Student Experience
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A path shaped by passion: Alumnus David Gleason’s lifelong dedication to Russian studies and supporting the Humanities
UC Santa Cruz alumnus David Gleason supports the university through charitable gift annuities. His philanthropic support of UC Santa Cruz is rooted in a deep gratitude for how his time there shaped the path that followed—working for Apple in the Soviet Union at one of the most pivotal moments in modern history.
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Spring Give 2026: A look at the impact
Whether raising funds for rental space, team uniforms, travel costs, or printing costs, the Spring Give directly supports students, allowing them to fundraise for resources specific to their teams and organizations.
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Alumni Reunion Weekend 2026: Celebrating the Class of ’76
UC Santa Cruz’s Alumni Reunion Weekend brought Banana Slugs back to the redwoods for a weekend of celebration.
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Collaborating ecology professors earn national honors and discuss their work together
Professors of ecology and evolutionary biology Roxanne Beltran and Erika Zavaleta have been recognized individually by the Ecological Society of America. But they also partner on research that bridges ecology, inclusive education, and field-based learning
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Over 5,000 biodiversity observations across more than 1,300 species equals first place in national competition
The campus chapter of the Ecological Society of America’s flagship education program SEEDS blew away all other competing chapters around the country, thanks to Santa Cruz’s thriving natural habitats
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Get involved with The Peel: Your mid-quarter update is here
The Division of Student Affairs and Success shares spring quarter updates in the second edition of The Peel, a student newsletter.
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Student Health Services is proud to host Mental Health Awareness Month in May
Students are invited to join SHOP and CAPS for a series of campus-wide activities in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. This is a great opportunity to discover practical self-care strategies, learn how to support a friend in need, and engage with the campus community through events focused on holistic wellness.
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Neuroimaging workshop brings leading scientists to UC Santa Cruz
Graduate students and early-career researchers joined scientists from around the world at UC Santa Cruz for a hands-on neuroimaging workshop, gaining practical experience with advanced tools and insight into how researchers study the brain.
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Thousands of future Slugs gather at UC Santa Cruz for Banana Slug Day
With tours, lectures, a campus welcome, and a lively resource fair, Banana Slug Day gave admitted students an immersive look at academics, support services, and student life, helping them picture their future at UC Santa Cruz.
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NSF awards 20 students and alumni with highly coveted Graduate Research Fellowships
The fellowship program is one of the nation’s most prestigious of its kind. Awardees at or from UC Santa Cruz represent fields ranging from engineering to the physical, biological, and social sciences.
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UC Santa Cruz debuts on CodeSignal’s University Report
A new ranking demonstrates Banana Slugs’ software engineering career readiness
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Engineering student wins NVIDIA Agents for Impact Hackathon
Preet Karia built an AI-powered tool to turn physics notes into 3D visualizations.