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SUMMARY:M.F.A. Exhibition for Environmental Art & Social Practice (EASP)—"Picking up Shells Amid a Tsunami"
DESCRIPTION:The culminating exhibition of the Environmental Art and Social Practice (EASP) M.F.A. program at UC Santa Cruz presents new projects—Picking up Shells Amid a Tsunami 쓰나미가 밀려오는데\, 조개나 줍고 있네—developed through concentrated inquiry over a two-year period and offers a window into the artists’ unique long-term research projects that expand beyond the gallery space.\n—\nFULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS\n– Ongoing Exhibition: Thurs..\, April 2–Sat.\, May 2\, 2026\n– Opening Celebration: Thurs.\, April 2\, 5:00–7:00 p.m.\n– Artist Roundtable: Thurs.\, April 23\, 5:00–6:00 p.m.\n—\nADMISSION\n– FREE and open to the public\n– Gallery hours are Tues.–Sun.noon–5:00 p.m (closed Mondays)\n—\nPARKING\n– Lot 124 & 125 are the closest parking lots to the event.\n– Parking is by permit or ParkMobile.\n– Refer to TAPS for more parking information.\n—\nABOUT THE EXHIBITION \nNotes from the EASP cohort: \n“The phrase evokes a scene in which\, amid an approaching catastrophe\, someone appears to be idly picking up seashells. In South Korea\, it gained political currency during the 2017 presidential impeachment protests\, when feminist\, disability rights\, and animal rights groups were criticized for bringing their demands into the demonstrations. Their interventions were dismissed as distractions—acts of “picking up shells” at a moment when the sole priority was said to be the president’s removal. \n“We choose to pick up shells nonetheless. Not because the crisis is small\, but because the shells matter. They are the body of the future\, what accumulates slowly\, what endures. One day\, shells become mountains\, and mountains become home. To pick up shells is not to turn away from urgency\, but to insist on a future beyond it. \n“This exhibition comes together through an insistence on the opposite premise: that picking up shells while disaster is at our doorstep is not a distraction\, but a necessity. What gets dismissed as marginal\, secondary\, a mere luxury\, or mistimed\, is precisely where social and political life becomes livable and where dreams\, desire and the imagination open lines of flight towards other worlds. \n“Waves can level buildings once on the shore\, dragging and revealing the damage as they recede. Rather than turning away from the storm\, we acknowledge the multilayered and epistemic devastation caused by centuries of colonial\, patriarchal\, racist violence upon people\, earth and more than human life. We witness the ongoing bifurcation of human and nature that is sedimented into our lives\, languages and social\, material\, infrastructures. \n“The act of bending down to gather shells\, ردم\,  fragments\, sounds\, 뼈\, blue bottles\, grotta\, relationships\, bodies\, cries—composes a score that moves towards forms of care through minor gestures\, embodiment\, ritual\, ofrendas\, listening and beholding.  Mundane and everyday poetics do not negate the scale of devastation and loss\, nor do they refuse engagement. Rather\, they bear witness. They reveal pathways towards endurance\, negotiation\, memory and imagination beyond colonial catastrophe. In this sense\, the exhibition reframes the tsunami not as a singular event or metaphor\, but an invitation us to behold\, actively look\, to sit within the textures of tectonic plates and energy flows\, at the conjuncture where plates meet\, in the flow of energy through tempo\, liquid\, movement\, land\, sound\, ecotone. \n“The wave does not demand one unified response. It forms part of a condition\, a form of everyday accretion\, a movement in and out of different temporalities. Picking up shells while the tsunami unfolds\, amid the tsunami\, alongside the water’s ebbs and flows\, calls us to pay attention to overlooked lives\, stories\, bodies\, memories\, flows and relations\, to transform materials so that they become reconstituted and are able to hold new and ongoing narratives that refuse to remain silent.”
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/easp-2026/
LOCATION:Mary Porter Sesnon Art Gallery\, Baskin Service Road\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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SUMMARY:2026 Right Livelihood International Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Right Livelihood International Conference is a four-week global conference exploring how education can strengthen democracy\, collective intelligence\, and just futures. Bringing together Right Livelihood Laureates\, students\, faculty\, and community partners across continents\, the conference combines asynchronous learning with participatory dialogue and collaborative action. Rather than advocating specific outcomes\, the conference positions education as a democratic practice and the Right Livelihood College as a steward of dialogue\, student voice\, and long-term institutional learning. \nRegistration is free and open to the public. Sign up to receive conference updates\, session links\, and participation opportunities.
