISTER HERE

BOOK & TOY SWAP FOR LITTLES ------CANCELLED

June 2, 2023 (updated)

The book and toy swap event is back again by popular demand! Are your little ones outgrowing their toys or no longer interested in some of their books? Rather than throwing them out, bring those clean and gently used toys and books over to the Nuevo East Lawn for another family to enjoy. Econauts will also make tote bags out of your old T-shirts. Brought to you by your OMS/Nuevo West CA, Amira.

DATE: Saturday, June 3, 2023 -- Sorry, we just got word that it's been CANCELLED!
TIME: 10:00 AM - Noon PT
LOCATION: Nuevo East Lawn

MERKIN GRADUATE FELLOWS PROGRAM: CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

May 31, 2023

The Merkin Graduate Fellows Program provides UC San Diego graduate students with a novel opportunity to conduct innovative research in fields broadly related to translational medicine at academic and industry sites abroad. 

Applications for the Merkin Graduate Fellows Program are reviewed on a rolling basis during the academic year, with one application review deadline each quarter. The Summer 2023 application deadline is Saturday, July 15, 2023.

Prior to submitting your application, please ensure you have read the Merkin Graduate Fellows Program FAQs, particularly those under the “Application” section, at https://merkinfellowship.ucsd.edu. For any questions, please contact Dr. Giulia Hoffmann at merkinfellowship(at)ucsd.edu.

CAREER CONSORTIUM BRUNCH

May 31, 2023

Join career-focused peers and the Career & Professional Development folks at the Career Center for a delicious brunch.

DATE: Wednesday, June 21
TIME: 10:00 AM PT
LOCATION: The Career Center Patio
RSVP by emailing mmartinezmontano(at)ucsd.edu 

UPCOMING MUSIC CONCERTS AND EVENTS

May 30, 2023

Did you know that UC San Diego Department of Music concerts are open to both internal and external audiences? Check out the DMA [Doctor of Music Arts] and Dissertation performances by this year's graduate students here. Just make sure to submit the required RSVP for all concerts that are both free and ticketed at music.ucsd.edu/tickets.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT FROM INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS & PROGRAMS OFFICE

May 30, 2023

Effective May 11, 2023, the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) ended its Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) guidance, consistent with the end of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency, following the end of the COVID-19 National Emergency on April 10, 2023.  

SEVP originally published its COVID-19 flexibilities in 2020 to accommodate the national emergencies as they pertained to SEVP-certified schools and students in areas such as enrollment, employment, health & safety, and travel. The flexibilities were always intended as a temporary measure to allow students to continue their studies with the least disruption possible and did not signify or result in a permanent change to F-1 regulations.  

We understand that you may have questions about how this may impact you and the students you work with. ISPO is working on updating our website, iUpdates.ucsd.edu, to provide updated FAQs regarding the impacts of this guidance on enrollment, employment, travel, and health & safety.  

This week and next, ISPO will be sending direct communication to newly-admitted, continuing, and graduated international students in F-1 visa status at UC San Diego to communicate the following major changes:  

• Newly Admitted Students: Any F-1 student with a Summer 2023 or Fall 2023 program start date on their Form I-20 must adhere to F-1 regulations that were in place prior to March 2020, namely that:  
• Students must enroll in a minimum of 12 units each academic quarter, unless they have an approved reduced course load.  
• No more than one remote class per quarter can be used to meet the 12-unit, full-time enrollment requirement. Note: Remote courses are denoted as “RCLASS” in WebReg.  

• Continuing Students: Effective September 25, 2023, any F-1 student with a program start date in Spring 2023 or prior on their Form I-20 must adhere to F-1 regulations that were in place prior to March 2020, namely that:  
• Students must enroll in a minimum of 12 units each academic quarter, unless they have an approved reduced course load.  
• No more than one remote class per quarter can be used to meet full-time enrollment requirements. Remote courses are denoted as “RCLASS” in WebReg.  

• J-1 Students:The Department of State has not released updated guidance for J-1 students as a result of the end of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency. We will provide more information as it becomes available.  

• Alumni (Optional Practical Training (OPT) or STEM OPT Extension): Effective September 25, 2023, any F-1 student currently maintaining status on F-1 Post-Completion OPT or F-1 STEM OPT Extension must adhere to F-1 regulations that were in place prior to March 2020. Students must ensure they are meeting the minimum hours of employment each week to maintain valid F-1 Status.  

• Campus Partners:As enrollment begins for continuing students returning for Fall 2023, we urge you to keep these changes in mind.  

We understand that you may have questions about how this may impact you and your students. ISPO is working on updating our website, iUpdates.ucsd.edu, to provide updated FAQs regarding the impacts of this guidance on enrollment, employment, travel, and health & safety.  

For questions, contact ISPO’s Assistant Director of Student Services, Pauline Deguzman at pfdeguzman(at)ucsd.edu.  

ALL THINGS INNOVATION AND COMMERCIALIZATION WEBINAR

May 30, 2023

The UC San Diego Research Compliance and Integrity (RCI) Office continues to offer the Research Compliance Hot Topics and Training Program (Program) to all UC San Diego faculty, staff and students.  The Program offers training through a variety of forums, including workshops, videos, newsletters and other activities, and is designed to serve as an educational resource to assist the UC San Diego research community with the complexities of conducting research.  

