ASIAN PACIFIC ISLANDER MIDDLE EASTERN DESI AMERICAN
APIMEDA PROGRAMS & SERVICES LIFEBOOK
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W E E L M C O OME W E LC C As UC San Diego’s inaugural Asian Pacific Islander Middle Eastern Desi American (APIMEDA) Associate Director and a UC San Diego alumna, I am proud to welcome you to our community. One of my favorite times of the year is when we get to welcome new people to our campus and introduce them to our communities. When the members of the Coalition for Critical Asian American Studies (CCAAS) conceived of this Lifebook in 2014, they wanted the diversity of APIMEDA students at UC San Diego to see themselves being successful on this campus, and for new members of our community to find ways to connect to those of us who have been here for a while. This Lifebook is intended to provide you with the information that will help you to navigate the campus academically and socially. Continuing APIMEDA students have told us what things have been most useful to them and what things they wish they knew and started to utilize sooner, and we did our best to put as much of that in this book as we could. We also asked APIMEDA staff and faculty to be amongst those resources. We hope that you take the time to visit each of the campus resources listed and to attend student organization meetings to help you find your place on campus. In addition, I hope that you visit APIMEDA Programs and Services. We are a young office that has continued to conceive of new ways to connect and grow. We hope you will join our communities. But most importantly, we want you to know that there is a community full of people at UC San Diego who wants to help you to succeed. Please get to know us, ask us when you need help, and stop by just because you can. I look forward to meeting you soon. Sincerely, Windi Sasaki UC San Diego Class of 2000 APIMEDA Associate Director she/her/hers, they/them/theirs
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APIMEDA Programs & Services
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Campus Community Centers
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Wellness Services
HOW TO USE THIS BOOK
UCSD is filled with people who want you to be successful, and they may provide you with opportunities to work with them, organize, and gain some of the skills below. Part of preparing for success in your career is knowing how to capitalize on the resources at your disposal. That’s where this Lifebook comes in! The Lifebook is a resource to help you achieve your goals no matter what they are! Written by students, for students, we’ve all been there. Let the Lifebook help set you up for your definition of success and gain skills that you can’t get in a classroom.
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Support Services
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Academic Resources
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Involvement Opportunities
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Student Organizations
NACE'S TOP 10 SKILLS EMPLOYERS SEEK FROM RECENT GRADUATES
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AAPI Studies Program
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Graduate Resources
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Study Tools & Places
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Transportation Tips
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APIMEDA Staff Highlights
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APIMEDA Faculty Highlights
- Ability to work in a team structure - Ability to make decisions and solve problems - Ability to communicate verbally with people inside and outside an organization - Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work - Ability to obtain and process information - Ability to analyze quantitative data - Technical knowledge related to the job - Proficiency with computer software programs - Ability to create and/or edit written reports - Ability to sell and influence others
APIMEDA PROGRAMS & SERVICES Asian Pacific Isander Middle Eastern Middle Eastern Desi American (APIMEDA) Programs and Services provides community and retention support for students who are part of our large and diverse APIMEDA communities. As the newest initiative within the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion organizational structure, we are continuing to develop and grow programs that help our APIMEDA population find their place and thrive at UC San Diego.
WHO WE ARE “APIMEDA” describes domestic students who are Asian (including East, South, and Southeast Asian), Pacific Islander, and/or of Southwest Asian North African descent. APIMEDA people come from a large diversity of ethnic identities, whose population size varies widely in the US, California, and UCSD. The students from the Coalition for Critical Asian American Studies (CCAAS) who advocated for this office used APIMEDA to describe the population. They sought to have an office that provided specific and targeted services for students who came from marginalized ethnic populations who were not being served directly by other campus offices.
MEET THE STAFF
WINDI SASAKI Associate Director she/her/hers, they/them/theirs
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BRIAN CRIE Programs & Operations Coordinator he/him/his, they/them/theirs
VANESSA S. NA Graduate Community & Climate Intern she/her/hers
WHAT WE DO We encourage community development that enhances coalition building with and within the APIMEDA students, staff, and faculty by fostering greater visibility for the diversity within the APIMEDA community and helping students gain skills for success in their future careers. Here are some notable programs we regularly hold!
ASK APIMEDA SERIES For this series, we bring in members of our community that have expertise in a wide range of topics so that students can hear about some of their experiences! Past invitees include academic advisors, CAPS staff, and alumni. We hope to give students the chance to make connections and enhance their college experience.
DISCOVERING YOUR CAREER COMPASS These workshops teach APIMEDA students strategies that can help them use their passions to find concrete academic and career paths. There are general workshops that give students an overview of some strategies, and small group workshops that provide more specific information along with opportunities to connect one-on-one with advising and other staff who can help students put these strategies in action.
ALEXANDRA KIM Community Assistant they/them/theirs, she/her/hers
APIMEDA COMMUNITY AND COALITION CONFERENCE This conference is designed to provide the APIMEDA community with strategies for creating coalitions and community through authentic experiences from your mind, heart and hands. Students are supported in implementing their plans with their peers and gain a deeper understanding of their commonalities and the ways they can think about their shared experiences.
APIMEDA LGBTQ FAMILY GATHERING Hosted by APIMEDA and the LGBT Resource Center, this is a quarterly gathering for LGBTQ APIMEDA identified folx to be in community and find each other! Whether it be discussing the intersections of identities or having fun bonding, we hope to foster a supportive environment where our family can feel safe and thrive!
KELLY CALLEJO Community Assistant they/them/theirs
VIVIAN YAN Design & Publications Assistant she/her/hers
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&ME PROJECT
COMMUNITY TIME
This project highlights coalition leaders that have made impactful strides with their legacy of activism. Students who participate have an opportunity to connect their own identities to the causes that these coalition leaders fight for and make a commitment to become more involved with APIMEDA communities.
This is a weekly community building event open to all, giving a chance to build new friendships and feel connected to others around campus. There are a variety of activities that happen each week, ranging from fun social gatherings to professional development to a collective study space.
APIMEDA Programs and Services also has a great community for graduate students, creating a sense of belonging amongst different grad students as well as providing support with overall development. Here are some grad-focused programs that we regularly hold that are open to everyone, including undergrad students!
GRAD WELCOMES
GRAD CAFES
There are so many different things to learn about the campus, but the APIMEDA grad welcomes help with giving a nice starting place. Not only do you get to meet other grad students, these are a chance to meet with staff and faculty and give you some go-to people right at the start of your time at UCSD.
This is a nice event that happens regularly, allowing grad students to get some support and feel connected to other folks. It is structured as a virtual writing session, but there are also times for breaks and not getting work done is perfectly okay.
SLACK CHANNEL Slack is a nice way to actively and passively be connected with APIMEDA Programs and Services. There are a lot of fun channels, emotes, and good conversation, plus it is a great place to ask questions and get advice from others.
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Why did you choose to attend UCSD?
PRONOUNS:She/Her/Hers GRADUATE PROGRAM:History (PhD), 3rd Year IDENTITIES:Birracial, Chinese-Vietnamese American, Transgender “Since my research focuses on Southeast Asian refugees and refugee communities, the opportunity to work with faculty such as Simeon Man and Yen Le Espiritu was very appealing!”
DNEY WONG SY PRONOUNS:She/Her/Hers MAJOR:Computer Science, Business Minor COLLEGE:Sixth, 3rd Year IDENTITIES:Chinese, Asian American, Woman
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“I chose to attend UCSD because I wanted to challenge myself. As a fairly independent person who did not grow up in California, I wanted to experience living on my own in a new state. While I knew it would be occasionally difficult to be away from family and friends, I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity to go to a great school in San Diego and test my ability to be independent.”
Orientation Intern, Academic Peer Advisor, Co-chair/ Co-Founder BERC(Board @ ERC)
Women in Computing Vice President Internal
PRONOUNS:He/Him/His MAJOR:Psychology, Education Sciences COLLEGE:Roosevelt, 4th Year IDENTITIES:Asian-American (Indonesian and Chinese), Son of Immigrants, Cishet Ally “I chose UC San Diego not only for the beautiful scenery, but also the incredible culture. I had heard stories of students at other, more 'prestigious' institutions purposefully sabotaging each other to gain a competitive academic advantage. When I toured UCSD, I felt a sense of community and inclusion that made me trust my peers. The 7-college system also allows for a great close-knit community within colleges, while still providing access to the vast UC resources.”
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campus community centers Campus Community Centers at UC San Diego build community among our diverse population of students, faculty and staff members. Each provides a forum to increase awareness of social issues, encourage dialogue, build community, improve retention, increase outreach, and foster academic success.
