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News and recognitions

Read about groundbreaking achievements, prestigious awards and impactful contributions of our Triton community. From pioneering research and academic excellence to innovation, leadership and global impact, UC San Diego continues to push boundaries and redefine possibilities. Stay informed about the latest university milestones and inspiring stories that showcase the brilliance of our students, faculty, staff and alumni.

Alumni stories

Meet exceptional individuals who define our alumni community. These spotlights celebrate their achievements, passions and the lasting impact they’re making in their fields and beyond. See more alumni news.
Explorer
Kevin Leu

Kevin Leu ’02

Kevin Leu ‘02 isn’t your typical UC San Diego alum. A former television reporter turned world traveler, Kevin interviews people who have traveled to every country in the world on his podcast series. In his own travels, he’s at 100 countries and counting! 🗺️✈️ Check out the post.

Entrepreneur
Makenzie Lowe

Makenzie Lowe ’14

Makenzie Lowe ’14 founded The Good Loop, transforming simple clothing swaps into a scalable, community-driven model for sustainability, inclusion and social good. ♻️👕🌱 Read her story. 📸📹

Honoree
Ann Crady Weiss

Ann Crady Weiss ’93

2026 Illustrious Alumni Award honoree, Ann Crady Weiss ’93 is co-founder and CEO of Hatch, whose products have helped millions build healthier sleep habits from newborns to adults. 🌙✨Watch her inspiring story now.

Illustrious Alumni Award honorees

The Illustrious Alumni Award recognizes and honors UC San Diego’s most illustrious alumni. Representing one of the highest honors for our alumni, this prestigious award celebrates distinguished alumni who have reached extraordinary heights, shaping a brighter future as they strengthen Triton pride around the world.

Learn about the Illustrious Alumni Awards

True Triton Awards

Service is one of the pillars of UC San Diego’s mission and vision — it’s in our DNA. To recognize alumni who have shown an extraordinary commitment to the university and our cause, we created the True Triton Award, one of our highest honors.

Learn about the True Triton Awards

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Enjoy the university's magazine

UC San Diego Magazine (formerly Triton magazine) is a complimentary, award-winning publication highlighting the distinction, prestige and global impact of UC San Diego. The magazine is published and mailed twice a year in April and October, but it is also available anytime online.

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Campus news

From exciting athletics programs and campus events, to our latest contributions to cutting-edge research — UC San Diego is a vibrant community of creators and innovators, making a positive impact both in San Diego and beyond.

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