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Happy Holidays 2024 - A Message From Dean Hugo O. Villar
A holiday message from UC San Diego Extended Studies, thanking the community and announcing new certificate programs for Winter 2025, including AI, cybersecurity, drug development, and event safety courses.
December 23, 2024
The Call to Creative Writing-Finding Your Voice, Telling Your Story
Discover the power of storytelling and unlock your creative writing potential. Learn essential narrative techniques and find your authentic voice with guidance from UC San Diego Extension instructor Cory Belyea.
December 19, 2024
Mike Madrid Talks Shifts in Politics, Institutions & Latino Influence at Helen Edison Lecture
Political expert Mike Madrid delivers a fascinating talk on America's "great transformation" at UC San Diego, exploring how the digital age, Latino voting trends, and institutional changes are reshaping democracy. His optimistic vision suggests a future beyond traditional political divides.
December 18, 2024
City of San Diego Partners with UC San Diego Extended Studies
San Diego joins forces with UC San Diego in a groundbreaking partnership, offering city employees free tuition and scholarships at the prestigious Rady School of Management and Division of Extended Studies. The 5-year initiative aims to empower public servants and build a stronger workforce.
December 17, 2024
What is Instructional Design? Addressing Skills Gaps in an Evolving Workforce
In today's tech-driven world, instructional design is the invisible force revolutionizing how we learn everything - from setting up a new TV to mastering complex workplace skills - by crafting engaging, effective educational experiences that stick.
December 12, 2024
From Coast Guard to Classroom: An OSHA Safety Expert's Journey
After sustaining a career-altering injury in the Coast Guard, Mark Norton transformed his personal setback into a 43-year mission to revolutionize workplace safety. Now an accomplished author, instructor at UC San Diego's OSHA Training Institute, and former Director of ADOSH, Norton champions a...
December 10, 2024
Introducing uConnect: Your New Virtual Career Center
UC San Diego Extended Studies is excited to introduce uConnect, a new Virtual Career Hub. This innovative platform is designed to empower learners with the tools and resources needed to take the next step in their professional journeys. uConnect is here to help students and alumni advance their...
December 2, 2024
Community Partnership in Action: Nonprofit Foundation Training for a New Generation of Leaders
Empowering school site foundations, UC San Diego partners with Poway Unified School District to offer hands-on training in nonprofit management and fundraising. Find out how this program equips volunteer leaders with the skills and tools to better support their schools and create lasting...
November 21, 2024
Understanding OSHA's New Regional Realignment
Discover the key updates in OSHA's new regional realignment and what they mean for safety professionals and training centers nationwide. Learn how the creation of new regions and updated boundaries impact compliance, training requirements, and opportunities for Virtual Instructor-Led Training...
November 19, 2024
Extended Studies Has Launched a New Website
UC San Diego Extended Studies has launched a newly redesigned website for enhanced online learning engagement and accessibility.
November 12, 2024
Turning Hatred To Hope: Two Powerful Conversations on Gun Violence
Explore the powerful themes addressed in UC San Diego's Burke Lectureship on Religion and Society's recent events, from the impact of gun violence to the resilience of affected communities. Join thought-provoking discussions with advocates like David Hogg and filmmakers behind A Tree of Life, and...
November 5, 2024
How to Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with UC San Diego Extended Studies
Since 2006, the University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) has celebrated Native American Heritage Month (NAHM), in partnership with the Intertribal Resource Center. Each November, the Division of Extended Studies proudly joins the campus community in honoring the achievements and...
November 1, 2024
Biotech Industry Growth Drives Need for Professional Education Offerings
The UC San Diego Drug Discovery and Development Certificate equips biotech professionals with vital industry knowledge and skills. As the biotech market surges from $552 billion in 2023 to nearly $1.8 trillion by 2033, this program addresses the talent gap by enhancing understanding of the full...
October 24, 2024
California’s ‘New’ Construction Stormwater General Permit
In August 2024, 50 professionals gathered at UC San Diego for a workshop on the reissuance of California’s Construction Stormwater General Permit (2022 CGP). The permit, effective from September 2023, includes significant changes aimed at improving compliance. Experts like Nancy Gardiner and...
October 22, 2024
Vanessa Gong’s Professional Journey: Career Advancement Made Effective
Vanessa Gong’s career journey highlights the transformative power of education, particularly through UC San Diego Extended Studies. Starting with a simple Google search in 2017, Vanessa pursued courses in project management and HVAC Systems Design and Control. This led to a deepened understanding...
October 17, 2024
How to Become a Health and Wellness Coach
Many of us strive for better health and wellness in our lives, yet we often fall short of our goals. The daily grind of managing work, family, and other obligations can leave us feeling drained. Even when we want to prioritize it, making lasting changes often requires more than just a few minutes...
October 17, 2024
Globalization, Open Doors, and Open Borders
The United States gains significantly from globalization and open borders, benefiting both socially and economically. Migration helps reduce human suffering caused by economic hardship, climate change, and conflict, with some conflicts being influenced by U.S. involvement. Additionally, migration...
October 15, 2024
Tips for Creating a UX Design Portfolio
The UX design job market is highly competitive, with employers searching for designers who not only create visually stunning and intuitive interfaces but also have the foresight to anticipate user needs and future trends. Success in this field requires a blend of creativity, seamless workflow,...
October 11, 2024
Being Purposeful and Brave
Addressing the world’s complex and multidimensional problems requires thoughtful approaches, interdisciplinary collaboration and open dialogue. UC San Diego’s position at the forefront of these efforts was prominent at “Combatting Antisemitism and Islamophobia."
October 8, 2024
A Dose of Pharmacreations
A Dose Of Pharmacreations, a course offered by the Sally Ride Science Academy within University of California San Diego Division of Extended Studies, asks it's students "How would you treat pain in an alien, monster or superhero patient?"
October 3, 2024
How to Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with UC San Diego Extended Studies
UC San Diego Extended Studies proudly joins in the UC San Diego celebration of Latinx Heritage Month, honoring the rich and diverse contributions of Latinx and Hispanic communities.
September 17, 2024
How to Become a Project Manager: Plot Your Professional Path
As businesses and organizations increasingly recognize the value of effective project management, the demand for skilled project managers continues to grow
September 12, 2024
UC San Diego Extended Studies Showcase 2024 Highlights Collaborative Excellence
Hosted in the new 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive building–-just across from UC San Diego's entrance at La Jolla Village Drive—the day's agenda will highlight the various services and benefits Extended Studies offers to support campus and community partners.
September 10, 2024
What is Biochemistry? A Dive into Life’s Molecular Foundations
Biochemistry is a fascinating field that explores the chemical processes within living organisms. The field and practice delve into the smallest building blocks of life, molecules to understand how they interact and contribute to the functioning of cells and organisms.
September 5, 2024