Humans of UCSF

Thursday, January 14, 2016 - 09:55

Humans of UCSF: Perfecting Life Balance

By Emily Yang

I think it can be hard to strike a balance between being ambitious in one's chosen profession, while also being cognizant of tending to other areas of life.

Thursday, December 10, 2015 - 15:57

Tragedy Uncovers True Talent

By Arielle Canoza

"It all started 10 years ago. I was a dental tech, but had to stop when I got into a car accident. I started making jewelry during my time on disability and I made so much I didn't know what to do with it.

Friday, December 4, 2015 - 17:11

Humans of UCSF: One Happy Human

By Emily Yang

"From the day I came to UCSF in 1991 I have been proud and humbled to be part of this institution and so happy to be living in the Bay Area.

Wednesday, November 25, 2015 - 10:58

Humans of UCSF: Perfect Harmony

By Arielle Canoza
I first learned about Vocal Chords, UCSF’s one and only a cappella group, through a co-worker of mine, when I was first hired in 2014 at the Blood Bank. Each of the members have our own unique professional associations with the school, but we are brought together by our love for music and for making music through vocal harmony.
Monday, November 16, 2015 - 10:51

A Festival of Lights

By Emily Yang

"Diwali, or Festival of Lights, is the victory of goodness over all the evil that exists in the world. It symbolizes happiness, prosperity, and light.

Friday, November 6, 2015 - 16:22

Humans of UCSF: Dawn Surratt

By Arielle Canoza

"When I think about growing old in this country, unless you have a really tight family and/or a chosen family, growing old is not pretty.

Friday, October 30, 2015 - 15:53

Humans of UCSF: Superhero!

By Emily Yang
Superman represents hope and the ability to conquer adversity against all odds. Hope plays a significant part throughout our lives. Once you choose hope, anything is possible.
Picture of nursing student, Casey Jones.
Saturday, October 24, 2015 - 08:14

Humans of UCSF: Casey Jones

By Arielle Canoza
"Today I sat at the bedside of a man with advanced ALS and discussed his medical choices for prolonging or ending his life. Later I worked with an Indonesian nurse on his resume as he seeks his first job in the US.
Friday, October 16, 2015 - 19:21

Humans of UCSF: Laura Aguilar

By Emily Yang

"School has always been a privilege for me. I always think about how I want to do my best because I want it to be worth the efforts my family has put forth.

Monday, May 4, 2015 - 15:41

Humans of UCSF: Ava Arshadi

By Hanna Starobinets

“36 years ago, my family escaped Iran in the midst of a revolution that increasingly deprived followers of their religion, the Baha’i Faith, their basic human rights.