American Indian Resource Center and the Women's Center Cardiff House Winter Welcome Open House
2026-01-14 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cardiff House, 114 Carriage House Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Cardiff House Winter Welcome Open House is an opportunity for new and returning students, and campus partners, including staff, and faculty to visit the American Indian Resource Center and the Women’s Center at the Cardiff House near the base of campus. Stay connected with our centers and the resources we offer by visiting with us and touring our space.The purpose of the Cardiff Winter Welcome Open House is to create a space where guests feel welcomed and able to ask questions and learn more about what the American Indian Resource Center, Women’s Center, and People of Color Sustainability Collective do and offer to students at UC Santa Cruz as well as become more familiarized with the Cardiff House itself and the resources within it.

Seymour Marine Discovery Center Day Trip
2026-01-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Seymour Marine Discovery Center, 100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
Join us for a full-day trip to the Seymour Marine Discovery Center on January 17
This FREE event is open to all UCSC students and includes a day by the bay exploring marine science and exhibits. No RSVP or deadline required — just show up!
Meet at Quarry Plaza by 9:00 a.m. to catch the bus with other students, or arrive on your own by 10:00 a.m. at the Seymour Marine Discovery Center.
The event runs from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Catch Metro back to campus after the event!
We hope to see you there!

Coffee with Provost Aims McGuinness
2026-01-20 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-27 09:00 - 11:00 | Merrill College Office, 641 Merrill Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
FREE fresh hot coffee, tea, cocoa and snacks. Featuring Alta Organic Fair Trade coffee; locally & woman owned.

Coffee & More with Merrill Provost Aims McGuinness
2026-01-20 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-27 09:00 - 11:00 | Merrill College Office, 641 Merrill Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Grab a cup to go or stay and join the conversation. Provost Aims McGuinness is here to answer your questions, provide support . . . and hand out FREE coffee, cocoa, tea, and breakfast snacks.

College Night: Back to the Past
2026-01-27 17:00 - 20:00 | College Nine and John R. Lewis Dining Hall
College Nine and John R. Lewis College, in collaboration with UCSC Dining, present “Back to the Past” an exploration of activism through the decades. Join us Tuesday, January 27 from 5–8 p.m. at the College Nine/John R. Lewis Dining Hall for a night of activities, fun, community, and a special themed menu. Standard dining hall entry pricing applies, and all students, faculty, and staff are invited.
Please note: The dining hall will be closed from 2–5 p.m. for event preparation.
Learn more about College Nights at dining.ucsc.edu/events.
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You 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.
To learn more, please visit UC Nondiscrimination Statement or Nondiscrimination Policy for UC Publications.How to Use the Statement Across Communication Channels

International Market Fair
2026-01-28 13:30 - 15:00 | Classroom Unit, Classroom Unit, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064, Select a Country:
Are you feeling cold and missing a piece of nostalgia from your global learning experience? International Student Services and Programming (ISSP) is excited to invite you to drop by our International Market Fair on Wednesday, January 28 from 13:30 – 15:00 at our office in Classroom Unit 101 (same floor as Global Learning). No RSVP required.

We’ll be handing out free giveaways of international snacks including:

Chili snacks from China
Indomie instant noodles from Indonesia
Kinder chocolate from Italy
Pocky from Japan
Soybean and Sesame bars from Korea
…and more!

Our staff will be hosting mini international themed activities for you to earn these prizes. We hope to see you there!

Allen van Gelder Memorial
2026-01-29 13:00 - 16:30 | University Center, University Center, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
You are cordially invited to an event celebrating the life and research legacy of Allen van Gelder, who passed away in April 2025 after 37 years of dedicated service to the Computer Science and Engineering Department at UC Santa Cruz.
Thursday, January 29, 2025
Reception begins 1pm, Program begins 1:30pm
Alumni Room, University Center, UC Santa Cruz
Please RSVP via the following link:
https://forms.gle/iyFTL2aAxLMWdRMU9
The gathering will include three presentations reflecting on Allen’s contributions to computer science, followed by an opportunity for attendees to share remembrances and stories
On Allen’s contributions to databases and logic programming
Jeff Ullman, Stanford W. Ascherman Professor of Computer Science (Emeritus), Computer Science Department, Stanford University
On Allen’s contributions to computer graphics and visualization
Claudio Silva, Institute Professor of Computer Science and Engineering, NYU Tandon School of Engineering, New York University
On Allen’s contributions to satisfiability
Olaf Beyersdorff, Professor of Theoretical Computer Science, Institute of Computer Science, Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Whether you were a colleague, student, or friend, we hope you’ll join us in celebrating Allen’s career and its impact.

