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
This Date in UCSF History: Beyond Vietnam May 16, 2023Synapse[Written by Dr. Toan Truong while interning in medicine at UCSF and published in Synapse on May 17, 1990.] The... Opinion
Primary Care May 9, 2023Nina EscuetaOur first visit nearly brings you to tears. I hand you a diabetes diagnosis. One full point too high on... Student Life
Words in the Wind May 9, 2023Olasina Awesoft summer air skies tinted pastel orange the breeze tickles my face Arts & Culture
This Date in UCSF History: May is Lyme Tick Disease Month May 9, 2023Synapse[Originally published on May 9, 2009.] Lyme tick disease is a cruel illness, brought on by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi... Health
When am I? May 2, 2023Gabriela CanalesWhen am I alive? The ink line separating me from my mother Smudged by nature’s thumb Student Life
This Date in UCSF History: Celebrate International Workers Day May 2, 2023Synapse[Originally published in Synapse on May 1, 1975.] A U.S.-made calendar will show that today is Loyalty Day, a time... Social Justice
The Visitor April 25, 2023Sonia TargSorry, you can’t hang your hat here. So please, hold on to your headwear. Student Life
This Date in UCSF History: The Decade of the Environment April 25, 2023Synapse[Originally published on April 22, 1990.] April 22, 1990 is Earth Day, an event promoting global ecological awareness. On that...
Learn Without A Brain? You Bet! April 18, 2023Cindy OwA surprise fire alarm did not stop 10 outstanding UCSF graduate student finalists from competing at the seventh annual UCSF... News