Campus News
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UC Santa Cruz names new dean of the arts
David Yager–an innovative visual artist with a wide expertise in exploring how the arts can be applied to directly address social problems–has been appointed the new dean of the UC Santa Cruz Arts Division, effective July 1.
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UCSC in the News
The New York Times’ economix blog featured economist Rob Fairlie’s work on self-employment during recessions.
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There are currently no major emergencies on campus
If a campus emergency occurs, please check this website for important information, which will be posted as quickly as possible. You can also call 459-INFO or tune to KZSC 88.1 FM for updates.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. tops UCSC Alumni Reunion Weekend festivities April 24-26
Environmental leader Robert F. Kennedy Jr. kicks off UCSC’s Reunion Weekend 2009 festivities on April 24.
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College Eight revamps its core course to create an “outstanding freshman experience”
College Eight is revamping its core course to provide an “outstanding freshman experience.”
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Leadership for Silicon Valley initiatives
In November of 2007, I had the pleasure of appointing Professor Joseph Miller to the position of Vice Provost for Silicon Valley Initiatives. Now, after more than 40 years of service to UC Santa Cruz as professor, astronomer, director of UCO/Lick Observatories, and most recently as vice provost, Professor Miller made the decision to retire…
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Understanding Workplace Violence – Briefings on April 14, 2009
On Tuesday, April 14, 2009, Staff Human Resources will sponsor two briefings on “Understanding Workplace Violence” for UCSC employees. The briefings will be conducted by the law firm of Littler Mendelson and will be held at the University Inn, Sierra Room, at 9:00 a.m. and again at 1:00 p.m. Employees are encouraged to enroll in…
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Senior management group policies – formal review
The University invites your comments on the formal review of the following five policies which were approved by The Regents on February 5, 2009: 1) Senior Management Group Hiring Bonus 2) University-Provided Housing 3) Senior Management Group Automobile Allowance 4) Senior Management Group Moving Reimbursement 5) Senior Management Group Relocation Allowance These policies were developed…
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UCSC professor offers ‘street smart’ guide to making documentary films
Looking for a practical, step-by-step guide to creating a documentary film? You might look no further than a new compact handbook co-authored by UC Santa Cruz associate professor of film and digital media Gustavo Vazquez.
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UCSC in the News
U.S. News & World Report and Forbes reported on chemist Jin Zhang’s research on hollow gold nanospheres for cancer treatment.
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Cancer Genomics Browser gives cancer researchers a powerful new tool
The UCSC Cancer Genomics Browser provides a new way to visualize and analyze data from studies aimed at improving cancer treatment by unraveling the complex genetic roots of the disease.