I chose UCSD for 3 main reasons: first, UCSD has a well established engineering dept., and actually one of the only schools that offered an Aerospace Engineering curriculum. Second, I found UCSD's coastal location more appealing compared to other schools that I got into. Finally, the decision was clear to me when I was generously offered a scholarship to attend UCSD.

Personally, I had the best luck meeting UCSD students when I would strike up casual conversations at the beach or at Gliderport.

I love fishing, camping, swimming, or anything else that gets me outside. I have also recently purchased a surfboard so I have been learning how to catch some waves at Scripps Beach.

On October 16, 2020 the ITRC Welcomed Justine Medina and Jesse Fraire from the California Native Vote Project to discuss the importance of voting and how to make a voting plan. You can learn more about the California Native Vote Project HERE.

If you need help researching candidates, props, and measures check out the KPBS non- partisan Voter Guide. Click HERE to find your polling place. If you need help getting to the polls today San Diego's MTS is offering all-day free transit rides.

On October 9, 2020, the Intertribal Resource Center hosted our annual Native American Welcome Dinner. Participants had an opportunity to learn more about the ITRC, Native American student organizations and other campus opportunities. Students also participated in a movement session lead by grad student Sam Mitchell (Yaqui) and had a chance to win some raffle prizes. You can check out a slideshow of past ITRC events and learn more about the student organizations by clicking the links below.

Students and ITRC staff came together to test their knowledge of Native American and UC San Diego trivia in our virtual Jeopardy event. Anthony Hurtado swept the floor with his vast knowledge and quick wits!

As our Jeopardy winner he received a gift card for Uber Eats!

Join us this month on Thursday, November 19th for another chance to win!

'Eyaay ehan (Thank you) to Alex Hunter for her time and wisdom. Last month Alex taught us how to count from 1-10 in Kumeyaay along with other useful phrases.

Join us next week for Luiseño Language Basics!

Want to share a greeting or some basic vocabulary in your Native language or learn someone else's?  Can you teach a cultural activity or want to learn a new one?  Do you have traditional social songs, dances, or games from your tribe that you could share? If you have an idea for future Virtual Language and Culture Tables you can submit it HERE.

Staff from the Admissions and the ITRC and several Native American Tritons spoke about applying to and attending UC San Diego to prospective students. If you were unable to attend you can watch a recording of the event HERE.

For those interested there is a second event for students to review and discuss the UC Insights portion of the UC San Diego 2021-22 application with Admissions staff. The event will be held on Thursday, November 12th from 3:30-5:00 PM. You can register to attend HERE.

NASA meetings are held on

even week Mondays, at 6:00 pm.

Questions? Contact ucsd.nasa@gmail.com

AIGSA meetings are held on odd weeks on Tuesdays, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

Zoom Meeting ID: 918 7352 8440

Contact: aigsa@ucsd.edu

Questions? Contact ucsandiego.anams@gmail.com

AISES meetings are held on odd week Thursdays, from 6:00 to 7:00 pm.

Contact: aises@ucsd.edu