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TLC Faculty Director Announcement
March 19, 2024
Teaching and Learning Center - Director Candidate Public Talk
March 19, 2024
UC Center Sacramento Director Recruitment
March 19, 2024
UCSC Academic Affairs
March 19, 2024
Staff Scholarship Award Program Spring Application Cycle OPENS TODAY
March 15, 2024
Celebrating and Observing Ramadan, Easter and Passover
March 11, 2024
With the end of winter quarter instruction this week and final exams starting on March 18, this is a stressful time. Students observing these holy days may miss classes and/or request extensions for assignments. Some will also limit or avoid the use of technology, including virtual learning platforms.
Information about Ramadan at UCSC
March 8, 2024
This message is intended to provide our campus community with information about observing and celebrating Ramadan.
Important changes to UCSC Google service
March 7, 2024
In February 2021, Google announced changes to Google Workspace for Education ending unlimited free storage.
UC Santa Cruz breaks records with increased applications for Fall 2024
March 6, 2024
The University of California, Santa Cruz has once again received a record number of applications highlighting the desirability of the educational experience the campus provides. Leading at the intersection of innovation and social justice, UC Santa Cruz is actively fostering a community of forward-thinkers committed to driving positive change. The campus draws a diverse and accomplished applicant pool, comprising scholars poised to catalyze positive change worldwide.
The Staff Advisory Board reminds you to attend our Winter Forum on Wednesday, March 6
March 5, 2024
Our guests are members of different departments on campus that deal with discrimination, harassment and dispute resolution, as well as disability accommodation requests and complaints.
Annual Pre-Retirement Planning Series for July 1 retirements and those within 5 years of UC retirement
March 5, 2024
UC Santa Cruz’s Benefits Office is offering the 2024 Pre-Retirement Planning Workshop series through March 22.
Notice of open comment period ALPR policy
March 5, 2024
The Division of Finance, Operations, and Administration is inviting comments on the proposed Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) policy through April 5, 2024.
UC National Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement Webinar Series
February 26, 2024
I write on behalf of Michelle Deutchman, executive director for the UC National Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement, to make you aware of a webinar series for UC faculty and staff that is occurring right now.
Mourning the tragic death of our student
February 26, 2024
It is with the deepest sorrow that I share the news that one of our students succumbed on Friday to fatal injuries she endured early that morning at Seabright State Beach.
Annual notice on employees responsible for reporting discrimination, sexual violence or sexual harassment
February 22, 2024
To promote a healthy campus climate, we encourage everyone in our community to report incidents of sexual violence, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation to EEP.
Invitation to the SAB Virtual Winter Forum
February 22, 2024
The Staff Advisory Board enthusiastically invites you to attend our second Winter Forum on Wednesday, March 6th, 2024, at 1:00 p.m.
Planned power outage at residential campus on Sunday, February 25
February 21, 2024
UC Santa Cruz will experience a planned power outage from 7 a.m to 3 p.m on Sunday, February 25. The outage will impact most of the residential campus including all ten colleges and many upper campus facilities.
President Drake announces new Systemwide Office of Civil Rights
February 20, 2024
The University of California’s first Systemwide Office of Civil Rights was launched on Feb. 20, 2024.
UC Santa Cruz Physicist Joel Primack wins 2024 AAAS Abelson Prize
February 13, 2024
The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) has awarded the prestigious 2024 Philip Hauge Abelson Prize to Joel R. Primack, distinguished professor of physics emeritus at the University of California, Santa Cruz and a key architect of the Cold Dark Matter theory.
UC Santa Cruz welcomes new AVC for planning, design, and construction
February 13, 2024
Update on the campus budget
February 12, 2024
Campus leadership has been involved in discussions to address a projected growing structural deficit in our core budget in a timely manner.
Commencement schedule announced
February 12, 2024
This spring’s ceremonies will be held on the East Upper Field from June 14–17, 2024.
Addressing Bias and Bigotry: Call for Ideas
February 8, 2024
The University of California Office of the President (UCOP) is providing each campus with on-time funds to combat bias, bigotry and discrimination stemming from recent global events.
Undergraduate Public Fellows Program connects humanities studies with real-world impact
February 6, 2024
The Humanities Institute's Public Fellows Program offers a mutually enriching opportunity for students to bring the humanities skills and knowledge they acquire in their university courses to diverse roles at non-profit organizations, museums, cultural institutions, and publishing venues.
Attend a housing information session
February 6, 2024
Housing information sessions are the best opportunity for continuing students to learn about the housing application and assignment process.
Our plans for Commencement 2024
February 5, 2024
This spring’s ceremonies will be held on the East Upper Field from June 14–17, 2024.
