2009  Student News

H1N1 Flu Shots Friday 1/8/10 at Student Union

Shakespeare Santa Cruz announces 2010 season lineup

The 2010 Shakespeare Santa Cruz season will feature a slate of three plays that explore the theme of "love" in all of its ramifications--from first blush, to wrenching jealousy, to familial dysfunction of the highest order.

Clarification of paystation operating hours

H1N1 and Seasonal Flu Shots available for walk-ins at Student Union

Changes to hourly parking on January 4th

UCSC philosophy students win regionals in national Ethics Bowl competition

A team of UCSC philosophy students won first place this past weekend at the California Regional Ethics Bowl Tournament held in Chico, qualifying them to compete in the National Ethics competition on March 4 in Cincinnati, Ohio.

H1N1 Flu and Seasonal Flu Shots Thursday 12/10/09 at Student Union

Sophomore Gemma Givens will attend U.N. climate change conference in Copenhagen

Sophomore Gemma Givens will attend the United Nations international conference on climate change in December.

Students embrace UCSC's Program in Community and Agroecology

Thanksgiving comes only once a year, but a group of UCSC students gathers to share a meal at least three times a week as part of a unique program.

Psych undergrad organizes Sunshine Villa art show to benefit food bank

Psychology major Talia Gonzalez organized an art sale at Sunshine Villa that raised $550 for Second Harvest Food Bank.

Student Affairs update on end of Kerr Hall occupation

Update on Kerr Hall Occupation and Demonstration Activity

Student protest impacts campus transportation

Approximately 300 students gathered at noon on Wednesday, November 18, at Quarry Plaza to protest the student fee proposal currently before the UC Board of Regents.

Campus Bike Survey

Internship Opportunity - Campus Life Ambassador Program

XpressIt! moving December 11

Regents committee endorses fee hike in effort to close gap in state funding

Faced with a state funding gap of $1.2 billion next year, a UC Regents' committee voted today (Nov. 18) to increase student fees and adopt a financial plan that asks the state to fully fund the university's needs.

Campus Elections - Mandatory Orientation for Student Fee Referendum and Opinion Polls

Ridesharing opportunity for Thanksgiving

In memoriam: Lena Loucks

2009 UC Ethical Values and Conduct & Conflict of Interest Compliance Briefings

Project YouCan: UC Santa Cruz joins other UC campuses by pledging to double fundraising goal for student financial support

University of California President Mark Yudof has announced that the system's ten campuses have embarked on a four-year effort to raise $1 billion for student financial support programs.

H1N1 Flu Shots for Students

Loik leads international collaboration on precipitation research

Michael Loik of environmental studies is the lead scientist on an international study of precipitation that's part of Biosphere 2.

UC Santa Cruz to offer new Ph.D program in Film and Digital Media

UCSC announces a new graduate program leading to a Ph.D. in Film and Digital Media.

Job fair helps students consider graduate school

Vandalism at Humanities building

EVC/Campus Provost Kliger writes about vandalism in and around the Humanities 2 Building.

Cancellation of Flu Shot Clinic

UC Santa Cruz announces Shakespeare Santa Cruz will continue in 2010 with 29th season

UC Santa Cruz announced today that Shakespeare Santa Cruz (SSC)-the university's nationally renowned theater company in residence at the campus-will continue in 2010 to present its annual season.

Regents Chairman Gould, President Yudof urge participation in UC's Commission on the Future

Theater Arts professor Mark Franko to moderate panel on choreographing human rights issues at Lincoln Center

UCSC Theater Arts professor Mark Franko will moderate a roundtable discussion titled "Rights to Move: Choreographing the Human Rights Struggle," at Lincoln Center on October 10

Important Flu Information

UCSC arts and science faculty collaborate for exhibition at Sesnon Gallery

"Full Disclosure"--an exhibition opening on October 7 at UCSC's Sesnon Gallery-is built upon the idea of "failure" as a path to learning.

