Acknowledging Environmental Racism Here in San Diego |
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"Are you nervous to jog in your own neighborhood because you know deep breaths will bring life-shortening toxins into your lungs?
Do screeching train whistles startle you from sleep at 2 a.m.? Do 18-wheelers drive by your bedroom window at 5 a.m. and make your house rumble?
Do your children maneuver around semi-trucks making dangerous turns in front of them on their way to school?
Do you constantly worry about how limited your children’s lung capacity will be when they reach adulthood?
I do. All the time."
Julie Corrales, San Diego Union Tribune - "Barrio Logan has faced environmental racism for decades. We want justice." Read the full story here.
See also "ZIP codes predict health and National City, Barrio Logan, San Ysidro and City Heights residents are at risk" (here) and listen to "Environmental Racism in San Diego" featured on Latino USA (here)
What is environmental racism?
"Environmental racism refers to how minority group neighborhoods—populated primarily by people of color and members of low-socioeconomic backgrounds—are burdened with disproportionate numbers of hazards including toxic waste facilitates, garbage dumps, and other sources of environmental pollutions and foul odors that lower the quality of life. This can lead to different diseases and cancers. Because of this, as the fight with climate change worsens, minority communities will be disproportionally affected," writes Victoria Peña-Parr (click to view full article).
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Barrio Logan sign; credit: OntheGrid - Pinterest
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Chicano Park, Barrio Logan; credit: San Diego Magazine |
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Earth Month Events @ SIO
(organized by the Scripps Sustainability Group)
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Strategies on Energy Use and Waste Reduction for the Next Decade: Current research and efforts by Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego, and the City of San Diego
Tuesday, April 27 & Wednesday, April 28, 10 am-12 pm | Register for one or both days here.
"Rethinking Energy Use to Reduce Carbon Emissions and Air Pollution"
Tuesday, April 27th
Presentations by Bruce Appelgate (Director, Scripps Ship Operations) - “Steps to Convert the Scripps Ship Fleet to Hydrogen Power” and Pascal Polonik (Graduate Student, Scripps Institution of Oceanography) - “From Paris to California: co-benefits of air pollution reduction”
Panel discussion with Michelle Perez (Energy and Sustainability Manager, UCSD), John Dilliott (Director of Utilities & Sustainability, UCSD), and Taylor McKie (GPSA Climate Action and Policy Committee)
"Reducing Waste and Altering Human Behaviors Toward Plastic"
Wednesday, April 28th
Presentations by Dimitri Deheyn (Professor, Scripps Institution of Oceanography) - “Coastal Marine Pollution and Ecotoxicology from Plastics”, Sarah Fischbach (Professor, Pepperdine University) - “Evaluating Human Behaviors Related to Plastic Use”, and Paul Dauenhauer (Professor, University of Minnesota) - “Developing Alternative Materials for Energy Use and Plastic Replacement”
Panel discussion with Tricia Light (GPSA Climate Action and Policy Committee), Jeffrey Summerhays (Sustainability & Zero Waste Manager, UCSD), and Vicki Conlon (Lead, Ocean-Friendly Restaurants Program, Surfrider San Diego)
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Climate Intersections:
Here and Now
Thursday, April 22, 1-2:30pm | Register here.
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Spend Earth Day learning about how climate change disproportionately affects frontline communities from a panel of experts, including Moriah Saldaña (City of San Diego), Carolina Martinez (Environmental Health Coalition), Rachal Hamilton (San Diego 360), Tom Holm (Kumeyaay Heritage Preservation), and Bobby Wallace (Kumeyaay Elder). |
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DEEP Connections
Friday, April 30, 1:00-2:00pm
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DEEP (Deepening Engagement through Existing Pipeline) Connections: Diversity & Science Lecture Series explores the many intersections of diversity and science by highlighting the amazing scientific endeavors of underrepresented and marginalized scholars who are also advocates, actively engaged in advancing equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in the fields of earth, ocean and atmospheric sciences. Featuring Dr. Marshall Shepherd and Dr. Amelia Moore.
