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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· 11h

Attention GPS Alumni: Join us on Thursday, Sept. 17 in Los Angeles for Triton Wave Makers! 🔱🌊 Gain fresh perspectives on the future of higher education and the critical role it plays in shaping our communities. 🔗 Reserve your spot: https://ow.ly/aXS350Zz6fX

UC San Diego panel discussion with four speakers seated on stage under a screen displaying 'Triton Wave Makers' in front of a large audience.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· 3d

What can fiction teach us about authoritarian regimes? GPS Prof. Stephan Haggard & Matthew Draper examine 100+ novels at to reveal how literature illuminates the human dynamics of dictatorship at UC Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation. Read: https://ow.ly/ksfm50Zy7M4 #Authoritarianism

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· 6d

Fri-YAY Feeling 🌴 Hard work pays off, and our GPS community knows how to find balance. As another summer week wraps up, we’re grateful for the amazing environment we call home. Whether you’re catching waves or sunsets, enjoy your weekend! #Sunsets #SoCalLiving #UCSanDiego

People walking and surfing on a sandy beach beside cliffs with palm trees under a partly cloudy sky at sunset in Carlsbad California. Photo courtesy of GPS staff member Amy Robinson.

Three surfers wait on their boards in the ocean near a sandy beach lined with palm trees and beachfront buildings at sunset in Oceanside, California. Photo courtesy of GPS staff member Amy Robinson.

Sunset over a Oceanside beach pier framed by tall palm trees with a calm ocean and colorful sky. Oceanside, California. Photo courtesy of GPS staff member Amy Robinson.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· 7d

GPS Proud! UC San Diego Health has been named the No. 1 hospital system in San Diego by the 2026-2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings for the seventh consecutive year. 🎉 Learn more at health.ucsd.edu/usnews #BestHospitals #UCSDHealth #UCSD #UCSanDiego #SanDiego

Blue graphic that shows how UC San Diego Health leads in patient care, ranked nationally in 8 specialties and top 20 hospitals in the U.S. for 2026-2027.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· 8d

UC San Diego sponsored research reached nearly $1.8B in FY26. Among key highlights is GPS Prof. Lauren Prather who is co-directing the new Center for Transparent and Trusted Elections to strengthen public confidence in U.S. elections. Read: https://ow.ly/z1uv50ZvGUn #ElectionIntegrity

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· 14d

Congratulations to Gordon McCord for receiving the Rafael and Marina Pastor Chancellor's Endowed GPS Faculty Fellowship to support policy-relevant research shaping peace and prosperity in the 21st Century! Discover his research underway today: gps.ucsd.edu/gmccord #GPSProud #UCSanDiego

Professor Gordon McCord in a light shirt sitting on outdoor steps, with text congratulating him for the Rafael and Marina Pastor Chancellor's Endowed GPS Faculty Fellowship.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· 15d

Explore the 2025-26 highlights from the GPS 21st Century India Center! See how they advanced U.S.-India dialogue, research and policy innovation. Read: https://india.ucsd.edu/_files/21cic_2025-26-annual-highlights.pdf #GlobalPolicy #USIndiaRelations #ResearchImpact #UCSanDiego

Digital graphic showing '21st Century India Center' with 2025-25 academic year highlights over a faint map of India on a blue tech background.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· 22d

Can the U.S. and China build a stable great power relationship or are they bound for conflict? Join The 21st Century China Center on Aug. 6 as Graham Allison & Meghan O’Sullivan address this defining question. Register: https://ow.ly/i1Ko50ZqU1m #USChina #UCSanDiego

Portrait of Graham Allison, Douglas Dillon Professor of Government at Harvard Kennedy School, featured as speaker for the Susan Shirk Lecture on U.S.-China Relations at UC San Diego.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· 27d

What’s the best part of an internship? The mentorship and maybe a few cool office perks 🚲 For Jorge Espinoza (MIA '27), his GPS coursework was the ultimate launchpad to securing a Global Security Operations Center internship at Apple. #GPSInternships #InternLife #ApplePark

Jorge's first day of his internship standing in front of a large black-and-white photo of Steve Jobs with the original Macintosh computer.

Jorge 1st bike ride at Apple's park under a clear blue sky in June 2026.

Day 2 of Jorge's internship and exploring Apple's park standing on green grass under large colorful rainbow arches in a sunny park with trees in the background.

