2022  News Briefs

Great Meadow Bike Path Closure December 21-22

Leading the Change: The UC Santa Cruz Strategic Plan town hall to focus on climate change, research excellence

In support of Leading the Change: The UC Santa Cruz Strategic Plan, all UC Santa Cruz community members are invited to attend the town hall about climate change and research excellence on Dec. 13 from 12:30-2 p.m.

Recruitment for campus police chief underway

Initial screening interviews of highly qualified candidates will take place via Zoom in the coming weeks, and the top ranked candidates from those interviews will be invited for on campus visits and additional interviews.

Search begins for Chief Campus Counsel

UC Santa Cruz has launched the first phase of a national search for Chief Campus Counsel, with stakeholder meetings held last week.

Division of Student Affairs and Success announces creation of Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Education; launches search for office’s first director

Following a thorough, campus-wide program review of UC Santa Cruz’s student conduct program, the Division of Student Affairs and Success is creating a new Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Education (OSSCE).

Science & Engineering Library renovation honors leaders, aims to build community among students in STEM

With newly remodeled floors named in dedication to two trailblazing women in STEM and a new makerspace, the Science & Engineering Library is positioned to build and support community among STEM students at UC Santa Cruz.

Transportation tabling canceled

Due to the great turnout last week and thoughtful responses we received, we will no longer be conducting the tabling events this week, originally scheduled for Oakes and East Remote parking lots. Additional campus engagement will occur in Winter and Spring 2023.

Applications for the 2022–23 Undergraduate Digital Scholarship Fellowships are open

The University Library Center for Digital Scholarship invites applications for the 2022–23 Undergraduate Digital Scholarship Fellowship.

How do you Cruz to campus? Free cookies for your feedback

The Department of Physical Planning, Development & Operations, and Transportation and Parking Services want your input on providing more transportation options to get to, from and around campus, and reducing single-occupancy vehicle trips over time.

Master of Science in Applied Economics & Finance: information sessions

Join us for an information session presented by the University of California, Santa Cruz Economics Department pertaining to the Master of Science in Applied Economics and Finance, a 1-year professional program.

Undergraduate Admissions hosting Fall Spotlight for Prospective Students and Families

On Saturday, November 5, UC Santa Cruz is opening its doors to hundreds of prospective students and families in our Fall Spotlight open house event!

Innovation Impact Award nominations reminder

The nomination window for the Innovator of the Year award closes on Thursday, November 10, 2022.

Visits set for Campus Ombuds finalists

Beginning Nov. 15 and continuing until Nov. 18, campus will conduct final in-person interviews in the search for the Campus Ombuds.

Bay Tree Campus Store partnership with Akademos paving the way for more affordable course materials

The new online bookstore, launched in partnership with UCSC’s Bay Tree Campus Store and Akademos, a premier provider of higher education course content, is in full swing this fall.

Visits set for Vice Chancellor for Finance, Operations and Administration finalists

Beginning Nov. 2 and continuing until Nov. 15, campus will conduct final in-person interviews in the search for the Vice Chancellor for Finance, Operations and Administration.

Application period opens for Dean of Physical and Biological Sciences

The application period for Dean of Physical and Biological Sciences is now open. The position is a key one at UC Santa Cruz, as the division is a global engine of high-impact science and student research experiences.

STARS celebrates National Transfer Week; shines the spotlight on nine Transfer Excellence Leaders

National Transfer Week is October 17 - 21. To help celebrate, STARS is shinig the spotlight on nine transfer excellence leaders. Read their stories!

Big changes are coming to Bay Tree Building; campus community invited to help in the building's redesign

It's full speed ahead for renovating Bay Tree Building into a bustling hub of student services. Designers will be on campus this Thursday to solicit input and feedback about what the space could and should be.

2022 CITRIS Tech for Social Good program invites student proposals

The 2022 CITRIS Tech for Social Good program at UC Santa Cruz is now open for proposals from student teams, with an application deadline of November 30, 2020.

