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Best of the Storytelling Contest

Loneliness in the Laboratory

Once upon a time, in the bustling metropolis of Urbanville, there lived a remarkable young man named Mike.
September 26, 2023
Apisit Kaewsanit
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Common Bronzeback

All It Takes is a Walk with Kali: Irular Sunrise Snake Walk Experience

September 19, 2023
Lily Ortiz
On the day of the snake walk, I was up before the sun preparing myself and a bag full of...
Student Life
For rent sign.

This Date in UCSF History: The Housing Crisis

September 19, 2023
Synapse
[Originally published in Synapse on Sept. 16, 1996.] Summer is supposed to be relaxing and free from stress. Quite the...
Student Life
Synapse newsroom staff circa 1955.

Welcome Back!

September 12, 2023
Cindy Ow
Welcome back to Synapse’s 68th year of publication! In the past year, UCSF has slowly moved towards a new normal...
Student Life
Vegetable table.

This Date in UCSF History: Stay Healthy on a Student's Budget

September 12, 2023
Synapse
[Originally published on Sept. 13, 2007.] Student life is hard. Long hours and stressful exams can take a toll on...
Student Life
hands holding

Primary Care

May 9, 2023
Nina Escueta
Our first visit nearly brings you to tears. I hand you a diabetes diagnosis. One full point too high on...
Student Life
Small figure in a desert

When am I?

May 2, 2023
Gabriela Canales
When am I alive? The ink line separating me from my mother Smudged by nature’s thumb
Student Life
Woman sitting on chair

The Visitor

April 25, 2023
Sonia Targ
Sorry, you can’t hang your hat here. So please, hold on to your headwear.
Student Life
Hands holding

Grief

April 18, 2023
Manuella Djomaleu
I stumble into the room, fumbling over sensible greetings
Student Life
Man overlooking San Francisco.

Everything I Ever Hoped For

April 11, 2023
Olasina Awe
Dreams turned to memories; Golden, like pictures in the ocean sunset; It was everything I ever hoped for
Student Life
Pagination
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