An outbreak of kelp-eating sea urchins along the Central Coast, leading to a significant reduction in the region’s kelp forests, was caused mostly by sea urchins coming out from their hiding places rather than an increase in their population, according to a new study—findings that could help restore decimated kelp forests. |
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New research from UC Santa Cruz shows incremental improvements in the representation of adults with autism in film, television, books, media coverage, and advocacy organization websites—but challenges persist.
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Fifteen researchers at UCSC are working on the California Conservation Genomics Project, the first of its kind in the field of conservation genomics. The project aims to create a comprehensive genomic dataset representative of the state’s biodiversity. |
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STUDENT SUCCESS INITIATIVE
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The Black Men’s Alliance, established in 1994 as an organization to create community for Black students at UC Santa Cruz, now boasts a population of 60 engaged and active alumni—and wants to expand further. |
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Essential to student success, the Lionel Cantú Queer Resource Center is a strong and active community where “folks have claimed, reclaimed, and proclaimed their voices.” |
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Alum Sareil Brookins grasped every opportunity that came her way during her time at UCSC. She says that being a Black and queer womxn on campus pushed her to go above and beyond in everything she accomplished and encouraged her to become fearless. |
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Baskin Engineering alumnus David Young blends artificial intelligence machine learning technology with digital design to produce works of art that explore novel forms of creative expression. |
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July 24–30, 2022 Hybrid event: virtual and various locations on UCSC campus |
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Wednesday, July 27 5–6:30 p.m.
Seymour Marine Discovery Center, La Feliz Room |
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Many upcoming events are being delivered virtually; check calendar.ucsc.edu for latest updates
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Tuesday, July 19, 6–7:30 p.m. Location: UC Santa Cruz Hay Barn |
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Saturday, July 23 Location: UC Santa Cruz Baskin School of Engineering |
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Sunday, July 24, 3–5 p.m. Location: Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History |
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Saturday, July 30, 7–9 p.m. Location: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium |
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Wednesday, August 3, 10–10:45 a.m. Virtual Event |
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The UCSC Alumni team is planning more fun and informative gatherings! Look out for emails in the near future about upcoming events. |
UCSC Alumni Reception at the Watsonville Strawberry Festival
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Saturday, August 6, 2–5 p.m. Location: Studio Judy G, 430 Main Street, Watsonville |
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Stop and have a glass of sparkling wine and organic strawberries at Studio Judy G during the Watsonville Strawberry Festival. This casual reception will feature local sparkling wines from Equinox Cellars, sparkling cider, and a few special treats. Bring the family to this annual Watsonville tradition, explore the festival, and stop by Studio Judy G to celebrate and connect with fellow Banana Slugs. |
UCSC Alumni Takeover at Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party
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Friday, August 12, 5–8:30 p.m. Location: Midtown Square, 1111 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz |
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Come celebrate Midtown’s vibrancy at the UCSC Alumni Takeover of Summer Block Party in partnership with Event Santa Cruz. Enjoy live music, dancing, local eats, artists, and vendors as we join together as a community. Bring family, friends, and all your fellow Banana Slugs for this special Slug Night at Midtown Fridays. This is a night not to be missed! |
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UC Santa Cruz’s New Gen Learning—a research consortium made up of faculty and graduate students from diverse fields—highlights the learning strengths of underserved children and students. |
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A remarkable, first-time film course tackles the criminal justice system, aiming to free wrongfully convicted people currently incarcerated in U.S. prisons. |
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