Jorge holding his official Apple 2026 Intern Mixer badge with a green lanyard outdoors on a sunny day.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· 28d

UC Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation is now partnering with UC Press as editors of Current History! Explore fresh perspectives on global issues in this bi-monthly publication. Learn more: https://ow.ly/J9nv50Zn5JZ #GlobalPolicy #CurrentHistory #UCSD #WorldAffairs

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· Jul 13

When is the right time to attend graduate school? How about now? Don't miss the free APSIA Online Grad School Fair on July 23. Don’t press pause on your future career! Register today: bit.ly/apsiajulyfair26 #GradSchool #APSIA2026

Digital globe with connecting lines promoting APSIA's online graduate school fair on July 23, 2026, for international affairs and public policy programs.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· Jul 3

In observance of July 4, UC San Diego will be closed on Friday, June 3.

GPS building with glass windows under a blue sky, featuring a notice that the campus will close on July 3rd.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· Jul 2

Congratulations to Professor Margaret (Molly) Roberts on her appointment as the new director of the 21st Century China Center! 🔗 More: https://ow.ly/WKYM50ZjMsK

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· Jun 29

What's it like to work part-time as a graduate student? ⚖️ Nomuna Surkhiisaikhan (pictured right), a Master of International Affairs candidate, has firsthand experience balancing a busy academic schedule with a job: https://ow.ly/e2PO50ZgHvJ

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· Jun 25

Following a Supreme Court ruling that weakened the Voting Rights Act, Professor Zoltan Hajnal co-authored an analysis of the decision for “The American Prospect": https://ow.ly/yEiB50Zgy2w

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· Jun 24

One more look back at GPS commencement, because the Class of 2026 is easy to celebrate! 🤩 📸 View more photos: https://ow.ly/3ACe50ZgmWA #GPSProud

GPS graduates in caps and gowns adorned with purple leis and holding yellow roses, seated during a graduation ceremony.

Graduate in cap and gown receiving diploma on stage during university commencement ceremony with faculty in academic regalia.

Graduate in cap and gown poses with friends in front of UC San Diego 2026 balloon decorations and backdrop.

Graduate in cap and gown receiving a signed book from a faculty member during the UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy commencement.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· Jun 23

Summer’s here, and you don’t have a book to read? Check out this list of recommendations from GPS faculty! 📚 Our professors offered up selections ranging from literary fiction to history and analyses of current events, so there’s something for everyone.: https://ow.ly/6Etx50Ze1pF

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· Jun 22

As the 2026 GPS graduates gathered to celebrate their achievements, the commencement speakers challenged the graduating class to use their training to solve problems and overcome divisions — even when their expertise is met with skepticism. 🔗 More on GPS News: https://ow.ly/QS0N50Zft9a

GPS Dean Caroline Freund in academic regalia delivering a speech at the University of California San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy commencement ceremony podium adorned with the university seal.

Alumnus in academic regalia delivering a speech at a wooden podium adorned with the University of San Diego emblem during the University of California San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy ceremony.

Graduate Katrina Haidari in cap and gown delivers speech at podium adorned with university seal during University of California San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy commencement ceremony.

Graduates in caps and gowns cheer and raise fists in celebration during a university commencement ceremony inside a large auditorium.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· Jun 18

In honor of Juneteenth, UC San Diego will be closed on Friday, June 19.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· Jun 16

Can changing when elections are held have an effect on political polarization? 🗳️ In emerging research, Professor Zoltan Hajnal finds that more moderate voters show up to the polls when local elections are held at the same time as national and state contests. 🔗 Read more: https://ow.ly/sV2250Zcoxr

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· Jun 15

Congratulations to the UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy Class of 2026 — you did it! 🎓 #GPSProud

Five graduates in caps and gowns stand together in a gymnasium, celebrating their Class of 2026 achievement.

Five University of California San Diego graduates in caps, gowns, and leis stand in a gymnasium holding program banners for BA-MA and other degrees.

Graduate in commencement gown holding flowers, standing with two smiling people in front of a UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy backdrop.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· May 29

At GPS' annual student awards ceremony, a select group of students were recognized by their peers and faculty for their academic, teaching, and community-building accomplishments. ✨ 🏆 Meet the 2026 awardees: https://ow.ly/xrgi50Z5gco

Three students sitting together at a restaurant table with menus, chips, and drinks, enjoying a casual meal in a cozy setting.

