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11/29/2022

Happy ! 💙

At , Giving Tuesday engages the Triton community with a global day of giving. Consider giving to the causes you care about, like the Student Support and Success Fund.

The Student Support and Success Fund expands the critical programs and services that address the financial, personal and academic well-being of Triton scholars. These funds provide scholarships and fellowships as well as access to basic needs like nutritious food, stable housing and a community for specialized academic coaching and life skills training.

Learn more and donate: https://bit.ly/3UgAbLo

11/22/2022

Publishing works and contributing to the world of academic knowledge sharing remains a hallmark of the world’s best research talent. It speaks to influence and prestige among their peers and UC San Diego continues to claim distinction among the top 10 most cited institutions in the world.

The Highly Cited Researchers list identifies and celebrates exceptional researchers who are having a significant impact on the research community as evidenced by the rate at which their work is being cited by their peers.

UC San Diego ranks 8th in the world for 2022 and is the highest ranked University of California institution on the list. Of the institutions in the United States, UC San Diego ranks 5th. In order, the other U.S. institutions are Harvard University, Stanford University, National Institutes of Health, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

Learn More: https://bit.ly/3UX7Has

11/21/2022

Today marks the 1-year anniversary of the UC San Diego Blue Line. This 11-mile extension has given students, staff, faculty and the public easier access to campus and the wider San Diego region. Students alone have taken over 1.9 million trips on the trolley this past year. 👏🚊

Next Monday, November 21 marks one of the UC San Diego Blue Line extension to UTC! Last year’s opening marked the completion of one of the largest infrastructure projects in the San Diego region, and the beginning of a one-seat ride from the international border to the La Jolla-University City area. Follow along this week as we celebrate the success of the UC San Diego Blue Line extension, and highlight the increased access this service brings.

Today we look at how one year of the Trolley to UTC has increased access to education.

11/21/2022

Happy one-year anniversary to the Blue Line. Since opening this 11-mile extension on November 21, 2021, over 53,000 trips have occurred and 1.7 million car miles. The equivalence is going to the moon and back 3.5 times! 🌕🚀

What is your favorite stop along the UC San Diego Blue Line? 🚊🎉

As we get ready to wrap our one year celebration of the UC San Diego Blue Line extension, it’s incredible to look at the success of the line, which is all thanks to you, our riders! Whether you ride to work, school, or for special events, thank you for getting onboard with us this past year and making the extension to UTC such a success! For more details on the extension’s first year, and details for our rider appreciation pop-up tomorrow, check out our latest blog post: https://www.sdmts.com/rider-info/rider-insider/year-review-celebrating-one-year-mid-coast-blue-line-extension

To wrap up this week, we will be celebrating with riders in person! Join MTS and SANDAG at the Balboa Avenue Transit Center tomorrow, November 18 from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.

11/18/2022

Join UC San Diego Biological Sciences for the next event in our Deep Look public speaker series on Nov. 28th.

As we move into the holidays and the winter season, society continues to grapple with challenges to our mental health and well-being, from the lingering uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic, to an ongoing war, the climate crisis and the struggles of daily living. Long-ignored issues related to mental health have now come to the forefront of our collective consciousness and become less stigmatized.

Join us as we explore the mental health crisis on college campuses, views from underserved communities and international perspectives on mental health.

Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/3V677XC

11/18/2022

Feeling Blue? Here’s Where Students Can Find Support on Campus

With finals week and the holidays quickly approaching, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or apprehensive about the future. You might need a little extra support—and that’s okay.

This is where CAPS, the campus’s Counseling and Psychological Services, comes in. The team is continually developing new programs and resources to help students manage their well-being.

Learn about where students can find support on campus:

There are over 40 psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, psychiatrists and post-doctoral residents at CAPS who serve more than 40,000 students. And while 1:1 appointments can be beneficial, many other resources are available that can help you face your challenges.

11/16/2022

UC San Diego Men's Basketball took the dub last night against Cal with a final score of 64-62! 🏀🔱

Thank you Tritons for coming to support in full force!