Join us for an exciting and informative discussion about their work and their EDI-related efforts.
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Scripps Anti-Racism Reboot - Section 3
Mondays, 12 noon - 1 pm PST
March 29th, April 5th, 12th, 19th
Scripps Anti-Racism Reboot - Section 4
Mondays, 12 noon - 1 pm PST
April 26th, May 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, June 7th
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The Anti-Racism Reboot is part of Scripps Oceanography’s ongoing efforts to provide training and learning opportunities to create a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive community. Curated from the Chancellor's 21-day Anti-Racism Challenge, this weekly series is tailored for the Scripps community to learn together, with facilitated discussions that will be held weekly where participants can ask questions and process the material. The goal is to assist everyone in furthering their awareness, compassion, understanding, and engagement towards anti-racism.
Register here. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to join in the Anti-Racism Reboot. You only have to register once per quarter in order to participate in any of the discussions. It is recommended that you read or listen to the material before the weekly call, and if you happen to miss a week you can re-join any time.
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Who to Call? Resources
Resources on who to call when you or someone else is experiencing a behavioral health crisis and, for a variety of reasons, you may not want to call the police.
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Local Resource 1) San Diego Access and Crisis Line @ +1 (888) 724-7240
This confidential and free-of-charge talk line is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, and monitored by Master's-level and Licensed Clinicians. The counselors average 16 years of clinical experience in a variety of backgrounds, including: emotionally disturbed youth, geriatric social services, nursing, in-home domestic violence intervention, case management, and drug and alcohol abuse. Language interpreter services enable the ACL to assist in 150 languages within seconds. This service can help callers navigate community resources in San Diego County and/or support accessing counseling services.
Local Resource 2) San Diego County hospitals specializing in Behavioral Health
If someone needs urgent mental health support they can go directly to anyone at one of these hospitals. These hospitals provide mental health support and also accept Medi-Cal insurance: Bayview Hospital, Grossmont Hospital, Palomar Hospital, Paradise Valley Hospital, Mesa Vista Hospital, University of San Diego Hospital
Local Resource 3) Psychiatric Emergency Response Team (PERT)
If someone is experiencing a behavioral health crisis, emergency assistance can be requested through San Diego County Psychiatric Emergency Response Team (PERT). This service sends out a Therapist into the community to assess if someone is a Danger to themselves (DTS) or a Danger to others (DTO). This service is partnered with the San Diego Police Department (SDPD) and can be reached by calling (619) 531-2065.
Please also check out
Resource 4) Trans Lifeline @ +1 (877) 565-8860
"Trans Lifeline provides trans peer support for our community that’s been divested from police since day one. We’re run by and for trans people."
Resource 5) Call BlackLine @ +1 (800) 604-5841
"BlackLine provides a space for peer support, counseling, witnessing and affirming the lived experiences to folxs who are most impacted by systematic oppression with an LGBTQ+ Black Femme Lens. Call BlackLine prioritizes BIPOC."
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Anza Borrego State Park. credit: Sumikophoto/123rf |
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Earth Day
Thursday, April 22nd
LGBTQ Day of Silence
April 23, 2021
Arbor Day
April 30, 2021
Mother's Day
May 9th, 2021
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Find more Scripps events and resources on our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion calendar. |
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Additional opportunities for us, as a community, to come together, share our thoughts, and discuss constructive ways to address structural racism and inequality within our Institution. |
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Please note that each community meetup has new registration links for this quarter. If you've attended a meetup in the past or plan to, please (re)register. |
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Queer@Scripps (formerly QuEST)
Thursday, May 13th, 4 - 5pm
Every 2nd Thurs. 4 - 5pm. Register here.
New! Latinx & Hispanic Community Meetup
Monday, April 12th, 3 - 4pm
Every 2nd Monday. Register here.
