Sixth College is the sixth and newest campus of the University of California San Diego. Opened in September 2001, Sixth College strives to create dynamic, leading, and experienced learners in modern technology. The core writing program of Sixth College is called Culture, Art and Technology (CAT). The series is a 5-course series that integrates writing skills into a multidisciplinary class using innovative forms of emerging technologies to examine the crossroads of Culture, Art, and Technology.
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Name
The six universities are so named because this is a sixth-grade college at UCSD. As per the tradition of the university, it uses the numerical name until it gets the proper name, which will occur in the order that the college is made. The names of prominent people who fit the themes of the College of Culture, Art, and Technology, such as Thomas Edison, Benjamin Franklin, Leonardo da Vinci, and Mark Hagler, have been proposed by students but have never been seriously considered by the government. The naming process has been terminated indefinitely.
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Ethos and philosophy
Sixth College prepares students to become effective global citizens who are engaged creatively and ethically with the complex issues facing the world in the 21st century. Through college academic and co-curricular programs, students learn to be innovative, conscious, and interrelated. The college draws its creative inspiration through interdisciplinary examination of culture, art and technology. The core academic program develops skills in traditional and emerging media literacy, emphasizing fundamental writing essentials as well as the latest forms of digital communication.
The core sequence in Culture, Art and Technology develops students' ability to explore the richness of intellectual and academic diversity, write effectively, ask and examine difficult questions, work with various media and sensory experiences, collaborate on teams, consider ethical issues, develop digital literacy, and explore art and technology in a cultural context.
Expanding beyond the classroom, Sixth College educates students as a whole person. The college community understands the importance of student life in education, and works to integrate academic development with personal growth, community service, interpersonal experience, conscious communication, and ethical behavior. Totality Sixth College is a digital education ecology that fosters new forms of thought, expression, and community for the new millennium.
Experimental learning
Sixth College is committed to learning based on experience at various levels.
Practicum is a unique top division requirement that promotes civic engagement and global awareness, and realizes the College's commitment to an active, learning experience. It is designed to assist students in preparing their professional portfolio and refining their presentation skills as they prepare to enter the post graduate world.
Beginning in 2012, Sixth College has hosted a bi-annual Experianial Learning Conference. Sixth College is also the only college in UC San Diego with an explicit Explicit Practicum requirement that can be met by different types of learning experience opportunities including: study abroad, studying at UCDC, various types of study services in the community, specially designed faculty members, apprenticeship programs and study programs.
The most important goal is to provide a nurturing and stimulating learning community, while equipping students to face the challenges ahead.
General education
In addition to the core Culture, Art, and Technology (CAT) writing programs, all Sixth College students are required to take the top division Practicum course, unique to all colleges at UCSD. The program requires students to take courses that demand a direct approach to education while making a valuable contribution to society both at home and abroad. Students must choose 4-unit programs, courses, internships, or research opportunities for their Practicum Project which develops their academic and professional skills.
Together with the Practicum, each student is required to complete a Sixth College Division topics course, CAT 125. This course gives students the opportunity to reflect on the relationship between their services and their courses, and to enhance their mastery of written and spoken words.
Student life
OSIS at Sixth College is known as SCSC. The Sixth University Student Council heads many of the committees responsible for many major Sixth events in the academic year. These include the Spirit of the Masters, CHAOS (Cultural Committee), Kuncocshun (Festival Committee), Winter Game Fest (Tech Committee), and Spirit Night (Spirit Committee). SCSC also has positions for members of the Sixth Judicial Council of Higher Education.
Other student organizations include Action Vibe, Community Board (Co-Board), Sixth College Television (SCTV), The Sixth Sense (investigative journal), Sixer Tritons and Recreation for Transfers (START), and Video Production Club (VPC). Sixth College also has an ambassador program, for students who seek to enhance ownership and attachment of Sixth College students to the community.
The dining hall of Sixth College is known as Foodworx. Sixth Place and Market, a department store, is located nearby.
House on campus
Campus housing is available at Sixth College for two years. Sixth College hostel is located near Pepper Canyon Hall. The dorms are nicknamed "Camp Snoopy" because the trees, the central courtyard, and the cabin-like dormitory all contribute to the appearance of youth summer camps. The dormitories are arranged in several two-story buildings, with about sixty students per building (thirty per floor). Each floor is further divided into two suites, each consisting of five rooms and a common room. Shared bathrooms connect two suites. Each building also features a kitchen and study room for use by the occupants of the building.