Below is the information for our next session:  

Title:  All things Innovation and Commercialization
Date:   Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Time:  11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location:  via Zoom Webinar

Dr. Paul Roben, Associate Vice Chancellor for Innovation and Commercialization, will provide information on the roles and responsibilities of the Office of Innovation and Commercialization (OIC) and where it fits in the university structure.  Additionally, the process of commercializing inventions and how OIC supports that process will be discussed.  Guidance on resources available to inventors and entrepreneurs across the campus will be provided as well.  There will also be a question and answer period.  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. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be available through the UC Learning Center.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION (Register by June 12, 2023):
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 questions, please contact the RCI Office at (858) 822-4939 or rci(at)ucsd.edu.

STUDENTS WITH DEPENDENTS SURVEY 2023

May 30, 2023

Please take 5-7 minutes to fill out a brief needs assessment to better inform current and future practices for student with dependents at UCSD. Please contact b2barreto(at)ucsd.edu with any questions. 

STRESS BETTER: SKILLS FOR MANAGING STRESS

May 30, 2023

You know you are stressed but you don’t know what to do next? The Zone and CAPS bring you this workshop in which you will discover effective techniques for dealing with stress and learn two usable strategies each week. Come join us at The Zone for fun activities to help you de-stress going into the final weeks of the quarter!! See the flyer for details.

DATE: June 2, 2023
TIME: 1:00 - 2:00 PM PT
LOCATION: in-person at The Zone

You do not need to make an appointment unless the workshop indicates pre-registration — simply show up! RISE workshops are open to all currently registered UC San Diego students. These meetings are not professional counseling. If you would like professional counseling or mental health treatment, please call the CAPS Central Office at (858) 534-3755 to arrange an appointment. 

COMMUNICATING YOUR RESEARCH 3-DAY REMOTE WORKSHOP

May 25, 2023

This intensive multi-day workshop will enhance participants’ abilities to vividly articulate their research and inspire audiences. Participants will incorporate storytelling, metaphor, and gestures while practicing innovative communication of their research. 

All UC San Diego graduate students and postdoctoral scholars are welcome. Workshop fee is fully subsidized by grAdvantage.

DATES: June 20, 21 and 22
TIME: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM PT each day
REGISTER HERE (deadline: Noon PT, June 13)

NOTE: Participants must commit to attending every day of the workshop for the full three-hours in order to fully benefit from the training.

MEMORIAL DAY FLAG PLANTING

May 23, 2023

The Student Veterans Resource Center and the Student Veterans Organization are partnering to host a remembrance ceremony. Join at any time to plant a flag in memory of a fallen servicemember and acknowledge the many lives that have been lost throughout American History. They will host liaisons from CAPS and representatives from the Department of Veterans Affairs to bring awareness to both the systemic mental health issues and the disproportionately higher death by suicide rates in the servicemember and veteran communities, when compared to civilian populations. 

DATE: Friday, May 26
TIME: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Outside of the Main Gym and Old Student Center

NO REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

LEARN ABOUT THE COST OF TRAVEL CLEARANCE

May 22, 2023

If you need a travel health clearance for your study abroad program, make an appointment with Student Health's travel clinic!

Curious about the cost? The cost of services varies based on the requirements of the country you will visit. The estimated costs for your travel appointments are listed on the information form for each country. These fees do not include the cost of immunizations, lab testing, or other diagnostic tests which may be required. See the Cost of Services page for more information.

GRADUATE CAREER STRATEGIES SERIES: STATE OF THE ECONOMY

May 22, 2023

The slowing of economic growth and unfortunate wave of company layoffs has made many students anxious about their career trajectories. In order to help you pivot and successfully identify opportunities, we are bringing in alumni and Principal Economist at LinkedIn, Guy Berger to share his insights on the data, research, and trends on the current state of the economy and hiring in California & across the US. Join us for this engaging conversation! Undergraduate and graduate students are welcome.

DATE: Wednesday, May 31
TIME: 3:30-4:30 PM PT
LOCATION: Zoom
REGISTER HERE VIA HANDSHAKE

SOCIAL SCIENCES GRADUATE STUDENT KARAOKE

May 22, 2023

GEPA Social Sciences Climate Interns invite all School of Social Sciences Graduate Students to Karaoke. There will be free food, with vegan/vegetarian options available.

DATE: Thursday, May 25
TIME: 6:00 - 8:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Rough Draft in Graduate Student Housing
REGISTER HERE

2023 GRADUATE COMMENCEMENT CEREMONIES REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 5/25/23

May 22, 2023 (updated)

Learn more about participation requirements etc here, and be sure to register here by Thursday, May 25, 2023 for the 2023 Graduate Commencement Ceremonies, which are scheduled as follows.

MASTERS CEREMONY
DATE: Saturday, June 17, 2023
START TIME: 12:30 PM PT
LOCATION: UCSD Liontree Arena

DOCTORAL & MFA CEREMONY
DATE: Saturday, June 17, 2023
START TIME: 4:00 PM PT
LOCATION: UCSD Liontree Arena

Please note that School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Rady School of Management, and School of Global Policy & Strategy hold their own individual commencement ceremonies.

2023 WAGNER NEW PLAY FESTIVAL

May 19, 2023

The Wagner New Play Festival, named in recognition of the generosity of Molli and Arthur Wagner, showcases seven new plays written by MFA playwrights in UC San Diego’s Department of Theatre and Dance. It runs to June 10, 2023. The works featured are as follows.