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/2026-right-livelihood-international-conference/
CATEGORIES:Film Screening,Lectures & Presentations,Meetings & Conferences,Ph.D. Presentations,Seminars,Social Gathering,Training,Undergraduate,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Social Services Opportunities / Aspiranet Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Aspiranet\, a Californian\, public services nonprofit will answer questions\, talk about career advancement in social services\, and share how you can help move Hope Forward in your community \nAspiranet has become one of California’s largest and most successful social service organizations. Aspiranet is a 501 (c) (3) California nonprofit organization with the mission of providing children\, youth\, and families with a foundation of support so they can thrive at home\, at school\, and in their communities. \nJoin us to learn more about the various opportunities we have to offer in Santa Cruz and surrounding areas. \nYOU BELONG HERE\nPrograms and services are open to all\, consistent with state and federal law\, as well as the University of California’s nondiscrimination policies. Every initiative—whether a student service\, faculty program\, or community event—is designed to be accessible\, inclusive\, and respectful of all identities. To learn more\, please visit UC Nondiscrimination Statement or Nondiscrimination Policy for UC Publications.
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/social-services-opportunities-aspiranet-info-session/
LOCATION:Cowell Conference Room\, 257 Cowell-Stevenson Road\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064
CATEGORIES:Meetings & Conferences
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SUMMARY:FINS: Fisheries Insights Narratives and Stories seminar series featuring Dr. George Leonard
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the second talk in the FINS: Fisheries Insights Narratives and Stories seminar series featuring Adjunct Professor Dr. George Leonard. His talk\, “Lessons learned from my time at the science-policy interface” will discuss his 35 years of experience researching\, communicating\, and advocating for a vibrant and healthy ocean upon which all of us depend. He has been at the forefront of ocean science-policy interface at major nonprofits (Monterey Bay Aquarium and Ocean Conservancy)\, working on practical ocean solutions to some of the ocean’s greatest environmental challenges. He initiated\, developed\, and led a host of conservation programs during his time at Ocean Conservancy including offshore aquaculture\, plastics pollution\, ocean acidification\, climate change\, mesopelagic fisheries\, and deep-sea mining. During his early career at Monterey Bay Aquarium\, he developed the scientific foundation for the nascent sustainable seafood movement \nFINS: Fisheries Insights Narratives and Stories Seminar Series \nDr. George Leonard\, Adjunct Professor\, Coastal Science and Policy UCSC \nTitle: Lessons learned from my time at the science-policy interface \nWhen: Wednesday\, April 15th from 10:30am-12pm \nWhere: Ocean Health Building Rm 118\, 115 McAllister Way\, Santa Cruz\, CA 95060 and on Zoom \nAgenda: \n\n10:30 am – 11:00 am – Professional Networking Session (in person only – light snacks and refreshments provided)\n11 am to 12 pm – presentation followed by Q & A\n12 pm – 1pm – student lunch with the speaker in OHB courtyard → sign up here\n\nZoom Meeting Registration: https://ucsc.zoom.us/meeting/register/NwH0_qUbSeuIm3A76DY-Dg \n 
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/fins-fisheries-insights-narratives-and-stories-seminar-series-featuring-dr-george-leonard/
LOCATION:Ocean Health Building\, McAllister Way\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064
CATEGORIES:Seminars,Social Gathering
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SUMMARY:CSE Colloquium - Algorithmic Problems in Discrete Choice by Ravi Kumar
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Ravi Kumar\, Google \nAbstract:\nIn discrete choice\, a user selects one option from a finite set of available alternatives\, a process that is crucial for recommendation systems applications in e-commerce\, social media\, search engines\, etc.  A popular way to model discrete choice is through Random Utility Models (RUMs).  RUMs assume that users assign values to options and choose the one with the highest value from among the available alternatives.  RUMs have become increasingly important in the Web era; they offer an elegant mathematical framework for researchers to model user choices and predict user behavior based on (possibly limited)  observations.   While RUMs have been extensively studied in behavioral economics and social sciences\, many basic algorithmic tasks remain poorly understood.  