National Science Foundation One-Day Workshop

'The ground started moving all around me'

When the Loma Prieta Earthquake struck on October 17, 1989, the UCSC campus sustained some damage--but nothing like that of the San Francisco Bay Area and elsewhere in Santa Cruz County.

Seasonal Flu Shot Clinics on Campus for Students

Founders Day Dinner October 23

New email service for UCSC students--SlugMail

Information Technology Services has begun offering a new email service for students called SlugMail, powered by Google.

In Memoriam: Austin Plummer

Impact of the Flu Season on Instruction

UC Santa Cruz welcomes 11 Pister Scholarship students to campus as 2009-10 school year begins

Eleven dedicated community college transfer students will attend UC Santa Cruz this fall as recipients of Karl S. Pister Leadership Opportunity Awards.

Student Affairs welcome message to students

Move-in weekend: Students excited, parents bittersweet

Students were excited and nervous while parents said bittersweet goodbyes during this year's "move-in" weekend.

Student Health Center Closure on September 17, 2009

Chancellor Blumenthal addresses UC Board of Regents

UC Santa Cruz prepares to open for 45th new class

The University of California, Santa Cruz will welcome its 45th class of new students this week, ushering in the 2009-10 academic year. An estimated 4,150 new undergraduate students are expected, most of whom will move into university housing during the fo

Preview Days 2009 -- Saturdays, October 10 & 17

Award-winning novelist coming to UCSC on October 7

The UCSC Center for Labor Studies and the Living Writers Series will join together to present a reading by award-winning novelist Monique Truong, Wednesday, October 7, at 7 p.m. in the Humanities Lecture Hall

UCSC lecturer wins award for innovation in teaching Spanish

Spanish Language lecturer María Victoria González Paganihas has been awarded the IV Cristóbal de Villalón Award for "Innovation in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language."

In Memoriam: Correy Fedor

Newsweek's annual colleges issue prominently features UCSC

UC Santa Cruz is one of 25 campuses profiled in the cover story of <i>Newsweek</i> magazine's fall 2009 special issue on colleges. The cover story features UCSC as a campus for "Overachievers Who Need to Stop and Look Around."

UCSC in Sierra magazine's top 10 list of nation's greenest colleges

UC Santa Cruz has placed seventh in Sierra magazine's third annual "honor roll" of the top 10 greenest colleges in the nation.

Budget cuts will make for a different UCSC

UC Santa Cruz, faculty, students, and staff worry about the impact the state's financial meltdown is having on the campus, and will have on the social and economic health of the state.

Shakespeare Santa Cruz summer festival opens July 24

Shakespeare Santa Cruz (SSC) will explore the always relevant and highly entertaining themes of power, politics, and trust in its 28th season, beginning on Friday, July 24.

Chancellor Blumenthal describes budget impacts at Regents meeting

Speaking at today's meeting of the UC Board of Regents, Chancellor George Blumenthal described the impact that two years of budget cuts are having on the UCSC campus.

President Yudof announces furlough proposal

In a letter and video to all UC faculty and academic and staff employees, President UC President Mark Yudof outlines the proposals for budget reduction strategies - including salary reductions or furloughs - that will be presented to the Board of Regents

New historic finds help paint picture of lime workers' lives

While renovating one of the historic workers' cabins on campus, UCSC archeologists and volunteers found artifacts that offer new clues to the lives of the lime workers who lived here long ago.

Office Name Change - Financial Aid and Scholarship Office

Financial Aid Office name change

Chancellor Blumenthal shares budget video message from UC President Yudof

In a video for the UC community, President Yudof asks for continued feedback on furlough/salary reduction options.

UCSC among top five universities in study abroad awards

Last year, UC Santa Cruz became one of the top five universities in the country in awarding students for the Gilman Scholarship, which offers grants to undergraduate students of limited financial means to pursue academic studies abroad.