• I FOUND A ZIPPER by Milo Cramer
• THICKER THAN... by Agyeiwaa Asante
• नेहा & NEEL by Ankita Raturi
• 900 YEARS by Preston Choi
• ONE ACTS BY FIRST-YEAR MFA PLAYWRIGHTS
  • Boxed by Mylan Gray
  • grippy sock vacation by Beth Hyland
  • Just the Two of Us by Phanésia Pharel

Check out this webpage for dates for each and ticketing information.  

AN INTERACTIVE VIRTUAL REALITY EXPERIENCE

May 16, 2023

The Qualcomm Institute’s (QI) IDEAS series presents “Pigments of Imagination,” an interactive virtual reality experience that frames the creative process as a narrative relating the inner-workings of one’s unique imagination to the universe around us. It is an observation on the beauty, fear, adventure, sadness and loneliness of self-discovery and the artist’s ultimate recognition of process as goal, as told through the story of a small child’s journey to the moon.

The installation is designed to reimagine the popular music video in a virtual space as a dynamic, emotionally engaging experience by exploring distinctive relationships between spatialization, audiovisual reactivity and interactivity, which allow for a narrative immersion that maintains a structured arc and conclusion but unique experience with each use.

This piece features musical contributions from UC San Diego Music’s King Britt, Steph Richards and Zach Konick, and vocalist Nick Tolford. Singular virtual reality experiences will be offered in addition to the general presentation.

DATE: Thursday, May 18
TIME: 5:00 - 8:00 PM PT (includes performance at 5:00 PM PT followed by reception at 6:00 PM PT)
LOCATION: Atkinson Hall

RSVP to ideasqi(at)ucsd.edu by noon, May 18.

ACTOR PROJECT: wasteLAnd

May 16, 2023

Innovative Los Angeles based new music ensemble wasteLAnd, featuring UC San Diego Music doctoral alumni including Rachel Beetz, Dustin Donahue, Todd Mollenberg, Ashley Walters, and Nicholas Deyoe, will premiere new works for instruments and electronics by UC San Diego composers: Matthew Henson, Roger Reynolds, Jonny Stallings, Rand Steiger, Alexander Taylor, and Ni Zheng.

wasteLAnd
Rachel Beetz, flute
Mattie Barbier, trombone
Brian Walsh, clarinet
Adrianne Pope, violin
Ashley Walters, cello
Todd Moellenberg, piano
Dustin Donahue, percussion
Nicholas Deyoe, conductor

DATE: Sunday, May 21
TIME: 5:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Atkinson Hall

FREE, but RSVP is required here
OR streaming LIVE free here: https://music-cms.ucsd.edu/concerts/live.html 

ART EXHIBITION @ THE ZONE

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY REVIEW BOARD GRADUATE STUDENT RECRUITMENT

May 12, 2023

Looking for a unique opportunity to get involved in campus leadership? Are you interested in upholding integrity? If yes, then consider serving on the Academic Integrity Review Board (AIRB) during the 2023-2024 academic year.

What Does the AIRB Do?
The AIRB hears contested cases of Policy on Integrity of Scholarship violations. So, when a student is alleged to have violated the Policy but they deny the allegation, the AIRB makes the determination as to whether the student violated academic integrity.

Why Should I Consider Serving on the AIRB?
Current and past members have said that the AIRB is one of their most fulfilling service commitments because it allows them to really feel as if they are making an important and immediately recognizable contribution to the protection of basic due process rights while upholding institutional integrity.

Will I Get Training?
Yes! Absolutely. You will receive extensive training in active listening, evidentiary-based decision-making, oral communication, question asking, and more.

How Much is the Time Commitment?
Members of the Board are expected to serve about 20 hours per quarter, including training.

Do I Get Paid?
No, this is a volunteer service opportunity but student members who complete all of the trainings and meet minimum service obligations can receive CCR credit.

Fantastic! How Do I Apply?
Interested undergraduate and graduate students should submit an application here. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and those confirmed can be trained in SUM or FA23 for service in AY23-24.

Learn more here.

ALTERNATIVE BREAKS

May 12, 2023

Brought to you by the Center for Student Involvement, Alternative Breaks are national or international service and learning trips open to ALL UC San Diego students that use education of social justice issues combined with quality direct service to have a lasting impact on students and the communities in which they work. Learn more about Alternative Breaks here.

TEACHING + LEARNING COMMONS SPRING QUARTER OFFERINGS

May 12, 2023

Applying Culturally Relevant Pedagogy to the Class Environment

Building on the foundation of "What is Culturally Relevant Pedagogy?", this session goes more in depth in applying this to the higher education context by explaining the Creating Culturally Engaging Campus Environments model and applying these concepts to support you in cultivating more culturally responsive teaching and learning environments. You are encouraged to attend whether or not you attended the previous workshop!

DATE: Wednesday, May 24
TIME: 10:00 - 11:30 PM PT
LOCATION: Zoom
REGISTER HERE

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

WOMEN IN STEM PANEL

May 12, 2023

The Grad Career Services team of the Career Center is proud to bring you a star-studded, all female alumni panel and conversation on what it means to be break barriers, build businesses, and lead as influential women in a male-dominated STEM field. Moderated by UCSD Professor Olivia A. Graeve (Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering), the panelists are graduates from Architecture-based Enterprise Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Marine Biology, Business Strategy & Management, and Mechanical Engineering. During the session, students will have the opportunity to join breakout groups where they can direct specific questions to our panelists joining the conversation. All students are welcome to attend! 

