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May 2023
 

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UC Santa Cruz scientists, along with a consortium of researchers, have released the first human “pangenome,” which better represents human genetic diversity—and ultimately could help to diagnose disease and guide treatments.

FEATURED STORIES
Rebecca London, associate professor of sociology, is the project lead at UC Santa Cruz.

UCSC and the United Way of Santa Cruz County’s Youth Action Network—which partnered to empower local young people to delve into the topic of mental health—were recently recognized for their commitment to youth well-being and success.

Domby spent almost a decade teaching art, first as a high school art instructor and department chair in suburban Baltimore, Maryland. He later became an adjunct instructor and then a full-time instructor at the Baltimore County Community College.  (Photo by Carolyn Lagattuta)

UCSC’s newly appointed Chief of Police Kevin Domby—who previously spent almost a decade teaching art—credits his high school art teacher with introducing him to the idea of a career in public service.

STUDENT SUCCESS INITIATIVE
Andrew Guydish (Crown ‘16, cognitive science, M.S. psychology, PH.D. psychology)

UCSC Ph.D. candidate Andrew Guydish is pursuing psychology and conversational dynamics with the help of the Fredrico and Rena Perlino Memorial Scholarship.

 
Orientation Leaders are UC Santa Cruz students that are highly trained to assist incoming frosh and transfer students  in their exciting transition to becoming a UCSC Banana Slug.

UCSC’s online summer Slug Orientation course has been recognized for its innovative and inclusive approach to preparing entering students.

ALUMNI UPDATES
2023 Alumni Award nominations

UC Santa Cruz recognizes and honors alumni who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievements, made distinct contributions to society, provided impactful contributions to UC Santa Cruz, and who have embodied the values and spirit of the university.

MAKE YOUR NOMINATIONS TODAY!
 
UCSC students advocate for peace in light of the Vietnam War.

At a virtual Golden Slug Alumni event during Alumni Reunion Weekend 2023, graduates from the early 1970s reminisced, reconnected, and shared how they used their Slug experience to make a difference in the world.

Alyssa Scarsciotti (Stevenson ’20, sociology and linguistics)

Alyssa Scarsciotti is fulfilling a lifelong dream as a Peace Corps volunteer, and is among the first to return overseas post-pandemic.

UC SANTA CRUZ MAGAZINE
Samantha Hamilton counsels New York Times reporters on the federal Freedom of Information Act and various states’ public records laws. (Photo courtesy Hamilton)
Award-winning journalist and civil rights lawyer Samantha Hamilton (Kresge ’16, economics) finds herself using skills learned at City on a Hill Press during her fellowship as a newsroom attorney for the New York Times.
Portrait of a young Bill Mathews drawn by Amey Mathews using graphic on some of her father’s old notes (photo by Carolyn Lagatutta

The daughter of the late UCSC astrophysicist Bill Mathews has found a creative way to remember and pay tribute to her father—by weaving portraits of him into and over his handwritten notes.

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Monday, June 12, 6:30–8:30 p.m.

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June 15–18

See a complete schedule of events.

 
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August 18–20

Reunite on campus with friends and fellow alumni for a weekend of celebration. Reserve your apartment or residence hall and join us in the redwoods.

 
Many upcoming events are being delivered virtually; check calendar.ucsc.edu for latest updates

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June 2–3

Location: The Institute of the Arts & Sciences Gallery

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June 9–10, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Location: UC Santa Cruz Art Department Room G-101

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