Author: Public Affairs
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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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Increased patrols at Wilder Ranch State Park
California State Parks has notified UC Santa Cruz that it will be increasing the presence of park rangers for added patrols in Wilder Ranch State Park after an uptick in evening trespassing.
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Holiday gifts that challenge gender stereotypes can support children’s development
Distinguished Professor of Psychology Campbell Leaper explains the issues with gender stereotypes in children’s toys and shares gift-giving tips that may help counteract the effects.
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Announcing a new opportunity to support homeownership
In an effort to provide more support for employees, UC Santa Cruz has partnered with Landed, a firm that helps employees who work in educational institutions purchase homes.
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Exceptions to campus closure 2021-2022
As in the past, the UC Santa Cruz campus will close during the holiday season in an effort to conserve energy at a time when the university business is generally slow.
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Support for undocumented members of our campus community
We are writing to reaffirm our care and support for undocumented members of our community.
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Taking precautions when traveling; public comment on policy on bullying/abusive conduct, proposing additional student housing at Kresge
As we near the end of the fall quarter, I want to extend my best wishes to all Banana Slugs, near and far, and to express my gratitude for how you have made this quarter possible.
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Rosa Garcia to serve as interim ADA Officer
Senior Investigator/Complaint Resolution Officer Rosa Garcia has agreed to serve as interim ADA Officer. In this inaugural position, Rosa will help provide leadership and expertise to ensure campuswide ADA compliance and foster a more inclusive climate.
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Uncovering the politics behind a pandemic
The latest paper from Politics Professor and Global & Community Health Executive Director Matt Sparke argues that the coronavirus pandemic has exposed, exploited, and exacerbated the vulnerabilities of neoliberal societies around the world.
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Update on testing communications and campus procedures
As previously announced, the University implemented mandatory asymptomatic testing at least every four (4) days for all unvaccinated employees who come on-site for any reason.
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Statement on not guilty verdict in Rittenhouse trial
We are disheartened and dismayed by this morning’s not guilty verdict on all charges in the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse. We join in solidarity with all who are outraged by this failure of accountability.
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Graduate student housing town hall
I continue to work alongside campus leaders to find other sources of support for graduate students, including for summer.