DATE: Wednesday, May 17
TIME: 4:00 - 5:30 PM PT
LOCATION: Zoom
REGISTER VIA HANDSHAKE HERE 

TRITONS RISE: BLACK CANYON HIKE @ UCSD

May 8, 2023

Join UCSD Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and Outback Adventures on a series of recreational activities and mental health discussions to improve your well-being! This activity emphasizes developing a sense of awe, mindfulness, and movement. 

MY UC SAN DIEGO GRADUATION STORY 2023

May 8, 2023 (updated)

DEADLINE EXTENDED! If you’re a graduate student who’s taking part in Commencement then we want to hear from you! Each year, University Communications shares stories of graduating students in feature articles and social media posts as well as through local media opportunities. To be considered for the annual graduate coverage just fill out the form below by Sunday, May 14, 2023.

FORM LINK: https://forms.gle/WoqJ3Ys8YW6b86u56 

GRADUATE CAREER CONVERSATIONS: CULTIVATING AND TELLING YOUR PROFESSIONAL STORY

May 1, 2023

As you accumulate different experiences in academia and the workforce, your experiences start to tell a story. In this session, they will unpack those stories by talking about the values, philosophies, and lessons you carry with you into the workplace. Having a strong understanding of these principles can support you in doing the following.

• Answering Behavioral Interview Questions
• Writing Cover Letters or Statements of Purpose
• Determining What Roles Suit You
• Building Relationships.

DATE: Thursday, May 11
TIME: 4:00 - 5:00 PM PT
LOCATION: virtual
REGISTER VIA HANDSHAKE HERE 

MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH

May 1, 2023

Join Student Health and Well-Being (Counseling and Psychological Services, Health Promotion Services, and the Tritons Flourish Initiative) and their campus partners (including Recreation and the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs) for programs supporting mental health and well-being throughout the Month of May! For a complete list of our programming, please visit their website here and Instagram @ucsdshw.

SHORT FILM WORLD PREMIERE

May 1, 2023

Congratulations to the makers of the short film, Pandemic Bread, which will make it's world premiere at the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival on Thursday, May 11th, 8 p.m. at LA Live!

Writer: Marc Arthur Chery
Producer: Nicoletta Vangelisti (PhD Candidate, Communication & Critical Gender Studies), Christina Ree
Executive Producer: Zeinabu irene Davis (Professor, Communication)
Director of Photography: Norbert Shieh ('04 BFA, Visual Arts)
Editor: Rommel Andaya
Production Designer: Moriah Hayes ('21, BA, Communication)
Composer: Kris Johnson
Sound Designer: Nakul Tiruviluamala ('21, PhD (ABD), Computer Music)
Music: Kris Johnson 

MY UC SAN DIEGO GRADUATION STORY 2023

May 1, 2023 (updated)

June is nearly here, and that means…Commencement! If you’re a graduate student who’s taking part in Commencement then we want to hear from you! Each year, University Communications shares stories of graduating students in feature articles and social media posts as well as through local media opportunities. To be considered for the annual graduate coverage just fill out the form below by Sunday, May 7, 2023.

FORM LINK: https://forms.gle/WoqJ3Ys8YW6b86u56 

2023 SYMPOSIUM FOR UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FUNDAMENTALS (SURF)

April 28, 2023

All faculty, researchers, students, staff, scholars, and administrators are selcome to attend the 2023 Symposium for University Research Fundamentals (SURF). In addition to their fundamental education presentations, this year’s symposium will include a few intermediate sessions. SURF was organized to identify the key institutional offices the research faculty, students, staff, and scholars encounter when conducting research at UC San Diego.

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. Learn more about the event here.

DATE: Wednesday, May 24
TIME: 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Price Center West Ballroom AB
REGISTER HERE

GEPA VIRTUAL STUDENT HOURS

April 28, 2023

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
• Tiffany Swiderski, Director of Grad Financial Support

DATE: Wednesday, May 3
TIME: 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM PT
REGISTER HERE  

EXPERIMENTAL THEATER AT UC SAN DIEGO'S CONRAD PREBYS MUSIC CENTER

April 26, 2023

The kallisti vocal ensemble, led by UC San Diego Distinguished Professor of Music Susan Narucki presents The Four Note Opera, a chamber opera for voices and piano on April 26, 28 and 29, 2023 at 7 p.m. at the intimate Experimental Theater in the Department of Music on UC San Diego campus. Written by American minimalist composer Tom Johnson, The Four Note Opera has been an underground favorite since its premiere in 1972. The opera, which only uses four pitches, is supremely well-crafted for the vocalists; it is a joyous, buoyant exploration of the quirks of the beloved genre of opera and the charming foibles of those who perform it.  

The hour-long work is a fully staged production, featuring vocalists and UC San Diego DMA graduate students: Mariana Flores Bucio, Natalia Merlano Gomez, Miguel Zazueta, and Jonathan Nussman (DMA '20), with Kyle Adam Blair (DMA '18) serving as pianist.   

