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Founder Fireside: Women in the Food & Beverage Industry
Thursday l April 18 l 4-6 PM
The Basement (Design & Innovation Building, 1st Floor)
In collaboration with UC San Diego’s Women’s Center and the Women’s Network student organization, The Basement presents a special edition of Founder Fireside, focusing on women founders in the food and beverage industry. Hear their stories, try some samples, and UC San Diego students can win some tasty giveaways!
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Gender Buffet: Women in Gaming
Friday l April 19 l 12-1 PM
Women's Center
Calling all gamers! Join us for Gender Buffet at the Women’s Center on Friday April 19th from 12:00-1:00pm to discuss Women in Gaming. All genders welcome! Light refreshments will be provided
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Feminist Book Club
Fridays l 10 AM l Women's Center
Join us for the return of Feminist Book Club! This Spring Quarter we will be reading "Burning Girls & Other Short Stories" by Veronica Schanoes, a collection of women-led fantasy fiction short stories. Book Club will be held every Friday, at 10 AM, starting April 12th (Week 2), at the Women's Center.
The first 10 students to attend our first meeting will receive a free copy.
Visit our calendar for what we'll be discussing each week: http://tinyurl.com/bookclubs24
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Oasis Tutoring
Tuesdays, 11 AM-1 PM
Wednesdays, 10 AM-12 PM
Women's Center
Starting Week 2, join us weekly in the Women's Center for STEM Cafe!
We will have warm beverages and free tutoring from OASIS available Tuesdays, 11 AM-1 PM and Wednesdays 10 AM-12 PM.
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Women’s Center Graduate Sunset Cafe
Tuesdays, (starting 4/16),
3:30-4:30 PM @ the Women's Center
The Women’s Center Graduate Sunset Cafe is a space for graduate students to socialize, de-stress, and study!
We will offer arts and crafts to de-stress after class, food and drinks to re-energize your bodies, and a quiet space to get work done.
The cafe provides a chance for graduate students to prioritize their mental health by encouraging balance in their lives.
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Women's Center Grad Yoga Class
Meda Nueva, Cala A-260 Wellness Room, 5:30-6:30 PM, bi-weekly, Tuesdays, beginning 4/16
(04/16, 04/30, 05/14, 05/28)
RSVP Link:
https://forms.gle/BGyDottFeVivcC1L8.
Join us for a rejuvenating yoga workout every other week to relieve stress and release those feel-good endorphins! This guided Yoga session welcomes individuals of all skill levels and promotes self-care in the graduate student community! Please bring your own yoga mat/towel.
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Office Hours with BMS Network of Women
(B-NOW)
Wednesday l April 17 l 11 AM - 1PM l
Women's Center
Join us for office hours with B-NOW and learn more about opportunities for students of all majors at Bristol Myers Squibb!
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Breathwork and Mindfulness Workshop: With Alumni
Aditi Chawla
Wednesday l April 17 l 5-6 PM
Women's Center
Spring has sprung and the quarter has begun. This guided breathwork and mindfulness session, hosted by UC San Diego alumni Aditi Chawla, welcomes individuals of all skill levels and promotes self-care.
Join us from 5-6pm, Wednesday, April 17th, at the WC, to pause and reflect on the final quarter of the year. Space capped at 20 participants.
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Grad Bloomin’ Bouquets
Thursday l April 18 l 4 PM
Women's Center
RSVP
https://forms.gle/E6y5ini5EC25JEVA7
Join us for a bloomin' good time as we gather to create our own floral masterpieces, bringing the vibrant spirit of the season into every handcrafted bouquet.
Let's celebrate spring together – one petal at a time! Flowers will be provided.
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OSD Drop-In Hours
Join virtually Wednesday, April 24th, May 22nd, or Wednesday, June 5th from 1pm-2pm.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://ucsd.zoom.us/j/92152269793
Join in-person Wednesday l May 8 l 1pm-2pm l Women's Center
In hopes to provide resources to those who are connected to the Women's Center, the Office for Students With Disabilities is hosting an informal meet and greet to discuss general questions about the OSD and accommodation process. Please note, this is not a confidential space, so please keep your questions general.
If you would like to ask confidential questions, please email me directly at kherold@ucsd.edu. I look forward to meeting with you! Caption: Meet Kimberly, a Senior Disability Specialist with the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD).
Connect to get general information and questions answered about the OSD office.