Important Update on Preferred, Primary, Lived, and Legal Names in MyUCSC
February 1, 2024
We are excited to share important updates regarding the implementation plans for the UC Gender Recognition and Lived Name (GRLN) Policy announced on December 12, 2023, by CP/EVC Lori Kletzer.
Promoting safe campus transit services
February 1, 2024
The safety of our campus community is our utmost priority and we want every rider to be confident that our drivers and shuttles are meeting or exceeding expectations in the delivery of transit services.
Preparing for storms on Wednesday and Thursday
January 30, 2024
Over the coming days, we expect a major winter storm to affect Santa Cruz County alongside much of California.
Guide to 2024-2025 continuing undergraduate student housing
January 30, 2024
On Monday, January 29, all undergraduate students currently living in university housing received this email update about the 2024-25 continuing undergraduate student housing process. This email includes information about housing information sessions, the application period, the housing waitlist, and off-campus housing resources.
Decarbonization & Electrification Town Hall Meeting
January 30, 2024
Add/Drop/Swap and Undergrad Part-Time Deadline Extended
January 29, 2024
Planning for possible disruptions on Friday
January 25, 2024
There have been several posts on social media calling for a demonstration at the base of campus from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday. While we do not know how the event will unfold, blocking entrances is disruptive activity and not legally protected speech or sanctioned labor activity.
Section of Hagar Road closed
January 23, 2024
A section of Hagar Road between Steinhart Way and just above the East Remote Parking Lot will remain closed until further notice. The heavy rain appears to have caused damage to the road.
Information security statement on generative AI
January 23, 2024
Although AI offers new and powerful capabilities for research and education, it also poses a potential risk to institutional data that UC Santa Cruz is legally and ethically obligated to protect.
Important updates regarding 2024-25 continuing student housing process
January 23, 2024
Resources supporting community during Israel-Hamas War
January 22, 2024
Last quarter our UC Santa Cruz community was deeply affected by the conflict in Israel and Palestine. With the violence continuing, we anticipate that our students, instructors and staff will continue to be impacted by these events. A number of resources are available on campus to our instructional community and students to support trauma-informed and inclusive teaching and learning and to uphold the health and well-being of our community members.
Terrie Williams honored with 2024 National Academy of Sciences Daniel Giraud Elliot Medal
January 22, 2024
The National Academy of Sciences will honor 20 individuals with awards recognizing their extraordinary scientific achievements in a wide range of fields spanning the physical, biological, social, and medical sciences. Among the esteemed awardees is Terrie M. Williams, a comparative ecophysiologist from the University of California, Santa Cruz, who will be honored with the 2024 NAS Award in the Evolution of Earth and Life - Daniel Giraud Elliot Medal.
Students search for hidden black hole activity
January 18, 2024
When stars get too close to the supermassive black holes at the centers of galaxies, the black holes shred them apart in a process called a tidal disruption event (TDE). These TDEs cause bright flashes, but recent models suggest that scientists should see more of them than have been observed.
UC Santa Cruz will lead development of next-generation telescope alignment system
January 18, 2024
The National Science Foundation recently awarded $3.9 million to researchers at the University of California, Santa Cruz as the lead institution for the development of a next-gen telescope alignment system. The researchers will work with an international team to build and test systems in Santa Cruz and eventually install the final designs in seven telescopes at three ground-based observatory sites around the world.
UC Santa Cruz’s Center for Coastal Climate Resilience partnering with EY on Open Science Data Challenge on Coastal Resilience for students
January 18, 2024
Climate change is here, and so are its impacts on our communities. Globally, coastal hazards produce increasing costs, often to the most vulnerable populations. That’s why UC Santa Cruz’s Center for Coastal Climate Resilience (CCCR) and the University of California Disaster Resilience Network (UCDRN) are partnering with EY on its 2024 Open Science Data Challenge, focused on coastal resilience. CCCR will be hosting an event on campus on Jan. 25 for interested undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and faculty to learn more about this significant opportunity.
Invitation to the SAB Virtual Winter Forum on January 31, 2024
January 17, 2024
The purpose of the SAB-supported forums is to provide staff with an opportunity to ask questions of campus leadership.
UC Santa Cruz Humanities Division secures $1 million grant for Employing Humanities initiative
January 16, 2024
Investment from the Mellon Foundation will propel new program focused on experiential learning and career readiness for humanities students.
Leading the Change: Call for Interdisciplinary Proposals
January 12, 2024
I write to invite you to apply for the Leading the Change Collaborative Series. This series will support approximately two events per quarter from Spring 2024 through Winter 2025 that provide opportunities for collaborative, interdisciplinary conversations.