Connect To Your Roots: BIPOC Herbalism
2026-02-01 12:00 - 15:00 | UCSC Farm, 152 Farm Rd, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
The People of Color Sustainability Collective invites you to Connect To Your Roots!
We will be sharing and connecting with generational knowledge and empowering BIPOC to take control of their own food systems, particularly medicinal herbs, through a variety of educational hands-on activities. We aim for this event to enhance BIPOC visibility on campus, and cultural awareness and preservation. Light refreshments provided!

Salve making
DIY tea/scent bags
Recycled plant propagation
Native plant bundling

Join us Sunday, February 1st, 2026 from 12:00PM to 3:00PM at the Community Herb Garden within UCSC Farm.

For accommodations or questions: pocsc@ucsc.edu
RSVP at bit.ly/BIPOCHerbalism

Coffee and Convo with Provost Aims
2026-02-03 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-10 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-24 09:00 - 11:00 | CA
Stay for the engaging conversation or grab it to go. Either way, it’s hot and free. Featuring Alta Organic Roasting Company coffee, a fair trade locally women owned company.

Two Spirit Luncheon
2026-02-04 12:00 - 14:00 | College Nine and John R. Lewis Dining Hall
The American Indian Resource Center and Lionel Cantú Queer Center present: Two Spirit Luncheon! Join us on February 4th, 2026 from 12:00PM to 2:00PM at the Alumni Room in College 9 / John R. Lewis for a presentation and interactive luncheon celebrating, affirming, and raising awareness about Two Spirit identities.
Lunch will be served – RSVP is kindly requested. Please email cantu@ucsc.edu or airc@ucsc.edu for accommodations / questions.
Link to RSVP.

College Night: Winter Wonderland – Celebration of the Arts!
2026-02-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Porter/Kresge Dining Hall, 411 Porter-Kresge Rd, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Kresge College, in collaboration with UCSC Dining, present “Winter Wonderland – Celebration of the Arts!” . Join us Wednesday, February 4 from 5–7 p.m. at the Porter/Kresge Dining Hall for a night of activities, fun, community, and a special themed menu. Standard dining hall entry pricing applies, and all students, faculty, and staff are invited.
Please note: The dining hall will be closed from 2–5 p.m. for event preparation.
Learn more about College Nights at dining.ucsc.edu/events.
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You 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.
To learn more, please visit UC Nondiscrimination Statement or Nondiscrimination Policy for UC Publications.How to Use the Statement Across Communication Channels

Lunar New Year First Friday with Santa Cruz Mahjong Club
2026-02-06 17:00 - 20:00 | Institute of the Arts and Sciences, 100 Panetta Ave, Santa Cruz, United States
Celebrate the Year of the Horse on Friday, February 6, at the Institute of the Arts and Sciences for a night of student-led craft activities and (beginner-friendly) mahjong play hosted by the Santa Cruz Mahjong Club. Craft materials and light refreshments will be provided at this family friendly event.
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ADMISSION
– FREE and open to the public
– Attend in person at the UC Santa Cruz Institute of the Arts and Sciences on the Westside in Santa Cruz, Calif.
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PARKING
– The entrance to the Institute of the Arts and Sciences is on Delaware St. and has an accessibility ramp.
– Free self-parking is available on Panetta Ave. and High Rd., immediately adjacent to the building.
– Accessible parking is on High Rd.
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This program is open to all members of the public consistent with state and federal law.

El Centro, SASA, LALS, MEChA presents: Understanding Venezuela: History, Power, and Multiple Perspectives
2026-02-12 17:00 - 18:30 | Stevenson Fireside Lounge, 101 McLaughlin Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
There is no single Venezuelan experience. Stories from Venezuela and the Venezuelan diaspora are shaped by history, politics, migration, and personal circumstances, and they often differ from one another in meaningful ways.
This panel invites students and community members to learn about the historical and present-day realities shaping Venezuela, including U.S. foreign policy, political power, natural resources, and migration. The discussion also acknowledges that Venezuelans hold a wide range of political views, including differing perspectives on the Maduro government, perspectives that are often missing from the U.S.-centered conversations.vnzla postervnzla poster
Our goal is to create a respectful space for learning, listening, and understanding. By centering multiple viewpoints and lived experiences, this program encourages thoughtful dialogue and a deeper understanding of Venezuela beyond simplified narratives.