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Denim Day Workshop:
Wednesday l April 24 l 4-5 PM
Women's Center
Join us for this interactive workshop from 4-5pm, at the Women's Center. We encourage EVERYONE to wear Denim on Wednesday, April 24th, in solidarity with survivors and echo the sentiments that, "There is no excuse and never an invitation to rape."
This workshop is part of the iLead program.
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Storytelling for Innovators
Thursday l April 25 l 4-5:30 PM
Women's Center
Struggle with the dreaded "Tell me about yourself" question? Dive into an interactive workshop where you'll unlock your natural storytelling talents and master the art of public speaking.
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Fostering Inclusivity: Intersectional Advocacy for Gender Marginalized Students with Disabilities
Tuesday l April 30th l 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Women's Center
Join us for "Fostering Inclusivity: Intersectional Advocacy for Gender Marginalized Students with Disabilities," a workshop dedicated to creating a supportive space for dialogue, advocacy, and resource-sharing. Engage in interactive activities, connect with representatives from OSD and CAPS, and work towards building a more inclusive university community. Save the date for April 30th, 2024, from 4:00 to 5:30pm at the Women's Center conference room. See you there!
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Smart Start: Salary Negotiation Workshop
Friday l May 10 l 2-4 PM l Women's Center
AAUW Start Smart is specifically designed to teach you how to negotiate salaries for a new job. In every two-hour workshop you’ll gain confidence in your negotiation style through facilitated discussion and role-play. This content does have the lens specific for the experiences of gender marginalized folks, but all genders are welcome.
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Psychology of Spending
Wednesday l May 15 l 5-6 PM
Women's Center
The final workshop in the Women's Center Financial Literacy Series, hosted by our partners over at University Credit Union, Psychology of Spending is Wednesday, May 15th, from 5-6pm, in the Women's Center. This event is part of the iLead program as well. Please contact women@ucsd.edu for any questions or accommodations.
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Gender Buffet
Every Friday, from 12-1 PM
@ the Women's Center
Gender Buffet is a weekly informal dialogue on issues connected to gender. We offer discussion on a new topic every week, from elections to pop culture, we discuss it all!
Light refreshments will be provided.
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GAP Projects
Each year, each of our Women's Center Interns develop a
year-long Gender Action Project (GAP) that represents their unique passion, experience, background, and perspective.
A culmination of their work is presented to the community every Spring.
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Know Your Rights: Exploring Immigration Protection for Victims
Thursday l April 18th l 12-1 PM
Women's Center
UC San Diego staff and faculty are invited to an informational session hosted by Casa Cornelia Law Center to educate themselves on options and protections for immigrants who are victims of power and gender-based violence. Hosted at the Women's Center, from, 12-1 PM, Thursday, April 18th.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Casa Cornelia Law Center is a public interest law firm providing quality pro bono legal services to victims of human and civil rights violations. The Center has a primary commitment to the indigent within the immigrant community in Southern California. Casa Cornelia strives to educate others regarding the impact of immigration law and policy on society and the public good. This offering is not affiliated with the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) or CARE at SARC; however, we encourage folks to utilize those campus resources as well. If you have questions or would like to discuss further please contact Assistant Director for Education, Hannah Aksamit at haksamit@ucsd.edu or call (858) 822-1477.
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Lunch and Listen: Out and Proud Edition
Tuesday l April 23 l 12-1pm
On Zoom http://tinyurl.com/LNLWHM24
UCSD staff are invited to join our Lunch and Listen series for Out and proud Week. From 12-1pm, on Zoom, Tuesday April 23rd, we will be listening to excerpts from Brene Brown's podcast, Unlocking Us episode with Roxane Gay and Debbie Millman talking about Love, Life, and the Pursuit of Creative Space.
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Working Moms of 0-5 Year Olds Group
Wednesday, April 24th, 1:30-2:30 PM
On Zoom: https://uchealth.zoom.us/j/82035703829
Please join us for a supportive discussion and an opportunity to connect with other UC San Diego working moms.
Parenting post-pandemic may still feel like unfamiliar territory for us all, especially for those who were pregnant or gave birth while working remotely, not to mention the difficulty balancing roles amid a variety of stressors. Parenting is never easy, but this is unprecedented. You are not alone!
This support group is in collaboration with the Women’s Center and facilitated by Izabel Caetano Francy, LCSW, a Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) licensed clinician, who is also a full-time remote working parent.
Open to all UC San Diego campus Faculty and Staff mothers of any age, partnered or single.
Feel free to eat lunch, nurse or be a mom during the discussion.
