Extended Studies Blog

Degree Plus: Empowering Graduates for the Modern Workforce

The University of California is sharpening its focus on the transition from education to employment, responding to growing evidence that many graduates struggle to translate academic preparation into strong early-career outcomes. 

December 11, 2025

Leadership, Division, and the Future of Democracy: The Helen Edison Lecture Series Welcomes Ambassador Jeff Flake

Ambassador Flake reflects on leadership, division, and democratic responsibility ahead of his appearance at UC San Diego Park & Market.

December 5, 2025

How Certified Health and Wellness Coaches Are Transforming Healthcare and Saving Lives

Explore how health and wellness coaching is reshaping healthcare and empowering behavioral change through national certification.

December 4, 2025

Extended Studies Wrapped 2025: Your Year in Learning, Unleashed

Discover your 2025 learning highlights—from capstones and certificates to must-watch UCTV programs—in this chart-topping Extended Studies Wrapped.

December 3, 2025

How to Become a Substance Use Disorder Counselor

According to the National Center for Health Statistics, a data reporting branch of the CDC, an estimated 100,306 people lost their lives to drug overdoses through April 2021, an increase of 28.5% from the previous year. This underscores the growing need for professionals who support individuals...

December 2, 2025

Building a Smarter City: How UC San Diego and the City of San Diego Are Partnering to Strengthen Workforce Skills

Discover how UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies and the City of San Diego are empowering employees through Lean Six Sigma training and workforce development.

November 25, 2025

Character and Hope: Foundations for Career Growth

Discover how character and hope build resilient, purpose-driven leaders. Dean Hugo Villar explores why these skills matter—and how to develop them for lasting success.

November 20, 2025

Navigating Change: How OSHA’s 2024 Regional Realignment Affects Training Access

What exactly is OSHA’s “San Francisco Region”? How am I part of it if I live in Alaska, Arizona, or even Guam? Read on to get a comprehensive look.

November 13, 2025

Building Safer Stages: How UC San Diego’s Event Safety Certificate is Transforming an Industry

The nation’s first university-based Event Safety Certificate is transforming live event management, combining academic rigor with real-world industry expertise.

November 6, 2025

Five Reasons to Learn a Foreign Language, and Which One to Choose

Discover the top five reasons to learn a foreign language—from career growth to cultural enrichment—and explore which languages best fit your goals.

October 30, 2025

Professional Development in Safety: How a University's OSHA Certificate Prepared Veteran Noah Serigny for Career Growth

Navy veteran Noah Serigny strengthened his skills and eased his transition from a military to  civilian career by earning an OSHA safety certificate.

October 27, 2025

UC San Diego Extended Studies Showcase 2025: A Day of Innovation, Impact and Collaboration

UC San Diego Extended Studies Showcase 2025 highlighted innovation, workforce partnerships, and lifelong learning.

October 23, 2025

Building Better Bosses: How UC San Diego’s Leadership Training Programs Are Transforming Workplaces

Leaders don’t just happen—they’re developed. Discover two targeted leadership programs that help professionals transform workplace performance.

October 16, 2025

10 High-Growth Jobs of Note in San Diego

Explore high-growth occupations and industries in the San Diego County area to help understand job outlooks and plot your career path.

October 9, 2025

A Drop in the Bucket: Nicholas Kristof Shares the Impacts of Journalism, Ethics and Global Compassion at UC San Diego’s Burke Lectureship on Religion and Society

Two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nicholas Kristof shared stories covering some of the world’s most gripping crises.

October 7, 2025

What is Life Like for International Students at UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies?

Discover life as an international student at UC San Diego Extended Studies—classes, community, and a California lifestyle.

October 2, 2025

How to Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with UC San Diego Extended Studies

Join UC San Diego Extended Studies in celebrating Latinx Heritage Month, honoring the rich and diverse contributions of Latinx and Hispanic communities.

September 26, 2025

How to Start a Nonprofit: A Step by Step Guide

Explore a step-by-step guide on how to start a nonprofit, with insights from Paul Bergman, CEO of Lamp of Learning

September 25, 2025

Building Futures: How UC San Diego’s Futures Program Prepares High School Students for Career Success

Futures Programs offer high school students UC credit, mentorship, and real-world skills to explore careers in tech, business, and beyond.

September 11, 2025

Arts & Culture Program Showcases José Sacal Exhibition and Nicholas Kristof Lecture

UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies Arts & Culture Program presents a public talk and art gallery exhibition in September 2025.

September 5, 2025

How to Use Data Analytics to Improve Your Digital Marketing / Cómo Utilizar el Análisis de Datos para Mejorar tu Marketing Digital

Learn how data analytics aligns business goals and measurable impact in digital marketing. Article appears in English and Spanish / El artículo aparece en inglés y en español.

September 4, 2025

Gift Expands UC San Diego Efforts to Teach Engineering Problem Solving at Scale

UC San Diego expands problem-solving education with a $1.51M Girard Foundation gift, preparing students and teachers for future success.

September 2, 2025

Career Advising Careers: How to Craft an Effective Career Development Plan for Your Clients

Career advisors guide career transitions, helping people set goals and build plans. Learn about the role, skills, and training for this growing field.

August 14, 2025

What Does it Mean to Humanize a Robot?

Discover how human-centered computing blends engineering and the arts to create robots that connect through human-like cues.

August 12, 2025