New director of Athletics and Recreation
January 11, 2024
Chris Spells has been named UC Santa Cruz’s new director of Athletics and Recreation. He brings a depth of experience overseeing daily athletic operations for NCAA varsity sports and recreational programming.
Training program helps prevent harassment in fieldwork environments
January 11, 2024
Fieldwork often puts researchers and students in remote environments that have unique challenges. The unusual setting of fieldwork can make sexual harassment and assault more likely, and it also calls for distinct approaches to prevent and respond to it. To address this systemic problem, University of Santa Cruz scientists developed a sexual harassment prevention and awareness training program specifically tailored to fieldwork environments.
Campus transit update
January 8, 2024
Over the past month as we made temporary changes to Campus Transit following the Dec. 12 bus crash.
Sad news about campus bus driver
December 31, 2023
We are heartbroken to share that UC Santa Cruz staff member Dan Stevenson died on Dec. 29, due to injuries he sustained when the bus he was driving crashed a few weeks ago.
Resources for academics experiencing online harassment
December 15, 2023
A new campus guide provides information on potential steps that can be taken to prepare for and mitigate targeted online harassment and resources to support those targeted and department administrators in navigating these situations safely.
Support resources following campus bus collision
December 13, 2023
We are deeply heartbroken to share that five students and an employee were injured last night in a UC Santa Cruz bus collision near the main entrance.
Non-Represented Staff Employee Equity Program 2023-24
December 12, 2023
As announced in the September 14, 2021 message from Chancellor Cynthia Larive and Campus Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor Lori Kletzer, UC Santa Cruz is investing $5.5 million over three years (2021/22, 2022/23, and 2023/24) in a salary equity program for our non-represented staff.
California minimum wage increase effective January 1, 2024
December 12, 2023
On January 1, 2024, the California minimum wage will increase from $15.50/hour to $16.00/hour pursuant to the California Labor Code.
Gender Recognition and Lived Name Policy
December 12, 2023
In November 2020, UC announced a systemwide Gender Recognition and Lived Name (GRLN) Policy. The deadline for full compliance with the policy is December 31, 2023. There will be some changes to the current UCSC Preferred Name process which the campus will communicate in the new year.
CPEVC remarks on academic freedom at Fall Academic Senate Meeting
December 7, 2023
I write today to convey a portion of my remarks at the Fall Academic Senate meeting held on November 29, 2023. I’d like to share some thoughts about academic freedom.
SAB Staff Mentorship Program: Application period now open
December 6, 2023
The application period is now open to participate in the 2023 UC Santa Cruz Staff Mentorship Program. The deadline to apply is January 5, 2024.
Exceptions to campus closure 2023-2024
December 5, 2023
As in the past, the UC Santa Cruz campus will close during the holiday season in an effort to conserve energy at a time when the university business is generally slow. This year the campus will be closed from Monday, December 25, 2023 through Monday, January 1, 2024, re-opening on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.
An important message about first rain
December 5, 2023
First rain activities are unsafe and unsanctioned by the University and students should refrain from participating.
Preparing the next generation of doctors
December 5, 2023
The University of California, Santa Cruz, an institution renowned for innovation, social justice, and sustainability, announces a unique Premed Postbaccalaureate Program focused on bridging looming healthcare gaps in California.
$50k Match for UCSC’s Holiday Food & Fund Drive
December 4, 2023
The UCSC Staff Advisory Board is excited to share with you that our UCSC community has received its largest Holiday Food & Fund Drive (HFFD) matching gift ever - a $50,000 matching gift from Tibi McCann and Eric Jensen!
UCPath Direct Deposit Phishing Alert
November 29, 2023
There is an ongoing phishing attempt targeting UC employees that aims to gain access to your paycheck and reroute your direct deposit.
2023/2024 Winter Campus Curtailment Time Reporting in CruzPay
November 29, 2023
Winter Campus Curtailment occurs this year from Monday, December 25, 2023 through Monday, January 1, 2024.
Visits set for Director of Athletics & Recreation candidates
November 28, 2023
Beginning Monday, December 11 and continuing through Friday, December 15, campus will conduct final in-person interviews in the search for the director of Athletics & Recreation.
Dwarf planet Eris is squishier than expected
November 28, 2023
University of California, Santa Cruz Professor of Planetary Sciences Francis Nimmo recently co-authored a Science Advances paper about the internal structure of the dwarf planet Eris.
UC Santa Cruz Silicon Valley Professional Education upgrades its Semiconductor and VLSI Engineering Certificate to address skilled professional shortage and industry growth
November 28, 2023
UC Santa Cruz Silicon Valley Professional Education is proud to announce the upgrade of its Silicon Chip Design & Semiconductor Engineering Certificate program (Formerly known as VLSI and Semiconductor Engineering), aimed at alleviating the shortage of skilled professionals in the industry and meeting the growing demands of the semiconductor sector.
