April 2025 News Archive

Cell biologist discovers two proteins are key to proper transfer of genetic material

The biological research of UC Santa Cruz’s Needhi Bhalla to determine the molecular motions at the heart of heredity has yielded a new discovery: The proper transfer of

David Deamer wins 2025 SETI Institute's Drake Award

The SETI Institute has honored David Deamer, an emeritus professor of biomolecular engineering, with its Drake

Procurement announces discount program at The Bagelry for university business

UCSC Procurement and The Bagelry, a beloved local favorite for bagels and spreads, have announced an exciting new contract pricing arrangement exclusively for UC Santa Cruz (UCSC) faculty and staff. The UCSC agreement is for "Official University" Business only, it does not apply to personal use orders.

Notice of Campus Comment Period: UC Policy on High-Containment Research

The University of California, Office of the President invites comments on a proposed new Presidential Policy on High-Containment Research.

DroneCamp 2025 offers comprehensive drone training for all experience levels this summer

CITRIS and the Banatao Institute’s CIDER Program invites you to the 2025 DroneCamp, a hands-on, five-day training event designed to teach you everything you need to know about using drones for mapping and field data collection.

Interviews set for finalists for Vice Provost of Academic Affairs

Accreditation assessment team for UC Santa Cruz Police Department invites public comment

A team of assessors from the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) will arrive on April 28, 2025, to examine all aspects of the University of California Santa Cruz Police Department (UCSC PD) policy and procedures, management, operation, and support services, Chief Kevin Domby announced today.

New book explains the public health costs of prisons and policing

Assistant Professor Carlos Martinez's latest co-edited book explores the public health impacts of punitive policing, incarceration, and deportation policies and describes how the abolitionist health justice movement is

UC Santa Cruz researchers honored in Hollywood style at Breakthrough Prize ceremony

The Breakthrough Prize Foundation, established by Silicon Valley luminaries including the tech icons behind Google and Facebook, named UC Santa Cruz astrophysicist Rebecca Jensen-Clem and former postdoctoral researcher

Spring Forum with Chancellor Larive and SAB New Member Self-Nominations

Information about recent federal immigration actions

We recognize that recent federal immigration actions, whether locally, within the UC system, or across the country, may cause fear and grave concern for many in our campus community.

Music meets motherhood in inspiring performance

Stephanie F. Valadez blended together her latin heritage with her experience in motherhood to compose a concert that embodies who she is. This free performance at the UC

Reviving Indigenous languages: $600,000 grant honors the linguistic tapestry of Oaxacan immigrants in California

The Humanities Institute (THI) at UC Santa Cruz has been developing a community-engaged research project to create an exhibition delving into the role those languages play in sustaining

Enchanting night of classical guitar with Connie Sheu

The Arts Division is welcoming Connie Sheu, an esteemed guitarist, to campus for a performance that is free and open to the public. The April 18 show will

Alumna Reyna Grande named to Kirkus Reviews' Best Books of the 21st Century

Grande’s memoir, 'A Dream Called Home', chronicles Grande’s journey to UC Santa Cruz and becoming a best-selling

Dear Slugs | Dean of Students Newsletter | April 2025

Read the latest edition of the Dear Slugs newsletter from Dean of Students Garrett Naiman. Dear Slugs offers important resources, events and opportunities in support of students.

Acclaimed poet and cultural theorist Fred Moten to deliver this year’s Hayden V. White Lecture

The celebrated poet, scholar and theorist Fred Moten will give this year’s Hayden V. White Distinguished Annual Lecture on Wednesday, April 9 at the Hay Barn on campus.

UC Santa Cruz working with Universidad Autónoma de Baja California on cooperative research initiatives, faculty and student exchanges

UC Santa Cruz leaders last week formally recognized the university’s burgeoning relationship with the Universidad Autónoma de Baja California (UABC) through the signing of a memorandum of understanding.

Get involved at Banana Slug Day and Transfer Day 2025

Banana Slug Day and Transfer Day at UC Santa Cruz will welcome admitted students and help them discover more about the campus community.

UC Santa Cruz and the Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County: Better Together

April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month, a time to celebrate and recognize the contributions volunteers make in their communities. It’s an opportunity to encourage more people to get involved with organizations by giving for a few hours a day, a week or on an ongoing basis.

Strengthening Campus Connections: UCSC Launches Slug Family Hub

UC Santa Cruz has launched the Slug Family Hub, a new platform designed to keep families informed, connected, and engaged with campus life through centralized updates, resources, and