An inventive team of established and emerging production designers - all alumni of UC San Diego's excellent Department of Theatre and Dance, including Natalie Barshow, costume design, Elba Emicente Sanchez, lighting design, and Michael Wogulis, production design, are led by stage director Samantha Fox.  

DATES: 

• Wednesday, April 26
• Friday, April 28
• Saturday, April 29 

TIME: 7:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Conrad Prebys Music Center
PRICE:

• General Admission: $15 | UC San Diego Faculty, Staff, Alumni: $10
• Students: Free with ID (Purchase Online)

TEACHING + LEARNING COMMONS SPRING QUARTER OFFERINGS

April 26, 2023

Facilitating Equitable Class Discussions through Culturally Relevant Pedagogy

This workshop will take a deep dive into facilitating discussions, building on the framework of Culturally Relevant Pedagogy (CRP) to provide participants with practical strategies for leading discussions that increase meaningful and equitable student participation. From this workshop, participants will be introduced to classroom activities that center typically peripheral students. Together, we will reimagine a lesson plan that incorporates these strategies. Thus, this workshop aims to weave CRP into lesson activities and discussion practices to facilitate effective, equitable learning environments. The context of this session is relevant both to course instructors seeking to engage students in class discussions and learning activities, as well as Instructional Assistants leading discussion sections.  

DATE: Wednesday, May 3
TIME: 2:00 - 3:30 PM PT
LOCATION: Zoom
REGISTER HERE 

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

GRAD FAIR COMING UP

April 25, 2023

The UC San Diego Bookstore will be set up outside so students preparing to graduate can visit vendors for diploma frames, class rings, portrait sittings, grad announcements, custom stoles, and regalia. See regalia options here. Note: Regalia will not be available for purchase in-store or online until after Grad Fair, so they encourage you to purchase at the Grad Fair event.

DATES: May 2 - 4
TIME: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM each day
LOCATION: Town Square

UC GRAD SLAM WATCH PARTY

April 24, 2023

Join us for the UC-wide Grad SLAM competition during which our campus champion, Cognitive Science student Sean Huang, will represent UC San Diego! Sean's research focuses on how people can better learn a foreign language and in addition to competing for the top Grad SLAM prize, there will be an opportunity for us to vote for him for People's Choice. Food and drinks will be provided!

DATE: Friday, May 5
TIME: 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM PT
LOCATION: The Red Shoe Room (Price Center, 2nd fl)
REGISTER HERE

UC SAN DIEGO REC THRIFT POP UP

April 19, 2023 

The Rec Thrift Pop-up is an opportunity for students to thrift fitness clothes that has been received from Recreation, yoga studios, local business, and other students. We believe that everyone should have access to fitness and wellness and want to lower the barrier of entry to our facilities and fitness classes. Many students may hesitate to work out at our facilities from not having the proper clothing.

DATE: Friday, April 21
TIME: 3:00 - 7:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Main Gym

LET'S TALK PROGRAM

April 17, 2023

"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. 

UC SAN DIEGO GRAD SLAM CAMPUS CHAMPION

April 17, 2023

Congratulations to Sean Huang, a PhD student in Cognitive Science, who will represent UC San Diego at the UC Systemwide Final Round on May 5, 2023 with his research talk entitled, "Soliloquizing: A Self-Practice Towards Better Foreign Language Speaking Fluency". You can see his presentation at minute 33 here.

Grad SLAM is an annual competitive public speaking event that gives graduate students the chance to showcase the impact of their research. Participants hone their presentation skills and winners take home prizes ranging from $50 to $5,000.

See info above regarding a watch party when we will cheer on our campus champion, Sean!  

WHAT WE'VE LEARNED NEWSLETTERS

April 17, 2023

Don't forget to take a look at the What We've Learned newsletter(s). It's typically published on odd weeks throughout the quarter and aims to provide Tritons with timely, pertient info utilizing a bit of wordplay.

RESOURCES FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENT/FAMILIES FOR COMMENCEMENT 2023

April 17, 2023

Check out these helpful resources from the International Students & Programs Office for international students preparing to participate in Commencement this year.

SPRING GRAD DISSERTATION/THESIS SUBMISSION & FORMATTING WEBINAR

April 10, 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 Spring or Summer 2023. 

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

DATE: Tuesday, April 18
TIME: 10:00 - 11:30 AM PT
REGISTER HERE (You must sign into your Zoom account before you can register.)

The webinar will NOT be recorded, but the slides will be available on the GEPA website here afterward. Full information on submission and formatting can be found on our Preparing to Graduate page here, and a timeline for the process can be found on the GEPA Dissertation/Thesis Submission page.

SPRING 2023 TRITONS RISE TOGETHER WORKSHOPS 

April 10, 2023

Check out the Tritons RISE Together innovative and experiential workshops. Based on research from peak performance psychology, mind/body sciences and the field of positive psychology, the RISE Workshops are here to promote reaching potential in all areas of life: emotional, physical, and social. Be inspired, learn skills, and build our Triton community! No need to make an appointment unless the workshop indicates pre-registration — simply show up! Be sure to check out the RISE website for additional special events being planned throughout the quarter and any calendar updates: https://caps.ucsd.edu/rise 

Highlights include the Social Justice & Self-Compassion workshop, Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30pm.