New book shares expertise from UC Santa Cruz and beyond on preparing students to tackle environmental justice issues
November 21, 2023
A new book developed by UC Santa Cruz faculty and staff offers teaching examples, strategies, and classroom tools to help integrate environmental justice into courses in ways that center equity.
UCSC doctoral graduate wins prestigious Science & SciLifeLab Prize for Young Scientists
November 16, 2023
Jessica Kendall-Bar, who received her Ph.D. in ecology and evolutionary biology last year from UC Santa Cruz with co-advisors Terrie Williams and Dan Costa, was named a recipient of the prestigious Science & SciLifeLab Prize for Young Scientists for her research on elephant seal sleep habits while they are at sea.
Open enrollment ends Friday at 5 p.m. UC
November 15, 2023
UC Santa Cruz welcomes new director of Audit and Management Advisory Services
November 14, 2023
Amy Kozak has been named UC Santa Cruz’s new director of Audit and Management Advisory Services. She started her role Monday, November 13.
UCSC’s 2023 United Way Employee Campaign now underway
November 14, 2023
2023 UCSC United Way campaign has officially launched. The 2023 campaign - United in Purpose - centers the increased impact we can have when we come together, united in a common goal.
Policies regarding academic freedom and political advocacy in the classroom
November 13, 2023
I write today to draw attention, and provide references, to University of California policy regarding academic freedom and political advocacy in the classroom and other instructional spaces.
Upholding community responsibilities
November 13, 2023
As our community members seek to have their voices heard and to engage in protest, it is crucial not to let the overwhelming nature of the pain we feel cause us to abandon our obligations to each other.
Prescribed burns near campus today and tomorrow
November 8, 2023
California State Parks has announced that it will be conducting prescribed burns in Wilder Ranch today, November 8, and tomorrow, Nov. 9.
UC Santa Cruz students win three categories at Orange County Sustainability Decathlon
November 7, 2023
An interdisciplinary team of UC Santa Cruz students, many from the Rachel Carson College Sustainability Minor program, designed and built EcoHus, an innovative, affordable, net-zero house. The EcoHus team was selected to receive a $100,000 grant to participate in the 2023 Orange County Sustainability Decathlon (OCSD) held on Oct. 5-15, where they won first place in three categories, and secured second and third place in other categories.
Irene Lusztig’s Film Richland Explores a Town Grappling with its Ties to the Atomic Bomb
November 1, 2023
Irene Lusztig's latest film, Richland, tells the story of the town of the same name. The film opened at Tribeca and at the prestigious International Documentary Festival Amsterdam, it was selected to be part of the program "Signed."
Seeing “One Too Many Racist Musicals” is What Led Preston Choi to be a Playwright
November 1, 2023
Rebecca Wear, professor of Performance, Play and Design, will direct the student production of "You'll Get Used to It" at UC Santa Cruz on Nov. 3-12, 2023.
Search launches for UC Santa Cruz’s AVC for Planning, Design and Construction
October 31, 2023
Supporting our campus community amid the ongoing Middle East conflict
October 30, 2023
The days to come will continue to be difficult, and we hope we all can continue to search for common ground, strive for respectful dialogue, and seek support from friends, family, and the campus community.
Open Enrollment 2023 for UC Faculty & Staff Starts Today
October 26, 2023
Remembering the grave injustices to Japanese-Americans in the 1940s through female activism
October 24, 2023
On Tuesday, Oct. 3, Cowell College’s Eloise Pickard Smith Gallery launched a two-month exhibition entitled “Never Again is Now: Japanese American Women Activists and the Legacy of the Mass Incarceration.” The exhibit — on display through Dec. 2 — features artwork and historical renderings of women’s memories surrounding this time period, including challenges to racial and gender stereotypes, promotions of intergenerational ties, and developed coalitions of years past.
Creative Technologies, new online major in Arts Division, first of its kind on any UC campus
October 23, 2023
The Arts Division’s new Creative Technologies online major is the first of its kind on any UC campus.
Winter Curtailment 2023-2024
October 19, 2023
Our 2023-24 winter curtailment will run from Monday, December 25, 2023 through Monday, January 1, 2024.
Campus Fire Safety
October 17, 2023
For more than a decade, UC Santa Cruz has been a smoke-free campus. Under California law, “unlawfully causing a fire that recklessly sets fire to or burns or causes to be burned, any structure, forest land or property is a felony punishable with both imprisonment and fines.”