Biomolecular engineering professor wins American Cancer Society award to develop technology for cancer early detection

Assistant Professor of Biomolecular Engineering Daniel Kim won a four-year, $792,000 Research Scholar award from the American Cancer Society to support his work in developing RNA liquid biopsy technology to diagnose cancer early on.

Bright Horizons October webinars

This month, Bright Horizons is offering two webinars aimed at supporting your family needs.

Applications now available for the 2023 UCSC CIDER Pilot Training Program

The UCSC CITRIS Initiative for Drone Education and Research has opened applications for the 2023 Drone Pilot Training and Mentoring Program.

Reception to recognize campuswide efforts as a Hispanic-Serving Institution

UC Santa Cruz will host a reception to celebrate everyone who has contributed to the campus's work as a Hispanic-Serving Institution. The event is free and open to the campus community.

CruzFly system implementation update

CruzFly is UCSC’s Travel and Expense Management system that is replacing the CTE Travel & Entertainment Reconciliation form and the Entertainment Reporting Addendum form and provides an electronic solution for the reconciliation of CTE Card statements.

Evacuation drills for on campus housing, Sept. 26-29

UC Santa Cruz’s Fire and Safety Prevention office will be conducting housing evacuation drills for the campus housing population within the first 10 academic school days, in alignment with requirements from the California Fire Code and the Clery Act.

First Interdisciplinary Research Symposium on Friday

On Friday, October 7, UCSC will hold the first Interdisciplinary Research Symposium to highlight and promote the innovative interdisciplinary research being conducted across the university.

Downtown Day to welcome UCSC students back to downtown

UC Santa Cruz, the Downtown Association, the City of Santa Cruz, and the Museum of Arts & History (MAH) are partnering to bring students to see the vibrant downtown area Friday, October 7th from 4-7pm.

Campus comes to life as a new academic year begins

After more than two years of virtual and hybrid learning, the beginning of the fall quarter last Thursday marked the welcome return to in-person instruction at UC Santa Cruz. The energy and enthusiasm for the year ahead are evident in the many happenings already occurring across campus.

In Memoriam: Susanne Jonas (1941-2022)

UC Santa Cruz’s Latin American and Latino Studies Department celebrates the life and legacy of Susanne Jonas, a founding member of our department who began working as a lecturer at UCSC in 1986.

Karen Miga discusses the future of equitable genomics research with Clinton, Bono

UC Santa Cruz Assistant Professor of Biomolecular Engineering and Associate Director for Human Pangenomics at the UCSC Genomics Institute Karen Miga joined former President Bill Clinton, U2 lead singer Bono, and Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) Tedros Ghebreyesus to talk about the greatest health challenges and opportunities the world is currently facing. 

Adrienne Harrell to serve as executive director for the UC Santa Cruz Foundation

In this re-envisioned role, Harrell will lead the administrative and operational structure of the UC Santa Cruz Foundation and its Board of Trustees and advance divisional diversity, equity, and inclusion aspirations both in its work environment and its engagement with stakeholders.

In Memoriam: Jane Silverthorne (1953–2022)

Plant biologist Jane Silverthorne, who served on the UCSC faculty from 1987 to 2004, has died at 69.

New Slug Rec virtual-only membership program

The Office of the Campus Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor (CP/EVC) is sponsoring a one-year Slug Rec Virtual-only Membership for group exercise classes. All faculty and staff are welcome to join.

Celebrating the life of Karl S. Pister

A celebration of life is scheduled for Saturday, September 17, 2022, at 1 p.m. in the Pauley Ballroom, Martin Luther King Jr. Student Union at UC Berkeley.

UCSC celebrates National Hispanic-Serving Institutions week

In celebration of National Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI) week, the HSI Initiatives and El Centro teams invite the campus community to participate in a number of special events. These events will highlight what it means to be an HSI and the many resources available to students because UC Santa Cruz is an HSI.

Beware off-campus rental scams

UC Santa Cruz has seen an increase in off-campus rental scams recently. We urge all students to be extra vigilant as they search for housing on popular websites. 

