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SUMMARY:Maram\, S. (CM) - Scripture To Console: The Nexus between Religion and Digital Play
DESCRIPTION:Religion has historically been a profound force for global mobilization\, shaping geopolitics\, economies\, and geography. Similarly\, contemporary interactive media\, with video games at the forefront\, has moved beyond mere entertainment to become a powerful vehicle for communication\, narrative\, and inspiration\, reaching millions worldwide. This dissertation investigates the intersection of these two influential forces: religion and video games\, demonstrating the influence of religion on video games\, the influence of video games on religion\, and finally\, how these two powerful mobilization forces can come together to solve global challenges. \nFirst\, I examine the current landscape of religious representation in commercial video games (e.g.\, Assassin’s Creed\, SMITE). I analyze how key stakeholders i.e. players\, game designers\, and development studios\, interpret and engage with embedded religious elements\, drawing on existing critical reception and player discourse. This analysis identifies common narrative pitfalls and successful strategies for incorporating complex religious themes in digital spaces\, culminating in proposed design frameworks for sensitive and effective representation. \nBuilding on this foundational work\, the thesis culminates in defining and validating a new interaction paradigm where learning meets religion through play. This paradigm focuses on intentionally leveraging religious content i.e. specifically its rituals and narratives as mechanics in serious games to drive motivation and learning toward collective action. I validate this paradigm through a comprehensive case study focused on climate change\, arguably the most pressing issue of the modern era. This involves the design and empirical discussion of a serious game that incorporates specific religious mechanics\, ethics\, and narratives (e.g.\, stewardship\, ritual) to effectively communicate the severity of the climate crisis and motivate stakeholders toward a collective solution. \n  \nEvent Host: Sai Siddartha Maram\, Ph.D. Candidate\, Computational Media \nAdvisor: Magy Seif El-Nasr \nZoom: https://ucsc.zoom.us/j/91946426300?pwd=wxe1x3YCRsXrtcvOSy2kmfC9dZ3inW.1 \nPasscode: 558570
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/maram-s-cm-scripture-to-console-the-nexus-between-religion-and-digital-play/
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SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Certification
DESCRIPTION:Location: Register for the Zoom link \nBe prepared to support those around you by getting certified in Mental Health First Aid. Mental Health First Aid teaches the skills needed to recognize and respond to signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges\, as well as how to provide someone with initial support until they are connected with appropriate professional help. In the course\, you learn risk factors and warning signs for mental health and addiction concerns\, strategies to help someone in crisis and non-crisis situations\, and where to turn for help. \nWe encourage all staff and faculty to take advantage of this opportunity. Whether you work directly with students or behind the scenes\, your participation in MHFA training is a crucial step in building a resilient and supportive campus community. \nRegister for the Zoom link. For more information\, please visit the Occupational Health Training website. \nFor questions or to schedule a training for your team\, please contact Occupational Health Specialist\, Elizabeth Tomlinson\, at ektomlin@ucsc.edu.
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/mental-health-first-aid-certification-2/2026-05-20/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Career Success Drop-Ins at the Cantú - Week 8
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in at the Cantú with Career Coach & Engagement Specialist Bridge Kennedy to discuss career exploration\, job search strategy\, interview prep\, grad school prep\, or whatever’s on your mind related to your career success! \nIf you need accommodations please email bridgekk@ucsc.edu \n  \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.
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/career-success-drop-ins-at-the-cantu-week-8/
LOCATION:Cantu Queer Center\, Crown Lane\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064
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SUMMARY:It Takes an Ecosystem: Staff and Faculty Perspectives on Collaboration at UC Santa Cruz
DESCRIPTION:Funded through a Department of Education Title V grant\, a team at UC Santa Cruz launched CULTURA (Centering Undergraduate Latine Thriving with University Racial-Equity Action) in 2024 as a bold\, campus-wide effort to reimagine how we can collectively advance student success and equity. At its core\, CULTURA asks: What becomes possible when we intentionally invest in and connect the people\, relationships\, and infrastructures already engaged in transformative work? \nDifferent from past Title V HSI grants\, which have rigorously tested and sustained single interventions\, CULTURA embraces an ecosystem approach. This approach recognizes that meaningful\, sustained change depends on the investment in and coordination of those leading equity work every day: campus staff and faculty. The HSI Equity Talk centers their voices. \nIn June 2025\, we launched the HSI CULTURA Staff and Faculty Survey\, a collaborative effort* designed to surface insights from staff and faculty respondents. The survey explored key dimensions of the ecosystem: coordination among campus units\, support (or lack thereof) available to equity-focused leaders\, and collective and institutional capacity to collaborate\, adapt\, and transform campus culture. \nIn this interactive session\, facilitators will share key survey findings as an invitation to collective sense-making. Together\, we will discuss: What resonates? What is missing? How do these findings reflect or challenge your own experiences? How can we mobilize this collective knowledge to strengthen and coordinate our shared efforts toward student success and equity\, especially amid severe financial constraints? Join us as we aim to deepen our coordination\, elevate the voices of those leading change\, and build a more connected ecosystem for student success and equity. \nPlease register to receive a calendar invitation and Zoom details. \n  \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.
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/it-takes-an-ecosystem-staff-and-faculty-perspectives-on-collaboration-at-uc-santa-cruz/
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SUMMARY:Queer Joy Crafting Time (Communi-tea)
DESCRIPTION:Drop by the Cantú Cabin to be in community with SHOP and talk about queer joy. Crafting supplies provided. Come for the raffle prize\, stay for the community! \nThis event is supported by Student Health Services for Mental Health Awareness Month. You are invited to engage in a variety of campus-wide activities focused on mental health and wellness. Learn about support services\, discover ways to help a friend in need\, and explore strategies to care for your own well-being. Information is available on the Mental Health Month Event Calendar. \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. 
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/queer-joy-crafting-time-communi-tea/
LOCATION:Cantu Queer Center\, Crown Lane\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064
CATEGORIES:Drop-In Support,Social Gathering
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