Dear Slugs: October Dean of Students Newsletter
October 17, 2023
With fall quarter now in full swing, Dean of Students Garrett Naiman shares a newsletter to connect students with campus information, resources, and events.
FUTURE in Biology program receives NSF grant to explore field courses as a tool for equity
October 12, 2023
A group of researchers at UC Santa Cruz recently received a $1.2 million grant from the National Science Foundation to study the impacts of these field courses and develop best practices for making them more accessible.
Increased bike thefts and keeping your bike safe
October 10, 2023
With the start of the academic year, UC Santa Cruz is seeing a growing number of bike thefts on campus.
Prescribed burns near campus beginning Oct. 10
October 9, 2023
California State Parks has announced that it will be conducting prescribed burns in Wilder Ranch and Año Nuevo State Parks October 10-13 and potentially beyond those dates throughout the month of October.
Statement on Israel-Hamas conflict
October 9, 2023
We have watched with deep sadness the unfolding violence in Israel and Gaza, and we are gravely concerned at the escalating conflict across the region. Our hearts go out to everyone in harm’s way and all who have been affected.
Cal-Bridge awarded $4 million to diversify STEM
October 9, 2023
The Cal-Bridge program, which supports students from historically underserved backgrounds in STEM, was recently awarded $4 million in the 2023-2024 California state budget. The funding will provide scholarships, mentorship and professional development opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students around the state in physics and astronomy, computer science, and math.
Invitation to the SAB Virtual Fall Forum on October 18th
October 6, 2023
The Staff Advisory Board enthusiastically invites you to attend its Fall Forum with Chancellor Cynthia Larive on Wednesday, October 18th, 2023.
Launching our new strategic plan, Leading the Change
October 3, 2023
We are thrilled to launch Leading the Change: The UC Santa Cruz Strategic Plan, the culmination of a campuswide conversation during the 2022-23 academic year to craft a collective vision for our future.
Nominations open for Chancellor’s Innovation Impact Awards
October 3, 2023
Nominations are open for the Chancellor’s Innovation Impact Awards Program (IIAP) Innovator of the Year category. This program celebrates UC Santa Cruz’s faculty, researchers, staff, students, and community partners and the transformational work they do.
Protect Your Digital Life – Be CyberSafe!
October 2, 2023
Every October, our campus actively engages in UC Cybersecurity Awareness Month (UCCAM), a nationwide initiative focused on heightening awareness of information security both at work and at home.
Campus-Recognized Sorority and Fraternity Transparency Act - Annual Report
October 1, 2023
In accordance with AB 524, UC Santa Cruz provides all students access to an annual report about campus-recognized sorority and fraternity greek letter organizations.
Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report
September 29, 2023
The 2023 Annual Campus Security & Fire Safety Report is now available online, in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and Higher Education Opportunity Act.
Statement by Chancellor Cynthia Larive on the passing of U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein
September 29, 2023
I am deeply saddened by the passing of U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein, a towering figure in the history of both our state and nation.
Anthropology faculty members partner on new National Science Foundation Center for Braiding Indigenous Knowledges and Science
September 28, 2023
UC Santa Cruz anthropology faculty members Tsim Schneider and Jon Daehnke received a more than $500,000 subaward through a new National Science Foundation (NSF) center that aims to address climate change by equitably combining insights from Indigenous knowledges and mainstream "Western" sciences.
Chancellor’s Update: Celebrating the start of a new academic year!
September 28, 2023
This fall feels especially energized, as in addition to welcoming new and returning students, we are swinging open the doors to our stunning new Rachel Carson/Oakes College Dining Hall, and unveiling phase one of our Kresge College revitalization and expansion.
New WiFi service for educational and smart devices
September 27, 2023
Information Technology Services (ITS) is pleased to announce a new campus WiFi service for educational and smart devices.
UC Santa Cruz welcomes new faculty to campus
September 26, 2023
UC Santa Cruz welcomes 54 new faculty members to campus who bring a wide array of expertise in research and creative scholarship that will open new areas of investigation and expression and expand existing areas of work.
Vice Chancellor Akirah Bradley-Armstrong shares a welcome message with all students
September 25, 2023
As we kick off the 2023-2024 academic year, Akirah Bradley-Armstrong, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Success, shares a welcome message with all UC Santa Cruz students.
Campus air quality
September 20, 2023
Over the next several days, the air quality in the region is expected to reach “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” to “Unhealthy” overnight and into the morning.
Notice of Open Comment – Policy on Vaccination Programs
September 19, 2023
On August 16, 2023, the University issued its Policy on Vaccination Programs – With Interim Revisions. The interim revisions moved the University’s COVID-19 vaccination program to a systemwide opt-out program for all covered individuals. The University’s seasonal influenza vaccination program remains an opt-out program.
