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At the University of California, Irvine (UCI), learning takes many different forms. While there are the traditional lectures and discussions commonly associated with a college education, UCI also offers a variety of other opportunities to help students immerse...

    In the midst of the global COVID-19 pandemic, the University of California, Irvine (UCI) quickly transitioned to a remote campus environment at the end of Winter Quarter 2020. This sudden shift left UCI’s student body reeling as they hurried to relocate...

For third-year anthropology major Deana Polyvko, the start of her college experience at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) was marked by personal challenges. “I had financial insecurity during my first two years at UCI, as well as food insecurity and a lot of...

While the 2020-2021 academic year will be unlike any other in University of California, Irvine’s (UCI) history, faculty and staff are working hard to ensure that students still have the well-rounded educational experiences that UCI is known for. Students can still...

On September 9th, University of California, Irvine (UCI) Vice Provost for Teaching and Learning and Dean of the Division of Undergraduate Education Michael Dennin joined higher education experts from across the country to participate in a virtual press conference with...

Congratulations to UC Irvine’s Michael Dennin for being named one of the 2020 Innovators of the Year  (IOTY) by the Orange County Business Journal (OCBJ)! This year marks Michael’s fourth nomination and first win at the awards.  In response to the OCBJ’s announcement...

Finding Success Together Though we aren’t together physically, we are still a strong Anteater community. Vice Provost Michael Dennin closes out these special weeks of student messaging by explaining how we can achieve success by coming together. He also highlights the...

Student Advice for Pandemic Success Second-year business administration major Lisa Deng joins Associate Dean Jonathan Alexander to talk about some of the things she’s been doing to find balance, establish structure, and practice mindfulness during this unprecedented...

Finding Avenues for Remote Success This academic year will be unlike any other and, as you adjust to the remote environment, challenges are inevitable. But remote doesn’t mean alone—we are here to help you overcome and succeed. Jonathan Alexander, Associate Dean in...

How Students Can Prepare for This Year Did you know that there is a complete guide to remote student success? This video introduces the Remote Student Success Guide, your central resource for health and wellness tips, remote studying strategies, Canvas support, and...

Celebrating Student Strength and Resilience While the COVID-19 pandemic is certainly unprecedented, Vice Provost Michael Dennin emphasizes the strength and resilience that Anteater students have shown during this time. This week, students will hear from their peers as...

Breaking Down the OVPTL and DUE As an incoming UCI student, knowing where to get help is important—especially in a remote environment. However, with UCI divided into so many different departments, units, and so on, it can be difficult to know where to turn. Watch this...

Promoting Engagement in the Remote Classroom  Brian Sato, Associate Dean for the Division of Teaching Excellence and Innovation (DTEI), teams up with DTEI directors Andrea Aebersold and Danny Mann to explain some of the things they’ve done to ensure fun and engaging...

DUE Units Provide Opportunities for Support and Engagement  Where can students turn for academic help and community-building opportunities? Jonathan Alexander, Associate Dean in the Division of Undergraduate Education (DUE), highlights what some of the units within...

Creating a Memorable College Experience Brian Sato, Associate Dean for the Division of Teaching Excellence and Innovation (DTEI), and Kevin Huie, Executive Director of Student Success Initiatives (SSI), discuss how the campus has prepared for remote student success....

A special message on the remote college experience from Vice Provost Michael Dennin With Fall Quarter fast approaching, Michael Dennin, Vice Provost and Dean of the Division of Undergraduate Education, shares his insights on remote learning and advice for making the...

For the average University of California, Irvine (UCI) student, walking around campus with four hours of sleep and a cup of strong coffee in hand is a normal part of the college experience. However, existing in a state of perpetual exhaustion is harmful on several...

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) is dedicated to fostering student success both academically and beyond. UCI’s Office of the Vice Provost for Teaching and Learning (OVPTL) takes this to heart—in their vision statement, the OVPTL vows to “provide...

Congratulations to Michael Dennin for being nominated for the sixth annual Innovator of the Year Awards! Hosted by the Orange County Business Journal, this awards program recognizes five innovators who are effecting real change in the Orange County community. This...

For many student researchers at the University of California, Irvine (UCI), the projects they pursue and the questions they look to answer are of personal interest to them. However, few researchers expect to live through the actual scenario that they are...

The COVID-19 pandemic has certainly been difficult for all of us, and it’s essential that we care for our mental health. If you ask Michael Dennin, Vice Provost for Teaching & Learning, Dean of the Division of Undergraduate Education and Professor of Astronomy and...

  For incoming freshmen at the University of California, Irvine (UCI), the idea of relocating to Orange County and joining an undergraduate student population of over 30,000 can seem intimidating. This is especially true for students coming from smaller towns...

For Jenelle King, a third-year civil engineering major and former athlete at the University of California, Irvine (UCI), the idea of building a business that united her academic and personal interests was an exciting proposition. After considering her possibilities,...

At the University of California, Irvine (UCI), excellence in research is one of the major cornerstones of campus culture. Even amidst a global pandemic, UCI continues to uphold its commitment to introducing its student body to the world of academic research.  Through...

For many incoming freshmen, the idea of completely transitioning to life at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) can seem daunting. However, units on-campus like Student Success Initiatives (SSI) offer a variety of resources to support students as they adjust to...

For high school students who dream of joining college esports teams, there isn’t a clear pathway forward. “There is a prevalent gap between high schoolers and college esports teams who want to recruit these gamers to go to their schools,” explains University of...

For many students, college is a time of self-discovery. A time to explore your passions, form career goals, and decide on your next steps. This was certainly true for Audrey Garcia, a third-year studying comparative literature and philosophy at the University of...

  Whether you are interviewing for jobs, connecting with loved ones, or expressing yourself in an increasingly digital world, communication is everything. The words we choose and how we use them are of vital importance to our daily lives and future goals.  But...

As we navigate the modern COVID-19 world, it’s easy to forget that everything that we know and do can find its roots in history. Even now, as we battle through a global pandemic, we can look to the past to see how disease outbreaks and epidemics have spread and...

  All work and no play? Not at UCI’s Summer Session! For students fascinated by the art of cinema, curious about Italian culture and history, or simply interested in watching some great films, Italian Cinema 1945-2013 (ITALIAN 50) is the perfect addition to your...