Sept. 11, 2025

Anteater Time Machine: Alejandro Morales circa 1989, an emeritus professor of Chicano/Latino Studies at UC Irvine. (Photo courtesy of UC Irvine Libraries Archives)

UC IRVINE NEWS

Expanding access to graduate study

Pictured are the participants in this year’s cohort: Rianna Herzlinger, Jonas Amaya, Abigail Minin, Ennyo Yasugi, Sandiza Emu, Kabeer Haider, Julio Silva-Cespedes, Raul Rodriguez Perales, Juls Altman, Hongjia Ren, Athaya Kiyasah, Arushi Pattar, Carina Laventure, Avvai Chadrasekaran, and Avery Hughes. Organizers: Lauren Ross, Jaehyun Lee, and Ryan Chen. Courtesy of Luis Fonseca, UCI Social Sciences.

The Logic & Philosophy of Science Summer Development Program welcomed its fourth student group this summer, bringing 15 undergraduates to campus to explore graduate-level logic & philosophy of science topics and connect with faculty and graduate mentors. Funded by the National Science Foundation, the program was launched in 2022 by professor Lauren Ross, particularly for students from underrepresented backgrounds. “Resources and information about graduate school are not accessible to many students, especially when it comes to areas of study such as logic and philosophy of science,” she said. “This program aims to provide these resources – insight into different research areas, the grad school application process, styles of argumentative writing and life in graduate school and academia.”

Staying safe during a heat wave

UCI Health emergency medicine physician Dr. Ryan Gibney

When the weather heats up, it’s important to remember to hydrate with water and avoid alcohol to prevent heat-related illness, says UCI Health emergency medicine physician Dr. Ryan Gibney, who spoke with KTLA Channel 5. “I’m not opposed to a morning coffee, but water should be the go-to when out and about in extreme heat. If attending an outdoor event, I highly recommend avoiding alcohol. It can contribute to dehydration and increase the effects of heat exhaustion.”

Recognizing emergency management and empowering preparedness

September is National Preparedness Month – a nationwide initiative encouraging individuals, families and communities to take proactive steps for emergency readiness. Whether it’s assembling a go-bag, making a family emergency plan or simply staying informed, proactive actions can make a difference. Last month was National Emergency Management Awareness Month, which recognized the professionals behind the scenes who plan for and coordinate responses to emergencies. At UC Irvine, the Emergency Management team works year-round to ensure the campus is prepared, from managing emergency plans and training to leading the Emergency Operations Center during major incidents. Here’s a video to learn more about the importance of emergency management. To become familiar with the EM department, visit: em.uci.edu.

UC NEWS

Forbes best public university

Students walking on Ring Road

When it comes to producing high-earning graduates with less student debt, the University of California is the best public university in the country, a new Forbes ranking finds. UC Irvine was specifically lauded for enrolling the most Pell Grant recipients among the top 25, with 37 percent of undergraduates receiving these grants for lower-income students.

SAVE THE DATE

25 Years at the Beall Center for Art + Technology

Sept. 13, 2 p.m., multiple subsequent dates (sponsored by The Beall Family Foundation and Claire Trevor School of the Arts)


Anteaters in Service Day

Sept. 13, 9 a.m. (sponsored by UCI Alumni Association)


For more events, visit UC Irvine Today.

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Becker’s recognizes UCI Health leader

Doug Turner, vice president of enterprise applications at UCI Health, has been recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of its 100 Rising Stars, a list of healthcare leaders under 40 who are making an impact. Turner is leading the implementation of a $200 million Epic electronic health record and applications project to integrate the academic health system’s six hospitals. The project will be completed in December as the main hospital at UCI Health – Irvine opens its doors.

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