BLACK RESOURCE CENTER UC San Diego’s Black Resource Center promotes scholarship, fosters leadership, and cultivates community for students while centering the Black experience. Not only does the BRC serve undergraduate students, the center is also positioned as a resource for alumni, faculty, staff and the broader black community.
brc.ucsd.edu/
RAZA RESOURCE CENTRO
raza.ucsd.edu/
The RRC is an open and inclusive community space which strives to serve students primarily of Latinx and Chicanx descent and origin. The Centro is a lively space where students study, meet, write, get tutoring, and most importantly can lean on each other for support. It is a space where not only Latinx/Chicanx organizations hold meetings and events, but also where cultura, arte, and academics interconnect.
INTERTRIBAL RESOURCE CENTER UC San Diego’s Intertribal Resource Center provides community, personal, academic, and leadership development for UC San Diego’s native and indigenous populations. Their space promotes overall increased educational accessibility for native students, and a place where they can study, learn, and be in community.
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itrc.ucsd.edu/
WOMEN'S CENTER The WC is a space where people can come together and collaborate to support women from all walks of life. The Women’s Center provides education and support regarding gender issues, with the goal of promoting an inclusive and equitable campus community. Additional facilities specific to the center include a shower in the restroom and a private lactation room. Drop in to learn about more resources you can access or for engaging educational programs like the weekly Gender Buffet!
women.ucsd.edu/
LGBTQ RESOURCE CENTER
lgbt.ucsd.edu/
The LGBTRC is a great space to explore topics about sexuality and gender while meeting others in a friendly environment. It provides a visible presence of community, and is open to everyone, whether you want to learn more or have questions. The LGBTRC hosts a rainbow of programs and services for every letter in the LGBTQ+ acronym. This cozy space can feel like a home that supports an ever-growing family.
CROSS CULTURAL CENTER The CCC strives to create a welcoming environment for students and staff alike from all different walks of life, identities, cultural backgrounds, and ethnicities. It’s a place where culture comes to life and where diversity is celebrated, which is shared through in their events, collaborations, and space.
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ccc.ucsd.edu/
Don't be afraid to go to resources centers (when they're open :')) and apply for mentorship opportunities! They're great ways to find guidance and information that you can use to get by at UCSD.
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What is the most important thing you learned through your classes? Whether it is something about yourself, the subject you’re studying, etc. NE VA
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A PRONOUNS:She/Her/Hers GRADUATE PROGRAM:Education Studies, 4th Year IDENTITIES:Khmer American, Daughter of refugees “I’ve been fortunate to take classes in Ethnic Studies that have helped me to think more deeply about the communities I am a part of and the communities I hope to nurture. They helped me reflect on what it means to show for one another within and beyond the classroom.”
APIMEDA Graduate Community and Climate Intern
PRONOUNS:He/Him/His MAJOR:Mechanical Engineering w/ Specialization in Renewable Energy and Environmental Flows, Political Science Minor COLLEGE:Warren, 3rd Year IDENTITIES:Vietnamese-American, Son of immigrants
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“Something I’ve learned from my classes is that I excel when I work with others. While I am tempted to keep to myself and struggle silently, working on homework and studying with friends has definitely allowed me to improve.”
APSA Vice-Chair Finance
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APSA Cultural Coordinator
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PRONOUNS:She/Her MAJOR:Microbiology, Global Health Minor COLLEGE:Roosevelt, 2nd Year IDENTITIES:Chinese, LGBTQ+ (Bisexual) “In high school, I feel like it was really easy to think that what you learn in each class is completely separate from the classes before and after, but after coming here I've realized it's totally not true. Not only does the knowledge build off of each other, but you realize that everything—from chemistry to history to global health to art—is interconnected and have various societal ramifications. It's definitely made me more aware of the impact of what I'm learning and showed me how vast its applications are.”
STUDENT WELLNESS SERVICES College is a time to practice and learn wellness skills that will be useful when becoming a working professional. Student wellness services helps students so that they can feel good, get fit, be safe, and find resources easily for healthy, balanced living.
THE ZONE
HEALTH PROMOTION SERVICES
A true escape from the fast-paced academic quarter, The Zone is a lounge that promotes healthy, balanced living to students. The Zone is a space to relax, hang out, study, and sip some free tea when you want to step out of those bus college schedules. With programs like cooking, yoga, and therapy fluffies, there’s so many ways you can practice a little self care.
Health Promotion Services assesses the needs of students on campus to promote the policies and activities that will keep them living healthy lifestyles. They offer tons of informational and counseling services that cover a wide range of health related topics for whatever you need!
STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES
No matter what your circumstance is, all students need to eat. With open hours every day, TFP is a student-run service that seeks to reduce the challenges that students can face related to food insecurity and make sure that each student has enough energy to be successful. Make sure to drop by regularly and grab some food through weekly assigned
SHS strives to provide all students with access to quality healthcare. Services provided range from urgent care, x-rays, vaccines, and mental health care to ultimately ensure that students are developing and maintaining healthy, safe lifestyles.
THE HUB With the rush of college life, sometimes it’s hard to keep track of your basic needs. Between housing, food, and finances, basic needs are super important to being successful. The Hub is a space made to ensure students have these essentials! Collaborating with both on and off campus partners, the Hub helps students ensure they meet their day-to-day needs with resources such as the weekend grocery shuttle.
TRITON FOOD PANTRY
free points!
UCSD RECREATION Want to get into climbing? Join an inner tube water polo team? Go kayaking by moonlight? UCSD Recreation offers you opportunities to move your body, learn a new skill, and have some fun. Along with their many free facilities on campus, there are a wide variety of classes they offer, teams you can join or create, and chances to go on recreation trips!
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COUNSELING & PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES College can be difficult, and sometimes it’s hard to know who to turn to in moments when you might feel alone. Here at UCSD, we have CAPS to help! You can always contact CAPS whether it be stress, anxiety, personal or family struggles, depression, identity issues, or just generally any time you feel like you just need to talk to a professional. There is no stigma when it comes to your personal wellbeing, so if you need to talk and let it out, CAPS is the place to go.
APIMEDA COMMUNITY FORUM Each quarter, our CAPS staff partners with APIMEDA Programs and Services to host Community Forums. These are informal drop-in groups designed for APIMEDA students or a subset of the population to gather in community and discuss topics relevant to their experiences. Topics vary by week, or the topic will depend on what the people who attend want to talk about this week. Drop in, join the community, and share conversations with others who might be having similar experiences. Check out the APIMEDA Programs and Services e-news for dates and locations.
DR. LOUIE LIMAS The APIMEDA Liasion works directly with APIMEDA Programs & Services to host community forums and gatherings to provide students with the support they need.
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“I am here to not only provide students with mental health services but to also be a figure that students can relate to on both a professional or personal level. I think it is important for students to see staff who are from a shared identity (e.g., first gen, biracial).”
CARE AT SARC CARE at SARC is a free, confidential resource for students, staff or faculty who are survivors or those supporting survivors that have been impacted by issues such as sexual assault, relationship violence and stalking. The office, which is located on the 5th Floor of the Student Services Center in Suite 500, specializes in two main functions: prevention education and support services. They are on-call after hours and on weekends for crisis support.
#selfCARE STRATEGIES
distraction grounding emotional self-love thought challenge release EXAMPLES EXAMPLES EXAMPLES absorb your mind in something else
get out of your head and tap into your physical senses
become your own best friend
give yourself space to let it all out
PLAY
SIGHT
VIDEO
GAMES
READ
&LEARN
EXAMPLES POP A FEW BALLOONS
TOUCH
SMELL
TASTE
HEARING
MAKE STUFF &GET
CREATIVE
WATCH A
MOVIE / SHOW
CRY IT OUT
SURROUNDINGS
TALK TO A FRIEND
SPLASH YOURSELF WITH
LIST PROS
PAPERS
TEMPERATURE
SIP ON A
MAKE A TO-DO
CRUMPLE
NOTICE THE
LISTEN
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SCREAM &SHOUT
FOCUS ON YOUR
SING
& DANCE LOUDLY
HOT/COLD DRINK
TRY OUT
BOXING
COLD WATER
PRACTICE GUIDED
VISUALIZATION
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• for short term relief • break from heart & mind • gets you through crisis
• reduces physicality of anxiety and strong emotions • slows disassociation
CONS
CONS
• doesn’t address underlying issues • unsustainable strategy for long periods of time
(feeling numb, floaty, disconnected)
• sometimes it’s best to stay a bit disassociated
GO OUTDOORS &
GET ACTIVE
PROS
• best for anger & fear • releases pressure and overwhelming emotion
CONS
EXAMPLES
FORGIVE YOURSELF
• difficult to do for every life situation • not sustsainable for long periods of time
WRITE DOWN ALL YOUR NEGATIVE
THOUGHTS
TAKE A REFRESHING SHOWER
ORDER TAKE-OUT
IMAGINE THEY WERE WRITTEN BY SOMEONE
YOU CARED FOR
QUIET YOUR INNER CRITIC
MIND & LIFE
HOW WOULD YOU FEELOR REACT? WHAT WOULD YOU SAY TO THEM?
