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Humanities Professor Starts New Career in Healthy Cooking
Niran Abbas is passionate about healthy eating, cooking, food production and the effects of food in aiding a sense of well-being. "I wanted to understand a different approach of using food as a healing mechanism," she explains. “I look at food as both health and pleasure.”
July 23, 2019
How I did it: From Hotel Bellman to Luxury Resort Sustainability Manager
James Tosh had a passion for surfing that inspired him to pursue a career in environmental sustainability for businesses. He only had one problem, he graduated with a degree in history.
July 19, 2019
Otay Ranch High School Sophomore On Pursuing Your Passions
Roel Torralba loves coding and cooking, so he combined the two into one very helpful app.
June 27, 2019
Extension Program Manager Awarded Exemplary Staff Employee of the Year
Extension’s Roxann Bedia recognized for service and significant contributions to the UC San Diego and/or San Diego communities.
June 20, 2019
How I Did It: Going from Medical Doctor to Medical Writer
What happens when you have multiple degrees and a talent for sharing complex information in a clear and thoughtful way? You write.
June 19, 2019
Audrenna Batie Finds Her Voice
Going back to school doesn't have to be difficult. Audrenna Batie shares her thoughts on finding her way -- and her voice -- in the Clinical Trials Administration certificate program.
June 3, 2019
Guam Center Helps Transform Island Workplace Safety
“We can apply all that we learn in these classes to transforming our workplaces and our lives,” Ann Marie Pelobello, Guam Contractors Academy (GCA).
May 31, 2019
High Tech High International Sophomore on the Benefits of Learning Something New
Michelle Sen dreams of becoming a veterinarian but finds practical value in learning how to code.
May 17, 2019
Finding Your Shipmates: Online Learning Support Groups
Copyediting certificate program alumna Kelly Urgan shares her thoughts on the unexpected and authentic connections that are possible while taking online courses.
May 10, 2019
Patrick Henry High School Sophomore On Focusing On Her Goals
Kimberly Cruz, is on a mission. She's interested in a career in technology, and Program Your Future is helping her stay focused on her target.
May 1, 2019
UC San Diego International Student Profile: Teresa Seitle
Communications and marketing intern, Teresa Seitle, on her UC San Diego experience and her time studying in America’s finest city.
April 23, 2019
Clairemont High School Junior On Exploring Her Options
Jennifer Overklift is exploring her future career options while taking part in a new program for high school students at UC San Diego Extension.
April 16, 2019
Instructor Spotlight: Mark Rushton On Becoming Agile
Program management instructor Mark Rushton has been involved in the software development industry for more than two decades and knows a thing or two about effectively leading a technical team.
April 8, 2019
5 Essential Tips for Test Prep
Taking the ACT, SAT, GMAT, GRE, LSAT, or MCAT? Find out how to stay on task and improve your test score.
February 27, 2019
Braxton Carter On the Benefits of Reverse Engineering
On learning how to go from napkin-to-prototype using reverse engineering.
February 7, 2019
Photography Students Learn How to Capture the Decisive Moment
Introduction to Photojournalism students honed their photography skills while also giving back to the community.
January 11, 2019
Getting a Taste for Brewing
Interested in learning more about brewing but dont' have time to take the whole program? We've got some great options for you.
January 3, 2019
Retired Marine Gives Back to Veterans
Retired Sergeant Major Phil Fascetti on finding—and loving—his second career.
November 8, 2018
UC San Diego International Student Profile: Yi Zu
Aspiring web developer, Yi Zu, speaks about his time as an International student at UC San Diego.
November 5, 2018
UC San Diego Extension Instructor Awarded First Place at the 2018 International Latino Book Awards
Sylvia Mendoza awarded “First Place, Best Educational Young Adult Book” at the 2018 International Latino Book Awards
October 19, 2018
From the Classroom to the Boardroom: Celerina Cornett
What makes a great leader? Master in the Leadership of Healthcare Organizations alumna Celerina Cornett knows.
October 15, 2018
UC San Diego Extension executive director honored by San Diego Business Journal
Dr. Josh Shapiro honored as one of 2018's “San Diego’s Next 40 Top Business Leaders Under 40” by the San Diego Business Journal
September 11, 2018
Learning for a Lifetime
Retirement hasn’t slowed Carol Roberts down.
July 14, 2018
On the Rise: Eat to Live
Instructor Katie Ferraro on using food to prevent illness.
July 13, 2018