Author: Public Affairs
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Impacts of rainy weather on coronavirus outbreaks reveal economic benefits from earlier social distancing
Economists at UC Santa Cruz used rainy weather as a natural experiment to understand how communities across the U.S. that started some form of social distancing slightly earlier may have experienced significant economic benefits.
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New platform textbooks and course materials
Beginning with the Winter Quarter 2022, UCSC and the Bay Tree Bookstore will begin transitioning textbook services to a new model where you can order textbooks and course materials online and then have them delivered to your home or campus address.
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In Memoriam: Bill Mathews (1937–2021)
William George “Bill” Mathews—astrophysicist, musician, and idea foundry—died on September 24 at the age of 84, but his sparkle lives on.
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The importance of vaccine boosters, recognizing our 2021 accomplishments
The end of a calendar year naturally spurs reflection. It’s a time to think back on both the challenges we’ve faced individually and collectively, and to celebrate our accomplishments.
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Sad news regarding Tyler Stovall, former dean and faculty member
It is with sadness that we write to share with you the news that Tyler Stovall, our former humanities dean and a longtime faculty member, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Dec. 10, at his home in Manhattan.
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Plan your Alumni Week 2022 event
The Alumni Week planning team invites campus partners to submit their events in anticipation of a diverse and dynamic gathering.
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Upcoming closures for Student Health Center and CAPS
Student Health Center will be closed for mandatory staff trainings during these dates and times:
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In Memoriam: Paul Niebanck (1934-2021)
Paul Niebanck, professor emeritus of environmental studies and founding provost of Rachel Carson College, passed away on November 26, 2021.
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In Memoriam: Robert E. Garrison (1932–2021)
Robert E. (Bob) Garrison, professor emeritus of ocean sciences, passed away on Friday, November 26, 2021, at his home in Santa Cruz.
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Action required – Instructions for Winter Break
As we near the end of the fall quarter, we are reaching out today regarding the university’s COVID testing protocol in advance of Winter Break (Dec. 11 through Jan. 2).
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Winter Break COVID-19 Testing Requirements
Our goal is to provide you with the most up-to-date information for reducing your risk of COVID infection while you are away from campus.
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Prescribed burns scheduled today to Dec. 20 in Wilder Ranch State Park
California State Parks is planning to conduct prescribed burns at Wilder Ranch State Park in Santa Cruz County beginning today (Dec. 6), pending weather conditions.