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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
Pursuing the Path to Harvard Law
Sarah Douglas planned to go straight from college to law school, but discovered there's more than one way to get there.
June 13, 2018
How I Did It: The Big Transition Back to Civilian Life
How one Marine made the transition back to civilian life with the support of a new community.
May 30, 2018
The Master's Program As Diverse As Its Students
UC San Diego announces a first-of-its-kind Master of Science degree in both Drug Development and Product Management, combined.
May 21, 2018
Going Places: Jimmie Berggren
"If your purpose is to stay here, you have to really fight hard for it from day one."
May 17, 2018
Bringing the Art of Storytelling to the Wonders of Science
Two science writers have teamed up to teach both scientists and non-scientists how to make the stories of scientific discovery more engaging and accessible.
May 1, 2018
Williams Ettouati, PharmD, On Meeting the Needs of a New Generation in Drug Development
Find out what a Masters in Drug Development and Product Management can do for your career.
April 18, 2018
Second Act: Capturing the Speed of Light
After 35 years as an architect, Norm DeWitt found a new passion in photography.
April 6, 2018
Junior Academy Gives Students a Summertime Blast of STEAM
Sally Ride Science Junior Academy helps kids (and parents) makes the most of summer.
April 4, 2018
Instructor Tiffany Fox Is Passionate About Sharing Science
Journalist-turned-science writer Tiffany Fox wants you to know what's going on in the world of medical research.
March 26, 2018
Career Coach: Flipping The Script
Successful entrepreneur Neal Bloom on the next digital wave in recruiting and beyond.
March 21, 2018