TREAT YOURSELF
PROS
CONS
• very difficult to achieve • may at times feel superficial
EXAMPLES
VOLUNTEER CONNECT WITH FRIENDS&FAMILY
SEE THE WORLD
PRAY RANDOM ACTS OF
KINDNESS SHARE PEACE
DECLUTTER YOUR
• build an inner support system • self-compassion leads to an increased resilience and decreased stress.
tap into what nurtures your soul
& JOIN A CAUSE
IT’S OKAY TO
SAY NO
LAUGH &
CLEAN& ORGANIZE
take some time to think about it
life purpose
PROS
• may help shift long-term negative thinking habits • thinking logically can help reduce extreme emotion
CONS
• this is harder to do when facing stronger emotions • difficult to practice when addressing guilt and/or shame
& POSITIVITY
BUILD
CONNECTIONS
PROS
• reminder that everyone is valuable • life-purpose can be found in many different way
CONS
• may get stuck on focusing on saving everyone else • never lose sight of your own importance
For more information on resources, programs, and support services, contact the CARE at the Sexual Assault Resource Center: Student Services Center, 5th Floor, Suite 500 careinfo@ucsd.edu | (858)534-5793 | care.ucsd.edu
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STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES There are a variety of services on campus dedicated towards supporting students with financial guidance, professional development opportunities, academic success regardless of ability, and much more. These services are geared towards assisting students to succeed at UCSD.
FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIP OFFICE
LIVING LEARNING COMMUNITIES
This office aims to provide all students
LLCs are identity themed housing spaces that allow you to get to know and grow with the people you live with. The LLCs are each characterized by housing within the same residence location, share the same co-curricular experiences, access to resources, and engage in activities that reinforce common affinities such as aspects of culture. There are currently the LGBTQIA+, Multi-Cultural, Black Graduate Experience, African Black Diaspora, and Raza LLCs.
with guidance and assistance for financial support. Some examples include loans, applications, work study, and study abroad/ exchange programs. They also host walk-ins for asking quick questions and provide new scholarship information.
TRITON TRANFER HUB The Triton Transfer Hub is a new entity on campus aimed at providing transfer students with access to resources that will help them succeed and feel like a part of the UCSD community. The hub provides study space, networking opportunities, workshops, and a friendly place to socialize.
STUDENT VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER The SVRC is a space on campus for UCSD’s population of students who are affiliated with the military. It is for students to come to gather, study, and meet with campus community members who can specifically serve the student veteran population and ensure they are successful in a university environment.
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OFFICE OF STUDENT WITH DISABILITIES OSD aims to accommodate students who have documented disabilities with personalized support and assistance to help ensure their success at UCSD. They can provide permanent or temporary assistance for physical, mental, academic, and social disabilities in different situations such as classroom or laboratory settings.
ORIGINAL STUDENT CENTER
Student Veterans Resource Center
CAMPUS SAFETY The mission of the UC San Diego Police department is to ensure and maintain a safe campus for students. Some services and programs they offer are safety escorts, residential security, and lost and found. If students ever feel unsafe, blue tower call boxes equipped with cameras and courtesy phones are found in many campus parking lots and outdoor sites that directly connect to campus police.
Some combinations of classes work better TIP together than others. If possible, finding classes for the quarter with subjects that compliment each other can make your courseload more manageable.
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STUDENT LEGAL SERVICES
UNDOCUMENTED STUDENT SERVICES
SLS offers services ranging from counseling, attorney referrals, and workshops. They can assist in civil, criminal, UCSD Conduct Code-related issues, or any other legal problem/concern a student may have. They also host a preventive legal education program to help with legal life skills and empower them to make informed legal decisions.
This center strives to support and protect undocumented students, students from mixed-status families, and these students’ families through legal advice and services. It is a resource that provides undocumented students a sense of community and connection with other undocumented students who can empathize and help each other. Financial Aid & Scholarship Office
Triton Transfer Hub
WONGAVERY LIBRARY
Student Legal Services
STUDENT SERVICES CENTER Undocumented Student Services
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ACADEMIC RESOURCES Part of being a successful college student is learning how to take advantage of all the academic resources here on campus. The Academic Resource Services at UCSD will help you find strategies to work more efficiently and effectively, explore career paths, and combine what you learn in class with your future career.
OASIS The Office of Academic Support and Instructional Services (OASIS) helps students adjust and transition to academic life in college. In addition, they also help students gain confidence in themselves as scholars, developing their leadership ability and cultural competence. Some of the programs OASIS provide are Language Arts Tutorial Services, First-Year Interest Groups, Math & Science Tutorial Program, transition programs for students at various class levels, and enrichment programs for hands-on learning experiences.
SPACES Student Promoted Access Center for Education and Services (SPACES) is a student-run program that aims to increase access and retention of UCSD students. SPACES strives to build leadership and unity among students as well as reach higher education equity. They provide many programs to help students navigate their academics such as access and retention programs targeting students in SPACESaffiliated organizations, overnight programs for high school students, a book-lending program, and many more.
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CAREER CENTER The Career Center is a resource for UCSD students to consult if they have questions about topics such as long term career plans, plans after college, advice about finding jobs and internships, or resume and cover letter help. It also has books and resources such as test prep books, Grad school books, etc. If you need help starting to think about your career, haven’t written a resume or cover letter yet and need guidance, or want to take personality quizzes to find out what interests you, the Career Center is the place to go.
TEACHING + LEARNING COMMONS The Teaching and Learning Commons is a hub at UCSD designed to provide students with ways to apply what they are learning in practical settings. They provide resources on receiving internships, information about research opportunities, and ways to track the learning done in student organizations and volunteer opportunities on their co-curricular record.
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH HUB The Undergraduate Research Hub (URH) provides undergraduate students with opportunities for mentoring, placement into research, and opportunities to interact with faculty. URH designs their programs to encourage undergraduate students to continue their education after receiving their Bachelor's degree.
ACADEMIC INTERNSHIP PROGRAM AIP connects students with opportunities to explore careers, engage with communities, and enrich their education through experiential learning. The Academic Internship Program allows students to integrate academic theory into real world practice, engage in research that explores the relationship between the two, and gain hands-on experience in professional settings.
STUDY ABROAD The Study Abroad Office is a valuable resource on campus for students interested in international scholar programs. The office can provide you with information about many different options for students to study abroad as well as information about financing them.
DIGITAL MEDIA LAB Geisel Library’s DML provides a space for media creation and editing open to all UCSD faculty, staff, and students. It is located in Geisel East Commons on the 2nd floor. Specific capabilities include free 3D printing, video editing (e.g Final Cut, iMovie, Camtasia), image manipulation (e.g Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects), sound editing (e.g. Adobe Audition, Garageband), media-rich website creation (e.g. Dreamweaver, Flash, Filezilla), and basic productivity (e.g. MS Office, web browsers, Adobe Acrobat Pro). The DML is now offering support for app development with Unity, Android Studio, and Steam enabled on all Windows workstations. They also have highly skilled staff who are there to help if you have questions too!
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Your courses might offer podcasts. Check out podcasts.ucsd.edu.
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involvement opportunities UC San Diego offers a wide range of ways to get experience in your field of interest while you interact with their vibrant communities! Here’s a few places you can jump right into getting some first-hand knowledge and gain awesome skills.
GLOBAL TIES
IDEA CENTER
Global TIES gives students an opportunity to apply their skills and co-create sustainable solutions for nonprofits and NGOs. By tackling needs in San Diego and the developing world, students learn the potential effects of their work both on a local and global scale.
The IDEA Engineering Student Center provides engineering students with academic support and social engagement that enhances values of diversity for a global community.
SUSTAINABILITY RESOURCE CENTER
The Basement provides a creative space, mentorship, entrepreneurship programming, and resources to support aspiring innovators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers at UCSD. It brings together students and alumni, ideas and inspiration, earnest ambition, and realworld experience.
The SRC educates students about environmental, social and economic stewardship related to sustainability. They are committed to creating models that balance the relationship between humans and the natural environment so that future generations can fulfill their needs.
TRITON TIP Check out UCSD Handshake to find a job on or off campus. There’s also a career fair held at the beginning of each quarter.
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THE BASEMENT
ENVISION The EnVision Arts and Engineering Maker Studio at UC San Diego is a hands-on, experiential educational facility where visual arts and engineering communities converge. It is here to empower students to think, design, make, tinker, break and build again.