Photos by: Erik Jepsen

11/15/2022

Jump-Start the Gift-Giving Season at the Craft Center Holiday Craft Fair

The UCSD Craft Center located in the heart of North Torrey Pines Living and Learning Neighborhood, offers students, faculty, staff and the local community unique opportunities to connect and create.

The holiday craft fair includes handmade items for purchase, workshops and various opportunities to give back to the community.

Join us and get a head start on holiday shopping. Join us Friday, Nov. 18 from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Learn more:

The UC San Diego Craft Center offers students, faculty, staff and the local community unique opportunities to connect and create. This weekend, the Craft Center will open its doors for a holiday craft fair, Friday, Nov. 18 from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

11/15/2022

Thank you to all who attended our LionTree Fan Fest! Our Triton Pride and Blue & Gold Spirit were on full display as we celebrated our newly named campus venue. 💙🔱

A special thank you to alumnus Aryeh Bourkoff ’95, founder and CEO of independent investment and merchant bank LionTree. LionTree's $5 million gift is the largest ever received by Athletics, establishing the LionTree Endowed Scholarship Fund to support scholar-athletes.

Learn more about LionTree's gift: https://bit.ly/3EwsdZK

View more photos from the event: https://bit.ly/3ECp0bm

11/15/2022

Please note, the Founders Day event today, Nov. 15th, has been canceled. The Staff Association will resume Triton Treats in December. Thank you for understanding.

11/13/2022

International Education Week (IEW) is a joint initiative by the US Department of State and the Department of Education.

IEW is celebrated annually in more than 100 countries across the world to symbolize the importance of cross-cultural learning. UC San Diego’s 18th International Education Week will feature a wide-array of programs, events and activities that showcase our diverse, global campus.

Visit iew.ucsd.edu for the complete calendar of events and to get involved!

11/11/2022

“Quiet Heroes”: Get to Know the 2022 UC San Diego Veterans of the Year

🇺🇸 Happy Veteran's Day. 🇺🇸

This week, UC San Diego is honoring those who have served our country during Veterans Week. The weeklong series of events honors our military-affiliated campus community members and helps connect veterans to opportunities and campus resources.

As part of the annual celebration, the university also held its 23rd Annual UC San Diego Veterans Staff Association Veteran Recognition Ceremony on Nov. 8. During the event, Carlos Martinez was honored as UC San Diego Veteran of the Year and Hillary Gnirk was honored as Student Veteran of the Year.

Learn more about these exceptional Veterans:

The university held its 23rd Annual UC San Diego Veterans Staff Association Veteran Recognition Ceremony on Nov. 8. During the event, Carlos Martinez was honored as UC San Diego Veteran of the Year and Hillary Gnirk was honored as Student Veteran of the Year.

11/10/2022

International Education Week (IEW) is a joint initiative by the US Department of State and the Department of Education.

IEW is celebrated annually in more than 100 countries across the world to symbolize the importance of cross-cultural learning. UC San Diego’s 18th International Education Week will feature a wide-array of programs, events and activities that showcase our diverse, global campus.

Visit iew.ucsd.edu for the complete calendar of events and to get involved!

11/10/2022

On Saturday, Nov. 12, join us for the LionTree Arena Fan Fest and Celebration, featuring free eats, Triton activities and giveaways at our newly crowned campus venue!

Gather with friends and colleagues for a fun night out to celebrate the naming of LionTree Arena and cheer on Triton Men’s Basketball as they take on Sacramento State in one of the most thrilling games of the season! All fans will receive a complimentary “United in Blue & Gold” LionTree Arena commemorative T-shirt.

$10 tickets include the game, T-shirt (while supplies last) and Fan Fest experience!

Register today at https://cvent.me/L9ALwG

11/10/2022

Nearly 30 delegates from UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography and the School of Global Policy and Strategy are among the attendees of the 27th Conference of the Parties, or COP27, an event hosted now through Nov. 18, 2022 that is focused on orchestrating a global response to climate change.

Composed of students, faculty and staff, the UC San Diego cohort is part of the University of California observer delegation, which includes affiliates from several other UC campuses.