Computer scientist wins 'test of time' award for foundational work in game theory

Nearly 20 years after publishing his paper “The element of surprise in timed games,” UC Santa Cruz Professor of Computer Science and Engineering Luca de Alfaro received a surprise himself: he won the 2022 CONCUR test of time award.

Help us prepare for future campus emergencies

The best way to confront this uncertainty is through preparation, and we need your help with that. The Office of Emergency Management is partnering with our campus Institutional Research, Assessment, and Policy Studies to gather information for planning purposes related to the evacuation needs of our campus community.

Move-in volunteers needed

UCSC’s fall move-in will take place over four days, September 15 through 18, to welcome new residents to our campus. The move-in organizers are looking for volunteers to assist at East Remote Lot 104, Performing Arts Lot 126, West Remote Lot 127, and Yellow Cart Check-in/out at the Colleges over the four move-in days.

HSI Team invites campus community to celebrate Hispanic-Serving Institution Week

Next week, UC Santa Cruz will join universities across the country in celebrating Hispanic-Serving Institution week. Read this letter from the HSI team about all the ways you can join the celebration!

Communications and Marketing launches improved campus photo library

The new and improved campus photo library includes major improvements in photo discovery, search, and curation, and more than 200 new images of faculty, staff, and students.

Application period opens for campus Ombuds

The application period for a campus Ombuds is now open. The position will be an important one at UC Santa Cruz, as the Ombuds will provide impartial, informal, independent and confidential resolution services to all campus constituencies.

Employees invited to volunteer at UCSC booth at county fair

UC Santa Cruz hopes to widen community awareness of its efforts to expand educational opportunity and access, to promote social equity, and to foster research excellence by staffing an educational booth at the upcoming Santa Cruz County Fair.

Santa Cruz County Public Health hosts MPX town hall

Santa Cruz County Public Health hosts MPX town hall Thursday, August 11 from 6 - 7 p.m..

Courtesy notice regarding annual systemwide payroll disclosure

As part of the university’s commitment to transparency and public accountability, including the way it compensates faculty and staff, UC is conducting its annual disclosure of systemwide employee compensation for calendar year 2021.

Back to School Planning - UCSC benefits for your individual and family needs

As you plan for the coming school year, we want to remind you of some benefits available through Bright Horizons to meet your individual and family needs, including child and elder care, education support and coaching, and guidance and well-being for the whole family.

Application period opens for Vice Chancellor for Finance, Operations and Administration

The application period for Vice Chancellor for Finance, Operations and Administration is now open.

Celebration of Life for Audrey Stanley, 1927-2022

A memorial celebration will be held at 2p on August 19, 2022, at Audrey Stanley Grove, 501 Upper Park Rd., Santa Cruz.

UC Santa Cruz partners with CLC for trademark licensing management

CLC is providing UC Santa Cruz with innovative tools and resources that enable vendors to offer a greater variety of high-quality merchandise with the UC Santa Cruz logo and mascot, expanding the overall reach of merchandise available in stores and online retailers.

Eric Palkovacs appointed Associate Vice Chancellor for Strategic Initiatives

Help ‘Stuff the Bus’ and get students ready for school

With the new school year just around the corner, the United Way of Santa Cruz County and Santa Cruz Office of Education are looking for volunteers to help Stuff the Bus. Come and help fill new backpacks with school supplies for K-12 students.

Frequently asked questions: campus housing and the general waitlist

Answers to frequently asked questions about the general waitlist and the campus housing assignment process for Fall 2022.

With limited available campus housing, UC Santa Cruz to start offering assignments to students on general wait list

As UC Santa Cruz finishes offering campus housing to all undergraduate students on its priority waitlist, staff members are beginning to reach out to students on the general housing waitlist with offers to live in the limited, remaining residential space.

ASPIRE program launches to aid conservation in a changing climate

A new program out of the UC Santa Cruz Genomics Institute involves students in an effort to measure changes in biodiversity and ultimately prevent them.

Campus division renamed to Finance, Operations and Administration

UC Santa Cruz is renaming the Division of Business and Administrative Services to the Division of Finance, Operations and Administration.

