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Welcome to The San Diego Newsletter!

In today’s edition:

• 10% of California credit card debt is late, 12th-highest delinquency rate in US.

• Upcoming San Diego Padres match

• A deep-dive into the life of Ellen Browning Scripps

• And more…

Quote of the Week

"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do."

— Mark Twain

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Trivia

Here is your trivia question of the week. The answer will be shown in next week’s newsletter. Which do you think it is? No cheating!

Which beach town near San Diego is famous for its Flower Fields?

A) Encinitas

B) Carlsbad

C) Del Mar

D) Oceanside

Answer to Last Week's Trivia:

The annual San Diego event known for showcasing international films is A) San Diego Film Festival.

News

💼 Business

10% of California credit card debt is late, 12th-highest delinquency rate in US. (Link)

San Diego built more housing last year than it did in any of the past 17 years. (Link)

🏒 Sports

Aztecs get kickoff time, TV network for season opener against Texas A&M Commerce. (Link)

San Diego Wave FC’s Kailen Sheridan named to Canada’s Olympic team, will start in goal. (Link)

🏦 Finance

San Diego County properties now valued at record $768 billion. (Link)

Upcoming Events

Here are some events that are happening in our city this week. There is a good mix between sports, entertainment, conferences, concerts, and more.

Sports

⚾ Arizona Diamondbacks at San Diego Padres
Petco Park, San Diego
Friday, Jul. 5th to Sunday, Jul. 7th | (More info)

⚾ Seattle Mariners at San Diego Padres
Petco Park, San Diego
Tuesday, Jul. 9th | (More info)

Music & Concerts

🎵 Red Fang
Casbah, San Diego
Friday, Jul. 5th | (More info)

🎵 Afrojack
Nova SD, San Diego
Saturday, Jul. 6th | (More info)

Family

🎭 Umbrella Ship x ItsFarOut Presents: "Clown Warrior Sage"
1301 Market Street, San Diego
Saturday, Jul. 6th | (More info)

Image of the Week

Every week, I have a habit of making some AI art about our city.

This week, I typed in “An entirely underground San Diego” and this is what I got.

Let me know what ideas you have for this. I really enjoy making these types of photos.

San Diego Historical Events

1945 - Establishment of the University of California, San Diego (UCSD).

In 1945, the groundwork was laid for the establishment of the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), which officially came into being in 1960. The campus, located near the pre-existing Scripps Institution of Oceanography, is the southernmost of the ten campuses of the University of California. UCSD is widely recognized for its faculty and offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, enrolling thousands of students. The university's history is deeply intertwined with the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, which catalyzed UCSD's initial growth and continues to be a division of the university.

UCSD was officially founded on November 18, 1960, as a forward-thinking experimental campus serving a few graduate students in physics, chemistry, and earth sciences. Since then, UCSD has become a hub for breakthrough research and innovation, with annual sponsored research funding consistently topping $1 billion for over a decade. The university's impact extends beyond academia, with an estimated $16.5 billion in annual economic impact in California, projected to reach $18.8 billion annually.

As UCSD celebrates its 60th anniversary, it continues to uphold its reputation for excellence in education, research, and economic contribution to the state of California. The establishment of UCSD in 1960 marked a significant milestone in the development of higher education in San Diego, and its legacy continues to shape the region's academic and economic landscape.

Famous People From San Diego

Ellen Browning Scripps - (1836-1932):

Journalist and philanthropist, significant contributor to the San Diego community:

Ellen Browning Scripps was an American journalist and philanthropist who left an indelible mark on Southern California. Her legacy as a founding donor of several major institutions in the region continues to impact the community to this day. Scripps passed away in her La Jolla home on August 3, 1932, just a few weeks before her ninety-sixth birthday.

Interested in Science and Education:

Ellen Browning Scripps was deeply interested in science and education, and she donated the bulk of her fortune to the Scripps Institution. Her commitment to advancing knowledge and learning has had a lasting impact on the academic and scientific landscape of Southern California.

Impact on San Diego:

Ellen Browning Scripps had a profound impact on San Diego, with her philanthropy contributing to the establishment of several institutions in the region. Her generosity helped fund schools and other educational initiatives, leaving a lasting legacy in the community.

Legacy and Recognition:

Scripps was nominated and inducted into the Women's Hall of Fame in 2007, hosted by the Women's Museum of California. Her contributions to journalism, philanthropy, and education continue to be celebrated and remembered, cementing her status as a significant figure in Southern California's history.

Key Achievements of Ellen Browning Scripps:

• Founding donor of several major institutions in Southern California.

• Donated the bulk of her fortune to the Scripps Institution, advancing science and education.

• Impactful philanthropy that funded schools and educational initiatives in San Diego.

• Inducted into the Women's Hall of Fame in 2007 for her contributions to journalism and philanthropy.

• Remembered as a pioneering journalist, philanthropist, and advocate for education and scientific advancement.

Ellen Browning Scripps' life and work continue to inspire and influence the community, leaving a lasting legacy that has shaped the academic, scientific, and philanthropic landscape of Southern California.

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