Schedule of Events

Celebrate fellow 2016-2025 graduates — graduates of the last decade (GOLD) — and experience the wonders of science at “Exploratorium After Dark.”

All alumni are welcome.

Adults Only (18+)

*This event is complimentary for each GOLD alum and one guest; additional guests may attend for $25.

Upon arrival at UCSF’s Mission Bay campus, check in at the front entrance of the William J. Rutter Center to receive your name badge and program book. Alumni Weekend staff are also available to assist with any questions.

Chancellor Sam Hawgood will open Alumni Weekend with an update on UCSF’s latest achievements and strategic priorities. Following his remarks, Stephen Hauser, MD, recipient of the 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences, will share how his pioneering work in redefining the treatment of multiple sclerosis has transformed patients’ lives and advanced global standards of care.

Speakers:

Sam Hawgood, MBBS, Postdoc Alum
UCSF Chancellor
Arthur and Toni Rembe Rock Distinguished Professor

Stephen L. Hauser, MD
Director, UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences
Robert A. Fishman Distinguished Professor of Neurology
Recipient, 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences

Hear from the deans of UCSF’s four schools and the Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs in a thought-provoking conversation moderated by Catherine Lucey, MD, MACP, UCSF’s executive vice chancellor and provost. This dynamic session will provide insights into the strategic vision and priorities that shape the future of health education and care at UCSF.

Moderator

Catherine Lucey, MD, Resident Alum
Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost

Speakers

Nicquet Blake, PhD
Vice Provost and Dean, Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs

Carol Dawson-Rose, MS ’94, PhD ’99, RN, FAAN
Dean, School of Nursing
Associate Vice Chancellor, Nursing Affairs
Margretta Madden Styles Dean’s Professor of Nursing Education
James P. and Marjorie A. Livingston Professor of Nursing Excellence

Kathy Giacomini, PhD
Dean, School of Pharmacy Associate Vice Chancellor, Pharmacy Affairs
Troy C. Daniels Distinguished Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Talmadge E. King Jr., MD
Dean, School of Medicine
Vice Chancellor, Medical Affairs

Michael Reddy, DMD, DMSc
Dean, School of Dentistry
Associate Vice Chancellor, Oral Health Affairs

The All-UCSF Lunch is a welcoming and inclusive gathering open to all Alumni Weekend attendees. Join to connect, share stories, and celebrate your ties to the university.

The Half-Century Club Luncheon brings together graduates from the classes of 1976 and earlier across all UCSF schools, plus the Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs and the UCSF/San Francisco State University Graduate Program in Physical Therapy. This tradition creates a shared space to reflect on our rich history and culture.

Seating will be arranged by school, allowing classmates to reconnect and celebrate the milestones that define their UCSF journey.

*This event is complimentary for each HCC alum and one guest; additional guests may attend for $25.

Discovery Talks spotlight UCSF innovators in a TEDx-style format. Attendees will be immersed in diverse perspectives — from advances in precision medicine to new models of patient care — through stories that bring cutting-edge science to life. This session offers inspiration and accessible ways for alumni to engage with and understand UCSF’s impact on the broader world.

Moderator:

Nicquet Blake, PhD
Vice Provost and Dean, Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs

Speakers:

Reza Abbasi-Asl, PhD, MSc
Associate Professor, Department of Neurology and Department of Bioengineering and Therapeutic Sciences

Joanne Chun, PharmD ’93, PhD ’96
Professor, Department of Bioengineering and Therapeutic Sciences
Director of Postgraduate Education Programs, School of Pharmacy

Teresa Kortz, MD, PhD ’23, MS ’15
Associate Professor, Division of Pediatric Critical Care
Co-Director, Pediatric Global Health Scholars Pathway

Peter J. Turnbaugh, PhD
Professor, UCSF Department of Microbiology and Immunology

Atreya Dey, PhD
Winner, 2025 Postdoc Slam
Postdoctoral Scholar, Department of Bioengineering and Therapeutic Sciences

Sophia Miliotis
Winner, 2025 UCSF Grad Slam and 2025 UC Grad Slam PhD Candidate, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Pharmacogenomics

UCSF clinicians, educators, and collaborators are transforming trauma and musculoskeletal care in some of the world’s most resource-limited locations. Drawing on firsthand experience working with the Institute for Global Orthopaedics and Traumatology (IGOT), David Shearer, MD, will share innovations in training and workforce strengthening, online education, and data-driven quality improvement that have enhanced outcomes in settings where resources are scarce and the burden of injury is greatest.

This session will examine how UCSF’s commitment to global health translates into sustainable, locally driven solutions through capacity building, interdisciplinary collaboration, and long-term partnerships. Alumni will gain insight into the real-world challenges of delivering care across diverse settings, the lessons learned that inform care at home and abroad, and the vital role UCSF continues to play in shaping the future of global trauma care.

Speaker:

David Shearer, MD, MPH, Resident Alum
Associate Professor, Associate Professor, Foot and Ankle Service and Trauma & Problem Fractures Service, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

Hear from the Community and Government Relations team about the state and federal advocacy work that propels UCSF’s mission. Learn how our alumni, faculty, staff, and friends use their voices to support UCSF through our Advocates program and other activities.

Speakers:

Dan Bernal
Vice Chancellor for Community and Government Relations

Harold R. “Hal” Collard, MD, MS, Resident Alum
Vice Chancellor for Research Professor, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Allergy, and Sleep Medicine

Join us for fun, food, and friendship at the Alumni Weekend Networking Reception! This lively gathering encourages all alumni to connect, share stories, and celebrate their shared experiences. With live music, hors d'oeuvres, and an ambiance that blends UCSF’s history with the energy of today’s campus life, this reception is the perfect opportunity to make new connections and reconnect with old friends before the San Francisco Giants baseball game.