REAL PORTAL The Research Experience and Applied Learning (REAL) Portal helps students discover internships and other hands-on experiential learning opportunities.
What do you think UCSD student organizations have that others don’t? What sets UCSD apart? AN
DREA SHEN PRONOUNS:She/Her/Hers MAJOR:Economics COLLEGE:Roosevelt, 2nd Year Transfer IDENTITIES:2nd generation Chinese American, Agonistic, Acesexual “The students that make up student organizations. The type of interactions you have is going to be unique regardless.”
APSA Access Coordinator
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PRONOUNS:She/Her MAJOR:Media & Communication, Studio Minor COLLEGE:Marshall, 3rd Year IDENTITIES:Vietnamese-Taiwanese American, 2nd generation immigrant, Asian American Artist “I think UCSD has such a diverse and large selection of Student Orgs. Furthermore, the people who run them are very passionate about that subject. They are always welcoming and willing to have people get involved.”
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Sri Lankan Student Association Co-President
PRONOUNS:She/Her/Hers MAJOR:Neurobiology COLLEGE:Roosevelt, 3rd Year IDENTITIES:Sinhalese Sri Lankan, Buddhist, 1st generation “One thing that student organizations at UC San Diego offer is a community or a group of friends/family that has a common interest as you or relate to you in some specific aspect. If it’s a cultural organization, then that group becomes your family that you can relate to with all the food and traditions that culture has to offer and if it’s a professional or hobby related organization, then that group becomes your family that shares the same passion as you and wish to succeed in that passion. It provides a support group that helps you through hard times and provides you advice on how to succeed while also having fun.”
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apimeda student organizations APIMEDA Programs and Services connects with student organizations as affiliates to help support their leadership development and connect with students, staff, and faculty. Student Organizations are an excellent way to build leadership, career skills and a support network all while getting involved at UC San Diego!
APIS FOR THE ARTS & HUMANITIES The promotion and uplifting of API students/scholars/ creatives studying or interested in the Arts and Humanities shall be, with great certainty and hope, at the very heart of APIAH. We aim to bring together identifying API, provide creative outlets, increase the presence of API in higher education, and establish a community where everyone is welcome. May we leave a legacy behind that we are proud of.
studentorg.ucsd.edu/Home/Details/14461
ASIAN PACIFIC-ISLANDER STUDENT ALLIANCE APSA strives to create a space where political, educational, cultural, and social issues can be addressed; to increase awareness about API history and heritage; to unite and represent a common voice and empower ourselves; and to serve as a basis for building bonds and addressing differences between students.
ucsdapsa.weebly.com/
CAMBODIAN STUDENT ORGANIZATION CSA believe that by (1) building and strengthening identification of the Cambodian culture among community, (2) offering academic, social, and moral encouragement and (3) developing social networks that will assist us in college and in our lives thereafter, we will have established rare relationships and support systems based on common principles and values with fellow members who share common interests.
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facebook.com/CSAUCSD1/
HMONG STUDENT ASSOCIATION The Hmong Student Association at UCSD is a cultural organization that unifies Hmong college students to promote and increase awareness about the Hmong culture/identity among the UC San Diego students, staff, and community. In addition, we foster and support the retention of Hmong students in higher education at all levels surrounding UC San Diego.
KAIBIGANG PILIPIN@ KP exists to educate the UCSD community about the many aspects of Pilipin@ culture, as well as to support Pilipin@ students, to strive for equality for all Pilipin@ people, for underrepresented and underserved communities, and to foster a social, political, academic, cultural, and empowering space. studentorg.ucsd.edu/Home/Details/14727
facebook.com/HSAUCSD
KOREAN AMERICAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION KASA prides itself on celebrating Korean culture through social interaction and empowering the Korean American voice on campus by means of cultural, political, and social events. Members of all backgrounds are welcome to join at any time during the academic year. facebook.com/ucsd.kasa/
MIXED STUDENT UNION The Mixed Student Union at UCSD strives to increase and highlight cultural exchange amongst members and campus at large, as well as create a welcoming and inclusive community for people of multicultural identities.
studentorg.ucsd.edu/Home/Details/14612
MUSLIM STUDENT ASSOCIATION MSA strives to develop individuals by means of spiritual, social, and educational avenues through which a foundation based on Islamic principles is instilled. We stand to unite and retain these individuals and nurture a diverse community.
instagram.com/msaucsd
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MULTI ASIAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION MASA is a social-cultural organization dedicated to educating community and showing that Asian-Americans are not one culture but rather a mixture of many diverse cultures. We create a fun, comfortable, stereotype-free environment for individuals to come together and learn about our differences and similarities. facebook.com/MASAUCSD/
MULTI IDENTITY ART COLLECTIVE MIAC is a student run artist organization that offers an open space for folks of all identities and skill levels to cultivate their creative projects. This group aims to grow the artistic community on campus through peer learning, workshops, socials, and fun technical challenges. facebook.com/groups/ucsdmiac/
PACIFIC ISLANDER STUDENT ASSOCIATION PISA’s mission is to provide a sense of community for students who identify as Pacific Islander or wish to be a part of the Pacific Islander community. PISA seeks to promote and perpetuate its mission through education, diversity, love and respect for the Pacific Islander culture.
NIKKEI STUDENT UNION NSU brings together people with a shared interest in Japanese and Japanese American culture, and educates people about Japanese and Japanese American culture, history and issues that exist on campus. ucsdnsu.weebly.com/
PILIPIN@ UNDERGRAD SOCIETY FOR HEALTH As members of the Pilipino Undergraduate Society for Health (PUSH), we believe in the academic empowerment of Pilipino(a) American students. We are leaders of the Pilipino community who strive to be an active presence through service, who establish networking opportunities and collaborations, and who promote education and awareness of health issues in order to productively direct ourselves towards future goals in health professions.
facebook.com/groups/pushucsd/
instagram.com/ucsdpisa/
QUEER AND TRANS* PEOPLE OF COLOR QTPOC's purpose on campus is to create a space for queer and trans students of color where we can find community with one another and learn more about the intersections of other's identities, and more about ourselves. facebook.com/qtpocucsd
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SOCIETY OF ASIAN SCIENTISTS AND ENGINEERS SASE is a pre-professional organization devoted to promoting professional development and preparing undergraduates for their future. Whether you already have a goal in mind or are still deciding how to map out your future career, we want to provide you with the necessary resources to do so.
ucsdsase.weebly.com/
SRI LANKAN STUDENTS' ASSOCIATION We hope to gather the Sri Lankan student community and those interested in the country of Sri Lanka within UC San Diego. The Sri Lankan Students Association aims to promote Sri Lankan culture and showcase Sri Lankan traditions through several mediums. facebook.com/groups/SriLankanStudentAssociation
ADDITIONAL GROUPS Center for Student Involvement provides resources and opportunities to assist student organizations, events, Greek Life, and select communicaiton and leadership programs to help enrich student involvement and growth. Get involved by searching Facebook for groups or check out this list: studentorg.ucsd.edu
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Armenian Student Association Asayake Taiko Chinese American Student Association Coalition for Critical Asian American Studies Da Real Punjabiz Kamalayan Kollective Lebanese Social Club Malaysians in America at UCSD Medics in Armenia Pakistani Student Association San Diego Indonesian Association Sangam Singapore Students Association Students for Justice in Palestine
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Taiwanese American Student Association Thai Student Union Turkish Student Association Vietnamese Student Association
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Ask an upperclass student or your college TIP academic advising office about resources. Your peers and your academic advisors are a wealth of information about things outside of classes.
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What are some challenges you would like to share with us and how you overcame them? PRONOUNS:She/Her MAJOR:Human Biology, Global Health & Chinese Studies Double Minor COLLEGE:Roosevelt, 3rd Year IDENTITIES:Asian American Transracial & Transnational Adoptee “My greatest challenge has been managing my stress and feeling like I am not enough. I don’t think that anyone ever overcomes this completely; however, I have started to get some perspective through thinking about the things that make me happy and trying to do them.”
VC External of APSA
ID SONG DAV PRONOUNS:He/Him/His MAJOR:Computer Science COLLEGE:Muir, 4th Year IDENTITIES:Korean Mexican American, 1st generation college student “Starting out in computer science was really arduous without substantial programming experience, and I often got behind on projects in my first year. However, by constant immersion, practice, asking for help, and becoming a tutor, I’ve gotten much better at communicating and problem solving.”
