Photo CreditPhoto by Michael Olagbiyan Humans of UCSF Dreaming of Home Editor’s Note: Students of UCSF highlights the diverse experiences and personal journeys that shape the UCSF community. Share your own story or nominate a colleague by emailing us at synapse@ucsf.edu . November 18, 2025 Lina Lew Student Life
Humans of UCSF: Ben Davis January 22, 2015Hanna Starobinets"Hi everybody. I've brought you gifts for your scientific endeavors." "I've been working here for three years... My favorite lab... Nature
Humans of UCSF: Meredith Bock and Katelyn Dow January 20, 2015Hanna Starobinets"It sounds cheesy, but my favorite part of UCSF has been the classmates, both their accomplishments and humility. It's motivating."... Nature
Humans of UCSF: Jorge Ortiz-Carpena and Francesca Aloisio January 16, 2015Hanna Starobinets"We're in the process of planning recruitment, and it's reminding me a lot of last year--this was me interviewing at... Nature
Humans of UCSF: Matt Cummings January 15, 2015Hanna Starobinets"I have a dream." [collective laughter] "No, my main goal for UCSF is to prioritize communication between students of all... Nature
