July 2009
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UCSC in the News
The New York Times interviewed sociology professor Paul Lubeck about the recent outbreak of violence in Nigeria.
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Campus offering workshops to help manage tough financial times
Beginning in August 2009, the Training & Development department will sponsor, in conjunction with our Employee Assistance Program, a series of workshops to support employees in managing their personal and work life during these difficult financial times. The 1 – 2 hour classes are free; however, advanced enrollment is required. To enroll, visit the following…
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Tragic incident
I am saddened to report that earlier today a UC Santa Cruz University Relations staff member apparently took his own life.
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Marshall Field ‘controlled burn’ planned for August 5
Crews from CAL FIRE (California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection), UC Santa Cruz, and California State Parks are planning a controlled burn on 31 acres at Marshall Field on August 5.
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Our University — UC’s future
Our University, the Office of the President newsletter for faculty and staff, is available at: http://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/ouruniversity/07_09/welcome.html Highlights from this issue include: — Responding to budget cuts. Read about the Commission on the Future of UC, impact of budget cuts on campuses. — Furlough plan. Answers to frequently asked questions. — Student success. Graduation rates on…
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Seymour Center open seven days a week in August
The Seymour Marine Discovery Center will be open seven days a week during August 2009 to better serve the visiting public.
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One year later, campus-community relations ‘fundamentally changed’ by landmark agreement
Every time Santa Cruz City Councilman Ryan Coonerty fields a call from another college town mired in conflict with its local campus, he is reminded of how far Santa Cruz has come in its relations with UC Santa Cruz.
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Two capital planners earn green building accreditation
Staff members Diane Behling and Linda Flaherty have both passed the LEED AP exam.
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Apollo 11 anniversary: Lick Observatory scientists recall landmark experiment 40 years ago
Forty years ago, Lick Observatory scientists helped make history when they teamed up with Apollo 11 astronauts to determine the distance from Earth to the moon with unprecedented accuracy.
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Campus leaders explain furlough/salary reduction plan to staff
Campus leaders on Thursday held a forum at the Media Theater for staff members to hear information and ask questions about the furlough/salary reduction plan.
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Alumna responds to fiscal crisis facing the university
A UCSC alumna responds to an open letter to alumni from three members of the Board of Regents and UC President Mark Yudof asking for help in spreading the word that UC excellence must be preserved and nurtured.