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Researchers Dig Into the Science of Education

A research-practice partnership between UC San Diego and Vista Unified School District is reshaping our understanding of early learning, paving the way for transformative changes in education.

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Athletic Director Chats About the Tritons’ Move to Division I

UC San Diego Athletic Director Earl Edwards stewarded UC San Diego’s move from Division II to Division I in 2020. As the campus approaches the end of the required four-year reclassification period, UC San Diego Magazine asked Edwards about the pandemic, scholar-athletes and the future.

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UC San Diego Library Adapts to Meet the Needs of Today’s Students

Today’s college students value versatile library spaces that are adaptable to various academic needs, including group work, engagement with print collections or research using computer workstations. Find out how UC San Diego’s iconic Geisel Library adapted its interiors to meet those needs.

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High School Program Offers Free College Credits at UC San Diego

In June 2023, hundreds of San Diego high school students participated in Discover UC San Diego, an innovative pilot program that offers free, online college courses delivered by the university’s faculty.

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Wildfires Have a Lasting Psychological Impact on Communities

Climate trauma is an emerging challenge. It is already well documented that extreme climate events result in significant psychological impacts, even for those whose personal property and family are not directly impacted.

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Herbicides Could Impact Brain Function in Teens

Fresh-cut flowers, plants and other greenery bring joy and beauty to homes and offices. They’re also big business. While economic projections trend upward across the globe, a concerning reality lurks beneath the surface: Herbicides used to grow these crops may be reducing brain function in teens.