February 2010
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March 1 Student Lobby Day and March 4 Day of Action
On Monday, March 1, students from across the UC system will meet with lawmakers in Sacramento to lobby for increased state funding for the university, more financial aid for students, and renewed support of the Master Plan for education in California. Organized by the UC Student Association, these meetings will bring together students, legislators, several…
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Memorial for Benjamin Quaye
Oakes College will be celebrating Benjamin Quaye’s life and passions at a memorial service on Sunday, March 7. Ben was an Oakes senior with a commitment to spreading the values of tolerance and social justice, and his studies and future plans were built upon these ideals. He was a vibrant part of the Oakes community,…
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Statement from Mark Yudof, UC President; Russell Gould, Board of Regents Chair
Last night a noose was found hanging from a light fixture in the Geisel Library on the University of California, San Diego campus. This morning, we were informed by campus officials that a student has come forward and claimed she and two others were responsible. Whatever the intent of the authors of this act, it…
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Controlled burn scheduled for 9 a.m. Monday, March 1
The UC Santa Cruz Arboretum will be conducting a controlled agricultural burn on Monday, March 1st from 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m., weather permitting. The burn will take place in the parking area of the Eucalyptus Grove, bordering Empire Grade. Questions regarding this burn should be directed to Melinda Kralj at (831) 427-2998.
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Friends Group celebrates 25 years, receives major Osher grant
The Bernard Osher Foundation has awarded a $65,000 grant to UCSC Lifelong Learners and will give a like amount to the group next year. Lifelong Learners plans to increase its membership and expand its program; if it is successful, it will become eligible
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In Memoriam: Andrei Alexandrov
It is with great sadness that we write to inform you of the death of Merrill College student, Andrei Alexandrov. Andrei was a fourth year student majoring in Neuroscience and Behavior. On behalf of the Merrill College community, we extend our condolences to Andrei’s family and friends. If you are in need of support during…
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Advocating for UCSC
As we continue to prepare for what is expected to be another challenging year fiscally for UC, I’d like to update you on conversations we are having at the system-wide level to correct what I view as historical inequities in how funds are distributed across UC campuses. I also would like to discuss UC and…
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2010 Title IX Advisory Council announced
The membership of the 2009-2010 Title IX Advisory Council has been announced.
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UCSC in the News
NPR’s “Day to Day” program featured environmental studies professor Chris Wilmers in a report on tracking mountain lions in the Santa Cruz Mountains
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Massive planet is being torn apart by its own tides
An international group of astrophysicists has determined that a massive planet outside our Solar System is being distorted and destroyed by its host star.
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Commitment to UCSC Principles of Community & Inclusive Campus Environment
The recent racial incidents on several UC campuses cause me great concern and sadness. I speak on behalf of the entire Division of Student Affairs in condemning student behavior that is disrespectful, offensive, and demeaning to other students and members of our campus community. The latest incidents at UC San Diego have impacted African American…