Humans of UCSF

Wednesday, February 10, 2016 - 11:02

Humans of UCSF: Challenging Lessons

By Emily Yang

“In addition to the challenge of learning how to teach, I went through an identity crisis. I had to go from being a carefree college student to a responsible role model, and I was woefully unprepared.

Friday, February 5, 2016 - 09:34

Humans of UCSF: Dreams Come True

By Arielle Canoza

“I consider myself a very lucky individual because I have the job of my dreams.

Thursday, January 28, 2016 - 09:19

Humans of UCSF: On the Right Path

By Emily Yang

“I had an unconventional path to medicine, a career direction I never considered as recently as five years ago.

Thursday, January 21, 2016 - 09:21

Humans of UCSF: Paving the Way to Success

By Arielle Canoza

“I believe that our life's journey always begins with a choice.

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.