Copyediting vs. Technical Writing and Communication: Choosing the Right Career Path

Copyediting and technical communication (which includes technical writing and editing) are in-demand careers that offer diverse job opportunities. This guide presents industry insights from instructors and experienced practitioners to help you discover each field’s distinct challenges and dynamics. Armed with insider …

By Jennie Van Meter
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How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Professional Development

UC San Diego is one of the leading research institutions in the development of AI, and the Division of Extended Studies is actively engaged in analyzing how AI is impacting the workforce and labor skills to develop relevant courses and …

By Jennie Van Meter
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Event Safety Management: A Guide to Prioritizing Protection in Every Event Plan

As the special events market continues to grow, the size and complexity of events is increasing. Safety is a crucial component of the event planning process, making structured training an imperative for anyone involved in producing special events. To answer that …

By Jennie Van Meter
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How to Become a Medical Writer

For anyone with a science background who enjoys writing and wants to move beyond academia or lab research, medical writing is a potentially fulfilling and flexible career path. UC San Diego Extended Studies presents this guide to how to become …

By Jennie Van Meter
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Certificate Vs. Certification: Two Tools to Propel Your Career

UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies offers nearly 100 different certificate programs in various areas, from arts and languages to medicine, science, business, and engineering. Many certificates provide the foundational work required to obtain a certification. Dean Hugo Villar …

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Following Her Passion – Cecilia Stagni’S Career Transition From Engineering To Art

For Cecilia Stagni, art was never just a hobby—it was a lifelong passion waiting to take center stage. Originally from Italy and trained as an electrical engineer, Stagni moved to San Diego in 2009, where she found herself drawn to the 

By Jennie Van Meter
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Navigating The Latest Trends in Digital Design and Creative Strategy

Digital design and creative strategy are evolving at lightning speed, combining and expanding traditional roles in the industry. The shifting landscape can make being a designer both exciting and overwhelming. Still, even if the tools, methods, and expectations seem to be …

By Jennie Van Meter
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8 Workplace Paradoxes Every Job Candidate Should Understand

Modern workplace success increasingly depends on navigating seemingly contradictory expectations and capabilities. While traditional career advice often presents professional attributes as straightforward strengths, the reality involves nuanced balances between opposing traits. Understanding these workplace paradoxes provides significant advantages for job …

By James Wilson
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8 Workplace Paradoxes Every Job Candidate Should Understand

Modern workplace success increasingly depends on navigating seemingly contradictory expectations and capabilities. While traditional career advice often presents professional attributes as straightforward strengths, the reality involves nuanced balances between opposing traits. Understanding these workplace paradoxes provides significant advantages for job …

By James Wilson
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Five Actionable Tips for Career Success at UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies

Hello, aspiring leaders of UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies.

Here are some quick tips I would like to share that will help you along your successful career journey. Although we often have preconceived notions of what it’s like …

By Anthony Ross
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