Author: Public Affairs
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CruzHacks 2021 to be held virtually January 15 to 17
Applications now open for hackers, mentors, and judges
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STAR Awards program renewed for 2020-21
STAR awards are discretionary and may be awarded to employees for the purpose of recognizing and rewarding excellence in university service; significant achievements and contributions; and outstanding individual and team performance.
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Campus publishes sixth edition of “inquiry@UC Santa Cruz” research magazine
The stories, crafted by alumni of the world-renowned UC Santa Cruz Science Communication Master’s Program, cover projects across the five academic devisions.
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Campus launching Pathways to Retirement program for faculty
The formal launch of the PTR program will be in the winter 2021 quarter, and there will be a website with more information and resources available at that time.
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TestMe: Keeping our community healthy, one test at a time
In an effort to support the community’s health and well-being and forge a responsible path forward, UC Santa Cruz is launching a public awareness campaign to remind students, faculty, and staff to get a COVID–19 test regularly, .
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Statement on UC Regents session on faculty dismissal
While personnel issues are traditionally dealt with in closed session as provided by law, Professor Ramakrishna “Ram” Akella requested that the presentation of the requested action be done during the open session of the Regents November 19 meeting. The Regents complied with the request. Chancellor Cynthia Larive, in agreement with the campus Committee on Privilege…
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Campus to host telecommuting roundtable on Nov. 20
Topics will include ergonomics, wellness and safety, technology and cybersecurity, accommodations, and leading hybrid and remote teams.
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Post-election events, resources
While we wait the outcome of the president election, UC Santa Cruz is providing several opportunities for students to gather and get support. This page will be updated as more events are scheduled.
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Campus publishes reports on CARES Act funding
UC Santa Cruz has published two reports summarizing how it has used funding received through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
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Seed funding grants support plans for innovative research centers
The UCSC Office of Research has awarded seed funding to six campus research groups to support their efforts to develop innovative new research centers.
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Wildfire relief grants awarded to employees, students
Through generous gifts from alumni, donors, and the campus community, UC Santa Cruz has been able to provide more than 60 grants to the employees who were most severely impacted.
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Z Hacks 2020: An inclusive virtual hackathon for students
CITRIS at UCSC has been working with Santa Cruz Works, CSU Monterey Bay, and other community partners to plan an inclusive virtual hackathon for students.