Leadership Messages
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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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Information regarding responding to immigration officials in instructional and other “limited access” spaces
To ensure our instructors have the relevant information handy, my office has created cards that instructors can keep in their wallet or phone that describe steps they should take in the unlikely event that immigration officers request access to any limited access space such as a classroom when class is in session or a laboratory.
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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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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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Prevent the Spread of Respiratory and Stomach Viruses
The Student Health Center urges students to prioritize health and community well-being as respiratory and stomach illnesses rise.
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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.
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Campus comment period for the new International Travel Policy
The Division of Global Engagement proposes a new policy on International Travel and invites comments.
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Updates on financial aid processing and our path forward
The Financial Aid and Scholarships Office acknowledges this year’s processing delays and is making improvements for 2025-2026, including better communication and streamlined processing.
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Resources for undocumented members of our campus community
We write today to reaffirm our support and care for undocumented members of the UC Santa Cruz community.
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Annual notice on employees responsible for reporting discrimination, sexual violence, or sexual harassment
UC Santa Cruz strives to create and sustain an equitable environment for students, staff, and faculty.