In this talk\, we will discuss various algorithmic and learning questions concerning RUMs. \nBio: \nRavi Kumar has been a research scientist at Google since 2012. Prior to this\, he was at the IBM Almaden Research Center and at Yahoo! Research. His interests include algorithms for massive data\, ML/privacy\, and the theory of computation. He maintains an extensive publication record that includes Test-of-Time Awards from STOC and WWW\, as well as Best Paper Awards from KDD and WWW\, to mention a few. He is an ACM fellow.\n\nHosted by: Professor Sungjin Im \n\nDate and Time: Wednesday\, April 15\, 2026 from 11:00 am – 12: 15 pm \nLocation: Engineering 2\, Room E2-180 (Refreshments such as fruit\, pastries\, coffee\, and tea will be provided.) \n\nZoom Option: https://ucsc.zoom.us/j/93445911992?pwd=YkJ2TQtF79h0PcNXbEcpZLbpK0coiY.1&jst=3 \n\n 
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/cse-colloquium-algorithmic-problems-in-discrete-choice-by-ravi-kumar/
LOCATION:Engineering 2\, Engineering 2 1156 High Street\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Seminars
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SUMMARY:HireDMV Multi-University Alumni Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:Calling University of California Alumni in Washington\, D.C.\, Maryland\, and Virginia.  \nAre you ready for your next career move? Join fellow alumni and professionals at the HireDMV Multi-University Alumni Career Fair\, a unique opportunity to connect directly with top employers hiring across a wide range of industries. \nThis expo-style career event brings together alumni\, graduate students\, and doctoral candidates from multiple universities to meet 75+ employers actively recruiting talented professionals in the DMV region. \nEvent Details \nHireDMV Multi-University Alumni Career Fair\n📅 Wednesday\, April 15\, 2026\n⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n📍 Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center\, College Park\, MD \nWhy Attend \n\nMeet 75+ companies actively hiring\nBuild meaningful connections with recruiters and hiring managers\nExplore opportunities across industries and career levels\nFree to attend for alumni\n\nWhether you’re exploring a career transition\, returning to the workforce\, or seeking your next leadership role\, the HireDMV Career Fair offers a powerful opportunity to expand your network and discover new possibilities. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/hiredmv-multi-university-alumni-career-fair/
LOCATION:Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center\, College Park\, MD\, 7801 Alumni Drive\, College Park\, MD\, 20742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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SUMMARY:Engineering Teaching Community (Faculty)
DESCRIPTION:During the chaos of a quarter\, is it hard to find time to reflect and improve as an instructor? Would you like to be a part of an inclusive\, supportive group of engineering instructors who do this in community? ETC is for sharing teaching experiences\, classroom ideas\, research on learning\, and methods that support instructors and students. All are welcome\, and lunch is provided. Please reach out to Jenny Quynn with questions.
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/engineering-teaching-community-faculty/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Jack Baskin Engineering\, Baskin Engineering 1156 High Street\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064
CATEGORIES:Meetings & Conferences,Training
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SUMMARY:The Emergence of Maritime Archaeology in the Republic of Benin: Research\, Challenges\, and Ongoing Initiatives
DESCRIPTION:Presentation Abstract:  The Republic of Benin has a rich maritime history shaped by human interactions along its coast. However\, these coastal areas remain understudied in terms of archaeological research. Over the past five years\, research has explored the potential of both land and submerged archaeological sites to understand long-term occupation and material evidence of Atlantic-era exchanges. This presentation traces the development of maritime archaeology in Benin through ongoing research. Grounded in a Maritime Cultural Landscape framework\, it combines terrestrial survey data\, underwater investigations\, oral traditions\, and historical archives to reconstruct past human interactions along the coast. \nAbout the Presenter: Affolabi Angelo Ayedoun is a PhD Student in the Department of Anthropology at UCSC. His research seeks to illuminate the precolonial history of coastal Benin by analyzing patterns of occupation and cultural interaction during the second millennium AD. It focuses on the Grand-Popo region\, an area of early settlement and a key site of initial colonial contact in present-day Benin.