Cap off the second day of Alumni Weekend with an unforgettable evening at the San Francisco Giants game! Join fellow UCSF alumni and friends in an exclusive UCSF suite, where you’ll enjoy complimentary food and drinks while cheering the Giants as they face the Miami Marlins.

Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase on the Club Level. Space is limited, and tickets will sell out.

Primary registrants can purchase a maximum of two tickets. The second ticket holder must be registered as a guest during this registration. A placeholder name can be used.

Tickets can either be sent electronically one week before the event to the email address used to register or made available for pickup at Will Call the day of the event.

Cal Night will take place during the game. If you would like to receive a Cal hat for $15, please be sure to select this option during registration.

Upon arrival at UCSF’s Mission Bay campus, check in at the front entrance of the William J. Rutter Center, receive your name badge and program book, and find an Alumni Weekend staff member to assist you with any questions.

Join us to honor this year’s outstanding alumni who are making transformative impacts across health care, research, education, and community service. This annual brunch brings together distinguished alumni from all UCSF schools and departments, each recognized for their achievements, dedication, and contributions to the health sciences. Connect with the honorees, hear their inspiring stories, and celebrate the breadth of talent and commitment that defines our alumni community.

Speakers:

Catherine Lucey, MD, MACP, Resident Alum
Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost

UC Chicanx Latinx Alumni Association Presents "Student/Community Clinics — From Legacy to Leadership in Community Care."

University of California alumni who previously were involved in student-run clinics will come together to reflect on a legacy of community care — the enduring impact of UC’s Chicano Health Movement. Rooted in service to Latinx communities, student clinics were formative spaces where hands-on care, accountability to community, and collective leadership shaped alumni who now lead in health equity as clinicians, researchers, and advocates. Open to all Alumni Weekend attendees, this session explores how these early clinic experiences created health equity leaders — and why sustaining student/community clinics remains essential to advancing equitable care for future generations.

Moderator:

José M. Barral Sánchez, MD, PhD
Vice Dean, School of Medicine Regional Campus at Fresno

Panelists:

Mark D. Cave, DDS ’78
Dentist in Private Practice

Adrian Espinosa, MS ’15, MPH, RN, PHN, FNP-BC, FADLN
Family Nurse Practitioner, Ravenswood Family Health Center
President, Supernova Foundation

David Hayes-Bautista, PhD ’74
Distinguished Professor of Medicine and Director, Center for the Study of Latino Health and Culture, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine

Faustina Nevarez, MD ’79
Medical Director, AltaMed Women’s Health Services

Comunidad con Cafecito is a come-and-go experience designed to complement Saturday’s UCSF Talks. Open to all Alumni Weekend attendees, this informal gathering invites alumni to pause, connect, and reflect between sessions while remaining engaged with the broader program.

Guests are welcome to enjoy coffee and pastries while exploring curated materials highlighting Latinx student initiatives, community clinics, and leadership pathways across UCSF. Hosted by Lina Mendez, PhD, executive director of Resource Centers for Climate and Belonging at UCSF, the space offers opportunities for conversation and discovery.

Whether you're stepping out briefly or lingering between talks, Comunidad con Cafecito is designed to support movement and community-building while keeping Saturday’s UCSF Talks at the center of Alumni Weekend activities.

Host

Lina Mendez, PhD, MEd
Executive Director, Resource Centers for Climate and Belonging, Multicultural Resource Center, UCSF Office of Opportunity and Outreach

Discover how UCSF faculty members, clinicians, alumni, and students use podcasts to connect with global audiences and share insights on the health sciences. This session highlights the stories, science, and discoveries that make UCSF-grown podcasts like PT Path Podcast unique and representative of the UCSF community.

Moderator:

Amber Fitzsimmons, PT, MS, DPTSc ’13
Professor and Chair, Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science

Speakers:

Rachel Huynh
MD Candidate

Diana Nguyen, DDS
Chief, Division of Clinical General Dentistry

Alex Smith, MD ’02, MS ’99, MPH
Professor, Division of Geriatrics

Peter Turnbaugh, PhD
Professor, Department of Microbiology and Immunology
Executive Committee Member, Benioff Center for Microbiome Medicine

Experience powerful, personal stories from UCSF scholarship recipients and emerging leaders. Inspired by The Moth, a nonprofit organization that celebrates the art and craft of live storytelling to honor shared human experience, students reflect on defining moments that shaped their callings in science and medicine. Guided by storyteller Corey Rosen, this uplifting program will celebrate curiosity, purpose, and the next generation of changemakers.

Host:

Corey Rosen
Executive Producer/Vice President of Business Development, Super 78
Founder and Chief Storytelling Officer, Your Story
StorySlam Host, The Moth

Speakers:

UCSF Scholarship Recipients / Current Students

Join us for fun, food, and friendship at the Alumni Weekend Closing Reception! This lively gathering invites all UCSF alumni to connect, share stories, and celebrate their shared experiences. With live music, hors d'oeuvres, and an ambiance that blends UCSF’s history with the energy of today’s campus life, this reception is the perfect opportunity to make new connections and reconnect with old friends.

Celebrate with fellow graduates from the classes of 1981, 1986, 1991, 1996, 2001, 2006, and 2011 at an exclusive Milestone Reunions gathering.

All alumni are welcome.

*This event is complimentary for each Milestones alum and one guest; additional guests may attend for $25.