Social Sciences
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How does climate change impact water?
The Santa Cruz Sentinel tapped Ruth Langridge, a lecturer in politics and a lead author of the state Climate Change Assessment, for comment on the local impacts of climate change on water supplies.
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Harvard Quietly Amasses California Vineyards—and the Water Underneath
Assistant Professor Madeleine Fairbairn of Environmental Studies was quoted in a Wall Street Journal story about Harvard University's investment in California vineyards.
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How America’s Bluest State Can Be a Model for the Other 49
Environmental Studies and Sociology Professor Chris Benner coauthored a column about California's economy for The American Prospect; he penned the piece with Manuel Pastor, a professor at the University of Southern California and a UCSC alum.
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Tiffany Trump’s Posts About Ivanka Show They Love To Support Each Other
Bustle reached back to a New York Times story that quoted Sociology Professor Emerita Marcia Millman for an article about half-sisters Tiffany and Ivanka Trump.
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The shocking truth: In Silicon Valley wages are down for everyone but the top 10%
Environmental Studies and Sociology Professor Chris Benner's research on wage inequality in Silicon Valley received indepth coverage from CNBC.
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In poor countries technology can make big improvements to education
Research by professors Rob Fairlie and George Bulman in economics was cited by The Economist in an article about the role and impact of educational technology in developing countries.
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Silicon Valley wages have dropped for all except highest-paying jobs: report
The San Jose Mercury News, Ars Technica, and other news outlets covered a report that detailed growing wealth inequality in Silicon Valley; the report was coauthored by Chris Benner, professor of sociology and environmental studies and the director of the Santa Cruz Institute for Social Transformation.
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A Stealth Move to Undermine Science at the US Department of Agriculture
Steve Gliessman, professor emeritus of environmental studies, was quoted in a story featured on the Union of Concerned Scientists's blog about the US Department of Agriculture's plans to move important research functions out of Washington DC–a move critics fear will disconnect USDA scientists from policy makers.
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Harvard Spent $100 Million on Vineyards. Now It's Fighting With the Neighbors
Madeleine Fairbairn of Environmental Studies was quoted in a Bloomberg story about conflicts between Harvard University, which has invested in agricultural lands, and neighbors, including Professor Emeritus Steve Gliessman, who oppose a proposed vineyard.
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An innovative idea for California’s economy: a tech dividend
Chris Benner, professor of sociology and director of the Santa Cruz Institute for Social Transformation, penned an op-ed for the San Jose Mercury News about a technology dividend that would support a more inclusive and secure safety net.
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Do 'Sheltered' English Programs Nurture or Hinder English-Language Learners?
Latin American and Latino Studies researcher Peggy Estrada was featured in an Education Week story about the efficacy of programs that "shelter" older English language learners in segregated classrooms.
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What the Midterms Mean for Climate Change
Liz Beaumont, associate professor of politics, was featured in a Sunday New York Times post-election piece about climate change that was focused on how people can get more engaged on issues they care about.