Leadership Messages
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Information about recent federal immigration actions
We recognize that recent federal immigration actions, whether locally, within the UC system, or across the country, may cause fear and grave concern for many in our campus community.
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Labor strikes announced for Tuesday, April 1
The University of California has been notified of a one-day systemwide labor strike on Tuesday, April 1 at all UC campuses and medical centers.
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UCSC Arts Dean Celine Parreñas Shimizu to join UCLA
Arts Dean and Distinguished Professor of Film and Digital Media Celine Parreñas Shimizu will become the next dean of the School of Theater, Film, and Television (TFT) at UCLA. She will step down from her position at UC Santa Cruz in June 2025.
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Initial review date for Vice Provost of Academic Affairs applicants is March 14
UC Santa Cruz has launched an internal search for the next Vice Provost of Academic Affairs (VPAA). UCSC candidates can apply through UC Recruit, with an initial review date of Friday, March 14, 2025.
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Celebrating and Observing Ramadan, Easter, and Passover
Students observing these holy days may miss classes and/or request extensions for assignments. Some will also limit or avoid the use of technology, including virtual learning platforms.
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Information about Ramadan at UCSC
Supporting our campus community during Ramadan with dining options, prayer spaces, academic accommodations, and engagement opportunities.
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Commitment to the UC Santa Cruz community
I write today acknowledging the uncertainty and anxiety that many members of our community are experiencing from the federal actions over these past weeks. I share these feelings and I want to reaffirm our commitment to our mission.
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Several labor strikes announced for Feb. 26-28
We anticipate the strikes will have noticeable impacts to the services provided by campus dining, transit, and health services.
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Dear Slugs | Dean of Students Newsletter | February 2025
Read the latest edition of the Dear Slugs newsletter from Dean of Students Garrett Naiman. Dear Slugs offers important resources, events and opportunity in support of students.
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Campus shares second quarter financial summary, revenue generation ideas, and budget committee framework
To keep the campus community informed about efforts to bring the core funds budget into balance, UC Santa Cruz has released a quarterly financial summary, revenue generation recommendations, and the framework used to determine the multiyear reduction plan.
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Search launches for Vice Provost of Academic Affairs
UC Santa Cruz is launching an internal search for the next Vice Provost of Academic Affairs (VPAA).
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New UC website on federal policies
The rapid shift in federal policy and priorities is creating uncertainty for UC Santa Cruz, our UC system and universities across the country.