For the past decade, Chancellor’s Associates like you have helped some of California’s brightest students access a world-class education and the pivotal support services to ensure their success.
This year, as we celebrate our 10th anniversary, more than 2,500 scholars have received full scholarships and academic resources that open the door to generational change. I hope you enjoyed seeing how your support has changed their lives in our 2023 impact report.
One of the most remarkable things about the Chancellor’s Associates Scholarship Program (CASP) is how our scholars unfailingly give back to the community. On April 6, students and alumni will participate in UC San Diego’s Global Days of Service through a day of connection and positive environmental action at La Jolla Shores Park.
And on April 9, you’ll have the opportunity to meet some of our exceptional CASP scholars at our annual Hearts & Scholars reception. We look forward to honoring your generous support and celebrating distinguished students past and present.
David E. Buccigrossi ’79, MD ’84
Chair, Chancellor’s Associates
Kayana Hudson ’22
Kayana Hudson ’22 is a UC San Diego CASP scholar who studied sociology and cognitive science. She currently serves as a fiscal/HR assistant for UC San Diego’s Department of Visual Arts. As a recent graduate with plans to grow her career in human resources, Hudson embodies a commitment to supporting student success, particularly for those who are navigating the same challenges she did as the first in her family to attend college and pursue a nontraditional career path.
During her academic journey, Hudson was a lead OASIS Learning Communities facilitator. In this role, she played a crucial role in assisting first-generation students navigate campus life, access resources and find belonging in the university community. Additionally, she gained valuable experience as a student assistant at the Teaching + Learning Commons and executive vice chancellor's office.
Hudson is deeply passionate about creating opportunities for first-generation students to thrive post-graduation. As a GOLD Chancellor's Associates Council member, she hopes to leverage her career in human resources to focus on talent acquisition, retention and professional development to enhance the resources available to CASP scholars.
Learn more about our other supporters.
Josh Ellison Puray ’24
Josh Ellison Puray ’24 has played a pivotal role in supporting first-generation students as they navigate university life. He guided 17 students as a resource coach in the OASIS Summer Bridge program and co-hosts weekly meetings as a CASP OASIS Learning Community (OLC) leader.
As a first-generation student himself, Puray grappled with imposter syndrome. It often took him longer than his peers to understand course material because he did not have the same resources growing up. He felt inadequate, but in time he learned to embrace his unique journey. As an OLC leader, he hopes to use his experience to instill excitement, foster a sense of inclusivity, and mentor other CASP scholars.
As he wraps up his data science capstone project, he is being onboarded for an internship with the data services team at the San Diego Sheriff's Department and works as a student ambassador for the Halıcıoğlu Data Science Institute. After graduation, he hopes to secure a full-time data science position.
Learn more about our other scholars.
In Case You Missed It: Chancellor’s Associates Event Photos
On December 13, our Chancellor’s Associates Colloquium, Transforming Education Systems in Complex Times, featured an informative presentation by Professor Amanda Datnow, Chancellor’s Associates Endowed Chair in the Department of Education Studies, and associate dean of the School of Social Sciences. Click here to watch a video of her presentation.
10-for-10 Bequest Initiative
On the 10-year anniversary of the Chancellor’s Associates Scholarship Program (CASP), we celebrate the incredible difference you have made in the lives of thousands of Chancellor’s Associates scholars over the years.
We invite you to make a difference in the lives of future Chancellor’s Associates scholars by joining our 10-for-10 Bequest Initiative, which extends your investment in the success of this program when you include CASP in your estate plans.
Whether you name CASP in your trust or designate CASP as a beneficiary of your retirement funds or life insurance policy, your estate gift costs you nothing now. To show our gratitude, all donors making planned gifts of any kind to CASP will be recognized as Chancellor’s Associates in perpetuity.
We hope to include at least 10 Chancellor’s Associates in this initiative by June 30, 2024, and we welcome all who wish to participate.
Please contact Paulyne Becerra at pbecerra@ucsd.edu or Kim Wenrick at kwenrick@ucsd.edu with questions or to discuss your planned gift options.
Tritons Hang on for Spirit Night Win
In a nail-biting matchup that came down to the final buzzer, UC San Diego came back from the brink to edge UC Riverside, 66-65, in front of 3,083 at LionTree Arena. The Tritons are now in a tie for first place in The Big West standings. Click here to read more.
Events for February, March, April
Jonathan Sacks: What Music Brings to the Movies
UC San Diego | Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts
Saturday, February 3, 2024
2 – 4 p.m.
Join Music M.A. alumnus Jonathan Sacks for a discussion of his distinguished career as a composer and orchestrator. Learn about what music brings to movies as Jonathan discusses his work in Toy Story 3, Mr. Holland's Opus, and other film favorites.
Virtual CARTA Public Symposium:
Body Modification: Anatomy, Alteration, and Art in Anthropogeny
Friday, February 9, 2024
10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
A Conversation with 2023-24 San Diego Poet Laureate and Alumnus Jason Magabo Perez ’03, MA ’13, PhD ’16
UC San Diego | Ida & Cecil Green Faculty Club
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
6 – 8 p.m.
Kyoto Prize Symposium
March 13 – 14, 2024
UC San Diego will host three lectures as part of the Kyoto Prize Symposium. The annual event features talks from recipients of the prestigious Kyoto Prize, Japan’s highest honor for global visionaries who made scientific cultural advancements that benefit mankind. Learn more.
SAVE THE DATE
Chancellor’s Associates Colloquium
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
5:30 – 7 p.m.
Featuring
Michèle Morris
Associate Director, The Design Lab
Co-Founder, Center for Design-Driven Transformation
SAVE THE DATE
Hearts & Scholars
Thursday, April 9, 2024
6 p.m.
Join us for an evening honoring your generosity and celebrating distinguished Triton scholars past and present.
SAVE THE DATE
Preuss Promise
Saturday, April 27, 2024
5 p.m.
Join us as we celebrate 25 years of impactful education with an evening showcasing the Preuss experience. For more information about ticketing and sponsorship opportunities, please contact Lori Gremel at lagremel@ucsd.edu.
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About Chancellor’s Associates:
We believe in proactive philanthropy — the kind that breaks boundaries and levels the playing field for motivated learners. We are a community of supporters including alumni, parents, faculty, staff and friends who partner with Chancellor Pradeep K. Khosla to address UC San Diego’s most urgent priority: broadening access to higher education. Since 2013, more than 2,500 Chancellor’s Associates scholarships have been awarded to high-achieving, deserving students who are often the first in their families to attend college. Together, we change lives. Learn more at chancellorsassociates.ucsd.edu.
For any questions, please email ca@ucsd.edu or call (858) 822-2540.