Ingenious, tech-based solutions pitched at Santa Cruz Launchpad 2022

The annual UC Santa Cruz business pitch competition and job fair drew in 19 student teams, 25 local companies, and nearly 500 attendees.

Free webinar on worker safety best practices

Graduate student town hall focuses on developing short and long-term solutions to housing crisis

The panel discussion was centered on generating new ideas and recommendations for short and midterm solutions for graduate student housing for the implementation task force for inclusive excellence in graduate education.

CIDER Pilot Training Program helps students reach new heights in drone research and industry

18 students participated in the CIDER’s first-ever Pilot Training Program, which prepared them for success in research and industry opportunities.

Indoor masking strongly encouraged for campus community members

UC Santa Cruz strongly recommends that students, faculty, and staff wear masks indoors, especially in high-density spaces.

COVID-19 Treatment Options

People with certain medical conditions who test positive for COVID-19 may be eligible for COVID-19 antiviral treatments.

Sign-up to participate in the Santa Cruz Pride parade on June 5

Members of the UC Santa Cruz community are invited to join in this year's Santa Cruz Pride parade, which starts at 11 a.m. on Sunday, June 5. 

Student Union Assembly to host budget forum for campus community on Thursday, May 26

Student Union Assembly (SUA) will host a university budget forum Thursday, May 26. Campus leaders will answer questions about the budget, resource allocation, and the fiscal decision making process.

DSAS welcomes Ebonée Williams as new associate vice chancellor for student success and equity

Ebonée Williams joins the Division of Student Affairs and Success as the new associate vice chancellor for student success and equity.

Father of Modern Entrepreneurship to speak during inaugural Entrepreneurial Day at UCSC

The first annual Entrepreneurial Day at UC Santa Cruz will take place Saturday, May 21. The two-part event will feature a fireside chat with Steve Blank, the Father of Modern Entrepreneurship, followed by a resource fair and networking event with clubs from around campus.

Slug Crossing Faculty & Staff Cheering Section

Please join us at Slug Crossing to cheer on the graduates!

Applications open for UC Santa Cruz 2022-2023 Global Food Initiative student fellowship

UC invites comments on proposed policy on abusive conduct in the workplace

The University of California Office of the President proposed a new policy on Abusive Conduct in the Workplace. Several comments were taken into consideration and a revised version of the policy is now open for comment.

Launchpad 2022 Pitch Competition applications due May 11

Santa Cruz Launchpad is UCSC's annual pitch contest combined with Santa Cruz Works' job fair. This year's event will be held on June 1 at the Cowell Hay Barn. Student teams are invited to apply and will receive two weeks of coaching on their pitches prior to the event. Qualifying teams will be eligible for over $40,000 in prizes!

Submissions open for 2022 CITRIS UC Santa Cruz Campus Seed Funding Program

CITRIS and the Banatao Institute at UC Santa Cruz invites all UCSC principal investigators to apply for project support through its Campus Seed Funding program.

Research video brings attention to an inspiring way of learning

“Learning by Observing and Pitching In” is featured in a National Science Foundation video contest May 10-17; viewers can vote for their favorite video

UC Santa Cruz alumna and thought leader Roshawnna Novellus to deliver Baskin Engineering 2022 commencement address

Roshawnna Novellus—Baskin Engineering computer engineering undergraduate alumna, entrepreneur, and nationally recognized financial inclusion advocate—will deliver the UC Santa Cruz Baskin School of Engineering 2022 commencement address.

CruzFix is live

UCSC’s new integrated facilities management system, CruzFix is available.

Team of researchers win the public benchmark phase of new Alexa Prize competition

UC Santa Cruz’s team of computer science and engineering (CSE) Ph.D. students came out victorious by a generous margin during the public benchmark phase of the first-ever Amazon Alexa Prize SimBot Challenge, far surpassing other teams in the university competition focused on advancing virtual assistant technology.

Survey for Senate faculty on information technology priorities

Summer Session Invites Students to Stay for Summer

UC Santa Cruz Summer Session enrollment is underway and for the first time since 2019, students can choose to stay on campus for in-person classes, or the option remains to study online from anywhere.

