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So to Speak will premiere at the 27th San Francisco’s Independent Film Festival on Feb. 7 at the Roxie Theater.

Award-winning Arts Dean premieres new film

Renowned filmmaker, film scholar and Dean of the Arts Division Celine Parreñas Shimizu's newest work addresses sexuality and the importance of higher education and relationships between women in forging one’s power. Shimizu's recent works include 80 Years Later (2022) and The Celine Archive (2020), which have been awarded at festivals and shown on public television across the country.

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Kendra Dority named 2024 Outstanding Staff

Kendra Dority named 2024 Outstanding Staff

The award recognizes staff members who provide distinguished service each day to the students, staff, and faculty of UC Santa Cruz.

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Mysterious cosmic signals linked to collapsed stars

Mysterious cosmic signals linked to collapsed stars

Dean Bryan Gaensler contributed to research that provided the clearest evidence yet that some fast radio bursts originate from neutron stars.

‘Rage giving’ boosted certain nonprofits

‘Rage giving’ boosted certain nonprofits

Nonprofits played an important role during Trump's first term as a counterforce that channeled public resistance to anti-immigrant policies.

Legacy of philanthropy and leadership

Legacy of philanthropy and leadership

Steve Bruce's legacy is a testament to his enduring belief in the university’s potential to make a difference—in the lives of students and the world.

Silver Slug Award empowers 1st-gen student

Silver Slug Award empowers 1st-gen student

Student Stephanie Mayo-Burgos (Porter ’25, environmental studies and legal studies) pursues her dreams with the help of the Silver Slug Award.

Fellowship provides full tuition for NLP students

Fellowship provides full tuition for NLP students

Up to ten California residents will receive full scholarships to pursue a Masters of Science in Natural Language Processing for the 2025-26 year.

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