New! Native & Indigenous Community Meetup
Monday, April 19th, 3 - 4pm
Every 3rd Monday. Register here.
New! APIMEDA Meetup
Wednesday, April 28th, 3 - 4pm
Every 4th Wednesday. Register here.
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Black@Scripps Community Meetup
Tuesday, April 20th, 3 - 4pm
Every 1st & 3rd Tuesday, 3 - 4pm.
POC Circle (Peers Offering Community) Friday, April 9th, 3 - 4pm
Friday, April 23rd, 3 - 4pm
Every 2nd & 4th Friday, 3 - 4pm. Register here.
First Gen Meetup
Monday, April 26th, 3 - 4pm
Every 4th Monday, 3 - 4pm. Register here.
International Meetup
Friday, May 7th, 3 - 4pm
Every 1st Friday, 3 - 4pm. Register here.
Multicultural Meetup
Friday, April 16th, 3 - 4pm
Every 3rd Friday, 3 - 4pm. Register here.
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Scripps LEARNS
Listen, Engage, Activate, Reflect,
Nurture & Support
Anti-Racism Reboot
We'll be revisiting the Chancellor's 21-Day Anti-Racism Challenge. Each session will focus on exploring the assigned reading, video or podcast, answering any questions that folks have and then discussing how we can 'activate' this new information into our personal and professional lives.
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Scripps LEADS
Listen, Engage, Activate,
Develop & Support
EDI Strategic Planning:
Access & Success, Campus Climate & Accountability
We are wrapping up the first pilot cohort and will be selecting and preparing for the next cohort to start in Spring 2021. If you have already filled out the Engagement Request form, we appreciate your patience. We will be in touch soon to discuss next steps.
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Events, Trainings, and Resources |
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WMIS (Women & Minorities in Science) Events |
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WMIS stands for Women and Minorities in Science, but all WMIS events are open to anyone who strives to make Scripps a more equitable and inclusive community. |
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Growing Up in Science featuring Dr. Mike Navarro
Thursday, April 22nd @ 12:30am - 2pm PST
Hear the personal side of a scientist's journey! This particular WMIS event is open to students & postdocs only. RSVP here.
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Working Group with Accountabili-Buddies
New time! Recurring event - Mondays @ 10am PST. Link sent via WMIS Slack.
If you're working from home and are looking for a buddy to work alongside you, look no further. Every Friday WMIS will be paring up attendees with an accountabili-buddy to both network and work towards your goals in that one-hour stretch of time via Zoom. To register, make sure you are signed up to the WMIS listserv (WMIS@sio.ucsd.edu).
Many of the WMIS events for this month came early. Stay tuned for WMIS events come May and join the WMIS listserv here.
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Education and Wellness for Scripps Staff & Faculty |
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Career Workshops:
Facilitator: Monica Redmond
In this Core Curriculum workshop, you will learn how to develop an effective online resume application for pursuing promotional opportunities, and get tips for improving your resume and cover letter, and making yourself more marketable.
Facilitator: Michelle Brown-Shelton
This workshop from the Encore Lifestyle series (for people retiring in 5-10 years) is for those who are interested in finding out what Phase 3/Phase Gold means in their future. You will discover possibilities, envision and embrace a different lifestyle, and explore options to develop a well thought-out plan for personal fulfillment.
Facilitator: Brad Sollenberger
This workshop from the New Career Directions Series will address the many facets of becoming a champion for the UC San Diego campus. You will learn what it means to be a UC San Diego champion and how you can use your leadership skills in your new career direction to demonstrate business acumen and etiquette to create both a positive attitude and self-image.