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/the-emergence-of-maritime-archaeology-in-the-republic-of-benin-research-challenges-and-ongoing-initiatives/
LOCATION:Social Sciences 1\, Social Sciences 1\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Ph.D. Presentations
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SUMMARY:Off-Campus Housing Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join UCSC Community Rentals Wednesday\, April 15\, 12 – 3 p.m. at Social Sciences Lawn to meet local landlords\, learn about the rental process\, and explore off-campus housing & resources! \nDrop by and get info to help your housing search! Housing staff and local landlords/property managers will be on-site to answer questions. \nGet tips about: \n\nSearching for rentals\nMaking your rental application packet\nWhat landlords are looking for\nThe Renters Workshop\, and more\n\nLearn more by visiting communityrentals.ucsc.edu \nYou Belong Here: The programs and services described here are open to all\, consistent with state and federal law\, as well as the University of California’s nondiscrimination policies. Every initiative—whether a student service\, faculty program\, or community event—is designed to be accessible\, inclusive\, and respectful of all identities. \nTo learn more\, please visit UC Nondiscrimination Statement or Nondiscrimination Policy for UC Publications. \n 
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/off-campus-housing-resource-fair-april/
LOCATION:Social Sciences Lawn\, College Nine\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064
CATEGORIES:Drop-In Support
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SUMMARY:Spring Exhibitions at the Institute of the Arts and Sciences
DESCRIPTION:Visit the IAS\, UCSC’s premier art galleries\, for our spring exhibitions. On view April 10–August 16\, 2026 are three diverse and interdisciplinary shows: Libia Posada: Everything is Going Right\, the first US solo exhibition by the Colombia-based artist and medical doctor; Gina Athena Ulysse: A Redwoods Rasanblaj\, a site-specific and immersive exploration of the Haitian kreyol conception of rasanblaj; and Ronaldo V. Wilson: There Are No Words\, But Melodies\, a mixed-media exhibition emerging at the intersections of Black poetics\, performance\, and visual art. \nThe IAS Galleries are open Wednesday-Sunday\, 12 pm – 5 pm. Admission is free to the public. \nLibia Posada: Everything is Going Right\nLibia Posada’s first solo exhibition in the United States features installations\, sculptures\, and drawings meticulously constructed from surgical instruments\, gauze bandages\, crutches\, used books\, and domestic picture frames. The new and existing works in the exhibition powerfully stitch together the personal\, social\, and political disorders and afflictions that currently trouble the world\, from the wars that resonate across the globe to the violences of aging in US prisons.  \nGina Athena Ulysse: A Redwoods Rasanblaj: Origins & Disentanglements\nThe internationally-lauded work of humanities professor Gina Athena Ulysse is on view as a premier Faculty Spotlight Exhibition. The site-specific installation\, produced in community from things collected\, found\, purchased and donated\, centers on the Haitian concept of rasanblaj\, a form of assembly and collage that transcends the formal use of materials to draw together people\, spirits\, and ideas.  \nRonaldo V. Wilson: There Are No Words\, But Melodies\nCollage is both a material practice and a structural interrogation in the Faculty Spotlight Exhibition artworks by literature professor Ronaldo V. Wilson. In video\, painting\, and installation\, layers and folds conceal and reveal\, delving into the experience\, both bodily and emotive\, of living in times of violence.  \n 
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/spring-exhibitions-at-the-institute-of-the-arts-and-sciences/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Institute of the Arts and Sciences\, 100 Panetta Ave\, Santa Cruz\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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SUMMARY:Visualizing Abolition Screening Series: Beyond Access
DESCRIPTION:On view in the IAS Screening Room is a selection of short films curated by Visualizing Abolition Visiting Faculty Fellow Dr. Pooja Rangan. \nPrisons deny and censor the access of those trapped inside them—to information\, to intimacy\, to community\, to meaningful work\, to nourishment of all kinds\, and perhaps most cruelly\, to care. This program assembles a series of films\, including works by filmmakers incarcerated in California as well as others without that lived experience. Together\, these works confront the debilitating impacts of these restrictions and reveal how the disabling logic of the prison is extended to other institutional spaces (the hospital\, the university)\, turning access into a scarce commodity by enclosing what should be held in common. Questioning the carceral and state-sponsored productions of disability and accessibility\, the short films together reveal the courage of people working despite limitations to produce collective access for one another\, described simply and beautifully by disability justice activist Leah-Lakshmi Piepzna Samarasinha as “revolutionary love without charity.” \nThanh Tran\nDying in Prison\, 2022\nHD Video (color\, sound)\, 3 minutes\nCourtesy of the artist \nCarolyn Lazard\nPre-Existing Condition\, 2019\nHD video (color\, sound)\, 6 minutes\nCourtesy of the artist and Trautwein Herleth3 \nAnthony Alejandrez\nAnother Rainy Day\, 2023\nPhone video (color\, sound)\, 3 minutes\nCourtesy of the artist \nJordan Lord\nAfter…After… (Access)\, 2018\nHD Video (color\, sound)\, 16 minutes\nCourtesy of the artist \nRahsaan “New York” Thomas\nFriendly Signs\, 2023\nVideo (color\, sound) 21 minutes\nCourtesy of Tommy Wickerd\, Empowerment Ave & System Impact Media
