Author: Public Affairs
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Philanthropist and arts advocate Pat Rebele dies at age 96
Patricia “Pat” Rebele’s quiet generosity helped shape Santa Cruz County for decades.
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About the UC Santa Cruz elephant seal research program
The UC Santa Cruz elephant seal research program began in 1967 when Professor Emeritus Burney Le Boeuf initiated a systematic tagging and censusing project at the Año Nuevo Reserve. This long-term study is housed within the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (EEB). Currently, the research is spearheaded by Assistant Professor Roxanne Beltran, with significant…
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First cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza in northern elephant seals confirmed in California
The outbreak marks the first cases of HPAI H5N1 in marine mammals in California and the first detection in northern elephant seals.
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From climate resilience to forensic science, 2025 Innovation Impact Award recipients announced
Their work demonstrates how UC Santa Cruz innovation moves from discovery to real-world benefit.
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In Memoriam – Teresa de Lauretis (1938-2026)
A pioneering thinker who brought semiotics and psychoanalytic theory to bear upon cinematic representations of desire, de Lauretis taught at the University of California, Santa Cruz, from the mid-1980s until her retirement in 2008 as Distinguished Professor Emerita.
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Progress on Common Data Platform and InfoView transition
The Data Management team is currently finalizing the implementation plan for Sigma Computing.
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UC Santa Cruz celebrates Teaching Week 2026
This week is an opportunity for the entire campus to celebrate the many changes to the culture and practice of teaching and learning on our campus
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Annual notice on employees responsible for reporting discrimination, sexual violence, or sexual harassment
UC Santa Cruz strives to create and sustain an equitable environment for students, staff, and faculty.
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Notice of open comment for interim Major Events Policy
The Major Events Policy aims to prioritize public safety, coordinate resources, and provide better tools for event planners.
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Five student projects funded by 2025-26 CITRIS Tech for Social Good Program
This program supports cross-disciplinary student projects and events aiming to address significant social challenges with technology-based solutions.
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In Memoriam: Sue Matthews
Sue was a valued member of the UC Santa Cruz community, serving in a variety of roles across the Colleges and Housing from 1999-2023.
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Think summer this winter
Every summer, departments offer hundreds of courses designed to help students stay on track or get ahead.