UC IN-RESIDENCE GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY

April 7, 2023

UC Research Initiatives is pleased to announce the release of the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the 2024 UC-National Laboratory In-Residence Graduate Fellowship (UC NLGF), a funding opportunity for UC graduate students in any field of study that aligns with the missions of Los Alamos and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratories. The RFP for this opportunity is available on their website.   

The RFP includes the following: 

• Program goals, guidelines, submission deadlines, and eligibility requirements; 
• Program contacts at the UC Laboratory Fees Research Program and National Laboratories; 
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs); and 
• Instructions for submitting the required Letter of Intent.  

They will hold two Program Information Sessions, featuring current fellows and national laboratory liaisons, to provide interested applicants with more information about the Program. Interested applicants are encouraged to attend one of the available sessions listed below. 

Key Dates 

Program Information Sessions: 

Tuesday, April 25, 9-10am Pacific Time (Register here) 

Friday, April 27, 11am-12pm Pacific Time (Register here) 

Letters of Intent (LOI) due: Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 12:00 noon Pacific Time 

Full proposals due: Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 12:00 noon Pacific Time 

Graduate Fellowship start date: April 1, 2024 

GRADUATE CAREER STRATEGIES FIVE-PART SERIES

April 6, 2023

This first event kicks off the five-part Graduate Career Strategies Series put on by the Graduate Career Services team in the UC San Diego Career Center during the Spring Quarter.

CAREERS IN TEACHING AT THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
DATE: Tuesday, April 11
TIME: 11:00 AM - Noon PT
LOCATION: Zoom
REGISTER HERE

And see the other four session coming up here. 

2023 GRADUATE COMMENCEMENT CEREMONIES

April 5, 2023

The 2023 Graduate Commencement Ceremonies are scheduled as follows.

MASTERS CEREMONY
DATE: Saturday, June 17, 2023
START TIME: 12:30 PM PT
LOCATION: UCSD Liontree Arena

DOCTORAL & MFA CEREMONY
DATE: Saturday, June 17, 2023
START TIME: 4:00 PM PT
LOCATION: UCSD Liontree Arena

Learn more about participation requirements etc here, and be sure to register here by Thursday, May 25, 2023. Please note that School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Rady School of Management, and School of Global Policy & Strategy hold their own individual commencement ceremonies.

SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH 2023

April 3, 2023

National Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) aims to raise awareness about sexual violence and to educate communities and individuals about their role in prevention. SAAM has been recognized at UC San Diego since 2007 with efforts led by CARE at the Sexual Assault Resource Center and campus partners. 

See the list of events here, but here are some highlights to consider.

• Participate in a SAAM event with a friend or colleague
• Rock a teal ribbon or display a SAAM poster
• Wear Teal on Day of Action (4/4) and throughout April
• Wear Denim on Denim Day (4/26)
• Follow and engage with CARE at SARC on Instagram (@ucsdcare)

CARE at the Sexual Assault Resource Center is the UC San Diego confidential advocacy and education office for sexual violence and gender-based violence (dating violence, domestic violence, stalking). CARE provides violence prevention education for the entire UCSD campus and offers free and confidential services for students, staff and faculty impacted by sexual assault, relationship violence and stalking. If you or someone you know needs help, please find it here. 

NALOXONE DISTRIBUTION PROJECT

April 3, 2023

Beginning April 5, 2023, UC San Diego students will be able to pick-up free naloxone and fentanyl test strips through the Student Health and Well-Being Cluster’s Naloxone Distribution Project. This project is a foundational component of UC San Diego’s harm reduction approach to addressing drug use as well as combating the rise of fentanyl-related overdoses in our San Diego community.  

Learn more and fill out the request form on the project webpage. 

CARE FAIR FOR GENDER AFFIRMATION

April 3, 2023

Check out the Care Fair for the many ways you can express your gender identity!

DATE: Tuesday, April 11
TIME: 11:00 AM - 2:15 PM PT
LOCATION: Cross Cultural Center in Price Center

Campus resources like Legal and the Registrar’s Office will have representatives to guide you with administrative changes to your name, pronouns, legal sex, etc. Health Promotions staff will be at hand to help fit for body prosthetics to accentuate your figure. MAC cosmetics will have demonstrations on contouring makeup. Student Health and UC SHIP can let you know of your medical and surgical options. CAPS and LGBTQ+ RC will showcase the different mental health and social support groups available on campus. Other resources will also be present! 

UC SAN DIEGO GRAD SLAM FINALS

April 11, 2023 (updated)

Grad SLAM is an annual competitive public speaking event that gives graduate students the chance to showcase the impact of their research. Participants hone their presentation skills and winners take home prizes ranging from $50 to $5,000.

UC SAN DIEGO FINALS
DATE: Thursday, April 13
TIME: 4:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Student Services Center Multipurpose Room
REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND IN PERSON --OR-- It will be livestreamed here.

Then, the winner will go on to compete against the other University of California campus champions on Friday, May 5, 10:30 AM -1:00 PM PT. Check back for info regarding a watch party so we can cheer on our campus champion.  

TEACHING + LEARNING COMMONS SPRING QUARTER OFFERINGS

April 3, 2023 (updated)

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.

DATE: Tuesday, April 4
TIME: 12:30 - 2:00 PM PT
LOCATION: SIO
REGISTER HERE

This workshop is being hosted at Scripps Institution of Oceanography (SIO) as part of SIO TA Orientation with Dr. Lisa Adams, facilitated by Graduate Teaching Consultants from the Teaching + Learning Commons. All graduate students and educators at SIO are welcome to join -- please note that given the context, the discussion will particularly focus the questions and issues of those newer to teaching in higher ed.