Campus plan for transportation, parking, and traffic impacts during move-in
September 18, 2023
UC Santa Cruz is preparing to welcome more than 9,000 residential students during this year’s Move-In event, taking place starting Thursday, September 21, and concluding Wednesday, September 27.
UC Santa Cruz Computer Game Design program ranked top five in the nation by U.S. News and World Report
September 18, 2023
The Computer Game Design program at the University of California, Santa Cruz, was listed in the top five best game/simulation development programs in the nation according to rankings released today by U.S. News and World Report.
Campus leaders showcase innovation, entrepreneurship efforts to special Regents committee
September 5, 2023
UC Santa Cruz Chancellor Cynthia Larive and other campus leaders showcased the university’s innovation and entrepreneurship initiatives to a group of UC regents and external advisors on Monday.
Notice of policy action – Policy on Vaccination Programs
September 5, 2023
The Policy on Vaccination Programs – With Interim Revisions was updated with interim revisions effective August 16, 2023. A systemwide review of this policy will take place in Fall 2023, with an expected issuance/effective date in early 2024.
Welcome PBSci Dean Bryan Gaensler
August 22, 2023
I am excited to welcome Bryan Gaensler to UC Santa Cruz as our new Dean of Physical and Biological Sciences. His first day was August 15.
UC Santa Cruz’s Institute of the Arts and Sciences presents West Coast Premiere of Maria Gaspar: Compositions
August 15, 2023
UC Santa Cruz’s Institute of the Arts and Sciences, is opening a new exhibition beginning on September 26, 2023 that goes through March 3, 2024. Entitled Maria Gaspar: Compositions, it is the first West Coast solo exhibition by the Chicago-based, Guggenheim-winning artist.
Student-supported global research compares regional relationships with Big Pharma
August 3, 2023
Recent UC Santa Cruz graduates helped to author a study on the strategies governments use to attract and manage the biopharmaceutical industry, focusing in particular on the different types of economic value and health value that these efforts provide, or fail to provide, to citizens.
Golden-crowned sparrows return to overwintering sites in part because of their friends
July 31, 2023
Golden-crowned sparrows return to the same wintering sites each year after migrating thousands of miles. But their precision — which is often within the tens of meters — depends in part on the return of their friends.
Search for Director of Audit and Management Advisory Services
July 25, 2023
UC Santa Cruz is launching a national search for the director of Audit and Management Advisory Services. Internal audit provides a critical assessment, monitoring and consultative role in assisting the chancellor and senior leaders in their oversight, management and operating responsibilities.
Announcing Associate Campus Provost for Academic Success
July 11, 2023
Jody Greene, Professor of Literature, and Associate Vice Provost for Teaching and Learning in Academic Affairs, will join the Campus Provost's office as Associate Campus Provost for Academic Success, starting July 1, 2023.
Announcing new AVC for Staff Human Resources and Chief Human Resources Officer
July 11, 2023
Kamala Green will be joining Staff Human Resources (SHR) as our next Associate Vice Chancellor for Staff Human Resources and Chief Human Resources Officer effective July 17.
UC Santa Cruz’s global impact grows as campus becomes next leader of Right Livelihood College network
July 6, 2023
As the Global Secretariat of the Right Livelihood College, UC Santa Cruz students and faculty to work directly with some of the world’s leading advocates in social justice and sustainability on education, scientific research, and practical activities that spread and upscale their work.
Statement on Supreme Court decision on equal rights
June 30, 2023
We are dismayed to see the U.S. Supreme Court chipping away at the legal protections and freedoms of same-sex couples and people in additional protected classes.
Statement on Supreme Court decision on Biden’s student loan forgiveness
June 30, 2023
Today’s Supreme Court ruling rejecting President Biden’s plan to forgive more than $400 billion in student loan debt is deeply disappointing to the 26 million borrowers who stood to benefit — thousands of Banana Slug alumni certainly among them.
Statement on Supreme Court decision regarding college admissions
June 29, 2023
Taken together with other federal and state actions across the country, today’s decision is not simply about admissions, but the latest attempt to dismantle evidence-based efforts aimed at reducing systemic barriers to opportunity experienced by historically marginalized populations, including communities of color.
UCSC’s Center for Coastal Climate Resilience awards over $4.6 million to support California coastal projects
June 28, 2023
The UCSC Center for Coastal Climate Resilience has awarded over $4.6 million in funding to 23 UC Santa Cruz research groups for pilot projects and implementation projects supporting efforts to fight climate change in coastal communities across California and beyond. Funds for these grant programs came from the California State Budget Act of 2022-23.
