Dear UC San Diego Friends:

Fifty years ago, UC San Diego founder Roger Revelle had one criterion for the campus: It must be distinctive. UC San Diego now ranks among the very best universities in the United States, a stunning achievement in such a short time. Its prowess in research and innovation in many fields is legendary. It is an engine of economic development, job creation, workforce development and social mobility. As the university marks its 50th Anniversary this year, we celebrate the donors, trustees and friends who have generously given their time and resources to help make these incredible achievements possible.

For over 35 years, the UC San Diego Foundation has partnered with the university in raising funds to advance the campus; educate promising students; spark discoveries and innovation in science, arts and humanities, engineering and healthcare; and conserve our oceans and the environment for generations to come.

As we celebrate the past, our sight is set firmly on the next half century. The university has a great opportunity to develop solutions to key challenges facing the world today. I invite you to explore this website to learn more about the UC San Diego Foundation and its role in the university’s success.

Sincerely,
Julia Brown
Chair
UC San Diego Foundation