New major in physics education approved

UCSC has approved a new major in physics education to prepare students for California teaching credentials and teaching careers in science and mathematics at the high school level.

Chancellor Blumenthal, Campus Provost Kliger provide update on UC, campus budget

UCSC Chancellor Blumenthal, Campus Provost Kliger provide update on UC, campus budget.

Summer Library hours reduced

Summer Library hours have been reduced to generate savings.

UCSC celebrates achievement with teaching, mentoring, and student awards

Recognizing the outstanding achievements of our students and instructors is one of the ways UCSC demonstrates its commitment to excellence in teaching and research. The 2009 Excellence in Teaching, Undergraduate Academic Achievement and Mentoring Awards c

A summary of summery things to do at UCSC

With its long, sunny days, the summer season is a good time of year to explore UCSC and its off-campus facilities.

UCSC receives 'intent to register' statements from more than 3,500 students

More than 3,500 prospective freshmen have made formal commitments to attend UC Santa Cruz this fall, based on systemwide data released June 16 by the University of California.

Accomplishment, jubilation, leis at commencement ceremonies

An atmosphere of jubilation and accomplishment hung over this weekend's commencement ceremonies, which kicked off Friday with the Graduate Division and continued through Sunday.

UCSC Gmail for students coming soon

UCSC is partnering with Google to offer undergraduate and graduate students Gmail for their campus email service.

'Pledge' commits College Eight grads to environmental, social responsibility

Health sciences grad awarded Sutter scholarship for medical school

Graduating senior Brittany Guest will receive a $10,000 scholarship to help pay for medical school fees and tuition.

Graduate student documentaries featured during reception and screenings on June 12-13

Graduate students in Social Documentation present the Third Annual Master's Thesis Exhibition June 12-13.

Feedback about first activation of CruzAlert system

On Thursday, May 21, the campus initiated its first activation of the CruzAlert system in response to a potential campus emergency. The campus emergency manager reports on the feedback he's received on that activation.

Economy's woes create repercussions for students, parents

With the global economy reeling and the state budget in crisis, applications to UCSC's Financial Aid office have been edging upward.

'Iconic' cooperage being reinforced to preserve history

The cooperage, one of the historic buildings in the Cowell Lime Works Historic District, is undergoing temporary reinforcement to keep it standing as time takes its toll on the structure.

Undergrad chosen for prestigious research internship in Japan

UCSC undergraduate Dominic Papia has been selected for a prestigious summer internship at one of Japan's premier research centers.

Pay reductions to be implemented for UC senior managers

UCSC grad student to present digital arts project on forced marriage at Santa Cruz museum

Nada Miljkovic knows a lot about forced marriages. In fact, she's a child of one. That experience has led to a thesis project titled "Balkan Song," a video installation, performance piece, and social networking site that will be featured at the Santa Cruz

Students experience the power of the written word

This spring, students in Sarah Rabkin's <i>Environmental Action Through Writing</i> class tried their hand at producing works powerful enough to change hearts and minds.

Veterans host first ever student-led campus Memorial Day observance

Veterans and the Services for Transfer and Re-entry Students program last week presented the first ever student-led Memorial Day celebration on campus.

Chancellor Blumenthal and Campus Provost describe new budget challenges

Men's tennis team wins 7th national title

For the seventh time in school history, UCSC's men's tennis team has captured an NCAA national championship.

It's all in the family when children of alumni choose UCSC

Last spring, when their daughter was deciding where to go to college, UCSC graduates Moira and Dency Nelson tried to play it cool and hide their Banana Slug pride. They wanted their daughter, Charlie, to make her own decision.

Porter College class features alumni professionals working in TV and film

For 13 years, alum Loren Steck has taught "Working in TV and Film."

CruzAlert: Campus entrance closed Thursday morning as a precaution; reopened after several hours

UCSC music grad student named winner in 57th Annual BMI Student Composer Awards

UCSC graduate student in music Noah Gideon Meites is one of nine young classical composers who have been named winners in the 57th Annual BMI Student Composer Awards.