Q&A with John MacMillan, vice chancellor for research
June 27, 2023
After nearly two years as the interim Vice Chancellor for Research (VCR) for UC Santa Cruz, John MacMillan was appointed to the permanent VCR role on June 1, 2023, after a nationwide search. Here he discusses his vision for UC Santa Cruz and its research enterprise.
UC Santa Cruz receives $10 million grant to cultivate diverse food and agriculture professionals
June 22, 2023
The United States Department of Agriculture awarded the University of California, Santa Cruz a $10 million grant to lead a transformative five-year project. The funding will be leveraged to serve and uplift a broad range of students and community members, ensuring a lasting impact on the food and agriculture sector.
Paul Koch stepping down after 12 years as dean of physical and biological sciences
June 20, 2023
The Division of Physical and Biological Sciences has made exceptional strides in key areas under Dean Koch’s leadership.
Campus update: Quarter ends today, congrats to new graduates, still time to enroll in Summer Session
June 15, 2023
Today marks the final day of spring quarter and the start of commencement!
Astronomers observe giant tails of helium escaping Jupiter-like planet
June 7, 2023
Heat from the host star is evaporating the atmosphere from a “hot Jupiter” exoplanet, creating some of the longest gas tails ever observed around a planet.
Nominations for UC Santa Cruz's Outstanding Staff Award
June 6, 2023
Please help us honor UC Santa Cruz's outstanding staff and make your nomination for the Outstanding Staff Award today.
Eligibility criteria for policy-covered staff - general salary increase for 2023-24
June 5, 2023
As previously announced by the Chancellor on April 26, 2023, the Office of the President has announced a 4.6% salary increase in the 2023-24 fiscal year for all eligible policy-covered staff.
UC Santa Cruz now offers graduate degrees in materials science and engineering
June 1, 2023
The interdisciplinary program will serve students interested in developing new materials for next-generation technologies.
UC Santa Cruz offers new major in microbiology
June 1, 2023
UCSC is offering a new major in microbiology leading to a B.S. degree, administered by the Department of Microbiology and Environmental Toxicology.
Judit Moschkovich joins two national leadership programs for mathematics education
May 31, 2023
Moschkovich is now a member of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine's U.S. National Commission on Mathematics Instruction and a co chair of the National Academy of Education's Equity in Math Education Research Grants (EMERG) Program.
Announcing our new Vice Chancellor for Research
May 30, 2023
John MacMillan, who has served as interim Vice Chancellor for Research since July 2021, has accepted our offer to serve in the position on a permanent basis.
Campus update: Quarter winding down, commencement plans in place, enroll in Summer Session now
May 18, 2023
The next few weeks are among the busiest of the academic year. Instruction ends June 9, followed by finals, commencement, and then it’s on to summer!
New director of Labor & Employee Relations
May 16, 2023
We are pleased to announce that Andrew Slobodien will be joining Staff Human Resources (SHR) as our next Director of Employee and Labor Relations.
Vote Now in 2023 Campus Elections
May 15, 2023
Students are invited to cast their votes on important campus initiatives such SUA constitutional amendments, student fee measures, opinion polls, and officer elections for undergraduate and graduate student government.
May 25—SAB’s Spring Chancellor Forum
May 15, 2023
The Staff Advisory Board continues to support staff by amplifying your voices to campus leadership. Our upcoming spring forum will be with Chancellor Cindy Larive.
UC Santa Cruz ranked No. 2 Best Public University for Making an Impact by Princeton Review
May 12, 2023
For the second year in a row, UC Santa Cruz has been ranked as the No. 2 Best Public University for Making an Impact by Princeton Review.
Campus researchers make history with release of first human pangenome
May 10, 2023
We are extremely proud to share the news that UC Santa Cruz scientists played a critical role in an enormous scientific achievement that boosts our understanding of human biology and genomic diversity, and will ultimately help diagnose disease and guide treatments for people worldwide.
Strategic Plan Update: Feedback requested by June 30
May 9, 2023
We are pleased to announce a critical milestone in our campus community’s work on Leading the Change: the UC Santa Cruz Strategic Plan.
Full support of staff participating in staff organizations
May 5, 2023
Every member of the UC Santa Cruz community has a role in fostering and sustaining a safe, caring and welcoming campus environment.
Statement from Chancellor Larive on antisemitic and anti-LGBTQIA+ incidents
May 5, 2023
These acts are abhorrent and antithetical to our values and commitment to access to higher education.
Announcing appointment of UCSC Chief of Police
May 2, 2023
Kevin Domby has been appointed to the position of Executive Director of Public Safety and UC Santa Cruz Chief of Police. Monday was Chief Domby’s first day.
