UCI Continuing Education

10/20/2026

We have some exciting news! Our dean, Kristine "Krissy" Collins, will be one of the featured speakers at the Greater Irvine Chamber's ASPIRE event.

She will present on one of the most discussed subjects in the workplace today: how to engage artificial intelligence thoughtfully, practically, and responsibly.

Thursday, 12th November 2026 | From 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
UCI Beall Applied Innovation at The Cove | 5270 California Avenue, Suite 100, Irvine
Check-in and breakfast will begin at 8:00 AM

Presenters also include Jessica Chen, founder and CEO of Soulcast Media, who will give a keynote address on peak performance in an AI-driven world; Dr. Stefan Bean, the superintendent of schools in Orange County; and April Diaz, founder and CEO of Ezer + Co.

Get your tickets at: https://bit.ly/4jeQPeo
Regular Registration: Chamber Members $260 | Non-Members $305

10/16/2026

If you are thinking about returning to school, changing careers, or learning a new skill, it's natural to have questions or feel uncertain about making a change.

Enrollment coaches often hear these concerns and tell people they don't need all the answers before they begin, and that they don't have to navigate their educational journey alone.

In this article, the DCE Enrollment Coaching Team discusses what they wish all learners knew, when to seek help, and how to discover their own potential. Read more: https://bit.ly/4hzs7D3

10/14/2026

Alex Amed, a current DCE learner, provides a valuable reminder that no matter what our age is or how many responsibilities we have, lifelong learning enables us to keep on growing and adapting to a constantly changing world.

Read his success story, which is still being written: https://bit.ly/4zu5E1E

10/13/2026

Coastal change is becoming a bigger concern in Orange County. This past weekend, news reports highlighted the issue when ocean water flooded the streets of Newport Beach.

What is causing these changes, and what might they mean for our coastline in the future?

Join Professor Brett Sanders, a nationally-recognized expert recently featured in news stories about the flooding and its effects on the coast, for Spotlight OC - The OC Coastline: Beach Erosion & Our Changing Shoreline. On this guided beach walk, he will talk about beach erosion, rising sea levels, coastal flooding, and what the future might hold for Orange County's shoreline.

Date: Saturday, October 17
Time: 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Location: Doheny State Beach

Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/4hFj4BA

10/07/2026

Dr. Takisha Robinson shows what's possible when you are open to learning, embrace new opportunities, and are willing to go in unexpected directions.

Her path has included clinical research, leadership, education, and a recent TEDx talk. Through these experiences, she has come to believe you don't need to have everything planned before moving forward in your career.

In our interview, Dr. Robinson talks about building a career step by step, finding a better work-life balance, her recent TEDx talk, and how clinical research professionals can prepare for the future.

Read the article here:

Hear from the instructors, industry leaders, and academic experts who help shape our programs. Gain valuable insights and practical advice on today’s most...

10/06/2026

Self-doubt often shows up before starting something new.

Enrollment coaches hear it all the time: learners wondering if they can finish, change careers, or fit learning into their already full lives.

But success doesn’t always begin with confidence. Sometimes, it begins with curiosity, a question, and one manageable step.

Read the full article on what our enrollment coaches wished every learner knew: https://bit.ly/4hzs7D3

10/01/2026

She's iconic. And she's headed to UC Irvine. 💗

Fearless Girl is coming to campus — and she's not coming alone.

Joining her is a lineup of remarkable women who are shaping the world of business, finance, and leadership.

Our moderator, Anna Paglia, serves as Chief Business Officer of State Street Investment Management — the very company that brought Fearless Girl to life. Since her debut in 2017, this iconic statue has stood as a powerful symbol of what's possible when women have a seat at the table.

On October 15th, Anna is bringing that message straight to UC Irvine.

She'll be joined by three incredible leaders for a real conversation — about careers, money, navigating the workplace, and owning your space in every room you walk into.

And here's what we really want every student to hear:

The panel is just the beginning. Once it wraps, the room is yours. Connect with the women on stage. Network with Orange County's top business leaders. Ask the questions you've always wanted to ask. Start a conversation that could change everything. Oh — and get your photo with Fearless Girl.

Because a single conversation can open a door you didn't even know existed. And sometimes, all it takes to believe you belong somewhere is seeing someone just like you already there.

See her. Be her. Be in the room. 💗

📍 Hosted at the UC Irvine Division of Continuing Education
📅 October 15, 2026 | 5:30pm–8:00pm
Panel Presentation + Networking Reception

09/29/2026

We're proud to be part of one of the top public universities in the country! U.S. News & World Report rankings mark campus’s 12th straight year in the top 10.

When you learn with us, you're connected to the strength and reputation of the UC Irvine community.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hwujLn

09/24/2026

CAN YOU MAKE PEOPLE CARE?

Having a great idea is one thing. Making people listen, connect, and remember is another.

LEADING THROUGH STORYTELLING with Bri McWhorter
Find the story.
Craft the narrative.
Inspire action.

Friday, October 2 | 9 A.M.–12 P.M.
UC Irvine campus | $250

ENROLL NOW → https://bit.ly/3VCzCla

09/23/2026

You may know her.
Now you can meet her. 💗

Fearless Girl is coming to UC Irvine.

And she’s bringing some pretty extraordinary women with her.

Our moderator, Anna Paglia, is the Chief Business Officer of State Street Investment Management — and State Street is the company behind Fearless Girl.

The statue was commissioned in 2017 and quickly became a global symbol of women’s leadership and the importance of having more women at the table in finance and business.

On October 15th, Anna will bring that conversation to UC Irvine.

She’ll be joined on stage by three extraordinary leaders for a conversation about careers, money, leadership and finding your place in the room.

But here’s the part we really want students to know:

After the panel, the room opens up.
Come meet the women on stage.
Talk with Orange County business leaders.
Ask questions.
Make a connection.
And yes — take your picture with Fearless Girl. 📸💗

Because you never know where one conversation might lead. And sometimes, the first step toward seeing yourself in a career is simply seeing someone who looks like you doing it.

She can be what she can see.
Come see what’s possible.
Be in the room. 💗



📍 Hosted at the UC Irvine Division of Continuing Education
📅 October 15, 2026 | 5:30pm–8:00pm
Panel Presentation + Networking Reception