Campus News
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In Memoriam: Maxine Lane (1926-2026)
UC Santa Cruz retiree Maxine Lane died on April 17, 2026 at 99 years old. Maxine worked at the campus for 22 years and was a staunch supporter and advocate for UC Santa Cruz veteran students.
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Spring 2026 Campus Elections: ballot information and voting details
Student participation in campus elections is vital to ensuring a vibrant, representative, and inclusive campus community. By voting, students select future leaders and help shape key decisions affecting student life at UC Santa Cruz.
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Senate Faculty Support Survey now open: Share your experiences
The survey is designed to help Academic Affairs and the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) understand how to improve their programs that support faculty research, teaching, and service.
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Make purchasing easier with the UCSC OneCard
The UCSC OneCard is the university’s preferred payment method for eligible expenses, and it’s designed to save you time, reduce paperwork, and eliminate out-of-pocket costs.
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Prioritizing your well-being this spring quarter
Spring quarter can feel demanding. Prioritize your mental health, stay connected, and access support resources available to help you navigate this stretch.
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New UCPath feature: Emergency contact for immigration enforcement workplace detention or arrest
UCPath has introduced a new emergency contact category specifically for immigration enforcement detention or arrests that occur at work.
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United by loss, a Palestinian and Israeli walk together on a path to peace
Aziz Abu Sarah, a Palestinian peacebuilder, and Maoz Inon, an Israeli entrepreneur and activist, will speak on Monday, April 20, in Santa Cruz about their work promoting understanding and reconciliation in the region.
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Rally for California Science (SB 895) on May 4
If passed, SB 895 would place a $23 billion bond to fund scientific research on California’s November 2026 ballot.
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In memoriam: Dennis Wake
Dennis was a well-loved member of the UCSC Dining team and dedicated over 22 years to feeding the campus community.
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National award recognizes UCSC’s student-centered housing strategy
Where students live shapes their success. UC Santa Cruz built a housing plan around that premise—and it earned a national award.
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Art, ecology, and interconnection: UC Santa Cruz launches inaugural Earth Day festival
Professor Jennifer Parker organized the April 22 Arts & Ecology Festival as a space for gathering, exchange, and collective inquiry, bringing together interdisciplinary research, visual and sonic practices, and performance to engage the urgencies of the environmental crisis through shared experience and collaboration