Rejecting hate on our campus
April 30, 2023
We unequivocally condemn these – and all – antisemitic and anti-LGBTQIA+ actions.
Announcing the SAB Election Results
April 27, 2023
The Staff Advisory Board is excited to admit seven campus staff to the Staff Advisory Board.
Anticipated salary increase policy-covered staff, academic appointees
April 26, 2023
We are pleased to share the news from the UC Office of the President that for the second year in a row, all eligible policy-covered staff employees, senate faculty and policy-covered academic appointees will receive a salary increase, pending approval of the state budget.
New annual testing program to verify our water quality
April 25, 2023
In an effort to promote openness related to our drinking water and provide assurance that it continues to meet or exceed state and federal quality standards, I am pleased to share that we will begin a new annual testing program.
No lead detected in water samples
April 18, 2023
We're happy to report that this sensitive and accurate testing of our water samples did not detect any lead. The tests conducted were extremely rigorous.
Director of Athletics and Recreation Susan Harriman stepping down
April 18, 2023
Director of Athletics and Recreation Susan Harriman will be stepping down effective May 5th, 2023.
Two film and digital media faculty receive 2023 Guggenheim Fellowship Awards
April 18, 2023
Sharon Daniel and Anna Friz were among 171 artists, scholars, scientists and writers selected from nearly 2,500 applicants for the award.
Ensuring our water quality
April 15, 2023
We take seriously the health and safety of students, faculty, and staff, and want to do all we can to ensure our water quality continues to meet or exceed all regulatory requirements. We will provide updates as we learn more.
Campus Update: Celebrating Earth Day, thanks for Spring Give supporters, astrophysicist on ‘60 Minutes’
April 13, 2023
Our campus has long championed environmental justice and sustainability, and continues to teach and train some of the nation's top environmental professionals and practitioners.
Colombian all-female team uncovers naturalist Elizabeth Kerr’s long-forgotten legacy
April 11, 2023
Many fields of study have long been dominated by men but a team of eight female Colombian researchers are committed to uncovering the story of naturalist pioneer Elizabeth Kerr, whose legacy had remained invisible despite her vast contributions to ornithology.
Final Report of the Implementation Task Force for Inclusive Excellence in Graduate Education (the ITF)
April 11, 2023
It is my pleasure to transmit the final report of the Implementation Task Force for Inclusive Excellence in Graduate Education (the ITF).
Fireworks not allowed on campus, pose significant fire risk
April 10, 2023
On Saturday evening, an unknown person set off a firework in a grassy area near the West Remote Parking Lot.
Milestone land acknowledgement event brings campus, local tribe and community members together
April 4, 2023
On Wednesday, April 12, the campus will host its first Land Acknowledgment event, recognizing the Amah Mutsun Tribal Band and its place in the local history of the land and the creation of UC Santa Cruz. The event will aim to answer the community’s questions about land acknowledgments, and the importance of such events moving forward.
New program advises UCSC Ph.D. students on their path to entrepreneurship and venture capital
March 30, 2023
Many student-led innovations never make it out of the lab. A new program at UC Santa Cruz aims to change that by mentoring Ph.D. students in the life sciences on alternative career pathways outside academia: entrepreneurship and venture capital.
Community health guidance for returning from spring break
March 30, 2023
As you prepare to return to campus and begin spring quarter, we write to share community health guidance as related to COVID-19.
Community health guidance for returning from spring break
March 30, 2023
This message from Student Health Services shares guidance to help our campus community mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
Staff Appreciation Picnic Save the Date and Tabling Information
March 30, 2023
Please save the date for our annual Staff Appreciation Picnic.
New partner for Employee Assistance Program
March 29, 2023
Starting Saturday, April 1, ComPsych will be our new partner for delivering services and support for our Employee Assistance Program.
Honoring the contributions of Gordon Moore
March 27, 2023
Science has lost one of its greatest champions with the death of Gordon Moore, a visionary engineer whose pioneering work on semiconductors set the stage for a technological revolution that changed the world in countless ways and enabled research breakthroughs in fields far and wide.
Grant funds Sarker's aquaculture sustainability research
March 25, 2023
Pallab Sarker received a foundation grant fund from the Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation, amounting to $170,947 over three years to strengthen his lab’s ecological aquaculture work.
Thankful for our community
March 22, 2023
We are so proud to be part of our outstanding Banana Slug community.
Notice of Open Comment – UC Clery Act Policy
March 21, 2023
The University of California Office of the President invites comments on the interim Clery Act Policy – Campus Safety and Security Reporting.