Kuumbwa Jazz Center launches new half price series for students

Beginning on June 11, the internationally recognized Kuumbwa Jazz Center in downtown Santa Cruz will begin a new monthly half-price series for students.

30 Grads in 30 Days: Eric Gonzalez

B.A., business management economics

30 Grads in 30 Days: Sequilla Lee

B.A., sociology

Fifth annual Graduate Research Symposium presents impressive student work

30 Grads in 30 Days: Janelle Yong

B.S., electrical engineering

30 Grads in 30 Days: Marina Sarran

Ph.D., sociology

Hands-on research inspires freshman biology students

In the Phage Genomics Lab, a select group of freshmen dive straight into research, while also taking the usual introductory biology lectures.

UCSC well represented at Santa Cruz Film Festival, May 7-15

A robust selection of films by UCSC students and alumni will be showcased at the 2009 Santa Cruz Film Festival, running May 7-15 in downtown Santa Cruz.

UCSC among EPA's 'green power' winners; faculty member questions basis for ranking

UC Santa Cruz and Santa Clara University have together purchased more than 68 million kilowatts of green power, earning accolades from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.??

Career fair peaceful, productive

Days after UCSC received a $100,000 grant in support of its veterans' programs, the annual career fair proceeded peacefully and without demonstration.

30 Grads in 30 Days: Christopher Gauk-Roger

B.A., Film and Digital Media

30 Grads in 30 Days: Sara Stickler

B.A., Anthropology

UCSC Jewish Studies Distinguished Lecture and Alumni Conference this weekend--April 24, 26

30 Grads in 30 Days: Daniel Zarchy

B.A., global economics

30 Grads in 30 Days: Maggie Sheldon

B.A., Film and digital media, critical studies concentration in feminist studies

30 Grads in 30 Days: Shelly Chan

Ph.D., History

Write an "Ode to Santa Cruz"--winning poem to be read onstage by Garrison Keillor during May 13 show at Santa Cruz Civic

Submit your best "Ode to Santa Cruz" for a chance to win tickets to attend <i>An Evening with Garrison Keillor</i> at the Santa Cruz Civic. The host of <i>A Prairie Home Companion</i> will read the winning poem onstage at the show.

30 Grads in 30 Days: Scott Rohlf

B.S., Earth sciences

Resurfacing work on lower Bay Street

Campus safety, security update and scheduled CruzAlert tests

Rep. Sam Farr lauds Peace Corps volunteers at UCSC reception

Former Peace Corps volunteers, current members, and their families joined Rep. Sam Farr and UCSC Chancellor George Blumenthal for a spirited reception and film screening last Monday at the University Center Alumni Room.

UCSC grad students to present exhibition of digital art with social impact at Museum of Art and History

Ten graduate students from UCSC's Digital Arts and New Media (DANM) program will present a two-part exhibition at the Museum of Art and History in downtown Santa Cruz, running April 17 to June 24.

Student Brittany Guest is a special kind of coach

Brittany Guest, a fifth-year health sciences student, directs the Special Olympics program for the Santa Cruz area.

UC Santa Cruz's fall 2009 'admit rate' reflects increasing competitiveness for freshman spaces

The percentage of freshman applicants who have been admitted to UC Santa Cruz for this coming fall declined by more than 10 percent in just one year, reflecting the increasingly competitive nature of undergraduate admission to the campus.

Message to students regarding "4-20"

Statement from UCSC dean concerning proposed budget cuts

Spring quarter recreation registration begins April 7

Dedicated marine mammal volunteers save oiled otter

When a young sea otter was found on the beach covered with tar balls and slick oil, volunteers with the Marine Mammal Physiology Project sprang into action.

The eagle has landed

This golden eagle was captured on film last week making a meal of an unlucky ground squirrel.

