Author: Public Affairs
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UCSC in the News
Sociology department chair Craig Reinarman’s research was cited in War on Drugs: The Report of the Global Commission on Drug Policy. The report called the war on drugs a failure and received worldwide attention when it was released last week.
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Student parking during year-end activities
This week many parking lots on campus will be posted with signs welcoming visitors to commencements and other year-end celebrations.
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Temporary closure of McHenry Library
McHenry Library will be closed June 10 through June 19, while we move collections, staff, and operations back into the wing of the library that has been undergoing a major renovation.
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Outstanding TAs for 2010-11 named
The Graduate Division has announced the names of the graduate students who have been selected as recipients of the 2010-11 Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award.
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10×10: 10 grads in 10 days
UCSC’s Class of 2011 includes these outstanding 10 new graduates, whose profiles–including photos and videos–will roll out here over the two weeks before commencement.
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Recipients of the 2011 Chancellor’s Achievement Award for Diversity
These awards honor faculty, staff, students, and programs that have made outstanding contributions to diversity and inclusion at UCSC.
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Budget cuts and next steps
EVC Galloway updates the campus on budget cuts and announces five initiatives that will position the campus for the future.
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UCSC in the News
Planetary scientist Erik Asphaug was quoted in a Playboy magazine story about the potential to mine asteroids for valuable resources.
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A successful Dispo Day on campus
Held on Earth Day, nearly 25 large bins were distributed across the campus to over 15 units. The total shred amount for Dispo Day came to 1,150 pounds.
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June 3 Forum on Demonstration Response
On Friday June 3, starting at 5:30 pm, a forum will be held at the Porter College Fireside Lounge (http://maps.ucsc.edu/wvportercollege3a.html) to give the Demonstration Advisory Group (DAG) an opportunity to hear from students about their experiences during demonstrations on the UCSC campus.
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In Memoriam – Reynaldo Ramirez
It is with great sadness that I report that Reynaldo “Rey” Ramirez, Jr. passed away on May 21, 2011.
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In Memoriam – Greta Slobin
It is with sadness that I write to inform you of the death of our colleague, Professor Greta Slobin.