Campus News
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United Way, UCSC partner to lend a helping hand
The campus United Way Campaign, which has the theme “Our Community United–Local Dollars, Local Solutions,” hopes to raise $75,000.
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Chemistry Professor Anthony Fink wins Outstanding Faculty Award
UCSC’s Division of Physical and Biological Sciences has awarded its highest honor, the Outstanding Faculty Award, to Anthony Fink, professor of chemistry and biochemistry.
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Students invited to become UC LEADS scholars
The UC LEADS program identifies students who are traditionally underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields who have strong leadership skills and the potential to earn Ph.D.s.
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Celebrating international education
UCSC will join college campuses around the world November 12-16 in celebration of the seventh annual International Education Week by offering an array of programs and activities for the campus and the Santa Cruz community.
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National engineering honor society approves UCSC chapter
Tau Beta Pi, the national engineering honor society, has approved the installation of a chapter at UC Santa Cruz.
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Undergraduates tailor UCSC Genome Browser to aid malaria research
UCSC undergraduates have created a genome browser for studying the malaria parasite, enabling a team of UCSC researchers to discover previously unknown genes that could help in the search for antimalarial drugs.
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UCSC earns high ranking for conservation biology research
When it comes to conservation research, UCSC ranks as the fourth most productive institution in North America, according to a study published in the October issue of Conservation Biology.
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Faculty, staff, students eligible for Arts & Lectures discounts
UCSC’s Arts & Lectures program offers discounted tickets to three of its largest groups of patrons: UCSC faculty, staff, and students. Faculty and staff are eligible for $5 to $10 savings on ticket prices for most shows. UCSC students also receive discounts on ticket prices. Advance purchases (up to an hour before the show) can…
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Ways to help families affected by Southern California fires
There are many ways in which members of the campus community can provide support to the victims of the recent Southern California fires. Here are several of them: . UCSC’s Student Volunteer Center is currently coordinating projects to assist the victims of the fires. Please contact the center if you are interested in helping. .…
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UCSC in the News
UCSC in the News is a weekly column summarizing prominent media placements UCSC faculty, staff, and students have received.
