News Briefs

CITRIS releases call for seed funding proposals

Proposals must be submitted online and are due by Jan. 31. UC Santa Cruz will host an information session at 12:30 p.m. Jan. 9 in Baskin Engineering 2, Room 180 (The Simularium).

Submit comments on proposed changes to Title IX rules by Dec. 21

The draft rules are open for public comment until January 28, 2019 (60 calendar days from their publication in the Federal Register). The rules address a topic of great significance to the UC community, and it is critical that the Office of the President provide comments.

More key forms digitized by Office of Industry Alliances and Technology Commercialization

After launching an online Invention Disclosure Form last year, the Office of Industry Alliances and Technology Commercialization (IATC) has followed up this year by digitizing and streamlining its non-disclosure agreement (NDA) and material transfer agreement (MTA) request procedures.

Campus boating center earns best-in-show award in parade

For the fifth year in a row, the UC Santa Cruz Community Boating Center earned the coveted best-in-show award at the 33rd annual Lighted Boat Parade held at the Santa Cruz Small Craft Harbor on Saturday, Dec. 1.

Campus meeting on proposed revisions to the systemwide Policy on Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment

In Memoriam: Frank Talamantes (1943–2018)

Frank Talamantes, professor emeritus of molecular, cell, and developmental biology at UC Santa Cruz, died October 8 in El Paso, Texas. He was 75.

Campus status updates

UC Santa Cruz received notice on Oct. 12, 2018 that there will be a labor strike beginning 4 a.m. on October 23 and ending at 3:59 a.m. on October 26, 2018 by AFSCME patient care technical workers.

Grant supports improved stormwater management

With support from a federal grant, UC Santa Cruz will improve stormwater drainage at the Emergency Response Center to promote infiltration into the soil and protect water quality.

ARCS Foundation scholarships support UCSC graduate students

Thirteen UC Santa Cruz graduate students have received scholarships worth a total of $141,000 from the Achievement Rewards for College Scientists (ARCS) Foundation.

Update on Kresge College renewal to be given during town hall

Campus invited to celebrate the Healthy Campus Network

Attendees can grab a bite and talk with folks about the many programs that are available to the campus community to improve wellness.

Expect minor campus disruptions Aug 23 to Sept. 17

Contract work taking place across main campus Aug. 23 to Sept. 17 may cause minor disruptions for motorists, bus riders, pedestrians, and diners.

UC Santa Cruz ranks among most LGBTQ-friendly campuses

The Affordable Colleges Online ranking looks at academic rigor, affordability, and support for LGBTQ students. UC Santa Cruz came in at No. 30 overall and No. 5 among UC campuses.

'Inquiry' magazine now available online

The 2018-19 issue of Inquiry@UC Santa Cruz, the annual research magazine from the UC Santa Cruz Office of Research, is now available online.

UC Santa Cruz offers new major in environmental sciences

UC Santa Cruz has approved a new interdisciplinary major in environmental sciences leading to a B.S. degree.

Public meetings to further dialogue on Student Housing West

In an effort to further discussion on Student Housing West, UC Santa Cruz will hold two information sessions next week and two public hearings the following week.

Astrophysicist Jedidah Isler will give annual Mandel Lecture on June 7

Award-winning astrophysicist Jedidah Isler will give a free public lecture entitled "Blazars: Nature's particle accelerators" on Thursday, June 7, at the Rio Theatre in Santa Cruz.

Cowell Ranch Hay Barn website debuts

The popular Cowell Ranch Hay Barn now has its own website with information about how to rent the facility and adjacent Ocean View Field.

In Memoriam: Joel Kubby (1957–2018)

It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the death of Joel Kubby, professor of electrical engineering and former chair of the department.

Strategic academic planning update—review proposals and videos, provide input, and register for a forum

Strategic academic planning update—review proposals and videos, provide input, and register for a forum

Enrollment opens for Summer Session

Open enrollment is underway for UC Santa Cruz Summer Session, which offers a wide range of classes and online courses across multiple departments.

Merger of facilities-related departments formalized

Over the past year, UC Santa Cruz re-organized and combined a number of departments into a new organization named Physical Planning, Development and Operations (PPDO).

Location change for meeting on Student Housing West

Both meetings on Student Housing West will be held in Santa Cruz on May 2 and May 3.

Control theory symposium April 27 features leading academic and industry experts

The Baskin School of Engineering at UC Santa Cruz will host a regional symposium on Control Theory and Automation on Friday, April 27.

J.J. Garcia-Luna-Aceves appointed director of CITRIS at UC Santa Cruz

Computer engineer J.J. Garcia-Luna-Aceves has been appointed to serve as the UC Santa Cruz director for CITRIS (Center for Information Technology Research in the Interest of Society) and the Banatao Institute.

Environmental review preparations underway for Kresge College renewal

In support of the proposed Kresge College renewal, UC Santa Cruz will host a public information session and begin drafting an environmental impact report.

UC’s secret energy source: retirees

For University of California staff and faculty, retirement does not mean retreat

Get informed for Tsunami Preparedness Week

UC Santa Cruz graduate programs rank among best in nation in U.S. News survey

The U.S. News and World Report's 2019 Best Graduate Schools guide evaluates graduate schools in business, education, engineering, law, medicine, nursing, social work, criminology, public affairs, and the sciences.

Online, in-person opportunities to provide insight on Long-Range Development Plan

Members of the campus and local community have online and in-person opportunities to provide input and feedback as UC Santa Cruz works on a new Long-Range Development Plan that will guide the campus from 2020–2040.

UC Santa Cruz police co-sponsor Santa Cruz County gun buyback

Santa Cruz County residents can sell their unwanted firearms as part of a gun buyback sponsored by the Santa Cruz County Law Enforcement Chief’s Association.

UC housing funds to support students

With $3 million from UC Office of the President, UC Santa Cruz is taking a multi-pronged approach to help students as the region and state grapples with an unprecedented housing shortage.

UCSC Retirees Association to award first 'Silver Slug' scholarship for staff and dependents

The Silver Slug Award is a newly endowed scholarship created by the UC Santa Cruz Retirees Association to support staff and their dependents seeking a degree at UCSC.

New feature highlights campus events

In an effort to showcase exciting campus events, UC Santa Cruz has launched "The LineUp," a weekly calendar feature in the GoodTimes.

Frans Lanting and Chris Eckstrom present 'Into Africa' Jan. 27 at the Rio Theatre

The Seymour Marine Discovery Center presents a new multimedia show by renowned photographer Frans Lanting and his partner, Chris Eckstrom, about the wonders of wild Africa.

In Memoriam: Stuart 'Page' Stegner (1937-2017)

Stuart "Page" Stegner, a member of the pioneer faculty at UC Santa Cruz who taught for over three decades and ran the Creative Writing program, passed away on December 14, 2017 in Reno, Nevada

Campus appoints new associate vice provost for Academic Affairs

After a campuswide search, UC Santa Cruz has appointed Martin Berger to serve as associate vice provost for Academic Affairs.

New vendor selected for curriculum management

The Curriculum Management Project, a campuswide initiative to improve the systems used to manage curriculum at UC Santa Cruz, is pleased to announce SmartCatalog has been selected as the vendor for phase one of the project.