Author: Public Affairs
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Astronomy find supports explanation of origins of elements For the first time, astronomers have found pristine clouds of the primordial gas that formed in the first few minutes after the Big Bang. The composition of the gas matches theoretical predictions, providing direct evidence in support of the modern cosmological explanation for the origins of elements in the universe. Only the lightest elements,…
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UCSC to celebrate McHenry Library Rededication this Friday
After six years of construction and a massive reorganization of its collections and services, UCSC is celebrating the completion of the McHenry Library Expansion and Renovation on Friday, April 27, beginning at 4 p.m.
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Housing Workshops
The University Relations Good Neighbor Initiative Program will hold two housing workshops to provide students with vital information on how to become successful off-campus residents.
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UCSC in the News
Astronomer Jonathan Fortney was quoted in a Mashable story about the Keppler Explorer app for planetary systems discovered by NASA’s Kepler Mission.
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Public safety, traffic alert for April 20
This notification is being provided to advise members of the campus community, others with valid reasons for visiting the UC Santa Cruz campus, and campus neighbors of the potential for disruptions and hazards associated with an unsanctioned gathering known as “4-20” during the afternoon of April 20.
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Let’s talk–Open office hours this Friday
Alison Galloway, campus provost and executive vice chancellor, invites students to her open office hours this Friday, April 13, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. in Quarry Plaza.
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UCSC in the News
The New York Times featured a story about a new Web site introduced by the Dickens Project, noting that this year’s annual summer Dickens Universe gathering at UCSC is now sold out for the first time in the event’s history.
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Proposed Revisions to Staff Policy 70-Complaint Resolution
The University of California has proposed revisions to Staff Policy 70, “Complaint Resolution” in order to clarify the process for resolving complaints made by employees.
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OPERS spring recreation registration begins April 10
UCSC Recreation announces publication of its spring OPERS Recreation, Intramural and Sports Guide. Recreation and intramural registration begins Tuesday, April 10 at 9 a.m. The digital edition of the guide can be found at http://ucrecspring12.flipmymag.com/. Printed guides will be distributed throughout campus on Monday. More detailed information about recreation registration can be found at the…
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BSLUGS (Boston Santa Cruz Local University Graduates)
Dear BSLUGS (Boston Santa Cruz Local University Graduates), On Friday evening, April 27, we’re going to attend a performance of Yesterday Happened: Remembering H.M. (90 minutes, no intermission) at the Central Square Theatre in Cambridge, Mass. About the play: At the age of 27, Henry Molaison became frozen in time. After experimental brain surgery, H.M.…
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Hawaii Regional Event
Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Location: The Mandalay Restaurant 1055 Alakea Street Honolulu, Hawaii 96813 Tel: (808) 525-8585 themandalayhawaii.com Free Parking with Validation: Bishop Square parking (across the street from the Mandalay Restaurant)
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Distracted Driver’s Enforcement
The National Distracted Driving Awareness Month is taking place in April.