Unfairly Adjudicated: Onward We March October 3, 2023Woodger FaugasWe’re not destined for defeat; thus is the song of our warriors! Proud in our minority skins, such is a... Social Justice
Increasing Access Through Telehealth: A Call to Action October 3, 2023Maggie BrownThe alarm rings: its 5am, and a new day begins But I’ve already been awake from the pain in my... Social Justice
This Date in UCSF History: Plaque Honors Human Rights Hero October 3, 2023Synapse[ Originally published in Synapse on October 2, 1980.] Social Justice
Loneliness in the Laboratory September 26, 2023Apisit KaewsanitOnce upon a time, in the bustling metropolis of Urbanville, there lived a remarkable young man named Mike. Student Life
Brain Science Breakthrough September 26, 2023Nicole KoutsodendrisEvery so often, new scientific discoveries can challenge established principles and change the way we think about the world. Science
This Date in UCSF History: Medical Students Organize for Abortion Access September 26, 2023Synapse[Originally published in Synapse on Sept. 23, 1999.] “Disgusting, isn’t it?” said one of the directors of the national office... Social Justice
All It Takes is a Walk with Kali: Irular Sunrise Snake Walk Experience September 19, 2023Lily OrtizOn the day of the snake walk, I was up before the sun preparing myself and a bag full of... Student Life
Healing Cycles of Institutional Harm with Indigenous Wisdom September 19, 2023Giselle Pérez-AguilarAs a 32-year-old Indigihood femme, several physical injuries and inflammatory conditions have taken toll on my mental and spiritual health. Social Justice
This Date in UCSF History: The Housing Crisis September 19, 2023Synapse[Originally published in Synapse on Sept. 16, 1996.] Summer is supposed to be relaxing and free from stress. Quite the... Student Life
Pushing Back Against Credentialism September 12, 2023Finn BlackThis past year, UCSF’s School of Nursing quietly stopped accepting applicants to the master’s entry program in nursing (MEPN), a... Social Justice
Reflections on the Past — Colorism, Self-Doubt, and Resiliency September 12, 2023Wynton SimsClinton is a small town with around 25,000 people. It is around 53% White and 40% Black, a pretty good... Social Justice
Welcome Back! September 12, 2023Cindy OwWelcome back to Synapse’s 68th year of publication! In the past year, UCSF has slowly moved towards a new normal... Student Life
This Date in UCSF History: Stay Healthy on a Student's Budget September 12, 2023Synapse[Originally published on Sept. 13, 2007.] Student life is hard. Long hours and stressful exams can take a toll on... Student Life
UCSF’s First Zine Fair Opens June 9 June 2, 2023Xiaochen ZhongThe UCSF Intrinsic Value of Art Series (IVAS) invites the UCSF community and the public to the first-ever UCSF Zine...
This Date in UCSF History: Fiery Med Grad Speech Highlights Failings May 30, 2023Synapse[Originally published on June 5, 1980.] Speaking before faculty, jubilant graduates and proud families, Melanie Daumont criticized medical education for... Social Justice