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Have you seen this? News 8 Throwback videos — some featuring University City news and stories

January 5, 2020 UCCA 0

Courtesy of Barb Nielsen, News 8 Archives Editor/TV News: I started the News 8 Throwback project July of 2018. Each week I pick a theme […]

What’s news in University City? Looking back on 2019, moving forward into 2020

December 29, 2019 UCCA 0

Looking back on 2019: UCCA takes a look back at some of the notable events and stories affecting the University City community in 2019. Do […]

Union Tribune: University City “beloved” golf course going out with a whimper; closing October 31

October 30, 2019 UCCA 0

Update posted 11/02/2019: It’s UCCA’s understanding that the golf course and surrounding housing are subject to Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 98-0408. UCCA (Diane Ahern) […]

Celebrating 30 Years: Do you know your UC Celebration history?

June 16, 2019 UCCA 0

Sandy Lippe has kept much of the UC Celebration history alive, not only by her involvement in the annual event, but in keeping some of […]

4th of July UC Celebration planning group meets March 6 at 7 PM

March 4, 2019 UCCA 0

Do you and your kids enjoy the family fun of the UC Celebration? Would you like to meet some of your neighbors who are volunteering […]

Planning Department publishes University Community Atlas: Existing Conditions 2018

January 20, 2019 UCCA 0

The University Community Planning Group (UCPG) and the City of San Diego are updating the University Community Plan. The updated Community Plan will consider current […]

Flashback to 1970: Want to go for a ride? Take a drive on Governor courtesy of the City Clerk

January 19, 2019 UCCA 0

Who remembers houses selling for $31,000? Thrifty and Safeway? University Gardens and University Village subdivisions? Gas stations at Regents? San Diego Trust and Savings? The […]

University City year in review: Looking back on 2018, moving forward into 2019

December 29, 2018 UCCA 0

Do you remember when the Regents Road ‘West End Project’ construction got underway? How about the two parking lot incidents that changed the patio space […]

10 Years Later, University City Neighbors host Memorial and Tree Dedication to Honor Victims of Jet Crash

December 9, 2018 UCCA 0

From Barry Bernstein, UCCA President: Over a hundred University City area residents, along with many elected officials, first responders, San Diego Park and Recreation, U.S. […]

Union Tribune: A decade later, a San Diego neighborhood is still reeling from a tragic plane crash

December 8, 2018 UCCA 0

On December 8, 2008, an F/A-18 jet approaching Marine Corps Air Station Miramar crashed in San Diego’s University City. (Photo by K.C. Alfred / The […]

KPBS YouTube: 10 Years Later, University City Residents Honor Victims Of F-18 Crash

December 7, 2018 UCCA 0

Ten years ago a Marine F-18 crashed into a University City neighborhood. KPBS Military Reporter Steve Walsh had this look back at some of the […]

Do you remember where you were December 8, 2008? If you lived in San Diego, you probably do.

December 6, 2018 UCCA 0

If you were in University City, it probably started out as any other day. It was Monday, trash day for many, and the weather was […]

Dec 8 Crash Anniversary: Program Guide for December 8 Memorial and Tree Dedication

December 2, 2018 UCCA 0

NOTE: All who plan to attend (and those unable to join us) are encouraged to set their alarms for 11:58 AM on December 8 to […]

Save the Date December 8: F-18 Crash Anniversary, Memorial and Tree Dedication

November 28, 2018 UCCA 0

December 8, 2018, is the 10th anniversary of the F-18 jet crash in University City that took the lives of four members of the same […]

University City to remember 10th anniversary of F-18 jet crash with memorial and tree dedication

November 8, 2018 UCCA 0

December 8, 2018, is the 10th anniversary of the F-18 fighter jet crash in University City that killed four members of the same family, destroyed […]

Advocating for safe aviation in University City and San Diego County

November 5, 2018 UCCA 0

UCCA thanks Chairwoman Kristin Gaspar of the County Board of Supervisors for meeting with representatives of University City Community Association (UCCA) and Citizens Advocating Safe […]

University City Residents Form Safe Aviation Watchdog Group

October 14, 2018 UCCA 0

Citizens Advocating Safe Aviation (CASA) watchdog group was formed by a group of citizens in San Diego’s University City neighborhood after the December 8, 2008, […]

Happy Anniversary, University Community Library!

April 29, 2018 UCCA 0

Library staff, volunteers, and patrons of all ages enjoyed a Saturday afternoon filled with music and memories, activities and refreshments, and even a book sale, as […]

UC Moms Sharing Mother’s Day Memories

May 14, 2017 UCCA 0

Happy Mother’s Day, University City! A special Mother’s Day and UCCA Newsletter 15th Anniversary thank you to the moms who resurrected UCCA in 2002: Sandy […]

History of Spreckels Elementary

May 6, 2017 UCCA 0

Courtesy of Betty Kellers: Our family moved to San DIego in February of 1972. If you moved here after 1981, it would be hard for […]

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  • Back to School 2026: San Diego Unified opens Enrollment Hubs to register children from now until July 2

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  • Have you heard? University Community Library has Re-Opened

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  • Back to School 2026: San Diego Unified opens Enrollment Hubs to register children from now until July 2 June 10, 2026
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  • Pure Water Nighttime Construction Work on Genesee likely to impact Governor June 7, 2026
  • Have you heard? University Community Library has Re-Opened June 6, 2026
  • Zoom Recording for Tue Jun 9: UCPG Planning Group meets in hybrid format with Zoom option at 6 PM June 5, 2026
  • Zoom recording for Mon Jun 8, 6 pm, FSC presents Fire Safe Your Home Insurance June 4, 2026
  • University Community Library Grand Re-Opening Friday, June 5; Friends host Book Sale June 2, 2026
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Who and What is UCCA?

University City Community Association (UCCA) is a volunteer non-profit 501(c)(4) organization funded through membership dues, which provides and promotes the civic, cultural, social, educational and recreational development and improvement in University City (a neighborhood of San Diego, CA).

UCCA provides a forum where the interests of residents may be expressed and contributions made to the protection of life and property in the community. And we are volunteers!

UniversityCityNews.org is the website of UCCA. 

➡️Please note: Information and advertising items included for publication in our print newsletter or on our websites or shared at our community meetings do not constitute an endorsement by the University City Community Association (UCCA) organization or its board members.⬅️

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3298 Governor Dr, PO Box 22574
San Diego, CA 92122

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Be the Eyes and Ears of UC: The University City Community Association Newsletter is comprised of information sent to the editor. The association does not have reporters, photographers or staff. You are welcome to write and submit articles and story suggestions that pertain to community and residents.

We welcome community contributors. For more information, visit : https://www.universitycitynews.org/ucca-newsletter-archives/

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Event Notice!  Due to changing conditions and evolving technologies, events and meetings listed in the print newsletter are subject to change and may have been rescheduled or are held via Zoom or other video conferencing software.

Please check with your event planner or venue for more information.

General Meetings: In 2026, UCCA general meetings will be every other month in person on the third Tuesday of the month at the Library at 4155 Governor Drive from 5:30 to 7:30 PM or at the Standley Recreation Center Center 3585 Governor Drive.

General meetings will be January, March, May, July, September, and November. In addition, UCCA will periodically host special one-topic meetings. Please refer to the current newsletter for the schedule.

For a list of current events, visit https://www.universitycitynews.org/category/events/

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