Meet this year's UC San Diego delegates: https://bit.ly/3ElnCK2

11/09/2022

November Brings a Joyful Celebration of Native Tradition and Culture

To recognize the rich and diverse cultures, traditions and stories of Native American tribes and communities, UC San Diego is celebrating Native American Heritage Month with educational and community-building events such as performances, film screenings and more.

Learn more and see upcoming events:

This November UC San Diego recognizes the rich and diverse cultures, traditions and stories of Native American tribes and communities with educational and community-building events.

11/08/2022

All Week 7, UC San Diego celebrates National First-Generation Celebration Day and the 57th anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Opportunity Act. UC San Diego is proud to be recognized as a First-Gen Forward Advisory Institution.

Join hundreds of First-Gen students, staff, faculty and grads for an all-campus first-gen photo on The Triton Steps tomorrow, November 9th at 4 PM. No RSVP required. https://bit.ly/32isz2Q

11/08/2022

"My parents grew up in Vietnam and immigrated to the United States in their teenage years not knowing English and being thrown into the American high school curriculum. They both worked multiple jobs to sustain themselves and take care of their families and ended up dropping out of school to work full-time. Even to this day, they feel somewhat misplaced because they don’t feel as if they’ve achieved what is perceived to be the American Dream, and continually work extremely hard day in and day out just so that they could give me the opportunity of a college education.

Growing up, I thought that the definition of being successful meant becoming a doctor. After coming to UC San Diego as a pre-med student, I quickly discovered that this track wasn’t for me, and success is found in being happy.

I started to explore computer science, and to this day, I still remember my first computer science class. There I sat, learning about how to print “hello world”—lost in front of a blank screen while I saw my peers easily catching on. As a first-gen college student, I had difficulty reaching out to get help to adjust to the fast-paced learning environment. I remember walking out of computer science class and to the library, to go over what I had just learned in class. I continued to sit in the library, struggling on my own, until a friend of mine came over. There, I voiced my struggles and he took the time to listen, and then explain the concepts from my class. I was extremely thankful to have a friend who was willing to take that time to help me with a course I was struggling with.

What really stuck with me, was the idea he voiced— that I wasn’t alone. Here he was, another first-gen student helping me navigate my college experience. It’s helped me realize that it’s okay to ask for help when needed. No matter where you’re from, there are always people there to help you out.

Realize that you’re not in it alone. There will always be a community to help you go through your struggles. Remember that you are where you are today for a good reason. Always continue to persevere.”

-Nhathan Nguyen (he/him), ‘24

11/08/2022

Tritons Vote! ✅

Don't forget to cast your ballots today, November 8th if you have not already. If you are on campus, there is a Ballot Drop Box available outside the northeastern entrance to Price Center on Mathews Lane near Burger King.

There is also a Vote Center at Geisel Library that will be open until 8 p.m. today on the main floor. The Vote Center will be available for use by any voting member of the Triton community or public to cast a ballot (including CA provisional ballots) and to return mail-in ballots during its operating hours.

For more info: https://bit.ly/3DI9RU4

11/08/2022

Rising moon + Fallen Star = ✨

For the night owls, tonight from around 2:16 am-3:41 am there will be a total moon eclipse. 🌘🌑

11/06/2022

Celebrate UC San Diego’s founding with FREE treats, music and giveaways on November 15 from Noon to 1p.m.!

Since our founding, UC San Diego has been defined by those who challenge expectation in pursuit of public good. That courageous and curious spirit has defined our university for over 60 years.

11/06/2022

On Saturday, Nov. 12, join us for the LionTree Arena Fan Fest and Celebration, featuring free eats, Triton activities and giveaways at our newly crowned campus venue!

Gather with friends and colleagues for a fun night out to celebrate the naming of LionTree Arena and cheer on Triton Men’s Basketball as they take on Sacramento State in one of the most thrilling games of the season! All fans will receive a complimentary “United in Blue & Gold” LionTree Arena commemorative T-shirt.

$10 tickets include the game, T-shirt (while supplies last) and Fan Fest experience!

Register today at https://cvent.me/L9ALwG

11/03/2022

The Epstein Family Amphitheater at UC San Diego recently hosted two weeks of debut events, offering thousands of campus and community members a first look at the region’s newest arts and cultural destination.