Mixed Student Union VP of External Affairs
A B AL A SA A VY R S
Outreach Chair, Previously PR chair at WIC, Head Tutor for CSE 15L, EIC, Previously Photographer at TREND
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PRONOUNS:She/Her/Hers MAJOR:Computer Science/Design COLLEGE:Roosevelt, 4th Year IDENTITIES:Indian-American, Female “Once I moved into an apartment sophomore year, I began embracing Desi/Indian culture by cooking dishes my mom made back home. However, not having as strong of a Desi community here was difficult for me as I navigated wanting to watch movies in a foreign language, eating vegetarian dishes, and cooking with Indian spices at my apartment. I channeled these and other experiences growing up as an Indian-American into a photoshoot and article I wrote for a student organization, TREND Magazine, and was overwhelmed with the support by members of the Desi community at UCSD who let me know I was not alone.”
AAPI STUDIES PROGRAM After decades of activism, most recently by the Coalition for Critical Asian American Studies, the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Studies Program started in Fall 2020. The Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Studies minor centers the study of race, power, and inequality in contemporary Asian American and Pacific Islander life. This Program, housed in the Institute of Arts and Humanities, hosts events on Asian American and Pacific Islander issues and joint events with APIMEDA Programs and Services and other groups to help connect students, staff and faculty. Most importantly, undergraduate students can minor in AAPI Studies! You can find the requirements and list of approved courses on their website here: aapi.ucsd.edu/.
PROJECT GROW After the AAPI Studies Program started in Fall 2020, there was a desire to document the efforts and activism that lead to the start of AAPI Studies at UC San Diego. Both undergraduate and graduate students work to identify documents from the history, build a timeline of events, and collect oral histories from people involved in the movements at different times. Students involved have built a supportive community, and gain research and archival experience. You can learn more about Project GROW here: knit.ucsd.edu/grow/. If you have questions or would like to get involved, please contact Windi Sasaki from APIMEDA Programs and Services or the Program Director of the AAPI Studies Program.
“The AAPI studies program allowed me to take classes that informed me to and help me claim the rich shared history among the AAPI populations and be represented / see myself academically through coursework and faculty.”
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FRAN BAUTISTA PRONOUNS:They/She MAJORS:Global Health, Critical Gender Studies MINORS:AAPI Studies, Human Rights & Migration Studies IDENTITIES:Filipin@ American, Nonbinary/ Demigirl, Pansexual, 1st generation college graduate
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GRADuate RESOURCES Being a successful graduate student means you’ll want to take advantage of resources too! Graduate students can utilize most of the resources listed so far, but these are resources that have a specific focus for graduate students that we wanted to spotlight. These are also open to undergraduates, so be sure to check them out either way!
CAREER NIGHTS Sponsored by grAdvantage and the Graduate and Professional Student Association (GPSA), these events expose students to UCSD alums to showcase a variety of career opportunities. There are usually speakers and Q&A, with a social component to mingle for a mix of professional and social experience.
WRITING HUB
NATIONAL CENTER FOR FACULTY DEVELOPMENT AND DIVERSITY The NCFDD offers professional development, training, and a mentoring community for graduate student. You automatically get a free membership by being affiliated with UCSD!
ENGAGED TEACHING HUB
Also underneath the Teaching + Learning Commons umbrella, the Writing Hub offers consultations for graduate students led by other graduate students. This is a great opportunity to workshop your thesis/ dissertations, course papers, possible publications, grant applications, teaching statements, and more!
As a part of the Teaching + Learning Commons, the ETH offers resources, workshops, and consultations for tutors, teaching assistants, and instructors to support your teaching practices and pedagogical development. Graduate students can also take advantage of the Introduction to College Teaching course and the Summer Graduate Teaching Scholars program.
DOREEN HSU Research Apprenticeship Supervisor, Graduate Writing Consultant, Graduate Researcher
PRONOUNS:She/Her/Hers GRADUATE PROGRAM: Sociology (PhD), 5th Year
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“I am a longtime fan of the Writing Hub and always encourage students to check out the services - talking with another student about writing can be more helpful than you think!”
What helped foster a sense of community for you at UCSD? WANG AMY
PRONOUNS:She/Her/Hers GRADUATE PROGRAM: Education Studies, 4th Year IDENTITIES:Chinese American “Attending events regularly and seeing the same faces around campus.”
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PRONOUNS:She/Her MAJOR:Computer Science, Potential Linguistics Minor COLLEGE:Sixth, 3rd Year IDENTITIES:Female, STEM major “APSA, making friends with people in my major and suffering through programming assignments together, and training with a group to run a half-marathon are what helped foster a sense of community for me at UCSD.”
APSA Vice Chair of Internal Affairs
IAN WONG VIV
Summer Bridge Peer Mxntor
PRONOUNS:She/Her/Hers MAJOR:Human Biology, Human Developmental Sciences Minor COLLEGE:Marshall, 3rd Year IDENTITIES:1st generation “Summer Bridge was the first program that I took part in at UCSD and even now as a 3rd year I still find myself wanting to continue being involved with SB and OASIS. I was able to meet people coming from all sorts of background while still sharing similar goals, ambitions, and hobbies. I have met some of the best mxntors and some of my closest friends through the program and they have become one of my main support systems on campus.”
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POMODORO TIMER This is a study technique that breaks down your work into timed intervals (usually 25 minutes) followed by a short break. We’ve found this method to be helpful for students in keeping focused and balanced.
HOW IT WORKS
STEP 3 Do task until the timer goes off. STEP 2 Set a 25-minute timer.
STEP 1 Decide on a task.
STEP 5 Enjoy a 25-30 minute break after 4 pomodoros.
STEP 4 Enjoy a 5 minute break.
popular study Tools & PLACES NOTION Notion is an all-in-one customizable workspace that can be used to keep track of your tasks, course notes, meeting notes, and all other things you may need to stay organized in school. You can also create custom databases to track your favorite recipes, books, shows, and more! Students get a free premium membership with their UCSD email.
TODOIST A simple to do list application that includes filters, tags, and reminders. There is both a free and premium option.
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TRITON TIP “Yogurtworld, and the eighth floor of Geisel library are nice homework spots! On the second floor of the Geisel Library, there are portable chargers that you can borrow while in the library for your pluggable devices. There is a coffee cart outside of Mandeville called the Art of Espresso that is really nice, with an outside space to sit at.”
KELLY CALLEJO
THE LOFT Located on the 2nd floor of PC, the Loft sets a chill backdrop with lots of space to do work. This space mainly serves food and drinks and has events at night, but during the day you can chow down while you study!
TREEHOUSE LOUNGE The treehouse lounge above the General Store is a sunny spot where you can access printers, computers, comfy couches. On top of that, being in the middle of the Old Student Center makes it the perfect place if you want to take a break and visit one of the many nearby co-ops!
MIDDLE OF MUIR MOM is a cute coffee shop that offers couches, tables computers, printers, and the MOM&POP Shop. Bringing the quintessential coffee shop experience to UCSD, Muir woods is the energetic heart of campus that exudes positive vibes while you study.
WONGAVERY LIBRARY WongAvery lies hidden on the opposite side of Library Walk from Geisel. It is another large study space with multiple layouts, computer stations, study rooms, and more. If you want a silent space to get into the grind, this the perfect place to go.
GEISEL Geisel UCSD’s main library has multiple floors and layouts for groups and individuals. There are computer stations, study rooms, and printing machines for your access. You can also rent chargers, reserve available course books, and much more!
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Why were you drawn toward your current major? LAN PHAM HA PRONOUNS:She/Her/Hers MAJOR:Human Biology COLLEGE:Sixth, 3rd Year IDENTITIES:Asian American, Leader, Ambitious “I’ve always been interested in how the world works around us. Being able to see not only how our own systems work to keep us functional and alive, then connecting it to the rest of the world through physics or chemistry has really motivated me to try and learn more and pursue a major that gets a taste of everything all in one.”
OASIS Tutor
IRA NOEUV AM PRONOUNS:She/Her/Hers GRADUATE PROGRAM: Ethnic Studies, 3rd Year “Ethnic Studies allowed me to critique my training and educational background in psychology and international affairs. I felt represented in the work and faculty members that made up the department and felt that their perspectives would benefit the direction of my research.”
ARBONE SS C LL O J PRONOUNS:They/Them MAJOR:Developmental Psychology COLLEGE:Marshall, 4th Year IDENTITIES:Nonbinary, Queer, Neurodivergent “I was drawn towards Developmental Psychology because I knew I wanted to make a difference in childrens’ lives in the future, and have always wanted to learn more about how to better provide for future generations. I know I want a future in teaching or counseling, but figured this would be a good basis of information on how properly approach and interact.” QTPOC Board Member & Access Coordinator
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TRANSPORTATION TIPS UC San Diego provides a variety of transportation services and resources to facilitate access to campus and medical centers. This includes access to public transportation MTS buses, campus wide shuttle loops, and carpooling incentive based programs. Transportation services also handles on campus parking permit sales and citation appeals.