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/visualizing-abolition-screening-series-beyond-access/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Institute of the Arts and Sciences\, 100 Panetta Ave\, Santa Cruz\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ritual Drinking in the Ancient World
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 15\, 5:00-7 p.m. \nStockwell Cellars\n1100 Fair Avenue\, Santa Cruz \nSpace is limited. Please let us know if you are able to attend via this registration link. \n“Drink and make a happy day!” (New Kingdom Theben tomb)\n“Wine gladdens the heart of man…” (Psalm 104:15) \nAt this ‘symposium’ event\, three UCSC professors in Classical\, Biblical\, and Egyptian antiquity will tell stories about how various ancient cultures drank wine to commune with their gods\, suspend the normal social rules\, and prepare for the end of days. \nElaine Sullivan\, “How to Get Drunk with a Goddess”\nMartin Devecka\, “Wine before Liquor”\nAnne Kreps\, “Drinking like the World is Going to End” \nThe Stockwell Cellars tasting room bar will be open for attendees to purchase individual wines-by-the-glass during the event. Come enjoy tasting local Santa Cruz wines while learning about the long history of drinking as a ritual event in the ancient Mediterranean world.  \nA Q&A will follow the short presentations.  \n\nSpeakers & Bios: \nMartin Devecka\, Associate Professor\, Ancient Studies & Literature\nAs a cultural historian\, Devecka writes on topics in ancient literature and society that range from robots to ruins.  He is currently finishing a book manuscript on animal citizenship in the Roman Empire. \nAnne Kreps\, Associate Professor\, Ancient Studies & History\nAs a historian of the ancient Near East\, Kreps studies heresies\, Gnosticism\, and the politics of sacred texts.  Her current work examines the Dead Sea Scrolls within New Religious Movements in the United States. \nElaine Sullivan\, Associate Professor\, Ancient Studies & History\nAn Egyptogist\, Sullivan’s field research has included excavation and survey at Karnak’s Mut Temple\, the cemetery of Saqqara\, and the Greco-Roman city of Karanis\, all in Egypt. She is currently authoring a book on the sales of antiquities out of Egypt in the late 19th and early 20th century. \nImage: Nebamun receiving wine
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/ritual-drinking-in-the-ancient-world/
LOCATION:Stockwell Cellars\, 1100 Fair Ave.\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060
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SUMMARY:Kraw Lecture: At the Forefront of AI: Innovation and Discovery
DESCRIPTION:Artificial intelligence is transforming how we understand and solve the world’s most complex challenges—while at the same time causing new challenges and concerns. We invite you to join us for a special UC Santa Cruz Kraw Lecture showcasing the faculty whose groundbreaking research in artificial intelligence is transforming science\, technology\, and society. From advances in autonomous systems and natural language processing to the development of sustainable and responsible AI\, this conversation will highlight the innovative work taking place across disciplines and the real-world impact it is poised to have. \nModerated by special guest Ahmad Thomas\, CEO of the Silicon Valley Leadership Group (SVLG)\, this dynamic discussion will bring together leading researchers to explore how these technologies are shaping the future—accelerating discovery\, addressing complex global challenges\, and opening new frontiers for collaboration. Gain insight into the ideas\, discoveries\, and collaborations shaping the next generation of artificial intelligence research and hear from the leaders advancing this work.\n \n\n\nIn-Person Reception: 5:30 p.m.\nLecture: 6:15 p.m.\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/kraw-lecture-at-the-forefront-of-ai-innovation-and-discovery/
LOCATION:The Quad Conference Center\, 2400 Sand Hill Rd\, Menlo Park\, CA\, 94025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations
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SUMMARY:NOIZ—April in Santa Cruz festival opening
DESCRIPTION:NOIZ: An Evening of Words\, Sounds + Ideas is a live gathering at the intersection of Hip Hop\, activism\, and the spoken word—a space where music meets testimony. Hosted by assistant professor and hip hop artist akua naru\, the evening features live student performances\, a DJ set\, and an intimate conversation with guest artist/performer Edd Wheeler: pioneering Brazilian rapper\, founding member of As Damas do Rap\, the first female Hip Hop group in Rio de Janeiro\, and practicing lawyer and organizer whose life and work embody the transformative power of the emcee as witness\, visionary\, and change agent. Wheeler is joined with collaborators akua naru\, spoken-word poet and musician Azmera Hammouri-Davis\, and a student ensemble led by Ananya Balagere and Romare Uyeda-Hale. Download and share the event flyer here. \nThis event is a co-production of the UCSC Hip Hop Lab\, Creative Technologies\, Porter College\, and the April in Santa Cruz Festival of Creative Music.\n—\nADMISSION\n– Free and open to UCSC affiliates only\n– Attend in-person at the Digital Arts Research Center\n—\nPARKING\n– Parking by UCSC permit or ParkMobile\n– Arts Lot #126 is the closest parking lot to the event\n– More information provided by UCSC Transportation & Parking Services (TAPS)\n—\nFULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS\n– This year’s festival includes seven events between April 15 and May 21\, 2026\n– Additional April in Santa Cruz events and information at aprilsc.ucsc.edu\n—\nNOIZ: An Evening of Words\, Sounds + Ideas\nSOUND\, STORY\, AND RADICAL THOUGHT\n \n\nimage: photo of Edd Wheeler\n—\nThis event is open to UCSC affiliates\, consistent with state and federal law.
