Extended Studies Blog
Empower Your Journey with the Latest Career Insights, Educational Trends, & Updates
What's Your Story?
Share your accomplishments, advice, and goals for a chance to be featured.
Uyen Tran – How Obtaining a Lactation Consultant Certification Changed Her Career Path
Some say that no journey through life is a straight and narrow path. Uyen Tran, UC San Diego Extended Studies alumna of the Lactation and Perinatal Education program, is a prime example of that philosophy.
May 6, 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Jobs Report
New technologies, like large language models and virtual/augmented reality, are reshaping the workforce in our rapidly evolving economy. Workforce development is crucial for preparing individuals to tackle today's challenges and seize tomorrow's opportunities.
April 30, 2024
Helen Edison Lecture Series and UC San Diego Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Present Dr. Bernice A. King
As part of Extended Studies' commitment to engaging with critical issues and inspiring the community, this season's Helen Edison Lecture will continue its tradition by welcoming civil rights leader, Dr. Bernice A. King, on Friday, May 17, 2024.
April 23, 2024
Earth Day 2025 Activities: A Call to Action for Sustainability
Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22, marks a pivotal moment to reflect on our planet's health and renew our commitment to environmental stewardship.
April 22, 2024
10 Doulas Seek to Improve Breastfeeding in Black Community as Lactation Consultants
Rutendo Ajayi, a UC Berkeley Masters of Public Health candidate, and Renee Clarke, a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) nurse for over ten years and a third-year Doctorate of Public Health candidate at UC Berkeley with a focus on Maternal and Child Health policy, applied for and were chosen to...
April 12, 2024
UI and UX - Understanding Different Design Principles
We’ve gotten so used to the everyday nature of our lives with computers, that we’ve easily forgotten that each page, app, icon, button, didn’t just magically appear—they were all deliberately created by design.
April 11, 2024
5 CPA Exam Tips for a Future Certified Public Accountant
Learn five invaluable tips to help you prepare and pass the CPA Exam.
April 5, 2024
A Beginner's Guide to Understanding Technical Writing
Technical writers are needed in several industries, such as science, healthcare, mechanics, finance, engineering, space research, ocean research, pharmaceuticals, medical writing, and even auto mechanics. The opportunities are endless.
April 1, 2024
Will AI Replace Programmers? Navigating the Future of Coding
Explore how AI might impact the work of programmers and strategies to stay ahead in this dynamic world of evolving technologies.
March 22, 2024
8 Tips to Getting into Medical School
Medical school requirements include being amongst the top of your class in undergrad, accumulating relevant work and volunteer experience, getting letters of recommendation, writing personal statements, and scoring high on the MCAT standardized test.
March 14, 2024
International Women’s Day 2024: Astronaut Sally Ride’s Legacy of Women in Leadership to #InspireInclusion
Celebrated annually on March 8, International Women’s Day is a global occasion honoring the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. UC San Diego Extended Studies is proud to #InspireInclusion on the annual occasion.
March 7, 2024
7 Tips for Confident Public Speaking
Public speaking is a potentially powerful and accessible tool for leadership, business, and career advancement. Imagine commanding a room with confidence, persuasively conveying your ideas, and leaving a lasting impact on your audience.
February 29, 2024
Certificate vs. Degree: Making the Right Education Decision
Just as the world has evolved, so have the needs of employers. To keep up with the demand for new skills, many higher education options have emerged, but the two primary accreditations that stand above the rest are certificate and degree programs.
February 27, 2024
Weathering the Storm: Instructors' Resilience in the Face of Super Typhoon Mawar
A storm approached as Kimberly Counts and Rudy Schroeder set out to provide crucial training in Guam for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic. They found themselves facing a group of eager students excited to greet UC San Diego Extended Studies once again, and the unexpected arrival of Super...
February 22, 2024
UCTV Arts Channel: Connecting the Community with Rich, Cultural Programming
The UCTV Arts channel will be a robust, enriching home for creative and engaging cultural arts programming generated by faculty, students, staff, and affiliated partners from UC San Diego and UC campuses across the state.
February 16, 2024
Learning to Navigate the Four Phases of Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are an essential aspect of modern medicine. They are the critical bridge between scientific research and real-world medical applications
February 13, 2024
National School Counseling Week 2024: Honoring the Professionals Who Help our Students Succeed
Held every February, National School Counseling Week recognizes the tireless efforts of the many school counseling professionals who provide opportunities and access to students from different backgrounds to make their college dreams a reality.
February 6, 2024
Dare, Dream, Do: Kussy Mackenzie’s Bold Leap into Entrepreneurship and a Business Startup
In the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship, education is often the catalyst for turning ideas and visions into reality.
February 5, 2024
Empowering Underserved Communities: Susan Harwood Grants' Impact in Pacific Islands
For many occupational safety and health instructors the opportunity to help save lives and improve job safety is gratifying enough. Yet a lucky set of UC San Diego OSHA instructors seized the opportunity to take their training a step further and explore beautiful Pacific islands while also...
January 25, 2024
Great Opportunities with the Extended Studies & Google Career Certificates Program
For those looking for a high-paying and stable new career, tech continues to be one of the most consistent and fastest-growing industries for employment. The UC San Diego Extended Studies & Google Career Certificates program is an opportunity to acquire technical skills in high-demand occupations.
January 18, 2024
Everything You Need to Know About Becoming a Lactation Consultant
Welcoming a new child into the world can be a profound and joyous experience, especially for first-time parents. Certified lactation consultants specialize in helping to ensure that the initial mother-baby bond of breastfeeding is set up for the highest chance of success possible.
January 11, 2024
12 Resume Best Practices from a Career Advisor: How to Make Your Resume Stand Out in 2025
In the ever-changing and competitive career advancement landscape, your resume can be a powerful marketing tool that can propel you toward new opportunities and possibilities. Read on for some tips on resume best practices that can transform your professional narrative into a compelling story.
January 4, 2024
Setting Powerful New Year’s Resolutions with Extended Studies
When you think about your New Year's resolutions, those resolutions are better achieved when you are well-informed, and when you have the skills that are necessary to achieve your goals for the new year. The Division of Extended Studies is here to provide you with the tools that are needed to...
December 20, 2023
How to Change Careers in 2024: A Guide
Whether the motivation is better pay, job security, benefits, flexibility, upskilling or just wanting to try something new, contemplating a career change can be daunting.
December 13, 2023