Another option on campus is the Sixth apartment (sometimes referred to by their old name when they become part of Fifth College, "Pepper Canyon Apartments").
Housing is available specifically for black students at the Black African Diaspora Learning Community at Sixth College.
Commuter life
Sixth College has several resources for commuting. Sixth College commuter students have unlimited access to the Commuter Center located in Pepper Canyon Hall, which has lockers, WiFi and kitchen facilities. Sixth College also has a student commuting organization known as Commuting in Action, or the CIA. Every quarter, Sixth College also organizes Commuter and Transfer social events.
Important event
On April 20, 2012, late-night talk show host Conan O'Brien visited Sixth College in honor of his tenth anniversary. To celebrate the event, and without a permanent name, Sixth College changed its name to Conan O'Brien College for April 20th.
On May 27, 2015, actress Mayal Bialik visited Sixth College in honor of the thirteen year anniversary.
Experiential Learning Conference
The Experiential Learning Conference is a biennial event that takes place in the early winter (late January), and is free and open to the public. The first conference was hosted by former acting Provost Jim Lin and Practicum Director Diane Forbes-Berthoud, jointly hosted by Sixth College and Warren College on January 26, 2012 at the Cross Cultural Center located at Price Center East. Theme of the inaugural conference is Education in Action: Mobilizing the next generation for social reform . More than 165 presenters participated in the panel, with representatives from several universities in San Diego and throughout the UC Community. Notable presenters include David Kirsh, Lev Manovich, High Tech High, Gompers Preparatory Academy.
The second conference was hosted by Provost Dan Donoghue and Practicum Director Diane Forbes-Berthoud, organized by Sixth College. The event was held at Price Center West and Cross Cultural Center on Friday, January 31, 2014.
The keynote speaker was Mizuko Ito, who gave a special afternoon session on 'Connected Learning'. Other notable presenters include Barbara Sawrey's Associate Vice Chancellor, Michael Trigilio, STEM and STEAM programming, Elizabeth Losh, K. Wayne Yang, Teddy Cruz, Bud Mehan, Michael Cole, Ashley Trinh, and Mirle Bussell.
The third conference was hosted by Provost Dan Donoghue and Practicum Director Diane Forbes-Berthoud, organized by Sixth College. The event was held at the Cross Cultural Center on Thursday, March 31, 2016.
Kuncocshun
Sixth College celebrates culture, art, and technology with events that support student creativity and expression. An artistic celebration of student creativity and sustainability, featuring live music and fun activities. Kuncocshun showcased the performances by local and professional musicians. Past music players include Shiny Toy Guns and Semi Precious Weapons.
Chocolate Festival
The Sixth Chocolate Festival of Higher Education has become a tradition of the spring quarter since 2004 and is sponsored by the Sixth University Community Council. This event attracted over 600 guests from all universities. Annual festivals include chocolate fountains, sweet and savory items, music, gifts, and activities for all ages.
Winter GameFest
Players from all over San Diego come together to play games and weekend gifts during the Winter Quarter. Tournaments of the past include: Halo 3, DoTA, Starcraft, Madden, Call of Duty, Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Guitar Hero World Tour and Rock Band. The Gamefest is presented by the Sixth College Tech Committee.
Spirit of the Masters
Remembering the famous Pageant of the Masters of Laguna Beach, Sixth College's Spirit of the Masters is a display of famous paintings and sculptures with a touch of animation. Visitors are guided by a tour guide and equipped with drinks and desserts. Previous pieces on display include Leonardo da Vinci's Vitruvian Man and Picasso's Ladies of Avignon.
Commencement
UC San Diego organizes separate graduation ceremonies for each undergraduate college. Sixth College has had speakers like:
- Sev Ohanian, '08 Sixth alum, co-producer of Fruitvale Station
- Wesley Chan, '06 Sixth Alum, member of Wong Fu Productions
- Kim Stanley Robinson, science fiction writer
- Naomi Oreskes, professor of history and co-author of Merchants of Doubt
References
External links
- The Sixth Official Website of the College
- UCSD College System Overview
- Culture, Art and Technology Site of Enamth College
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