We are excited to announce our new series, "Degrees of Determination" where we will highlight our graduate students.
Graduate students are the heart of any research campus and we look forward to sharing with you what makes them passionate about what they do, what brought them to UC Merced, and more.
Are you interested in being featured in a Degrees of Determination profile? We want to hear from you. This is a fantastic chance to reflect on your academic journey, inspire the next generation of researchers, and showcase your journey.
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FEATURED THIS WEEK:
From Tehran to UC Merced: Engineering a Sustainable Future
Farzan ZareAfifi's journey from Tehran to California embodies the transformative power of academic pursuit and personal growth. A graduate of the University of Tehran with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Farzan took a leap of faith at age 24 when he moved to the United States to further his education.
FEATURING NEXT: Meet Christopher Bivins, UC Merced's Pioneer Mycologist
Past Student Profiles:
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From STEM Enthusiast to Sustainability Champion: Jose's Academic Journey (Oct. 7)
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Making Waves in Water Research: Shelby Defeo's journey at UC Merced (Oct. 21)
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From Iran to UC Merced: Camellia Haghverdian's Path to Purpose (Nov. 4)
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A Journey of Cognition and Resilience: Helia Hosseinpour's Story (Nov. 18)