Chancellor Larive assumes position as new Board Chair for Monterey Bay Economic Partnership

University of California, Santa Cruz Chancellor Cynthia K. Larive will assume the role of incoming board chair for the Monterey Bay Economic Partnership.

Interior Artworks Installation policy comment period ends May 27

Call for Proposals — Summer 2023 Online Courses

Cruz Foam teams up with DiCaprio, Kutcher as advisors and adds a major industry partner

Cruz Foam, a company that started as a Ph.D. student’s project at the UC Santa Cruz Baskin School of Engineering and makes a compostable alternative to styrofoam packaging, has added actors Leonardo DiCaprio and Ashton Kutcher as advisors and investors.

I Am Here: Home movies and everyday masterpieces

I AM HERE: Home Movies and Everyday Masterpieces, a major new AGO exhibition opening in April of 2022, is a revealing look at our universal need to capture, share and cherish the everyday. Lost-and-found home movies from the Prelinger Archives, founded by UCSC professor of film and digital media Rick Prelinger.

2022 PIT-UN Network Challenge funding open for submissions

The Public Interest Technology - University Network (PIT-UN) has opened the call for proposals for the 2022 Network Challenge funding opportunity.

Cops and Coffee event on Friday

The event is an opportunity for members of the campus community to enjoy free coffee and cookies and talk with campus police officers.

Registration open for Summer Edge

All incoming Slugs are invited to join Summer Edge where students take Session 2 courses before their first fall to fulfill prerequisites or major requirements and build connections with faculty and support resources.

The 2022 UC Undergraduate Experience Survey opens April 6

Undergraduate students are invited to take the 2022 UC Undergraduate Experience Survey (UCUES) starting on Wednesday, April 6.

Spring Break 2022 Food Truck-A-Thon

The UCSC Spring Break 2022 Food Truck-A-Thon will take place March 19-27

Recruitment for Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Now Active

The leadership recruitment for campus’ first Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is now live.

UC Santa Cruz Professor Marianne Weems directs new interactive online performance I Agree To The Terms

UC Santa Cruz Professor in Performance, Play & Design Marianne Weems, Artistic Director and Founder of the award-winning performance and media ensemble The Builders Association, debuts a new interactive crossmedia performance, livestreaming online this March 25-April 3.

Homebuying, financial wellness resources from Landed

UC Santa Cruz offers employees access to Landed in support of homeownership.

Computer scientist Yang Liu wins NSF CAREER award

Yang Liu, assistant professor of computer science as the Baskin School of Engineering, won a prestigious NSF CAREER award for his study of human-centered machine learning.

Introducing The 2022 Deep Read: Yaa Gyasi’s Transcendent Kingdom

The Humanities Institute at UC Santa Cruz announces the return of The Deep Read annual program. The group will read Transcendent Kingdom, the acclaimed novel from Brooklyn-based author Yaa Gyasi.

Family-friendly opera returns to Mainstage Theater this March with My Head is Full of Colors

On March 12, Family Opera returns live to the Mainstage Theater with My Head is Full of Colors, a joyful tale of imagination composed by UCSC Lecturer Chris Pratorius Gómez, with a libretto by Nicole Paiement, and directed by Lecturer Sheila Willey.

CITRIS Tech for Social Good 2021-22 student teams awarded funding

CITRIS and the Banatao Institute at UC Santa Cruz has chosen three new student projects and two events for funding through the 2021-22 Tech for Social Good (TSG) Program.

Porter alumna to stir up digital storytelling this summer

Nikki Silva, one of the Peabody Award-winning radio producers of NPR’s The Keepers, Hidden Kitchen, and the Radiotopia podcast The Kitchen Sisters Present... will be teaching the popular Podcasting: Digital Storytelling (Crown 98) course this summer.

Update on UC policy and frameworks for responding to sexual violence and sexual harassment

Summarized below are the key revisions of the SVSH Policy and its implementing frameworks, the impetus for the changes, and other information of note.