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Student’s Research In Summer Program Leads to Co-author Credit in Scientific Journal
Sora Haagensen graduated from high school in June 2020 and has already co-authored and published her first scientific paper.
January 20, 2021
"I realize that my smile is a protest" Explains Black Literature Instructor
The first time our newest Extension instructor protested anything was in middle school during band class.
January 20, 2021
What’s Your Pronoun?
Respecting a person’s correct personal pronoun contributes to a more inclusive environment.
December 18, 2020
An Award-Winning Novelist on How to Get Started, and How to Keep Going
Take it from a crime writer with six books to her name and three careers, including UC San Diego Extended Studies novel writing instructor. There's no right time to start your next big thing, so you should just “start” right now. Don’t overthink it.
December 15, 2020
Turkish Student Explores Her Passion for Aerospace Engineering In Online Program
18-year-old Miray Özcan, a 12th grader from the Black Sea port city of Samsun, Turkey, discovered a way to explore her passion for aerospace engineering through the online Sally Ride Science Junior Academy.
December 4, 2020
What Digital Health Can Solve in a Global Crisis
Advancements in the burgeoning field of digital health have firmly established it as a vital component of public health.
December 3, 2020
Making a Change: From Scientist to Medical Writer
Tanvir Khan switched from researcher to medical writer in less than a year by taking UCSD Extension’s Medical Writing certificate program. Now he’s fielding job offers and pursuing a refreshing new career path without missing a beat.
November 19, 2020
UCSD Extension Associate Dean Recognized for Excellence in Stewardship
UC San Diego Extension's Associate Dean for Education & Community Engagement, Ed Abeyta, has been recognized for his exemplary efforts in philanthropy and the development of donor relationships on behalf of the university.
November 12, 2020
6 Careers That Translate Veteran Skills into Civilian Success
A number of skills are transferrable when transitioning between military and civilian life, but many vets find that it is their “soft skills” that serve them best.
November 4, 2020
How to Translate Military Experience Into Civilian Success
Taking some time to consider options and determine next steps when leaving military life is vital to finding success in civilian life.
November 3, 2020
The Art of Staying Focused: 4 Ways to Beat Distraction
Is staying focused at work or school a challenge for you? We've got some helpful tips to help you stay on-task and distraction-free no matter what you're working on or where you are.
October 27, 2020
The Top 6 Healthcare Careers You Can Do From Home
Healthcare may not seem like an obvious work-from-home career option, but there are a number of professional areas perfect for working remotely. Check out our top 6 recommendations for this rapid growing industry.
October 12, 2020
It Takes an Artist to Solve a Design Problem
Communicating a clear meaning through the use of design is not a simple task. Extension instructor Maximo Escobedo gets in-depth on the why and how of good communications design.
October 2, 2020
High Tech High Senior Focuses On Future in Leadership & Technology
Adrian Sandoval isn't a newcomer to programming or technology. He took Extension's Front End Web Development Futures program to round out his coding skills and prepare for college.
September 25, 2020
Know Your Rights: The Fight For Social Change
Understanding our rights as U.S. citiizens is vital to effectively participating in our democracy. Extension's law department strives to pursue topical legal subjects like Fall 2020's course on the law of federal civil rights litigation from former prosecutor Duane E. Bennett.
September 25, 2020
Four Important Novels That Have Changed History
Helping those more fortunate—or unaware—empathize with oppressed people has long been an effect of literature, often serving as a catalyst for political action, righting of social wrongs, and changes in the law.
September 24, 2020
New UCSD Extension Training Program Gives Sweetwater Teachers Proven Tools to Succeed in Online Instruction
As Sweetwater High School District administrators worked to help students make the leap to online learning due to the coronavirus pandemic, they also looked for a way to assist teachers with the transition. Help came from UC San Diego Extension in the form of free training for the district’s...
September 15, 2020
How to Grow A Business By Improving Your Customer Experience
Finding ways to listen to and connect with your customers has never been more critical.
September 3, 2020
Work-From-Home Dream Jobs and the Professional Certificates You Need to Get Hired
In the digital age, many careers require only a strong internet connection and the knowledge to do the job. It's a great time to get the specialized training you need to help you land a dream job that you can do from just about anywhere.
September 2, 2020
Patrick Henry High School Grad Plans to Make a Big Social Impact
Recent high school graduate and incoming UC San Diego freshman, Yusuf Morsi, has a promising future ahead of him. And he plans on using everything he learns to make a better world.
August 24, 2020
La Jolla High School Junior Explores Coding and Biotech Careers
Dagny Whall not only learned front end web development, she’s discovered she also has a talent for biotech in two of Extension's Futures programs.
July 24, 2020
When It Comes To Safety, Common Sense Is Not Enough
Jeff Beeler's total of 45 years of experience as a firefighter and safety instructor puts him in the unusual position of (nearly) being able to see accidents before they happen.
July 16, 2020
On Answering a Different Call: From Pastor to UX Designer
For Kristin Pedroza, the shift in careers from church pastor to user experience designer has been significant but not entirely surprising.
July 9, 2020
5 At-Home STEM Projects for Kids and Adults
Looking for fun ways to keep your kids engaged and learning? Check out these five STEM projects that you can do together!
July 6, 2020