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DATE: Tuesday, April 18
TIME: 3:00 - 4:00 PM PT
LOCATION: ONLINE (for all UCSD educators)
REGISTER HERE

Public Speaking in the Classroom
This workshop will focus on how improvisational theater exercises can improve public speaking skills and increase student engagement in your classroom.

DATE: Monday, April 10
TIME: 3:00 - 4:00 PM PT
LOCATION: University Center 202-- Room 441 (map; google maps). UC202 is located behind Center Hall, on the corner of Rupertus Way and Gilman Dr.
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

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SP23 COMMUNITY FORUMS AVAILABLE

April 3, 2023

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) offer Community Forums, which are identity and experience-based forums that serve diverse student groups. Community Forums offer a space where we can focus on building connections and community, share and exchange ideas, and learn from each other. These forums are offered for free throughout the quarter for all registered UCSD students. Some examples of Community Forums include:

• ADHD Support Forums
• Black Connections
• LGBTQ+ Forums
• Grief and Loss Support Forums

Many forums offer both an undergraduate and graduate and professional student group. The groups may be in person or online. See the complete list of Community Forums here.

TEACHING + LEARNING COMMONS SPRING QUARTER OFFERINGS

April 3, 2023 (updated)

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.

DATE: Tuesday, April 4
TIME: 12:30 - 2:00 PM PT
LOCATION: SIO
REGISTER HERE

This workshop is being hosted at Scripps Institution of Oceanography (SIO) as part of SIO TA Orientation with Dr. Lisa Adams, facilitated by Graduate Teaching Consultants from the Teaching + Learning Commons. All graduate students and educators at SIO are welcome to join -- please note that given the context, the discussion will particularly focus the questions and issues of those newer to teaching in higher ed.

---OR---

DATE: Tuesday, April 18
TIME: 3:00 - 4:00 PM PT
LOCATION: ONLINE (for all UCSD educators)
REGISTER HERE

Public Speaking in the Classroom
This workshop will focus on how improvisational theater exercises can improve public speaking skills and increase student engagement in your classroom.

DATE: Monday, April 10
TIME: 3:00 - 4:00 PM PT
LOCATION: University Center 202-- Room 441 (map; google maps). UC202 is located behind Center Hall, on the corner of Rupertus Way and Gilman Dr.
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

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GRAD & PROFESSIONAL STUDENT APPRECIATION AND TEA WITH THE DEAN

April 3, 2023

It's time to celebrate Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week! Check out all the events here, and be sure to stop by on Wednesday if you can.

DATE: Wednesday, April 5
TIME: 2:00 - 4:00 PM PT (NOTE: the Dean will arrive around 2:20 PM.)
LOCATION: Tapioca Express in Price Center

TRAINING AVAILABLE TO TEACHING ASSISTANTS ETC

March 24, 2023

UC San Diego Student Affairs Case Management Services is offering "Creating a Culture of Care: Supporting Students in Distress", an interactive training designed to help recognize and support students in distress. What is a Student In Distress? A student whose academic progress or functioning in the university environment is adversely affected due to a number of indicators that are impacting their well-being and/or the well-being of others. This is an excellent training for any UCSD staff, Teaching Assistants, or faculty member that has high interactions with UCSD students. There are two opportunities to attend in Spring quarter this year.

DATE: Thursday, April 13
TIME: 9:00 - 10:30 AM PT
LOCATION: TBA (in-person)
REGISTER VIA UC LEARNING (search the keywords "Students in Distress")

---or---

DATE: Thursday, May 11
TIME: 9:00 - 10:30 AM PT
LOCATION: TBA (in-person)
REGISTER VIA UC LEARNING (search the keywords "Students in Distress")

SPRING BREAK EVENTS

March 23, 2023

If you'll be around during Spring Break March 24 - April 2, check out the events here. You could cheer on our Triton baseball or softball teams, take a paddleboard tour of Mission Bay, or sing along with some classic musical films and more.

GENDER - DIVERSE PATIENT FEEDBACK

March 20, 2023

The Pronouns Project and Student Health Services are collaborating to improve the quality of care for gender-diverse patients. Your feedback is critical to this process!

For more information about the UC San Diego Pronouns Project, follow their Instagram, @ucsdpronounsproject! Please reach out with any feedback or questions about it via direct message. 

SP23 CSI COMMUNICATION & LEADERSHIP SEMINAR

March 20, 2023

Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your personal and professional skills? Each quarter, the office of CSI Communication & Leadership offers non-credit seminars that develop students' leadership, professional, and social skills through fun and interactive activities and discussions.

This Spring quarter, their seminar will focus on Equity-Minded Leadership. This topic will develop students’ skills to be inclusive and transformative leaders. Students will break down the various levels of privilege, power, and oppression while gaining awareness of social identities and learning how to implement equity-minded practices. 

Beginning week 3, the seminar meets twice a week for eight 80-minute sessions in a cohort-based learning environment. Students who attend all sessions and successfully complete assigned exercises will be given a certificate of completion and validation on their Co–Curricular Record.

