Skincrawl Horror October 3, 2023Drew Despereaux[First place winner of the Synapse Storytelling Contest Fiction category.] I knew something was off when I woke up. I...
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
Candlemaker September 19, 2023Sohini HalderFirst place winner of the Synapse Storytelling Contest for poetry.
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
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
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
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
This Date in UCSF History: Too Many Specialists, Too Little Diversity in Health Professions May 23, 2023Synapse[ Originally published on May 22, 1997.] A report by UCSF researchers released last week says there are too many... Academic