Subscribe to, or unsubscribe from, the ucsdmoms-l list here
Questions? Please contact Izabel C. Francy at icfrancy@ucsd.edu
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Working Parents of Elementary and Middle Schoolers Support Group
Date: Wednesday, May 1, 12-1 PM
Location: Zoom Meeting
https://uchealth.zoom.us/j/86957940529
Please join us for a supportive discussion and an opportunity to connect with other UCSD remote working parents.
Parenting post-pandemic may still feel like unfamiliar territory for us all, especially returning to work & school after a year+ of remote learning and various hybrid schedules, not to mention the difficulty balancing roles amid a variety of stressors. Parenting is never easy, but this is unprecedented. You are not alone!
This support group is in collaboration with the Women’s Center and facilitated by Izabel Caetano Francy, LCSW, a Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) licensed clinician, who is also a full-time remote working parent.
Open to all UC San Diego campus Faculty and Staff parents of any age, partnered or single.
Feel free to eat lunch or parent as needed during the discussion.
Questions? Please contact Izabel C. Francy at icfrancy@ucsd.edu
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Working Parents of Teens Support Group
Date: Thursday, May 9th, 1-2 PM
On Zoom: https://uchealth.zoom.us/j/81090977661
Calling all parents of teens! Please join us for a supportive discussion and an opportunity to connect with other UC San Diego parents.
This support group is in collaboration with the Women’s Center and facilitated by Izabel Caetano Francy, LCSW, a Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) licensed clinician, who is also a full-time working parent.
Open to all UC San Diego campus Faculty and Staff parents of teens ages 12 and up.
We acknowledge that developmental levels vary. Please join this group or any of the other support groups as you feel appropriate based on you/your child’s needs.
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Let’s Talk About Menopause!
Date: Thursday, May 23, 2024
Time: 12:30-1:30 PM
Location: Zoom - Registration is required:
https://tinyurl.com/TalkMeno
Join us for an open conversational space created for Campus Staff & Faculty where we will explore the topic of menopause and support one another through sharing experiences, feelings, resources, and strategies to better navigate an often-challenging phase of life.
Participants will be invited to share their menopause related topics of interest for future monthly meeting discussions. Personal medical questions must be reserved for consultation with a healthcare provider.
This is a collaboration with the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) and the Women’s Center, facilitated by Izabel Caetano Francy, LCSW, and Jennifer Triana, LCSW, FSAP licensed clinicians, and menopause champion Jess Geipel, all of whom recognize that menopause affects people differently and understand that one person’s experience does not represent all people’s experience.
Feel free to eat lunch during the discussion.
Questions? Please contact Jess Geipel https://jgeipel@ucsd.edu
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Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Check out the calendar of events here.
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Arab American Heritage Month
Check out event listings here.
Arab American Heritage Month Celebration is scheduled for Thursday, April 18, at 5 PM, in the Price Center East Ballroom.
Registration link.
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César E. Chávez Month
Visit the César E. Chávez event page here.
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Campus Community Centers and Programs | |
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Out & Proud 24: Out of the Closet, Into the Future
April 12th - 26th
Various Locations
The Out and Proud Series presents the largest opportunity for community visibility on the UC San Diego campus. It is a time for reflection on the achievements of LGBTQIA+ identified students, staff, faculty, and our allies. It is also a time for public awareness and discussion of current LGBTQIA+ issues on the state and national levels.
For more information, see the list of events here: https://lgbt.ucsd.edu/events/out-and-proud/index.html
https://lgbt.ucsd.edu/events/out-and-proud/index.html
Contact information for further inquiries
For more information and accommodation requests, please reach out to rainbow@ucsd.edu
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Navigating Mixed Relationships
April 17, 2024, 6:00 PM
LGBT Resource Center
Learn how to navigate mixed relationships while enjoying beverages and a charcuterie tray.
For more info, email themixedstudentunion.ucsd@gmail.com or direct message @UCSD_MSU on Instagram!
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APIMEDA Programs & Services
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Intertribal Resource Center
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Undergraduate Library Research Prize Submissions
We are delighted to announce the submission period for the 2024 Undergraduate Library Research Prize (ULRP) contest is now open for students who have presented a research project under faculty mentorship over the past 12 months.
The ULRP allows us to reward and recognize students who demonstrate a strategic and effective use of the Library as a resource in direct support of research undertaken on campus. The contest is co-sponsored by the UC San Diego Library, UC San Diego Alumni and the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs.
Submit documentation & receive a faculty nomination by April 28.