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/aisc-noiz-04-15-26/
LOCATION:Digital Arts Research Center\, 407 McHenry Rd\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Performances,Reception
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SUMMARY:Astrophysics: The Largest Unknowns and the Biggest Challenges
DESCRIPTION:UCSC Professor Alexie Leauthaud will discuss her groundbreaking work understanding the past and future of our universe. \nIn this exciting public lecture\, Professor Alexie Leauthaud will discuss some of the largest challenges and unknowns in Astrophysics. She will present the latest results on the nature of our universe\, including groundbreaking and prize-winning new results on the nature of dark energy. Leauthaud will discuss our current understanding of the basic ingredients of our Universe and will explain why recent results from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument Collaboration (DESI) collaboration made international headline news earlier this year. \nShe will speculate on what this might mean for the future of our Universe. Professor Leauthaud will discuss other top challenges facing the profession\, including political headwinds\, recent attacks on science and funding\, and will also explain why astronomers are increasingly becoming involved in the fight against climate change. She will discuss her own journey in recognizing the predicament of life on this blue planet will conclude with a big picture view of the challenges that lie ahead. \nThe Mandel Lecture is free and open to the public. Arrive early\, seating is limited. Register at this link to reserve your seat; registration will be also available at the door. \nThis public talk is presented by the UCSC Department of Astronomy & Astrophysics and UC Observatories\, and presented as part of the Mandel Lecture series\, which promotes public awareness of and appreciate for astronomy. We seek your help and support in keeping these lecture going. For more information on giving\, please visit https://astronomy.ucsc.edu/give/. \nFor more information or for disability-related needs\, please email ccarreir@ucsc.edu.
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/astrophysics-the-largest-unknowns-and-the-biggest-challenges/
LOCATION:Rio Theater\, 1205 Soquel Avenue\, Santa Cruz\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations
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SUMMARY:Drop-in Figure Drawing
DESCRIPTION:Drop-In Draw provides a live model and room monitor. There is no formal lesson and only dry media is allowed (no paints).\n—\nADVISORIES\n– These events contain mature content and nudity.\n– Drop-In Draw is subject to the possibility of last-minute cancellation without notification\, and sessions are not guaranteed.\n—\nADMISSION\n– FREE and open to the public\n– UCSC Art Department Room M-101\n—\nFULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS\nThis series occurs weekly on Wednesday evenings during spring quarter\, including the following: \nWednesday April 1\, 2026\, 7:00–9:00 p.m.\nWednesday April 8\, 2026\, 7:00–9:00 p.m.\nWednesday April 15\, 2026\, 7:00–9:00 p.m.\nWednesday April 22\, 2026\, 7:00–9:00 p.m.\nWednesday April 29\, 2026\, 7:00–9:00 p.m.\nWednesday May 6\, 2026\, 7:00–9:00 p.m.\nWednesday May 13\, 2026\, 7:00–9:00 p.m.\nWednesday May 20\, 2026\, 7:00–9:00 p.m.\nWednesday May 27\, 2026\, 7:00–9:00 p.m.\n—\nPARKING\n– Parking by permit or ParkMobile.\n– Arts Lot #126 is the closest parking lot to the event.\n– Visitors with DMV placards or plates may park for free in DMV spaces\, Medical spaces\, or ParkMobile spaces without additional payment\, or in timed zones for longer than the posted time.\n– More information provided by UCSC Transportation & Parking Services (TAPS).\n—\nThis program is open to all members of the public consistent with state and federal law.
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/drop-in-draw-spr-2026/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center\, Baskin Service Road\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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