Two students sitting closely on a couch, each holding a menu in a warmly lit restaurant setting with a large potted plant nearby.

Members of the GPS community posing together in a warmly lit room with modern pendant lights overhead.

Members of the GPS community dressed in business attire enjoying a meal together at a long restaurant table with drinks and plates of food.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· May 22

Reminder: In observance of Memorial Day, @UCSanDiego will be closed on Monday, May 25.

Two American flags waving in the wind with Geisel Library blurred in the background under a cloudy sky.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· May 20

Professor Krislert Samphantharak recently spoke at an event held by The American Chamber of Commerce in Thailand about the role of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Thailand’s economy. Photo credit: AMCHAM Thailand #GPSAlumni #UCSDAlumni

Professor Krislert Samphantharak speaks in front of a seated audience. A slide behind him reads, "SMEs and the Thai Economy. Krislert Samphantharak. University of California San Diego. 23 April 2026."

An event guest speaks into a microphone while seated, addressing Professor Krislert Samphantharak.

Professor Krislert Samphantharak stands posing for a photo with four others. A presentation slide behind them reads, "SMEs at the Crossroads: Finance, Policy and Thailand's Economic Future."

Professor Krislert Samphantharak speaks into a microphone, addressing an audience. An AMCHAM Thailand sign is behind him.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· May 15

At Triton Wave Makers in Washington, D.C., Dean Caroline Freund moderated a panel featuring UC San Diego alumni Kurt M. Campbell ’80, Jaime E. Lizárraga ’88 and Tim Roemer ’79. Several GPS alumni attended the event, which focused on how global policy and progress intersect with entrepreneurship.

Panelists Kurt M. Campbell, Jaime E. Lizárraga, Tim Roemer and Dean Caroline Freund seated on stage engaged in a discussion. A screen displaying a triton is behind them.

Panelists Kurt M. Campbell, Jaime E. Lizárraga, Tim Roemer and Dean Caroline Freund seated on stage in front of an audience. A screen behind the panelists features a triton and the text, "Triton Wave Makers."

Kurt M. Campbell, Jaime E. Lizárraga, Tim Roemer and Dean Caroline Freund standing in front of banners reading, "School of Social Sciences."

Jaime E. Lizárraga, Tim Roemer, Kurt M. Campbell and Dean Caroline Freund are seated while a group of GPS alumni stand behind them, posing for a photo.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· May 13

On Friday, the Latin American Student Association (LASO) at GPS held its annual LASO Fest—a vibrant celebration of Latin American culture complete with food, music and dance!

Group of five young people wearing colorful soccer jerseys from Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Colombia, posing outdoors with international flags in the background.

A woman in a black dress dances barefoot in front of a seated audience outside a building adorned with various national flags.

Group of young men playing soccer barefoot in a courtyard with international flags hanging on a building.

Four friends sitting on outdoor steps surrounded by greenery on a sunny day, relaxing and chatting casually.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· May 11

Congratulations to Professor Mateo Vásquez-Cortés on his Early Career Faculty Research Excellence Award from the University of California Office of the President! The award was given in recognition of his research project, "Building Belonging: The Impact of Citizenship on Psychosocial Integration."

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· May 8

Nick Beaudoin, Caltech CTME, shares a preview of his "AI: Past, Present, and Future" talk and discusses the impact of AI. Request information: https://ow.ly/xsN650YOOiT Music: https://ow.ly/KFzB50YOOiS License code: 7SEH0LCC4VEHYNWD Artist: Benjamin Tissot

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· May 7

from academic leadership to public service—and across borders—each speaker pointed to a common thread: North America’s strength lies in its ability to work together. #USMEX

Cristina Planter Riebeling addresses the audience, speaking into a microphone while standing at a podium on stage against a branded backdrop.

Rafael Fernandez de Castro shakes hands with Robert B. Zoellick while standing on a stage. A branded backdrop is behind them.

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy@gpsucsd· May 7

Last month, the Center for U.S.-Mexican Studies held its fifth annual U.S.-Mexico Forum in Mexico City. The gathering aims to enhance cooperation between the two nations, and across North America, by identifying potential frictions and proposing solutions. This year’s event examined the