Facilitator: Kevin Waldrop
In this workshop from the New Career Directions Series, you will learn the importance of continuously reassessing and reevaluate your career plan to adjust to organizational and personal change, and strategies for shaping your unfolding career
Tritons Flourish
April 15, 2021 @ 12pm - 1pm | Register here
Presenter: William Youngblood, LMFT
The main goal of this group is to establish a network of support and accountability for staff and Faculty interested in flourishing in their personal and professional lives
Mindfulness Meditation Group
April 27, 2021 @ 12pm - 1pm | Register here
Presenter: Bryan McNutt, PhD, LMFT, CEAP, Counselor, UCSD
Distinct from the Mindfulness Workshop series, this group will learn how to incorporate mindfulness meditation into your daily work life. This monthly group meeting will provide an experiential space for learning various approaches to the rich and diverse tradition of mindfulness.
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Community Events & Resources |
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Black Indigenous Voices: Amber Starks
April 9th @ 5pm
Join us on Friday for part 2 of our Black Indigenous Voices series in partnership with the Intertribal Resource Center and the Ethnic Studies Department. Our featured speaker is Amber Starks AKA "Melanin Mvskoke" who will be speaking about how their identities show up in their work, focusing on the theme of "Showing Up As A Whole Person" |
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UCSD Community Series:
Loss & COVID
Loss could refer to the death of a loved one, losing social connections, long-term health impacts, or however the term resonates with you. The primary audience are students, but anyone is welcome to attend! Each topic is a stand alone session, so you may register for one, two, or all of the sessions. Please send questions to Ana Bowens at abowens@ucsd.edu.
Registration is required.
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Indigenous Perspectives on Environmental Justice
and a Just Transition
Next Wednesday, April 14th at noon the Global Indigenous Peoples Group, Institute of Arts and Humanities, and the Green New Deal at UCSD presents a lecture featuring Angela Mooney D'Arcy of the Juaneno Band of Mission Indians, Acjachemen Nation.
Password: GND
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Prioritizing Black Excellence in Careers
April 14th | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT
Join us for a real discussion on career preparation for black students. Attendees will have an opportunity to get 1:1 advising on their careers.
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Equity Talks for Staff by Staff
Beyond the Likes: Social Justice and Community Building via IG
April 14th | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PST
*Program is open to all staff, students, & faculty
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Re-established SACNAS Chapter
@ UCSD!
SACNAS is an organization that supports Chicanos/ Hispanics and Native Americans on their journey from college to professional careers and leadership positions in STEM. SACNAS believes that if the STEM field isn't diversified, huge amounts of potential will be lost.
If you are interested in joining or supporting, click here.
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UCSD's Food Recovery Network
If you are fighting food insecurity, please fill out a sign up form for the food recovery network here: OMS Form | The Hubs Form
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For Faculty & Staff
Faculty and Staff Assistance Program
We understand that members of the campus community are worried about the virus and may be experiencing heightened feelings of anxiety. If you are a campus staff employee and would like access to counseling services, contact the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) at (858) 543-5523 or via the links below.
Financial Workshops by Fidelity Representative by Fidelity
April 10th @ 9 am | Register here.
Learn about your retirement benefits options, understand how to make your choice and get answers to your questions.
Guide To Investing in the UC Retirement Savings Program by Fidelity
April 10th @ 10 am | Register here.
This class helps you learn the basics of investing, including key investing concepts and common types of investments, plus an overview of funds available through the UC Retirement Savings Program.
Create a Budget, Ditch your Debt and Start Saving for the Future
April 21st @ 1 pm | Register here.
Learn how to get started with creating a budget. Putting a financial plan in place can help you pay down your debt and save up for your future goals.
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Retirement Counseling Sessions |
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These three 45-minute sessions are offered back-to-back and are facilitated by Sr. Benefits Analysts to help prepare employees for retirement. The topics are - Retirement 101, Retirement Process, and Insurance Continuation Checklist. Registration isn't required, simply click the Zoom link below to join the session on its respective date.
