The deadly poison that changed medicine; History Professor Matt O’Hara will read from The Flying Death at Bookshop Santa Cruz on November 9
In The Flying Death: Poison, Plunder, And The Quest For A Miracle Medicine In The Amazon, UC Santa Cruz History Professor and Cowell/Stevenson Provost Matt O’Hara tells a complex but fast-moving story, in which scientific breakthroughs emerged alongside questionable medical experiments, commercial rivalries, and the exploitation of the Indigenous communities whose knowledge made the discoveries possible.
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Caring for our workplace: Alcohol and other drugs (AOD) – annual notice and resources for employees
We recognize that individuals may face challenges and want to ensure that employees know confidential support and assistance are available.
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Stay connected with The Peel: Your mid-quarter update is here
The Division of Student Affairs and Success shares fall quarter updates in The Peel, a student newsletter.
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California’s General Election Nov. 3: Make a plan, skip the line, and vote early
The campus Voting Center at the Stevenson Event Center will be open from Saturday, October 31, through Election Day on Tuesday, November 3.
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Update on Transforming Advising initiative
Academic advising is central to the student experience, helping students explore their interests, connect with resources, and chart meaningful academic paths.