RIDER TIPS
ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS
U-Pass provides students unlimited rides on all regional MTS and NCTD mass transit bus and trolley/light rail routes. Check it out here: u-pass.ucsd.edu
Zipcar can be useful if you already have a license. You can apply online and rent a car by the hour. There are many Zipcar locations all over campus. Students can get a discount at: transportation.ucsd.edu/campus/car-sharing.html
Download the PRONTO app and create an account using your UCSD email to access your U-PASS included in your student fees.
UCSD has teamed up with Lyft to provide you with free ride credit during certain times: blink.ucsd.edu/travel/ partners/lyft/index.html
You should have your pass under the “Use” section. When it is loaded there should be a QR code that you will scan each time you board the bus.
If you find yourself without a ride between the hours of 11:30PM - 6AM, check out Triton Rides, a free shuttle service for students and faculty seven days a week. Call (858) 5349255 to request a ride.
Some MTS buses and Campus Shuttle Loop run in both directions. Always be mindful of which direction you’re going while riding the bus. Don’t get passed by the bus! Download the transit app and keep track of when buses are coming.
The Holiday Airport Shuttle provides students transportation between Rupertus Lane and the San Diego International Airport during Thanksgiving, winter, and spring breaks. Make reservations in advance as seats are limited.
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What experience have you had outside of classes (internships, community service, etc.) and what did you learn from that time? DA N
I MAGAT PRONOUNS:They/Them MAJOR:Art History & Education, Business Minor COLLEGE:Sixth, 4th Year IDENTITIES:1st generation college student, Nonbinary, Artist “I have been an RA for Sixth college for the past 2 years! It has taught me a lot about building community, as well as programming and administrative skills.”
Kaibigang Pilipin@ Chair
PRONOUNS:She/Her/她 MAJOR:Psychology, Computer Science & Economics Minors COLLEGE:Revelle, 4th Year IDENTITIES:Multiracial (Chinese/German), LGBTQ+, Female-identifying
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“I’m interning right now at the Hall of Justice downtown and I’ve learned a lot about how the court system affects minorities and how barriers in the legal field prevent people from getting the help that they need. I also sing professionally, and it’s helped me grow as a musician as well as expand my friend circle to people of different backgrounds.”
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Revelle Orientation Leader
Co-President of PISA
PRONOUNS:She/They MAJOR:International Studies Program in Philosphy & Environmental Systems and Policies COLLEGE:Marshall, 3rd Year Transfer IDENTITIES: 1st generation college student, Afro-indigenous, Native Hawaiian, Filipino, Neurodivergent “I take part in PISA, SPACES for work, local USAS 94 org on campus, Mutual Aid at UCSD, USAS national organization, as well as protesting and organizing off campus. They have all taught me about the importance of outreach and equity to multiple communities in the US and abroad. Additionally, I have learned communication tactics as well as holding teach ins for those wanting to learn about topics each org is tackling at the time.”
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APIMEDA STAFF HIGHLIGHTS Our staff have tons of responsibilities across every field imaginable. Because of this, they know just how to help students navigate the campus, connect to future careers or mentors, provide support, and make our campus feel a little bit more like home. Some are even alumni with firsthand UCSD experience! The APIMEDA staff listed here have volunteered to share their contact information because they want to better support students seeking other folks in their community. Feel free to reach out at any time, they look forward to meeting you!
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Alexandra Vargas
Alyssa Patricio
Humanities Program Coordinator Revelle College Filipino she/her/hers amv019@ucsd.edu
Senior Academic Advisor John Muir College 1st generation college graduate, Filipina American she/her/hers apatricio@ucsd.edu
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Angeline Villanueva Yang
Director of STARS Graduate Division Pilipina American, 1st Generation College Graduate, Daughter of Immigrants she/her/hers avyang@ucsd.edu
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Arnel Tan
Academic Counselor Revelle Academic Advising 1st generation college graduate, Korean/ Filipino/Chinese he/him/his art004@ucsd.edu
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Andrea Laserna
Program Manager Science & Sustainability UC San Diego Extension 1st generation college graduate, Filipina-American, daughter of immigrants she/her/hers alaserna@ucsd.edu
Brandon Chulaluxsiriboon Work Life Specialist Human Resources Thai, Chinese, American, brother, son, partner, friend he/him/his bchulalu@ucsd.edu
Andrew Hua
Interim Director Case Management Services Chinese/Vietnamese; Heterosexual, Spiritually Connected to Buddhism he/him/his ahua@ucsd.edu
ASK FOR HELP AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ALL THE RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO YOU. ASK PROFESSIONALS TO GET YOU CONNECTED ON CAMPUS.
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“ Brian Crie
Brianne Wada
APIMEDA Programs & Operations Coordinator APIMEDA Programs and Services Chinese, Vietnamese, mixed race, 1st generation college grad he/him/his, they/them/theirs bcrie@ucsd.edu
Associate Director, Employer Engagement Rady School of Management Hapa (Japanese American & White), 1st generation college student, Mom she/her/hers bwada@ucsd.edu
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Christine Liou
The Basement Program Coordinator The Basement Taiwanese-American, Female she/her/hers clliou@ucsd.edu
Cindy Hsu
Senior Academic Advisor John Muir College Taiwanese-American. Fluent in 4 languages (English, Taiwanese, Mandarin, and Spanish) she/her/hers cihsu@ucsd.edu
KNOW THYSELF AND MOVE WITH INTEGRITY AND (WHEN POSSIBLE) WITH THE END IN MIND.
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Cyrus Steele
Senior Academic Advisor Seventh College Filipino - American he/him/his rcsteele@ucsd.edu
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Doug Easterly
Dean of Academic Advising John Muir College Japanese American/Nikkei, nisei, hapa he/him/his douge@ucsd.edu
Cari Ann Urabe
Associate Dean of Student Affairs, Director of Residence Life Seventh College Japanese American, Queer, from Hawaii she/her/hers curabe@ucsd.edu
Dalia Alshamas
Immigration Advisor International Faculty and Scholars Office 1st generation Middle Easterner, 1st generation college graduate she/her/hers dalshamas@ucsd.edu
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Eddie L. Paje
Assistant Director, TRIO Student Support Services Program OASIS Mixed Race Pacific Islander he/his/him epaje@ucsd.edu
eeman agrama minert
Human Resources Egyptian, Bay-Area native, Artist, mother she/her eeman@ucsd.edu
Emily J. Gonzales
Assistant Dean of Academic Advising Thurgood Marshall College Catholic, Filipina-American, 2nd generation college graduate she/her/hers emjgonzales@ucsd.edu
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Emily Loui
Emmeline Domingo
Program Coordinator Center for Student Involvement Daughter of immigrant parents, Chinese-American, Swimmer she/her/hers eloui@ucsd.edu
Supervisor, Academic Resource Communities OASIS Filipinx, Ilocana, 1st Generation College & Grad School Graduate she/her/hers/siya edomingo@ucsd.edu
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Ethel Regis Lu
Frida Pineda Alvear
Graduate Advisor Cognitive Science Filipina American / 1st Generation / Immigrant she/her/hers erlu@ucsd.edu
Associate Director, Communication & Leadership and Community Service Center for Student Involvement Pinay, 1st Generation College Grad, San Diego born & raised she/her/hers falvear@ucsd.edu
Essma Eweida
Project Manager School of Global Policy and Strategy Palestinian-Muslim-American she/her/hers eeweida@ucsd.edu
Gennie Miranda
Director of Operations IDEA Engineering Student Center Filipina American, Australian, mother of two, and eternal believer of the goodness in people she/her/hers gbmiranda@ucsd.edu
EMBRACE YOUR BACKGROUND AND BE PROUD OF YOUR OTHERNESS.
