Contact Information
For any inquiries regarding the APS Conference for Undergraduate Women and Gender Minorities in Physics (CU*iP), please get in touch with us through the following methods:
- Email Address: cuwip2025-chairs@physics.ucsd.edu
- Social Media: Follow us for updates and announcements:
- Facebook: Society of Physics Students @ UCSD
- X (Twitter): UCSD Physics (@UCSDPhysics), UCSDAstro (@ucsdastro)
- Instagram: UCSD Physics (@ucsdphysics)
Local Weather and Dress Recommendations
The weather in San Diego during January is generally mild. Typical temperatures range from 50°F to 65°F (10°C to 18°C). Expect some rain, as January is within the rainy season, but overall precipitation is typically low. On average, there are a few days with measurable rainfall, so it’s advisable to bring a light raincoat or umbrella.
- Recommendations for Dressing:
- Layer your clothing to adjust to both indoor and outdoor temperatures.
- Bring a warm coat, as evenings can be cooler.
- Comfortable shoes are recommended, especially if you plan to explore the campus or city.
- The conference has no formal dress code, so dress comfortably. For the Saturday evening banquet, many attendees enjoy dressing up.
Please check the local weather forecast closer to the event for more accurate information.
Using Slido for Keynote Address
The keynote speaker session will use Slido for questions to the speaker. Once you download the Slido app, you will be provided an entry code unique to the session that will allow you to type in your questions to the speaker.
- How to Use Slido:
- Download the Slido app from the App Store or Google Play.
- Open the app and enter the session code provided during the conference.
- Type in your questions for the keynote speaker during the session.
For more information, visit Slido’s website.
Helpful On-Site Links
- On-Campus Safety and Wellness
- Campus Safety: UCSD Police Department
- Wellness Center: UCSD Student Health Services
- Local Transportation
- Ride share services: Uber, Lyft
- Local metro: San Diego Trolley
- Local buses: San Diego MTS Bus Service
- Local Pharmacies
- Urgent Care Clinics
- UC San Diego Health – Express Care: Express Care Clinic
- Scripps Health – Urgent Care Torrey Pines: Scripps Urgent Care
- Banks
- Coffee Shops
- Convenience Stores
On-Site Resources
- Site Map: UCSD Campus Map
- Lactation Rooms: Lactation Support Services
- Prayer Rooms: Local Places of Prayer