Author: Division of Student Affairs and Success
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For 35 years, UCSC Adventure Rec has brought the Banff Mountain Film Festival to Santa Cruz — and opened the outdoors to students.
For 35 years, UCSC Adventure Recreation has hosted the Banff Mountain Film Festival in Santa Cruz, turning world-class adventure films into direct support for students. Ticket sales help reduce trip costs by up to 50%, expanding access to outdoor leadership and recreation. Join the community February 27, 28 and March 1, 2026 at the Rio…
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MIKE to headline exclusive hip hop concert for UCSC students
New York–based rapper and producer MIKE will headline a student-only hip hop concert at the UCSC Quarry Amphitheater on Saturday, March 7, as part of After Hours, a new event series designed to create more opportunities for student connection, creativity, and engagement. The concert marks the first live music event in the After Hours series…
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UC Santa Cruz Athletics establishes Hall of Fame, announces inaugural class
The Hall of Fame will celebrate the excellence, history, and impact of Banana Slug athletics.
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Bay Tree Building closed for major renovation
The Bay Tree Building is closed as renovations begin to create a welcoming, accessible hub for student connection, services, and community.
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Leadership gift advances East Field running path renewal
A generous $500,000 gift will revitalize the East Field running path, enhancing movement, connection, and well-being across the UCSC community.
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Omar Galvez joins UC Santa Cruz as executive director for Dining Services
UC Santa Cruz welcomes Omar Galvez, a hospitality leader dedicated to connection, community, and student well-being.
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Honoring service, building community: Supporting military-connected students at UC Santa Cruz
UC Santa Cruz’s Veterans Resource Center empowers military-connected students with community, resources, and support to help them thrive academically and personally.
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Celebrating First-Gen Slugs: Empowering students, strengthening community
UC Santa Cruz celebrates first-generation students whose perseverance and leadership transform families, communities, and the future of higher education.
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Volunteer for Family Weekend
Help make Family Weekend unforgettable! Volunteers will greet guests, support events, and share Slug spirit with visiting families all weekend long.
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Nominations open for the 2025 Women’s Gala Awards Ceremony
Nominations are now open for UC Santa Cruz’s 2025 Women’s Gala Awards, celebrating leaders advancing women’s empowerment, equity, and community impact.
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Building community through constructive dialogue
The Division of Student Affairs and Success is excited to announce a new partnership with the Constructive Dialogue Institute (CDI) to bring Perspectives—an innovative online learning program—to our campus community.
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Introducing the UC Santa Cruz Spaces Directory
Discover Spaces, UC Santa Cruz’s new directory at spaces.ucsc.edu—find study lounges, meeting rooms, event venues, clear policies, and contacts to reserve accessible campus spaces easily.