New Employee Orientation: Campus Life
Last Updated: January 25, 2024 11:27:22 AM PST
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A university is a work environment like no other. Make the most of it.
Catch a concert, watch a play, attend a lecture, or simply stroll through the campus and enjoy its natural beauty. For a more rigorous workout, visit the first-class recreation facilities and classes. And don’t forget to participate in UCSD’s diverse staff associations and community centers.
Arts and entertainment
- La Jolla Playhouse produces innovative new scripts, classic works, and musicals.
- Mandeville Center hosts a variety of dance, musical, and other University events.
- Music Department presents orchestral, choral, and ensemble works.
- Price Center hosts special events, films, and lectures.
- Stuart Collection enriches the UCSD campus with a unique collection of sculpture.
- Theatre and Dance Department stages student theatrical and dance productions.
- UCSD Box Office sells tickets, including discounted tickets for movies and amusement parks.
- University Art Gallery displays works from contemporary artists to touring exhibitions.
- University Events Calendar lists campus activities.
- University Events Office presents world music, dance, films, chamber music, and concerts.
Recreation and dining
- Faculty Club serves lunch to members and their guests, and hosts special events.
- Places to eat on campus.
- Aquatic facilities
- Archery range
- Ball fields
- Classes
- Climbing center
- Main gym complex
- Mission Bay Aquatic Center
- Multipurpose fields
- Natatorium
- Basketball, volleyball, and tennis courts
- Par course
- Recreation, Intramural, Athletic Complex (RIMAC)
- Track and Field Stadium
Charitable efforts
- United Way/ Combined Health Agencies Drive provides opportunities to volunteer and donate to United Way/ CHAD.
Associations and centers
Staff associations encourage employees to network and get involved in campus life:- American Indian Faculty and Staff Association
- Black Staff Association
- CADRE (Community Advocates for Disability Rights and Education)
- Chicano/ Latino Staff Association
- European Staff Association
- Faculty and Staff Christian Fellowship
- Pan-Asian Staff Association
- Retirement Association
- UCSD Staff Association
- UCSD Veterans Association
- Ujima Network
- Umbrella Group
Contact the Employee Programs and Recognition team at hr-events@ucsd.edu or (858) 822-2633.