Event Page Link:
http://lib.ucsd.edu/urlp
If you have any questions, please contact Tim Chu, ULRP Coordinator, at tschu@ucsd.edu
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2024 National Poetry Month Exhibits
Geisel Library Main Floor West & Wong Avery Library Breezeway
April is National Poetry Month!
At Geisel Library and in the breezeway at Sally T. WongAvery Library, we feature some of our favorite poetry books from Geisel's permanent circulating collection AND poems themed on science and medicine, highlighting both individual offerings and anthologies of poems from nurses, doctors, pharmacists, scientists and lab personnel. Of note are new poems from young citizen-scientists that will be added to the exhibit throughout the month courtesy of Students With Dependents, a campus support group that offered to celebrate with us.
https://library.ucsd.edu/news-events/events/2024-national-poetry-month-exhibit-geisel/
Contact information for further inquiries:
Scott Paulson
spaulson@ucsd.edu
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Yoga at the Library
Geisel Meeting Room, Geisel Library
Join the Library and Recreation for indoor Vinyasa Flow on Thursdays, from 12:30-1:30 p.m., in the Geisel Meeting Room located at Geisel Library, 1st Floor East. Offered weekly between Weeks 1-10, these classes are by registration only and free for students and staff with an active Recreation Activity Pass (free for students!). Weekly registration is required. Please bring your own yoga mat and props.
https://lib.ucsd.edu/libyoga
Contact information for further inquiries:
Gen Thipatima gthipati@ucsd.edu
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First- Gen Art Gallery
Apr 24, 5:00 PM
Cross Cultural Center
Join us at our First-Gen Art Gallery! We will have multiple First-Gen artists showcasing their original artwork, from poetry to photography to poetry. We will also have an open-mic section of the event where you can perform your own poetry, music, short stories, etc. If you're interested in the participating in the open mic, there will be a sign up sheet on the day of the event. Come be with community and support your fellow first-gen artists! Light refreshments will be provided.
Event Page Link
http://tinyurl.com/firstgenartgallery
Contact information for further inquiries
Triton Firsts Team
firstgentritons@ucsd.edu
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Librarians and Coffee
April 25, 2024, 10:00 AM
Sally T. Wong Avery Library Events Room
Students, start your morning with coffee, donuts and new reads from the Library!
We’re excited to announce Librarians and Coffee, an event that allows students to connect with subject specialist librarians while enjoying a cup of coffee and donuts. During this drop-in event, you can also explore popular periodicals and learn how to access newspapers like the New York Times and Wall Street Journal for free.
Bonus: The first 30 attendees will receive a free UC San Diego Library mug!
https://library.ucsd.edu/news-events/events/librarians-and-coffee/
Contact:
Tim Chu
ucsdlibrary@ucsd.edu
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Professional Clothes Donation Drive
Triton Transfer Hub, Pepper Canyon Hall, 261
Hi Tritons! Have you heard the news? The Triton Transfer Hub is currently collecting donated professional clothing for an upcoming drive! Donate any gently used professional clothes like dress pants, collared shirts, and blazers to help remove the barriers to professional clothing access.
You can donate clothes at any of our locations around campus, including the Triton Transfer Hub!
https://transferstudents.ucsd.edu/
Contact information for further inquiries
tritontransfers@ucsd.edu
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BIPOC Support Group
facilitated by Cat Thompson, Ph.D. and Jennifer Triana, LCSW
Date: Third Tuesday of the month, from 12 - 1 PM, on Zoom
Meeting Registration - Zoom
This monthly group meeting will provide a supportive online conversational space created for any UC San Diego campus employee identifying as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color). This space is held with the intention of connecting around our identities and exploring our shared common experience.
Email Cat Thompson and/or Jennifer Triana for more information
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2Excel Information Session
May 02, 2024, 1:00 PM
Join us to learn about the 2EXCEL Program. 2Excel is a retention & support program serving 2nd-year students in getting holistic support and guidance from mentors and staff. RSVP: tinyurl.com/2YEInfoSession
Event Page Link
https://tinyurl.com/2YEInfoSession
Contact information for further inquiries
sye.ucsd@gmail.com
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Art of Science Contest Submission Period Extended to May 03, 2024
The submission period for the 2024 Art of Science Contest has been EXTENDED to May 3, 2024!
The Art of Science contest celebrates the aesthetic side of scientific research. It invites UC San Diego students, faculty, and researchers to submit original works stemming from their scientific inquiries. These submissions are more than just images; they are gateways to understanding the wonders of science.
For additional information and submission guidelines, visit lib.ucsd.edu/artofscience.
