Faculty
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A library for the 21st century: McHenry turns a page
As a generation born into the information age hits the books–or the Internet–campus libraries are adapting to the needs of a new, hyperconnected student.
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UCOP web site provides information about market’s impact on benefits and savings programs
Many UC employees and retirees are wondering about the effects of the recent volatility in the financial markets on their UC Retirement Plan (UCRP) benefits and the UC Retirement Savings Program. UC’s Office of the President provides the following information in response to these questions: atyourservice.ucop.edu/news/general/0810-ucrp_financial.html
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Chancellor’s staff forum, Tuesday, October 14
Please join your fellow staff as the Staff Advisory Board hosts the Chancellor’s Staff Forum on Tuesday, October 14 from 12:00 to 1:15 p.m. in the Stevenson Event Center. This is the first Open Staff Forum of the 2008-09 Academic Year. Chancellor Blumenthal will address campus staff by speaking on the following areas: Updates for…
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Focus on Faculty: Mary Silver, Professor of Ocean Sciences
Oceanographer Mary Silver has had a lifelong love affair with the sea–and with teaching.
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Founders Day dinner on October 24
Since its opening 43 years ago, UC Santa Cruz has achieved real distinction as a place where excellence is defined by the very special qualities of its people and programs. On Friday, October 24, the campus’s glorious past and its very promising future will be celebrated at UC Santa Cruz’s second annual Founders Day dinner.…
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Policy on use of university resources and facilities for political activities
As election season is in full swing, this may be a good time to take a moment to review relevant University policies regarding appropriate use of University facilities and resources. As a public institution and 501(c)(3) entity, the University is prohibited from becoming directly or indirectly involved in campaigns of political candidates for public office.…
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New CPS after hours crisis service
We are pleased to announce a new program in Counseling and Psychological Services (CPS) for the UCSC campus community – the CPS After Hours Crisis Service. The CPS After Hours Crisis Services is available to: 1) On and off campus UCSC students who are in crisis or in urgent situations; 2) UCSC staff and faculty…
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Chancellor Blumenthal sends fall greetings
As we begin a new and promising academic year, I want to warmly welcome all UCSC students, faculty, and staff members. You are part of an exceptional teaching and research university. Over the past week, I’ve had the pleasure of meeting with new students, their parents, new faculty, and graduate students. I am very impressed…
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Campus welcomes new Regents Scholars, Pister Fellows
Vice Provost and Dean William Ladusaw welcomed this year’s new Regents Scholars and Karl S. Pister Fellows at a luncheon reception held at the Cowell College Provost House on September 28.
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Mr. President . . .
The 44th president will have tremendous challenges before him. UCSC experts offer their advice on topics ranging from education to climate change.
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Washington Mutual bank information
Yesterday the checking, savings, money market, CD and retirement accounts of Washington Mutual Bank customers were transferred to JP Morgan Chase Bank. The transition is expected to be seamless. All Washington Mutual Bank accounts are now JP Morgan Chase Bank accounts. Direct deposits, including UCSC payroll and expense reimbursement direct deposit payments, will continue to…
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Campus provost writes about approved state budget
We have just learned that the Governor has signed the 2008-09 budget for California, bringing the lengthy budget impasse to an end. Even though it will take some time until we know the full impact to the University of this budget compromise, I would like to share with you what we know to date–as well…