Author: Louise Donahue
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Students treat staff members to Easter party
UCSC Dining Services staff members and their families were treated to an egg hunt and barbecue on Easter Sunday, courtesy of the Latino Business Student Association at Oakes College. “We wanted to say thank you for feeding us,” said organization co-president Ezequiel Olvera. Formed in 2006, the Latino organization emphasizes professionalism, community involvement, academic excellence,…
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A Legacy of Success: Two pioneering UC Santa Cruz programs prepare minority students for careers in science
The Minority Biomedical Research Support (MBRS) and the Minority Access to Research Careers (MARC) programs are two closely coordinated initiatives designed to ensure that more minorities are prepared to lead in the nation’s science labs and classrooms.
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Ground broken for new Ranch View Terrace housing project at UC Santa Cruz
Efforts by UC Santa Cruz to build more on-campus housing for faculty and staff got a significant boost when ground was broken March 5 on the first phase of the Ranch View Terrace project.
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UC Santa Cruz students see stars, thanks to local company
UC Santa Cruz students will have more time with the stars, thanks to a generous donation from a local company. Watsonville-based Orion Telescopes has made a gift of 10 portable telescopes for field use by students, creating greatly enhanced opportunities for observing in introductory courses. “This gift means many more possibilities for students to have…
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UCSC fundraising for 2005-06 reaches nearly $22 million
UC Santa Cruz raised nearly $22 million in private gifts and pledges during 2005-06, buoyed by crucial support for K-12 education initiatives, marine research, and expansion of McHenry Library. Alumni and parents played a key role, with nearly 2,000 contributing to the campus for the first time. “Our donors’ generosity fuels the innovation for which…
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Mix of age groups, nationalities drawn to summer programs at UC Santa Cruz
Summer is the season for nontraditional students at UC Santa Cruz. Fulbright scholars and professionals from around the world are being introduced to the United States-and English-in University Town Center downtown; youngsters on campus are perfecting their cheers and honing their computer skills; and the campus is playing host to a variety of academic conferences.…
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UC Santa Cruz summer session has special option for those over 55
Summer classes at UC Santa Cruz are open to all, but those 55 and older have an especially sweet deal. For just $25, these nontraditional students may purchase a Summer Senior Audit Card allowing them to sit in on summer session courses as often as they wish, pending approval by the instructor. Even better, these…
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Individual UCSC student volunteers, organizations honored for service
Thirty-four student volunteers and eight student organizations were honored at the annual Service Recognition Awards Ceremony for their efforts helping others. “It is one of the most valuable partnerships we are able to make, linking UCSC students with the greater Santa Cruz community,” Chancellor Denice D. Denton said at the May 31 ceremony in the…
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UC Santa Cruz honored for providing transportation alternatives
UCSC’s popular bike shuttle program has received a sustainable transportation award and the campus has made a national listing of “Best Workplaces for Commuters.” The bike shuttle ferries up to 14 bikes at a time up Bay Street and onto campus. Last fall, average daily ridership in the program was 153.4 passengers–the highest ever recorded.…