Visit exhibits.ucsd.edu/starlight/artofscience to view images from past contests.
https://library.ucsd.edu/news-events/2024-art-of-science-contest-submission-period-extended-through-may-3/
Contact information for further inquiries
Abigail Pennington
apennington@ucsd.edu
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Women in Leadership 2024
Get ready for a night of inspiration and empowerment on Thursday, May 23, at 6:30 p.m. as the annual Women in Leadership event takes off at the Price Center East Ballroom. Through a candid and timely conversation, this year's distinguished panel will share their personal stories and vision of how women can help lead our nation to a better future.
Featured panelists include:
* Ina Garten, cookbook author and television host
* Michelle Hanabusa, founder and creative director of the community-driven streetwear brand UPRISERS and co-founder and COO of Hate Is A Virus, a nonprofit dedicated to dismantling hate and racism
* Margot Lee Shetterly, author of “Hidden Figures,” a New York Times bestseller that inspired a hit movie.
* Moderated by: Lynn Sherr, author and award-winning journalist
GET TICKETS
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FREE Online HR Management Info Session
May 31, 2024, 11:00 AM
Online
Are you considering a career in Human Resources? UC San Diego Extended Studies offers a variety of HR courses for anyone who is looking to enter the field, advance their career, or maintain their credentials with recertification hours. Our courses and programs are designed to provide participants with the latest information and practical insights in order to become responsible and effective professionals.
Please join us for a free information session over Zoom to learn more about our Human Resource Management Certificate and our specialized HR courses.
https://extendedstudies.ucsd.edu/courses-and-programs/careers-in-human-resources
For more information, contact the Program Manager Chiara Cescon at HRPrograms@ucsd.edu.
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2024 Art of Science Contest Submit Your Entries for the Library’s Art of Science Contest!
The Art of Science contest celebrates the aesthetic side of scientific research. It invites UC San Diego undergraduate and graduate students, postdocs, faculty and scientists and researchers to submit images of original works stemming from their scientific inquiries. These submissions are more than just images; they are gateways to understanding the wonders of science. The submission period for the 2024 contest is now open through April 5. Visit lib.ucsd.edu/artofscience for more information and to submit entries.
https://lib.ucsd.edu/artofscience
For additional information and submission guidelines, visit lib.ucsd.edu/artofscience.
Visit exhibits.ucsd.edu/starlight/artofscience to view images from past contests.
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Changemaker Institute
Apply to the College Corps Today!
Interested in earning up to $10,000 while serving your community? Passionate about local issues around Climate Change, K-12 Education, Food Insecurity, and/ or Public Health? Apply to be a College Corps Fellow TODAY for the 2024-2025 academic school year and serve your community!
College Corps is a fellowship open to all undergraduate students-including CA Dream Act Students! We will accept rolling applications until May 15th!
https://collegecorps.ucsd.edu
Please reach out to collegecorps@ucsd.edu with any questions!
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Courses, Jobs, Internships & Scholarship Opportunities | |
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TYMMN Board Application 2024-2025
Creating holistic educational mentorship for youth in SD-TJ
region. Rooted in empathy and anti-savior allyship. We
encourage anyone passionate about community organizing
migration, cross-cultural collaboration to apply!
Contact information for further inquiries
tymmn@ucsd.edu
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Summer TRELS Applications Now Open!
Interested in conducting research during the Summer Quarter?! Applications for Summer TRELS open. With the research program, you will conduct research, network with peers and faculty, gain critical skills, present at conferences, and earn a $5,000 stipend!
More information can be found at trels.ucsd.edu
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Guiding Principles of UC San Diego's Women's Center |
We embrace the multiple FACES of our community and our work is grounded in the following principles: Feminism, Awareness, Community, Empowerment and Social Justice. Read more about F.A.C.E.S.
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Thank you for reading the Women's Center E-Weekly. We value your time and appreciate hearing from you. Please feel free to contact us with comments, thoughts, ideas, suggestions or concerns.
Email: women@ucsd.edu
Website: https://women.ucsd.edu
Women's Center Community Space Hours
Monday-Thursday: 10AM-6PM
Friday: 10AM - 3PM
Women's Center Spring 2024 Closures
Thursday, May 2, closing at 4 PM, for Feminist Film Club
Tuesday, May 21, opening at 11 AM, for Spring 2024 Vendor Fair
Wednesday, May 29, Closing at 4 PM, for STEMtorship Dinner
Women's Center staff are available Monday-Friday during the University’s operational hours, reach out at women@ucsd.edu if you need assistance.
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