Gloria Aquino
Academic Counselor Eleanor Roosevelt College 1st generation she/her/hers gaquino@ucsd.edu
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Grace Bagunu
Assistant Dean of Student Affairs Revelle College Filipinx American gbagunu@ucsd.edu
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Helen Han
Senior Associate Director Career Center Korean American she/her hehan@ucsd.edu
Hemlata Jhaveri
Executive Director Housing Dining Hospitality Asian Indian she/her/hers hjhaveri@ucsd.edu
James Her
Information Systems Analyst Information Technology Services 1st generation college graduate he/him/his jamesh@ucsd.edu
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Jennifer Oh
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Jerry Pang
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Joe Fejeran
John Jacinto Duca
Director, Postdoctoral and Research Scholars Research Affairs Korean-American, 1st generation, middle child she/her/hers jmoh@ucsd.edu
Program Coordinator, Academic Advisor School of Global Policy and Strategy Chinese American, 1st Generation, Gay he/his/him jtpang@ucsd.edu
Senior New Student Programs Specialist Earl Warren College CHamoru, Gay, Transfer Student he/him/his jfejeran@ucsd.edu
Director of Development, Diversity Initiatives Advancement Filipino-American he/him/his jduca@ucsd.edu
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John Weng
Joje Marie Reyes-Alonzo
Joseph Allen Ruanto-Ramirez
Assistant Director, A.S. Administration Associated Students 1st generation, Taiwanese American he/him/his joweng@ucsd.edu
Kara Bayani
Operations and Program Analyst Earl Warren College Japanese American; Born and raised in Hawai’i she/her/hers kbayani@ucsd.edu
Critical Gender Studies Program Coordinator, Academic Advisor Critical Gender Studies Program 1st generation Filipina-American, daughter of immigrants she/her/hers, they/theirs/them cgs@ucsd.edu
Katie Linh Pham
Associate Director of Career Development & Industry Engagement Career Center Vietnamese-American, 1st Generation, Immigrant she/her/hers klpham@ucsd.edu
SPACES Access Programs Advisor Student Promoted Access Center for Education & Service Katutubo (indigenous, tribal member from the Philippines), queer, scholar-activist they/them/theirs jaruantoramirez@ucsd.edu
IN ALL THAT YOU ARE INVOLVED WITH, WHETHER THAT BE PARTTIME, VOLUNTEER, INTERNSHIP, OR STUDENT CLUB, TRACK ANY DATA! KEEP RECORD OF ANY NUMBERS TO SHOW IMPACT!
Julie Nguyen
Eleanor Roosevelt College Senior Academic Counselor Eleanor Roosevelt College Academic Advising Vietnamese American, 1st Generation College Graduation, Daughter of Immigrants she/her/hers jtn111@ucsd.edu
Kelsey Darvin
Graduate Admissions Credential Evaluator Graduate Division Filipina American, San Diego Native, Daughter of Immigrants she/her/hers kadarvin@ucsd.edu
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Kimberly (Shintaku) Kruse Fund Manager Supervisor Research Service Core 4th Generation Japanese American she/her/hers kmkruse@ucsd.edu
Ling-chih Kao
Program Coordinator Analytical Writing Program Born and raised in Taiwan, bilingual, 1st generation college grad she/her/hers l3kao@ucsd.edu
Malia Mahi
General Manager Housing Dining Hospitality she/her/hers mmahi@ucsd.edu
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Kritin Karkare
Bioinformatics Staff Research Associate Undergraduate Biology Teaching Labs Thai/Indian American, Transgender, Child of Immigrants, Writer, Musician she/her/hers, they/theirs/them kkarkare@ucsd.edu
Lorna Hirae-Reese
Kumi Obayashi-Ward
Program Coodinator, Academic Advisor Japanese Studies Program Born and raised in Japan, Bilingual she/her/hers kobayashiward@ucsd.edu
Louie Limas
Kyung J. Brown
Graduate Academic Advisor Structural Engineering Student Affairs Korean American, 1st Generation Female College Grad, Nondenominational Christian, Mother of 2, Raised in Pennsylvania she/her/hers kjb002@ucsd.edu
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Senior Academic Counselor/ International Programs Specialist Eleanor Roosevelt College 1st Generation College Graduate, American-Japanese Descent Born and Raised in Hawaii she/her/hers lhirae@ucsd.edu
Staff Psychologist Counseling and Psychological Services Filipino, Mexican, 1st Generation college student he/him/his ellimas@ucsd.edu
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Margaret M. Rattanachane
Maribel (Bel) Geronimo
Mary Wong
Executive Assistant to the Chair Department of Medicine Laotian, 1st Generation, Sacramento she/her/hers mrattana@ucsd.edu
Summer Bridge Assistant Coordinator OASIS Pinay, Daughter of Immigrants, 1st Generation College Graduate she/her/hers m1geroni@ucsd.edu
Sourcing and Partnerships Manager Integrated Procure-to-Pay Solutions Chinese-American, 1st Generation College Graduate, Daughter of Immigrants she/her/hers mawong@ucsd.edu
Michael Ujigawa Salas
General Manager, Graduate, Faculty & Staff Housing Housing Dining & Hospitality 1st generation college graduate, Chamorro & Japanese musalas@ucsd.edu
Michelle Tillman
Employer Relations Manager, Career Management Center Rady School of Management 1st Generation college grad, Filipino-American, daughter of immigrants she/her/shiya matillman@ucsd.edu
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Misty E. Cervantes Nguyen Business Officer School of Global Policy & Strategy Multi-cultural, bilingual, mother of 3 she/her/hers menguyen@ucsd.edu
Mona Hassoun
Project Manager Qualcomm Institute Palestinian, BA in Computer Science, IT and Programming she/her/hers mhassoun@eng.ucsd.edu
BE THE PERSON YOU NEEDED THE MOST WHEN YOU WERE LITTLE.
Minhtuyen Mai
Code.org Regional Partnership Manager and Research Practice Partnership Designer CREATE Vietnamese American, from Milwaukee, WI, & 1st generation college graduate she/her/hers mlmai@ucsd.edu
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Natalie Wolfe
Pa Chia Vue
Business Operations Manager Economics Female, Chinese-American she/her/hers nwolfe@ucsd.edu
UG Student Accounts Manager Housing Dining & Hospitality Hmong, 1st Generation College Graduate, Woman she/her/hers pachia@ucsd.edu
ALUMNI
Patty Lyczkowski
Assistant Director for Residence Life Seventh College Residence Life Filipina-American, Multi-Racial, Woman, 1st Generation American College Graduate she/her/hers patty@ucsd.edu
Priscilla “PJ” Ju
Assistant Dean of Students Affairs Student Affairs at Sixth College Taiwanese-American, 1st generation U.S. Citizen, woman she/her/hers pju@ucsd.edu
Regine Reyes
SPACES Retention Programs Advisor Student Promoted Access Center for Education and Service queer pinay, 1.5 generation immigrant, 1st generation college graduate she/her/hers, they/them/theirs rdreyes@ucsd.edu
Rey Guerrero
Associate Dean of Student Affairs and Director of Residence Life Eleanor Roosevelt College and International House 1st generation college student; 2nd generation FilipinoAmerican; gay POC; raised Catholic he/him/his rsguerrero@ucsd.edu
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Rina Schul
Clinical psychologist Counseling and Psychological Services Israeli, White, Woman she/her/hers rschul@ucsd.edu
Ronald Reyes
Associate Director, Career Development Career Center Filipino American he/him/his r1reyes@ucsd.edu
ACCEPTING REJECTION AND FAILURE, IS A PART OF BUILDING RESILIENCE AND LEARNING THE SKILLS NEEDED TO BE SUCCESSFUL.
Roxanne Farkas
Career Service Manager/ Career Coach UC San Diego Extension Filipina/American,1st Generation she/her/hers rfarkas@ucsd.edu
ALUMNI
Sandra C. de Sousa
Student Affairs Manager Structural Engineering Macanese, 1st generation, College Graduate, female STEM graduate she/her/hers sdesousa@ucsd.edu
Sophia Tsai
Research Scholarships Coordinator Academic Enrichment Programs Taiwanese-American, daughter of immigrants she/her/hers stsai@ucsd.edu
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Sarab Aziz
Events Coordinator History Department Syrian/American s3aziz@ucsd.edu
Steffi Huynh
Program and Community Development Coordinator HDH Connect Vietnamese-American, Daughter of Immigrants, 1st Generation Graduate she/her/hers s2huynh@ucsd.edu
Sarah Gallenberg
Assistant Dean of Student Affairs Eleanor Roosevelt College Student Affairs Korean American, adoptee she/her/hers sgallenberg@ucsd.edu
UTILIZE CAMPUS RESOURCES. CONNECT WITH YOUR PEERS, MENTORS, AND COMMUNITY.
Sharon Young
Research Coordinator / Fellowship Coordinator Pediatrics 1st generation Taiwanese American, born in Manila, speaks Mandarin, Taiwanese, Spanish, and English, learning Korean with my youngest daughter. she/her ssyoung@health.ucsd.edu
Tiffany Plengsangtip Donnelley
Fund Manager Materials Science & Engineering Thai-Chinese American, 1st Generation College Graduate she/her/hers tplengsangtip@ucsd.edu
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Tina Gov
Assistant Director Student Success Center Division of Physical Sciences Proud daughter of refugee parents, 1st generation college graduate, Chinese-Cambodian American she/her/hers tgov@ucsd.edu
Tina Mata
Programmer Analyst HDH/ITS Wife, Mother, Filipina she/her/hers tmata@ucsd.edu
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Tracy Cruz
Assistant Dean of Academic Advising Earl Warren College 1st generation, low-income, daughter of immigrant, Filipino/ Caucasian woman, Mom of 2 multiracial kids she/her/hers tlcruz@ucsd.edu
Windi Sasaki
Associate Director APIMEDA Programs and Services 1st generation college graduate, multi-ethnic Asian American woman she/her/hers, they/theirs/them wsasaki@ucsd.edu
HEAR FROM STUDENTS ABOUT HOW THEY CONNECTED WITH STAFF!
