***Read updates about campus services.***
Wednesday, March 20, 2019
5:15 p.m.— Today’s labor action by UPTE workers and their supporters has concluded. Campus Metro service, which had been limited to stops at the base of campus, has now resumed regular operations. The strike is set to end at 3:59 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday), and the campus will resume its regular operations with all dining halls opening as scheduled and campus shuttles resuming routes. Today’s labor action unfolded peacefully for striking workers, their supporters, and those entering and exiting campus. We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation.
4:45 p.m.— The main and west entrances to campus remain open, and strike supporters are beginning to thin out near the base of campus. Please drive carefully and watch for pedestrians.
3:45 p.m.—The entrances to campus remain open. Strike activity continues at the base of campus, near the main entrance. Please drive carefully and watch for pedestrians.
3 p.m.—The main and west entrances to campus remain open. Labor activity continues at the main entrance.
2 p.m.—The campus remains open with both entrances clear. Strike activities continue at main entrance. Drive safely.
1:30 p.m.—Both entrances to campus remain open. Strike activity continues at the main entrance. Motorists should watch for pedestrians, especially near the main entrance.
12:30 p.m.—Traffic continues to flow freely through both campus entrances. Strike activity continues at the main entrance. Drive safely.
12:05 p.m.—Three dining halls are open to serve hot lunch: Cowell/Stevenson, Colleges Nine & Ten, and Rachel Carson/Oakes. Most independently operated dining locations also are open for lunch including Bay Tree Express Store, Iveta Cafe, Bowls by Cafe Brasil, Global Village Cafe, and Cowell Coffee Shop For The People.
11:50 a.m.—Traffic flowing freely through both campus access points. Peaceful strike activities continue at the main entrance. Motorists should watch for pedestrians, especially near the main entrance.
11:30 a.m.—Both entrances to campus remain open. Strike activities continue at the main entrance. Please watch for pedestrians.
10:55 a.m.—The campus remains open with both entrances clear. Strike activities underway at main entrance. Drive safely.
10:25 a.m.—Both entrances remain open. Strike activities underway at main entrance. Drive safely and allow plenty of time for travel.
10:05 a.m.—Most independently operated dining locations are open, including Bay Tree Express Store, Iveta Cafe, Bowls by Cafe Brasil, Global Village Cafe (11 a.m.–5 p.m.), and Cowell Coffee Shop For The People (11 a.m.–8 p.m.).
9:58 a.m.—OPERS will open at 10 a.m., though pool hours still need to be determined.
9:52 a.m.—Both entrances at the main campus are open and clear. Drive carefully and leave plenty of time for travel.
9:27 a.m.—Bay Tree Express Store, Iveta Cafe, and Bowls by Cafe Brasil are also open.
9:14 a.m.—The Admissions Office is open for regular business.
9:03 a.m.—Both entrances remain open. Strike activities underway at main entrance. Drive safely and allow plenty of time for travel.
8:47 a.m.—Eary Education Services is fully operational for all programs.
8:38 a.m.—Both entrances at the main campus are open and clear. Drive carefully and leave plenty of time for travel.
8:26 a.m.—The Bay Tree Bookstore, including book buyback and ID card services, will open with its scheduled hours for finals week.
8:11 a.m.—Both campus entrances remain open. Strike activities are underway at the main entrance. Drive carefully.
7:47 a.m.—The Student Health Center will be open though with reduced services.
7:28 a.m.—Both campus entrances remain open and clear. Strike activities are underway at the main campus. Drive carefully and leave plenty of time for travel.
7:11 a.m.—Both entrances at the main campus are open and clear. Drive carefully and leave plenty of time for travel.
6:51 a.m.—Both entrances remain open. Drive safely and allow plenty of time for travel.
6:36 a.m.—The Library will open Science & Engineering and the McHenry buildings this morning as usual.
6:32 a.m.—Both entrances remain open. Drive safely and allow plenty of time for travel.
6:14 a.m.—Three dining halls—Cowell/Stevenson, Colleges Nine and Ten, and Rachel Carson/Oakes—will serve hot breakfast starting at 7 a.m.
6:12 a.m.—Both entrances at the main campus are open and clear. Drive carefully and leave plenty of time for travel.
5:52 a.m.—Campus entrances remain open and clear. Drive with caution.
5:32 a.m.—Both entrances remain open. Drive safely and allow plenty of time for travel.
5:11 a.m.—Both entrances remain open and clear. Drive safely.
4:50 a.m.—Both entrances at the main campus are open and clear. Drive carefully and leave plenty of time for travel.
Campus Services
Admissions
The Admissions Office is open for regular business.
Email: admissions@ucsc.edu
Online: admissions.ucsc.edu
Bookstore
The Bay Tree Bookstore, including book buyback and ID card services, will open with its scheduled hours for finals week.
Online: slugstore.ucsc.edu
Dining Services
Three dining halls are open today from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall
- Colleges Nine & Ten Dining Hall
- Rachel Carson/Oakes Dining Hall
Most independently operated locations are also open:
- Bay Tree Express Store, 7:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
- Iveta Cafe, 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
- Bowls by Cafe Brasil, 9 a.m.–9 p.m.
- Global Village Cafe, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Cowell Coffee Shop For The People, 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
Currently closed:
- Vivas (independently-operated)
- Crown/Merrill Dining Hall
- Porter/Kresge Dining Hall
- All UCSC Dining operated cafes, restaurants and coffee bars (Banana Joe's, College Eight Cafe, Oakes Cafe, Owl's Nest, Perk Coffee Bars, Stevenson Coffee House, Terra Fresca Restaurant & Coffee Bar)
Additional updates on all locations will be provided if changes occur.
Email: dining@ucsc.edu
Web: dining.ucsc.edu
Early Education Services
Early Education Services will open as scheduled.
Libraries
The Library will open Science & Engineering and the McHenry buildings this morning as usual.
Enrollment-Transcripts
Update coming soon.
Email: registrar@ucsc.edu
Online: registrar.ucsc.edu
OPERS
OPERS will open at 10 a.m., though pool hours still need to be determined.
Student Health Center
The health center will be open though with reduced services.
Transportation and Parking Services
TAPS will give highest priority to providing Disability Van Service (DVS) clients transport between on-campus locations while suspending the Bike Shuttle and regular Loop and Upper Campus shuttle services.
Depending on the number of drivers that report to work, TAPS may be able to run a minimal level of shuttle service, and a limited number of smaller, volunteer-based vehicles will be on-hand to supplement this service. Other options include Lyft, Uber, Zipcars, JUMP bikes, providing or sharing a ride with a friend or connecting with someone through Zimride, biking, or walking when able.
We anticipate that METRO routes serving the campus will drop passengers off at the base of campus only and will then detour around the Bay/High intersection, with buses laying-over on Meder and Cardiff streets to maintain their regular service schedules.
Background
UC Santa Cruz received notice on March 8, 2019 that there will be a labor strike beginning 4 a.m. on March 20 and ending at 3:59 a.m. on March 21 by UPTE research support professional (RX) and technical (TX) employees. Read more.
