Campus News
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Alumna Kathryn Sullivan enshrined in the National Aviation Hall of Fame
Kathryn Sullivan (Cowell ’73, Earth sciences) was the first American woman to walk in space, the first woman to reach the deepest point of the ocean floor, and the only person to ever do both. On Sept. 22, she was enshrined in the National Aviation Hall of Fame in Washington, DC.
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Vice Chancellor Akirah Bradley-Armstrong shares a welcome message with all students
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.
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HSI Leadership team welcomes campus to fall quarter; encourages participation in upcoming signature events
On the heels of celebrating National HSI Week last week and kicking off Latinx Heritage month on Friday, September 15, members of the HSI Leadership team wish to extend all Banana Slugs a warm, fall welcome. The message highlights key resources for students and invites the campus community to participate in upcoming fall…
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UCSC faculty member co-chaired APA task force on obstacles to promotion, tenure, and retention for psychology faculty of color
Psychology Professor Margarita Azmitia co-chaired an American Psychological Association (APA) task force that was appointed to report on obstacles to promotion, tenure, and retention for psychology faculty of color.
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Celebrating UCSC’s 2023 Alumni Award Recipients
Seven UCSC alumni will be presented with awards for demonstrating outstanding professional achievements, making distinct contributions to society, providing impactful contributions to UC Santa Cruz, and embodying the values and spirit of the university.
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Generative AI in Teaching and Learning – Link Corrected
Rapidly advancing generative AI (artificial intelligence) tools like ChatGPT, Bard, and DALL-E are changing teaching and learning at UC Santa Cruz leaving no discipline untouched.
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Campus air quality
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.
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National Postdoc Appreciation Week: Featuring Priya Crosby and Will DeRocco
National Postdoc Appreciation Week, organized by the National Postdoc Association (NPA) since 2009, takes place this year from September 18-22. This year, the UC Santa Cruz Science Division is highlighting the work of two outstanding postdocs: Priya Crosby and Will DeRocco.
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Eric Palkovacs is awarded the 2023 Excellence in Fisheries Education Award
Eric Palkovacs has been awarded the 2023 Excellence in Fisheries Education Award by the American Fisheries Society, the organization announced. This award is presented to an individual to recognize excellence in organized teaching and advising in some aspect of fisheries education.
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Fund your student research project or event with the 2023 CITRIS Tech for Social Good program
The Tech for Social Good program provides up to $5,000 in funding for research projects and up to $1,000 for events.
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Notice of Open Comment – Policy on Vaccination Programs
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.
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Reimagining digital presence, UC Santa Cruz debuts new homepage
Creating a digital presence that reflects excellence and impact, UC Santa Cruz debuted today a new homepage with a modern and responsive design, crisp language, stunning photos, and compelling videos.