Our Faculty

Seventh College faculty are committed to developing the next generation of changemakers, global leaders, and visionaries who are equipped to confront the challenges posed by a changing planet.

The creative, energetic, and accomplished faculty affiliated with Seventh College are from every academic division at UC San Diego. Our faculty play a pivotal role in shaping the academic mission of the College, teaching our Synthesis courses, mentoring students, supervising research projects, and serving on College and campus committees. 

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Opportunities for Faculty Involvement at Seventh College

Seventh College offers a variety of ways for faculty to engage with undergraduates, contribute to college governance, and connect with colleagues across campus. Many of these roles are especially valuable for early-career faculty and Teaching Professors, offering chances to build community, enhance teaching portfolios, and mentor students engaged in high-impact educational experiences.

Ways to Get Involved:

• Teach SYN 100: Engaging with a Changing Planet
  Lead your own section of this innovative course that challenges students to collaborate on projects aimed at tackling complex global problems.
• Join the Seventh College Executive Committee
  Help guide the college’s academic and co-curricular programs. Elections are held each spring.
• Represent Seventh College at the Academic Senate
  Serve as a delegate to the Representative Assembly and bring a college perspective to campus-wide decisions.
• Mentor Undergraduate Researchers
  Support a student participating in the Triton Research and Experiential Learning Scholars (TRELS) program.
• Give a Guest Lecture in the First-Year Honors Seminar
  Share your research and academic journey with a small group of highly engaged first-year students.
• Celebrate with Us at Commencement
  Join fellow faculty in honoring the achievements of our graduating students.

For more information or to express interest, contact the Provost’s Office at seventhprovost@ucsd.edu.

Faculty Committees