April 13 (in Spanish) @ 9 - 9:45 & 9:45 - 10:30, 10:30 - 11:15 am - Zoom Link
April 14 @ 1 - 1:45, 1:45 - 2:30, 2:30 - 3:15 pm - Zoom Link
April 15 @ 9 - 9:45, 9:45 - 10:30, 10:30 - 11:15 am - Zoom Link
April 19 @ 9 - 9:45, 9:45 - 10:30, 10:30 - 11:15 am - Zoom Link
April 21 (in Spanish) @ 9 - 9:45, 9:45 - 10:30, 10:30 - 11:15 am - Zoom Link
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April 22 @ 1 -1:45, 1:45 - 2:30, 2:30 - 3:15 pm - Zoom Link
April 27 @ 9 - 9:45, 9:45 -10:30, 10:30 - 11:15 am Zoom Link
April 28 @ 1 -1:45, 1:45 - 2:30, 2:30 - 3:15 pm Zoom Link
April 29 (in Spanish) @ 1 -1:45, 1:45 - 2:30, 2:30 - 3:15 pm Zoom Link
Retiree Health - Detailed overview of retiree health and welfare benefits, eligibility, the cost of retiree benefits, and what UC requires when you become eligible for Medicare.
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For Post-Docs
Queer Science Society
The second Monday of the month @ 7pm
QSS is the queer postdoc-led group you’ve been waiting for! All queer and allied scholars (whether grad student, postdoc, or research scientist) in the San Diego area are invited to attend. Virtual meetings will consist of discussing literature or video that illuminate opportunities and challenges for LGBT individuals. We hope IRL meetings will happen eventually, too. In our first meeting of the year (next week!) we will explore advance Postdoc@UCSD survey results that uncover surprising disparities between LGBT and non-LGBT postdocs!
Want to join the group? Fill out the form here. For any questions please c ontact Evan Boyle at eboyle@ucsd.edu.
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For Parents
COVID-safe On-Campus Childcare
The Early Care and Education Center have resumed services and are available for on campus childcare for those in the age range of 2.5-8 years old. For more information please visit their website or contact them at (858) 246-0900.
Get Reimbursed for Qualified Childcare Expenses
Students with dependents can be reimbursed up to $1,100 per quarter in qualified childcare expenses. See here for information on how to apply for this reimbursement.
Afternoon Childcare at UCSD Knock Around Camps
Afternoon childcare (1:30pm - 6pm) is currently available for ages 5-14 years through the UCSD Knock Around camps. Cost is $30/day and you can sign up on a day-to-day basis. Sign up here.
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Let's Talk - a CAPS program for International Students
The UC San Diego Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is pleased to offer “Let’s Talk”, a program designed to provide drop-in consultation services to undergraduate and graduate international students. This is for students seeking informal support with general wellness issues such as stress, adjustment, cross-cultural challenges, motivation, focus, and relationships. These 30 minute session will be held Mondays from 3:30-4:30 PST by Dr. Rina Schul. Sign up here for the Zoom link.
OUT in STEM (oSTEM)
oSTEM is a nationally recognized organization that is geared towards the personal and professional development of LGBTQIA+ students who are interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics through social, educational, professional, and outreach programming. It is also focused on helping students throughout UC San Diego connect to a broader community of queer students and professionals whose academic interests lie in similar fields.
For information, click here.
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Tuesdays 3-4 pm PST, starting week 2
APIMEDA will be hosting a confidential affinity group space where students can come together and discuss their experiences with others who may have a similar identity. Please register here.
Stay in the Loop with AAPI Studies!
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Enhancing the Black Student Experience at UC San Diego Symposium
April 19 - April 23, 12pm - 2pm
This week-long symposium is designed to increase awareness of the Black Student Experience at UC San Diego with the goal of fostering intentional and sustained action to enhance their experience and promote pro-Blackness at UC San Diego. Pre-register today!
Virtual Family Room
Every Wednesday throughout Spring Quarter 12pm - 1pm
We miss being able to see you all in person at the Black Resource Center; therefore, we are bringing our family room to you virtually! This space is open for all of our campus community to chat, meet new people, have your lunch, or just to be in community with each other.
