October 2013
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Really special collections
From an ancient tablet to the sci-fi visions of a cult-classic author, the University Library’s Special Collections holds a repository of astonishing artifacts.
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Easing the burden
An Alumni Association Scholarship helps a determined math/econ major stay in school.
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What can you do to reduce waste at UCSC?
Chancellor George Blumenthal announces the Chancellor’s Sustainability Challenge and asks the campus community to help reduce waste.
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Genomics & ethics: Cracking the code
UCSC researchers, leaders in the field of genomics, are at the center of the debate on how newly emerging genomic information should be used.
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Data dilemma
As the tide of digital information swells, so do problems and concerns—and UCSC is leading the way toward solutions.
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Pulling up chairs
UCSC has recently created several new endowed chairs, part of its commitment to attracting and retaining top faculty
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Things everyone cares about
The Institute for Humanities Research asks questions that touch the core of human existence.
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Blurring the lines
The Institute of the Arts and Sciences promises to explore unexpected convergences, provocative subjects
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Genetic study of river herring populations identifies conservation priorities
Analysis of river herring populations along the U.S. east coast has identified distinct genetic stocks, providing crucial guidance for management and conservation.
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Astronomers observe distant galaxy powered by primordial cosmic fuel
Astronomers have detected cold streams of primordial hydrogen gas left over from the big bang fueling a distant star-forming galaxy.
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Credits
Fall ’13 UC Santa Cruz Review UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA CRUZ Chancellor: George Blumenthal Vice Chancellor, University Relations: Donna Murphy UC SANTA CRUZ REVIEW Fall 2013 / The Campaign Issue Editor: Gwen Jourdonnais Creative Director: Lisa Nielsen Art Director/Designer: Linda Knudson (Cowell ’76) Designer: Eric Arvizu Associate Editor: Dan White Cover Image: Fly Communications Photography Vester Dick Carolyn Lagattuta Jim MacKenzie Elena Zhukova…
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Campaign priorities
The Campaign for UC Santa Cruz is comprehensive. It seeks support for excellence in all areas and highlights initiatives and special projects.