Richards, Cabrera, Rickford win Alumni Association top honors

The common thread running through the Alumni Association's top award winners for 2008-09 is their exceptional ability to inspire.

Lamb is a lioness when it comes to soccer

Women's soccer player Annick Lamb has received a 2009 NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship.

New general education requirements emphasize bold interdisciplinary themes, global engagement

A new forward-looking approach to education will prepare undergraduates for life in the complex, information-rich environment of the 21st century.

Campus repeats Recyclemania

UC Santa Cruz has entered the annual recycling contest Recyclemania for the second time, and organizers are hoping they can improve the campus's ranking compared with last year.

Dining Services' chowder-cooking team bowls over judges

Dining Services' Redwood Sluggers team took third place for their Manhattan clam chowder at the recent 28th Annual Clam Chowder Cook-Off at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Earth Summit celebrates progress, cultivates ideas

Thursday's eighth annual Earth Summit advanced a dialogue among students, faculty, staff, administration, and the Santa Cruz community regarding the campus's commitment to sustainability.

Eat at Hula's Grill on Mondays, support men's volleyball

Hula's Island Grill and Tiki Room will donate 10 percent of its sales on Monday nights in March to the men's volleyball team.

Honor society chapter established at UCSC

UC Santa Cruz was formally granted its charter Monday as the 366th university chapter of the Golden Key International Honour Society.

New requirement ensures students acquire discipline-based writing experience

A new high-level writing requirement will prepare undergraduates for the demands of the 21st-century workforce.

Assistance for visitors coming to UC Santa Cruz this spring

TOPP program gets 'seal' of approval from comedian Stephen Colbert

UCSC elephant seal researchers caught the attention of Comedy Central's Stephen Colbert, making the February 5 episode of his show, the Colbert Report.

Green entrepreneur, urban advocate, author to speak at Student Forum on campus

I am elephant seals (and so can you!)

Want to know the truthiness about northern elephant seals? Become a Facebook friend of Stelephant Colbert.

UC reaches tentative contract agreement with service employees' union

UCSC's housing practices lauded with cover story

UC Santa Cruz is featured on the cover of the January/February issue of <i>Talking Stick</i>; the cover article is on housing assignment best practices.

UCSC alumnus wins 2009 Sundance directing award for first feature film

First-time director and UC Santa Cruz alumnus Cary Joji Fukunaga received the award for "Best Director, U.S. Drama," at the 2009 Sundance Film Festival for his film Sin Nombre.

For second consecutive year, undergraduate applications to UC Santa Cruz exceed 30,000

For the second year in a row, more than 30,000 prospective undergraduates have applied to the University of California, Santa Cruz for admission in the upcoming fall quarter.

Expression of Ideas

UCSC climbs to No. 2 on Peace Corps top colleges ranks

The University of California, Santa Cruz rose to second place on the annual list of Peace Corps Top Colleges (for the medium-size school category), its highest ranking since the Peace Corps began releasing its list in 2003.

Award-winning actress/UCSC alumna to perform "I Am That I Am: Woman, Black"-Jan. 28

Award-winning actress and UCSC alumna Adilah Barnes will perform her one woman show-I Am That I Am: Woman, Black-on Wednesday, Jan. 28, at 7 p.m. in the College 9 & 10 Multipurpose Room. Admission is free and open to the public.

Job opportunities for students

In this tight job market, the Career Center is working hard to connect students with hiring employers and career development opportunities.

Career fair peaceful; diverse opinions represented

While students expressed a diversity of opinions on the presence of military recruiters at a campus job fair on Tuesday--the U.S. Marine Corps Officer Programs ran a table at the fair--there were no clashes, and the event went peacefully.

Winter quarter message from Chancellor Blumenthal

Jared Rosen: Making politics funny

With a voice that drips with wit and friendly sarcasm, it's apparent from the start that humor is, perhaps, Jared Rosen's most obvious calling--but politics is his passion.