Caesar Aceituno's family moved from Guatemala to Los Angeles. During community college, he discovered his passion for learning and education. After considering several options, he found himself at UC San Diego. Appreciating the value of community, he sought out connections and mentors that supported his academic journey. He also made a point to give back and help other transfer students find their place at UCSD. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 37190]

Growing up in Gilroy, California, Dalila González Mejía knew she wanted to pursue higher education but didn't know how the process worked. After high school, she attended a community college and signed up for a transfer agreement program that would guarantee her a spot at UC San Diego. Once she arrived, she hit the ground running - getting involved with campus organizations, finding mentors, and participating in research projects. She shares her story including the importance of self care and advice for those just starting their college journeys. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 37241]

Listening, talking, reading, and writing are all parts of early literacy learning. Donna Mojarro, lead teacher at UC San Diego's Early Childhood Education Center, shares how you can set up literacy rich activities to encourage a lifelong love of reading in young children. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 37417]

Jalene Hernandez shares her experience as a first gen college student. She talks about the research opportunities she found in the field of aerospace engineering as well as the social connections she found through student organizations. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 37091]

Gabby Herencia knew that to achieve her goals, she needed to attend college. Wanting to be close to home, she found herself at UC San Diego. On campus she found community through student organizations and developed an interest in social justice. She shares advice for current college students and talks about how she found her post-college path. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 37491]

Blanca Meléndrez and Mark Patterson came to UC San Diego to achieve their academic dreams. Along the way, they bonded over their shared love of Spanish literature and found themselves planning a future together. Hear how they found love, found their career paths, and how they advocate for students and their community. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36942]

Natalia Avina-Ochoa came to UC San Diego as a transfer student looking to find her place in the world of STEM. She talks about the differences between community college and a four year university, how she started her own club, and how she helps other students with the transfer process. She also shares how she found mentors and research opportunities in her field.

Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 37206]

Learn about UC San Diego’s comprehensive mental health and wellness ecosystem, which is designed to empower every student to flourish. Experts highlight new and innovative strategies to meet the unique needs of college students, including precision mental health care. Series: "UC San Diego Health Talks" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Show ID: 37626]

Yosira Hernández's parents immigrated from Guatemala to the United States for a better future. As the oldest of three children, Yosira was the first in her family to apply to college. Yosira sits down with her parents to talk about how her college journey impacted their family, the criteria she used to to select a college, and how they supported each other through the process. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 37030]

UC San Diego graduate Adán Chávez speaks with his mother Maria Chávez about his experience as a first generation college student and how it impacted their family. Adán credits his parents for instilling the value of education, the importance of hard work, and the need for faith. Hear how they navigated college as a family and how Adán is using his experiences and degree to help others. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 37234]