Events ranged from a performance by the San Diego Symphony to an all-day music festival dedicated to exploring the contributions made by Black artists to electronic music.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3U1OzI7

11/03/2022

⚠️ It’s time to BeReal ⚠️

11/02/2022

Tomorrow, Nov. 3, in commemoration of the 16th anniversary of UC San Diego’s Native American Heritage Month celebration, join campus community members for a kickoff event on Nov. 3 featuring keynote speaker Priscilla Ortiz-LaChappa. Ortiz is a Kumeyaay native from the Iipay Nation of Santa Ysabel. The event will also showcase a special performance by the Soaring Eagles dance group.

Learn more at nahm.ucsd.edu.

11/01/2022

On Oct. 27, UC San Diego students, staff, faculty and community members were invited to join in a storytelling and musical performance event to learn about Dia de los Mu***os, or Day of the Dead with the Hasta la Muerte performance at Epstein Family Amphitheater at UCSD.

Dia de los Mu***os originated more than 15,000 years ago among Aztec people in Mexico as a practice to honor deceased loved ones.

https://today.ucsd.edu/story/dia-de-los-muertos-an-evening-of-storytelling

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11/01/2022

Through November, we invite the UC San Diego campus community to join in our 16th anniversary commemoration of Native American Heritage Month. The monthlong celebration will feature musical performances, a kickoff event and more. Learn more at nahm.ucsd.edu.

11/01/2022

Squad ghouls. 👻

Today's Halloween costume contest was a scary good time. Thank you to all who came out and put their creativity on full display! Happy Halloween, Tritons 🎃

Photo Credit: Erik Jepsen

10/30/2022

On Nov. 3, join us for the Native American Heritage Month Kickoff Celebration featuring keynote speaker Priscilla Ortiz-LaChappa, Miss Kumeyaay Nation 2022-23 and member of the Iipay Nation of Santa Ysabel. The event will also feature a performance by the Soaring Eagles dance group.

Learn more at nahm.ucsd.edu.

10/29/2022

Some snapshots from Homecoming 2022 💙🔱

We made memories with Triton friends and family, cheered on our DI UC San Diego Triton Athletics, danced at the Tailgate and united for the Triton 5K, among countless other activities. What was your favorite part of this year?

10/28/2022

UC San Diego has been ranked among the top 20 universities in the world, according to U.S. News and World Report’s 2022-2023 Best Global Universities.

In the newly released list, UC San Diego ranked:
● 6th among the nation’s top public colleges
● 15th university in the U.S.
● 20th in the world

In addition to the overall list, the latest Best Global Universities rankings include 47 subject-specific rankings. UC San Diego ranked highly in the following areas:

● Gastroenterology and Hepatology (1)
● Microbiology (3)
● Biotechnology and Applied Microbiology (4)
● Cell Biology (6)
● Biology and Biochemistry (7)
● Molecular Biology and Genetics (8)
● Pharmacology and Toxicology (10)
● Neuroscience and Behavior (11)
● Immunology (16)
● Clinical Medicine (19)
● Geosciences (19)
● Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences (20)

Thank you Triton family for making this happen.

Read More: https://bit.ly/3WcMbzC

10/26/2022

Thank you to everyone who participated and showed their support in our annual Triton 5K! We were blown away by everyone who came out, cheered on one another and celebrated with us — all for student scholarships. Whether this was your first 5K, or you’re a regular, we hope you had FUN uniting with our Triton community. 💙

Thank you for making a Triton difference, and we’ll see you next year! 🔱👟

10/25/2022

Last week was one for the books:
✅ Homecoming 2022
✅ Debut events at Epstein Family Amphitheater at UCSD
✅ Triton 5K
✅ Family Weekend

Photos via Instagram: .esnr

10/25/2022

Photos from Todd Gloria's post

10/22/2022

Last night we had an evening of celebration with the San Diego Symphony and Epstein Family Amphitheater at UCSD dedication ceremony. Thank you to everyone who made this dream a reality. 🎶✨

See upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3MTyDF0

10/21/2022

All the feels at the NIKI concert last night at Epstein Family Amphitheater at UCSD. See other upcoming debut events: https://amphitheater.ucsd.edu/events/