Equity-Minded Leadership
Weeks 3-6: April 17th - May 12th | Tuesdays & Thursdays  
10:30 AM - 11:50 AM

LOCATION: TBD
*REGISTER HERE

*Registration for Spring 2023 Seminar closes Friday, April 7 at 11:59 PM 

COVID-19 BOOSTERS AVAILABLE IN NURSES' CLINIC

March 20, 2023

COVID-19 Vaccines available for students in the Nurses' Clinic! Students are eligible to receive the COVID bivalent booster 2 months after any other COVID vaccine.

Students can self-schedule through MyStudentChart: MENU > SHS: Influenza/Tdap/HPV/COVID-19 Vaccines (this is our quick vaccine visit type). We offer this Monday – Friday.

Costs:

• UC SHIP – no charge
• RAFT – $25 Administration Fee
• FFS – $25 Administration Fee

GRADUATE ADVOCATE JOB OPPORTUNITY WITH STARS

March 20, 2023

STARS is the Summer Training Academy for Research Success program, which is an eight-week summer research academy for community college students, undergraduate students, recent college graduates, and masters students. 

The STARS program is looking for FOUR graduate students to apply for the positions of Graduate Advocate. Learn more and apply via Handshake. Look for Job #7615511.

COMMUNICATING YOUR RESEARCH WORKSHOP

March 20, 2023

grAdvantage empowers graduate students and postdoctoral scholars to achieve professional success by building community, developing career competencies and confidence, and exporing diverse pathways to employment. 

This intensive multi-day workshop will enhance participatns' abilities to vividly articulate their research and inspire audiences. Participants will incorporate storytelling, metaphor and gestures while practicing innovative communication of their research. All UC San Diego graduate students and postdoctoral scholars are welcome. Register by Monday, March 27, 2023.

DATES: March 28, 29, 30, 2023
TIME: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM PT
REGISTER HERE

LABOR SUMMER FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

March 13, 2023 

Interested in strengthening the intersection between labor issues and social justice? If so, you're invited to apply to the Labor Summer Fellowship program, an 8-week, full-time, paid summer fellowship hosted by UC San Diego Labor Center. Applications are due April 7th. Find more information and apply here.

Labor Summer Fellowship Lunch Info Session
DATE: Tuesday, April 4
TIME: Noon
REGISTER HERE 

GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL STUDENT ASSOCIATION (GPSA) ELECTIONS

March 13, 2023

It’s time for the elections of GPSA’s executive officers. Elections will be held on April 3rd, 2023 at the Price Center Forum, at 6 pm.

This year there are 7 open positions: 

President
VP of Campus Affairs
VP of Academic Affairs
VP of External Relations
VP of Financial Affairs
VP of Social Affairs
VP of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

These positions are open to any graduate student in good standing, however, anyone not currently serving in GPSA must be nominated by either a current officer or representative.

Nominations can be sent to elections(at)gsa.ucsd.edu and should include the name of the person being nominated, for which position(s) they are being nominated for, and the position of the current officer or representative who is completing the nomination. Officers or representatives submitting a nomination may write a 1-page (11pt Arial with at least 0.5in margins) letter of endorsement which MUST be submitted by March 27th. 

Students may be nominated up until April 3rd, however, it would be better if nominations are submitted by March 27th. Candidates can submit a 1-page (11pt Arial with at least 0.5in margins) platform which MUST be submitted to elections(at)gsa.ucsd.edu before March 27th.

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 

RESEARCH ETHICS PROGRAM SPECIAL EVENT: TEXT RECEYCLING (AKA "SELF-PLAGIARISM")

March 6, 2023

Text recycling is the reuse of material from one's own documents that is not identified as a quotation in the new document, such as when researchers reuse descriptions of methods from their prior articles. Text recycling presents complicated ethical and legal challenges due to inconsistent and ambiguous terminology and a lack of consistent expectations about what constitutes acceptable practice. This presentation will provide an overview of work from the Text Recycling Research Project, including a new taxonomy of text recycling and best practices for researchers.

DATE: Tuesday, March 14
TIME: Noon - 2:00 PM PT
LOCATION: The Design & Innovation Building
SEE MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE

TEACHING + LEARNING COMMONS OFFERINGS

March 6, 2023

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

MERKIN GRADUATE FELLOWS PROGRAM: CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

March 6, 2023

The Merkin Graduate Fellows Program provides UC San Diego graduate students with a novel opportunity to conduct innovative research in fields broadly related to translational medicine at academic and industry sites abroad. 

Applications for the 2022-23 Merkin Graduate Fellows Program will be reviewed on a rolling basis during the academic year, with one application review deadline each quarter. The Spring 2023 application deadline is Monday, May 1, 2023.

Prior to submitting your application, please ensure you have read the Merkin Graduate Fellows Program FAQs, particularly those under the “Application” section, at https://merkinfellowship.ucsd.edu. For any questions, please contact Dr. Giulia Hoffmann at merkinfellowship(at)ucsd.edu.

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

WOMEN'S HERSTORY MONTH

February 27, 2023

As mentioned in Chancellor Khosla's campus notice, March is Women's Herstory Month. The full line up of events can be found here, and the keynote event is “Elevating Activist Stories: Storytelling as a Tool for Social Change,” featuring Renee Bracey Sherman.

DATE: Thursday, March 2
TIME: 5:00 PM (Doors open at 4:30 PM and refreshments will be served.)
LOCATION: Price Center East Ballroom (See it on this diagram: 2nd level #220)

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