![Distinguished alumni to speak on conservation, film, law, art, writing](/2015/02/images/sanjayan-thumb.jpg) | Distinguished alumni to speak on conservation, film, law, art, writing 'True Originals' speaking series will feature accomplished Banana Slugs giving thought-provoking talks during Alumni Weekend 2015. |
![Methane in Arctic lake traced to groundwater from seasonal thawing](/2015/03/images/boat2-lake-thumb.jpg) | Methane in Arctic lake traced to groundwater from seasonal thawing UC Santa Cruz researchers find that groundwater from seasonal melting may be an important contributor to emissions of methane, a potent greenhouse gas. |
![New 3rd edition of 'Teaching Organic Farming & Gardening' now available](/2015/03/images/casfs_manual_cover-80.jpg) | New 3rd edition of 'Teaching Organic Farming & Gardening' now available Drawing on nearly 50 years of experience from the UC Santa Cruz Farm, a newly updated teaching manual addresses the practical aspects of organic farming. |