GRACE NGUYEN
Co-President of Pre-Speech Language Pathologist Society at UCSD PRONOUNS: She/Her/Hers MAJOR:Cognitive Science COLLEGE:Marshall, 3rd Year IDENTITIES:1st gen, Vietnamese American
“Louie was a great person to talk to regarding mental health. He along with CAPS are resources that I’ll continue using while on campus because they provide a safe space for me to share. The process was easy and sessions are included in tuition. If you’re struggling with mental health don’t be afraid to contact CAPS and schedule appointments with counselors, who knows, you can get assigned to a great therapist like Louie!”
APIMEDA Design & Publications Assistant
VIVIAN YAN
PRONOUNS: She/Her/Hers MAJOR:Computer Science, Design Minor COLLEGE:Marshall, 3rd Year IDENTITIES:1st gen, Taishanese American
“When I started my internship search a few months ago, I didn’t know where to start. I had heard from my supervisor, Windi, that Brianne Wada helped students like myself find a starting point. I was initially scared to reach out to Brianne, but after my conversation with her, I felt so much more prepared. It may be initially daunting to reach out to staff members, but remember they are there to support us and provide us with the tools we need to succeed. So, don’t be afraid! Taking initiative to reach out to them is 100% worth it!”
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APIMEDA faculty HIGHLIGHTS When CCAAS talked about their UCSD experience, they noted a lack of APIMEDA faculty. Faculty includes the university’s researchers and instructors, and it mattered to students to see themselves reflected in the people who teach them. The APIMEDA faculty listed have put out their information so that students can recognize them as well as attend their office hours, classes, or just reach out to meet them!
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Amanda Batarseh
Assistant Professor of Arabic and Comparative Literature Literature Palestinian she/her/hers abatarseh@ucsd.edu
Ameeth Vijay
Amanda Solomon Amorao
Assistant Professor Literature South Asian American he avvijay@ucsd.edu
Director Dimensions of Culture Program pinay, educator, mother she/her/hers alsolomon@ucsd.edu
Christen Sasaki
Assistant Professor Ethnic Studies Japanese American, Asian American she/her/hers csasaki@ucsd.edu
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“ Daniel Lee
Clinical Professor of Medicine Department of Medicine Owen Clinic Chinese, cis-gender, gay male he/him/his dalee@health.ucsd.edu
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Dredge Byung’chu Kang
Assistant Professor Anthropology and Global Health Program; affiliation with Critical Gender Studies, Ethnic Studies, and Transnational Korean Studies 1st generation college graduate, Pell grant recipient, nontraditional student; Korean, queer any pronouns dredgekang@ucsd.edu
DURING OFFICE HOURS, YOU CAN ALWAYS STOP IN TO JUST ASK QUESTIONS OR TALK ABOUT WHAT YOU’VE BEEN THINKING ABOUT.
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Erin Suzuki
Associate Professor Literature Japanese American, 4th generation, raised in Hawai’i she/her/hers esuzuki@ucsd.edu
Hoang Tan Nguyen
Associate Professor Literature 1st generation college grad, queer, Vietnamese American he/him/his, they/theirs/them htn057@ucsd.edu
Hyonny Kim
Professor Structural Engineering Korean American he/his hyonny@ucsd.edu
STAY FOCUSED ON YOUR ACADEMICS WHILE ALSO FINDING AND PURSUING A SET OF HOBBIES/ ACTIVITIES THAT YOU TRULY LOVE AND ENJOY.
James C. Nieh
Professor of Biological Sciences Ecology, Behavior, and Evolution Chinese American, Gay, LGBTQ he/him/his jnieh@ucsd.edu
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Jennifer Chang
Head of Undergraduate Acting Theatre and Dance Chinese - Filipino, 1st generation American she/her/hers j7chang@ucsd.edu
Jody Blanco
Associate Professor Literature Filipino-American he/him jdblanco@ucsd.edu
Jerry Yang
Professor Chemistry and Biochemistry Korean-American he/him/his jerryyang@ucsd.edu
Judy Kim
Associate Professor Chemistry and Biochemistry Korean-American, 1st generation college graduate she/her/hers judyk@ucsd.edu
Jim Lin
Emeritus Math Professor, former Acting Provost of Muir and Sixth College Mathematics Asian American male, 2nd generation Chinese he/him/his jimlin@math.ucsd.edu
Kazim Ali Professor and Chair Department of Literature Muslim, Queer, South Asian/Irani he/him, they/them mkali@ucsd.edu
Jin-kyung Lee
Associate Professor Literature Korean American/ Asian American she/her/hers jinkyung@ucsd.edu
A STUDY OF LITERATURE AND CULTURE CAN ENHANCE ANY SCHOLARLY PURSUIT, PROFESSIONAL FIELD, OR CREATIVE PRACTICE.
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Lianne Urada, PhD
Lilly Irani
Associate Professor Communication Iranian-American she/her/hers, they/theirs/them lirani@ucsd.edu
Assistant Professor Center on Gender Equity and Health, Division of Global Public Health, Department of Medicine 4th generation Japanese American with publication record in community-based research in the Philippines and Mexico lurada@ucsd.edu
Patty Ahn
Paul K. Yu
Professor Electrical and Computer Engineering Chinese American he pyu@ucsd.edu
Assistant Professor in Critical Media Production Department of Communication Korean American, Asian American, queer, non-binary, feminist, activist, scholar, organizer she/they pahn@ucsd.edu
“ Roshanak Kheshti
Associate Professor Ethnic Studies Iranian, queer woman, mother, musician she/her/hers rkheshti@ucsd.edu
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IT DELIGHTS ME WHEN STUDENTS FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS LEARN ABOUT DIFFERENT CULTURES & SEEK TO BROADEN THEIR HORIZONS.
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Luz Marina Chung
Nancy Kwak
Associate Professor History 2nd generation Asian American woman she/her/hers nhkwak@ucsd.edu
Lecturer, Undergraduate Advisor, World Languages Credential Supervisor Department of Education Studies Chinese born Latina, teacher, womyn of color from Ecuador she/hers/her/ella lmchung@ucsd.edu
Prashant Bharadwaj
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TREAT EVERY MEETING LIKE A JOB INTERVIEW.
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Associate Professor Economics he/him/his prbharadwaj@ucsd.edu
Saiba Varma
Assistant Professor Anthropology and Global Health South Asian she/her/hers s2varma@ucsd.edu
Sam Museus
Professor Education Studies indigenous, multiracial,1st generation they/theirs/them smuseus@ucsd.edu
Sanjay R. Mehta
Assistant Professor of Medicine From Ohio he/him/his srmehta@ucsd.edu
Simeon Man
Inaugural Director of Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies Program; Associate Professor of History History, Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies Program queer, immigrant, 1st generation he/him/his siman@ucsd.edu
DINE & COFFEE WITH A PROF
Simerjot Kaur Jassal
VA Primary Care Doctor, UCSD Internal Medicine Residency Program Director, Clinical Professor Internal Medicine, School of Medicine Sikh, Punjabi, 1st generation she/her/hers sjassal@health.ucsd.edu
Stefan Tanaka
Professor Communication Japanese American, Asian American he/his/them stanaka@ucsd.edu
Stanley Lo
Assistant Teaching Professor Cell and Developmental Biology, Biological Sciences 1.5 generation Asian Canadian he/him/his smlo@ucsd.edu
Tom K. Wong
Assistant Professor, Director of U.S. Immigration Policy Center (USIPC) Political Science Asian American tomkwong@ucsd.edu
This program is a great way to meet professors and TAs outside of the classroom. Being able to talk with a professor/TA in a more casual environment means you can make a personal connection with them that can be tough to do
THE APIMEDA LIFEBOOK HAS BEEN PRODUCED WITH SUPPORT FROM:
otherwise. I’d recommend scheduling something with one of the faculty in this book, I’m sure they would be excited to chat! While there isn’t an option for a free meal during COVID, there is a perk you can get from your college, so this is a great resource to use. students.ucsd.edu/ academics/success/dine-with-a-prof.html
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apimeda programs & services
apimeda@ucsd.edu apimeda.ucsd.edu APIMEDAatUCSD apimeda.at.ucsd (858) 822-0525