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Local Action, Global Impact: History of Walls & Borders
April 14th 6:00 - 7:00 pm PST
Arpilleras: Women, Politics, and Art
April 22nd 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm PST
Hot Topic: Decriminalizing Sex Work
April 23rd 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm PST
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SKODEN Fit Club
Wednesdays @ 12pm
Join us each week for our fitness, health, self-care and wellness club. Open to everyone!
Join the zoom link here: ucsd.zoom.us/j/99323838742
American Indian Writing Circle
We want to hear from you! Please join us on Wednesday, April 7th at 3:00 pm for our AIWC information session. Attendees will recieve swag! https://ucsd.zoom.us/j/91346516762
What We're Learning
UC San Diego students and community members can access and contribute to a growing collection of podcasts and interesting reads related to a variety of Native American topics. The ITRC staff will select one reading each week of the Spring quarter and invites students to join in an online discussion. Access the collection HERE.
Virtual Language and Culture Table
Want to share a greeting or some basic vocabulary in your Native language or learn someone else's? Can you teach a cultural activity or want to learn a new one? Do you have traditional social songs, dances, or games from your tribe that you could share? Join us for our Virtual Language and Culture Table! You can find a schedule of upcoming events HERE. If you have an idea for future Virtual Language and Culture Tables you can submit it HERE.
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Mingle Mondays
Mondays @ 2:30pm
Come join us! To mingle or not to mingle, that is the questions. We're an open space for students to use for discussing virtual resources, making new friends or whether pineapple goes on pizza! Hosted by Ivvan Reyna. Register here.
QTPOC Corner
A student run RRC brave space with QTPOC icons, LGBTQ+ content and more! Cycles Weekly! For more info please visit their website.
Graduate Student Writing Group
Wednesdays from 9am - 11am
Join fellow graduate students to write in virtual community, share work-in-progress, and get peer support for oral exams. Meeting link. For more info contact Omar Padilla (o1padilla@ucsd.edu).
RRC Community Writing Collective
Fridays from 12pm - 2pm
A space dedicated to coaching, advising, and mentoring scholars through the process of framing a competitive research abstract, applying to scholarships, internships and fellowships. For more info contact Omar Padilla (o1padilla@ucsd.edu).
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Virtual Coffee Hour w/ the LGBTRC!
Join us every Thursday on Zoom from 11 am to Noon!
UC San Diego LGBT Resource Center's Out and Proud 2021: Super Bloom
This year's Out and Proud will be April 12th - 23rd, following the theme of self-reflection, acceptance, and solidarity.
The Out and Proud Series presents the largest opportunity for community visibility on the UC San Diego campus. It is a time for reflection on the achievements of LGBTQIA+ identified students, staff, faculty, and our allies. It is also a time for public awareness and discussion of current LGBTQIA+ issues on the state and national levels.
All events and their details will be accessible here
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For any questions you may have regarding the Women's Center, please contact Jessica Martinez (jem132@ucsd.edu).
The Road to Intersectional Feminism
Friday, April 9th @1:00pm
Feminism is more visible than ever before. However, that does not mean that our work is done. Intersectionality remains missing which further suppresses women from marginalized communities. Join the Women’s Center live discussion as we discuss the importance of intersectional feminism and the prioritization of trans women and women of color in feminist spaces. For questions or accomodations please contact women@ucsd.edu. Register here
Black Women's Collective
Even-Week Thursdays 3:30 - 5:00pm, starting Week 2
Join us for conversations about our experiences as Black women & femmes and connect with others on campus. Register here.
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Join a Group or Forum
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) has a lot of new on-line offerings for either open forums or closed groups. More information may be found on the CAPS website here.
Scholarships
Check out The Orion Fund and Swim with Mike scholarships available here
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EDI Office Hours
Scripps EDI is available for one-on-one conversations.
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Email
Suggestions or Feedback?
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Scripps Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
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