November 2020
-
Arts dean search
I write today to update you on our search for a new Dean of the Arts Division.
-
Campuswide initiatives for 2020-21
Through this past summer, the campus leadership team discussed the challenges of the emerging budgetary environment and began to look for opportunities that could broaden access to our educational programs, improve our financial outlook, and advance the efficiency and effectiveness of our processes during uncertain and constrained budget times.
-
‘Living in a Frayed Democracy’: Ethics lecture to feature noted alumnus Ezra Klein
UC Santa Cruz will present “Living in a Frayed Democracy,” a trans-Atlantic public dialogue, featuring noted UCSC alumnus and journalist Ezra Klein and London political economist William Davies, as part of the Humanities Division’s Peggy Downes Baskin Ethics Lecture Series on Dec. 5.
-
Materials theorist Yuan Ping wins grant from Air Force Young Investigator Program
Ping’s research on spin dynamics in two-dimensional materials has applications for spintronics and quantum information technologies.
-
Statement on UC Regents session on faculty dismissal
While personnel issues are traditionally dealt with in closed session as provided by law, Professor Ramakrishna “Ram” Akella requested that the presentation of the requested action be done during the open session of the Regents November 19 meeting. The Regents complied with the request. Chancellor Cynthia Larive, in agreement with the campus Committee on Privilege…
-
Holiday travel and guidance to support a healthy Slug community
The holiday season is usually a time when our Slugs gather with family and friends, and many of us travel to spend time with loved ones. This year, as we face the COVID-19 pandemic, there are other serious considerations we must take into account.
-
List of most highly cited researchers features 19 UCSC scientists and engineers
A new list of the world’s most highly cited researchers includes 19 scientists and engineers at UC Santa Cruz.
-
Geologist David Rubin elected fellow of the American Geophysical Union
David Rubin, a researcher in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, has been elected a fellow of the American Geophysical Union.
-
Update on community safety
UC Santa Cruz, like many universities and cities across the country, is in the midst of critically examining our structures so that we can address real concerns about policing, community safety, and the barriers to creating a sense of belonging for all in our campus community.
-
Approval of Proposition 14 boosts funding for stem cell agency
The California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) has provided major funding for research and training at UC Santa Cruz since its creation in 2004.
-
Deadline for Benefits Open Enrollment is Soon!
This is the time of year when you can change your benefits coverage to better meet your medical needs and personal budget. Since the medical coverage is one of the best benefits UCSC offers its staff, we want to ensure you take full advantage of this benefit.
-
Interim chief to focus on listening, building understanding
Lt. Mary Garcia, who will serve as interim police chief at UC Santa Cruz beginning Dec. 5, said she wants to strengthen the relationship between the campus community and the UCSC Police Department by increasing understanding, continuing to be open, and listening.