Academic

Wednesday, May 25, 2016 - 15:23

Diversity Spotlight: One-on-One with Kaveh Ashrafi

By Francesca Aloisio
Dr. Kaveh Ashrafi started his life under circumstances many might think of as extremely challenging. Separated from his family at an early age because of the political circumstances in his native Iran, Ashrafi lived on his own in a previously unknown country for 18 months when he was just 13 years old.
Monday, March 21, 2016 - 09:05

Diversity Spotlight: One on One with Diane Barber

By Francesca Aloisio

Dr. Diane Barber is an Endowed Professor and Chair in the UCSF Department of Cell and Tissue Biology. Students in a number of graduate programs know Diane as the Director of the BMS260 Cell Biology core course.

Monday, November 30, 2015 - 10:47

Diversity Spotlight: One on One with Dr. Saul Villeda

By Francesca Aloisio
Before I first stumbled into a research laboratory in college, I never imagined that I could or would end up pursuing a career in academic research. During the six years since I was captivated by the life sciences, I have taken an interest in how other researchers like me found themselves in this wonderful and challenging field. Diversity Spotlight is a new quarterly column where I will highlight the journeys of UCSF faculty who come from backgrounds that are traditionally underrepresented in academia.
Thursday, May 28, 2015 - 08:42

UCSF Joins Forces with Dental Students Across the Nation

By Anna Nonaka

“If not you, then who? If not now, then when?”

Thursday, May 14, 2015 - 08:07

Dr. Hiten Madhani Wins 2015 Outstanding Faculty Mentor Award

By Jenny Qi
Each year, the ASGD and GDAA call for students and alumni to nominate faculty who have gone above and beyond their duties as professors, providing academic, professional and personal support and dedication to student mentorship. The Outstanding Faculty Mentor Award is an exceptional opportunity for trainees to express their appreciation for the faculty mentors who have changed their lives. The Associated Students of the Graduate Division (ASGD) and the Graduate Division Alumni Association (GDAA) have selected Dr. Hiten Madhani, MD, PhD, as this year’s Outstanding Faculty Mentorship Awardee.
Thursday, April 30, 2015 - 07:45

Elective Promotes Wellness for Dental Students

By Jean Calvo

This quarter during a Tuesday lunchtime elective course dental students are taking a break from learning to care for patients to focus on caring for themselves!

Wednesday, April 15, 2015 - 15:08

Impressing Future Dentists: UCSF Hosts Undergraduate Impressions Conference

By Andrea Ustarez

One hundred and thirty undergraduates from all over California and even some out of state, came eager to learn about the future of dentistry on February 28 here at UCSF.

Wednesday, April 15, 2015 - 14:46

Medical Students Organize Ultrasound Techniques Conference

By Amalia Potok

On Friday, April 24, Point-of-Care UltraSound (POCUS), invites all UCSF students and faculty to attend a student-led Ultrasound Conference and Exposition in the Millberry Union Conference Center.

Wednesday, April 15, 2015 - 14:42

UCSF Participates in First Lessons in a Lunch Box Oral Health Literacy Program

By Andrea Ustarez

Lessons in a Lunch Box: Healthy Teeth Essentials & Facts About Snacks® is a new oral health literacy program designed to empower children and their families with proper knowledge about routine dental care, oral health maintenance, goo

Soka University Nursing Student Delegation
Thursday, April 2, 2015 - 08:22

UCSF School of Nursing Welcomes Soka University Nursing Student Delegation

By Nhat Bui

Recently, the UCSF School of Nursing(SON) welcomed Nursing Students from Soka University of Japan (SUJ). An opening ceremony featured Dean David Vlahov, RN PhD and Department Chair, Carmen Portillo RN, PhD, FAAN.  Dr.