Education Channel (Audio)

Through the UniversityLink Medical Science Program (ULMSP), college students from underrepresented and disadvantaged backgrounds who aspire to become future health science professionals develop essential academic and professional skills, benefit from long-term mentoring, and build lasting social and professional networks. Dr. Ramón A. Hernandez highlights how the program fosters family support, instills a culture of academic excellence, and emphasizes the importance of community service, showing how ULMSP helps pave the way for these students' success in the health sciences. Series: "Education Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Show ID: 37921]

Discover the inspiring work of Reality Changers, an organization dedicated to empowering first-generation students and their families to achieve their dreams of higher education. Hear firsthand from students, volunteers, and staff as they share how Reality Changers provides critical support—from academic tutoring and mentorship to a safe, welcoming community—starting as early as eighth grade. This program not only helps students succeed academically but also equips them with the confidence and connections needed to break generational barriers and create lasting change in their communities Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 38854]

The AI revolution and other innovations are bolstering equitable, community-centered solutions to major societal issues from disease to wildfire, and technologies piloted at UC San Diego are laying the groundwork for a better future. UC San Diego’s experts are making the case for why public higher education institutions must be a driving force to ensure that ethical, people-centered technology is at the center of AI advancements, and why the U.S. must invest in infrastructure that ensures institutions like UC San Diego are able to work alongside industry and government to develop the next generation of AI technology and advocate for responsible development, regulation and investment. Series: "A Deep Look into the Future of Biology" [Humanities] [Science] [Education] [Show ID: 39709]

Through her work with the Parent Institute for Quality Education (PIQE), Gloria Corral empowers families and communities to nurture and support young children's brilliance, particularly in marginalized communities. Here, she shares her career journey as well as insights on the importance of kindness, valuing diverse identities, and finding joy and humor in life. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 39324]

Cookbook author and television host Ina Garten, founder and creative director of UPRISERS and co-founder of Hate Is A Virus Michelle K. Hanabusa, and author of ”Hidden Figures" Margot Lee Shetterly sit down with Lynn Sherr for a wide-ranging discussion of women and society, personal journeys and hopes for the future. Series: "Education Channel" [Public Affairs] [Humanities] [Show ID: 39279]

Despite effective computer tutoring software, no adaptive tutoring system has been developed and open-sourced to the field. In this program, Zachary Pardos, Associate Professor of Education at UC Berkeley, talks about efforts to create more equitable access to adaptive learning technology with the introduction of the first open-source adaptive tutoring system based on Intelligent Tutoring System principles. This system, called Open Adaptive Tutor, and its adaptive textbook library, have been iteratively developed over three years. Pardos describes how this system can be used as a foundation for exploring integrations of generative AI and will share nascent results from their first evaluations of ChatGPT for content generation. Series: "UC Center Sacramento" [Science] [Education] [Show ID: 39583]

Latinx and Chicanx student organizations are more than just clubs. They provide ways to find your cultural compass, foster lifelong friendships, and amplify your voice in a supportive, empowering space. These organizations explore traditions, navigate challenges, and help students flourish both socially and academically. Hear how these organizations host events, discussions, and gatherings where diversity is embraced, ideas spark, and unity thrives. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 39346]

Kama Guluma, MD, shares his journey and insights into medicine and education. Guluma provides personal anecdotes, including his childhood in Liberia, his father's impact as a physician, and charting his own path to emergency medicine specialist. The conversation delves into the importance of understanding one's values and finding meaning in the pursuit of a career in healthcare. Guluma emphasizes the significance of aligning personal values with professional choices, highlighting moments of satisfaction and fulfillment in the medical field. Throughout the discussion, the theme of finding one's "why" in medicine resonates, emphasizing the rewarding aspects of problem-solving, human connection, and making a meaningful impact on patients' lives. Series: "Career Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 39343]

In his compelling talk, Jorge Carrillo takes the audience on a journey through his life, from growing up in California to becoming a prominent figure in the legal field. Carrillo reflects on the challenges he faced, including personal struggles and societal issues, offering insights into his experiences as a farm worker and his pivotal role in the implementation of the Agricultural Labor Relations Act. With sincerity and wisdom, he shares advice for students, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning, resilience, and seeking help when facing mental health challenges. Carrillo's talk is not just a personal narrative; it's an inspiring testament to the transformative power of education and the impact individuals can have on their communities. Series: "Education Channel" [Agriculture] [Education] [Show ID: 38315]

In 2002, a UC Santa Cruz college with the theme of social justice and community opened with distinguished professors, politically engaged students, and a number for a name: College Ten.

That changed for good, and for better, in 2023 when College Ten was named for John R. Lewis, the late American civil rights leader and politician who stood up to Jim Crow–era segregation in the 1960s. He was one of the key organizers of the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.

The son of Alabama sharecroppers, Lewis went on to become a longstanding congressman. He was elected in 1986 to the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Georgia’s fifth congressional district. He held his post until his death in 2020.

The naming endowment will allow the college to advance its mission of justice and social equity with a number of potential projects including the Good Trouble Academy, social justice internships and support, and expansion of programs geared toward the graduates of historically black colleges. Series: "UC Santa Cruz News" [Humanities] [Education] [Show ID: 39283]