College Night: Games
2026-02-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Porter/Kresge Dining Hall, 411 Porter-Kresge Rd, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Porter College, in collaboration with UCSC Dining, present a Games-themed college night. Join us Thursday, February 12, from 5–7 p.m. at the Porter/Kresge Dining Hall for a night of activities featuring 4 car Mario Cart races, fun, community, and a special themed menu. Standard dining hall entry pricing applies, and all students, faculty, and staff are invited.
Please note: The dining hall will be closed from 2–5 p.m. for event preparation.
Learn more about College Nights at dining.ucsc.edu/events.
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You 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.
To learn more, please visit UC Nondiscrimination Statement or Nondiscrimination Policy for UC Publications.How to Use the Statement Across Communication Channels

Career Mentoring Mixer for Environmental Studies and Agroecology Students
2026-02-14 10:30 - 12:30 | CA
Join us for an Environmental Studies and Agroecology Career Mentoring Mixer!
Connect with industry professionals to get expert advice on career pathways and industry trends. After a brief introduction, we’ll split into small groups to have interactive discussions between students and mentors.
Food will be provided after the career mentoring! Also, please feel free to stay for the Natural History Symposium, which will take place immediately following the mixer. This year’s theme is “Honoring Our Relatives: The Teachings of Plants,” featuring a panel of Indigenous artists and herbalists who will discuss the significance of plants as our relatives and share a botanical art exhibit.

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Programs 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.

Queer Agroecology Day
2026-02-15 11:00 - 15:00 | UCSC Farm, 152 Farm Rd, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Do you like…
Queer joy? Food? Making plant dyed crafts? Dancing outside? Discussing intersections between agroecology and queer identity? Join us for the third annual Queer Agroecology Day, an event for the UC Santa Cruz student community presented by the Food Systems Working Group.
For questions/accommodations email ucscfswg@ucsc.edu.
This event is open to all students consistent with state and federal law.

Lunar New Year Celebration
2026-02-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Colleges Nine and John R. Lewis College Multi-purpose Room, 615 College Nine Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Lunar New Year is quickly approaching and to celebrate the year of the dragon, ISSP and College Nine/John R. Lewis will be hosting our annual celebration on Wednesday, February 18 starting at 18:00 at the C9/JRL Multipurpose Room.

Come join us for festivities including a sampling of Lunar New Year foods, crafts and activities, special performances, and much more. Stop on by to celebrate the lunar new year with your fellow international community.

In addition, we encourage you to check out our website for all things Lunar New Year at UCSC. This includes a greeting from Chancellor Larive and a schedule of upcoming celebrations from student groups.

Slugs Go Bowling
2026-02-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Boardwalk Bowl, 115 Cliff St, Santa Cruz, 95060, United States
Join the Office of Leadership and Involvement, in collaboration with the Slug Mentor Network and the Services for Transfer, Re-entry, and Resilient Scholars (STARRS) Office, for Slugs Go Bowling — a UCSC student takeover at the Santa Cruz Boardwalk Bowl!
Celebrate and connect with fellow Banana Slugs during an evening of free bowling, desserts, swag, and community-building. This event is designed to help students mingle, build connections, and learn more about campus support services in a fun, welcoming environment.
Don’t miss the chance to snap a photo with Sammy the Slug!
Date: Friday, February 20
Time: 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Location: Boardwalk Bowl 115 Cliff St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
RSVP HERE
If you have questions or need accommodations, please email involved@ucsc.edu.
We can’t wait to see you there!
You 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.
To learn more, please visit UC Nondiscrimination Statement or Nondiscrimination Policy for UC Publications.

UCSC Dining Competes at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Clam Chowder Cook-Off
2026-02-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Come support UCSC Dining as they compete in the legendary Clam Chowder Cook-Off at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk! This two-day event is one of the country’s largest and longest-running clam chowder competitions, where talented chefs prepare and serve their best chowder recipes along the Boardwalk.
On Sunday, February 22, UCSC Dining will join professional teams in both Boston (white) and Manhattan (red) clam chowder categories. Cheer on our teams — University Chowder led by Chance Taylor (cooking up the white Boston chowder) and Redwood Chowder Heads led by Chad Glassley (cooking up red Manhattan chowder) — as they compete for top honors and People’s Choice votes.
When: Sunday, February 22, 1–3 p.m.
Where: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Details: Boardwalk admission is free; tasting kits go on sale starting at 10 a.m. or you can pre-purchase your tasting kits online. (public tasting begins at 1 p.m.) and benefit Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation.

Food For Thought
2026-02-22 15:00 - 18:00 | Cardiff House, 114 Carriage House Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Join the People of Color Sustainability Collective for a fun, community-centered day of activities, shared food, and meaningful conversation. This gathering creates an informal, educational space for the UCSC community to connect with one another while exploring themes within environmentalism, with an emphasis on inclusive sustainability.
Food for Thought will focus on food sovereignty and strengthening relationships with local organizations leading food justice work. The evening will include a shared dinner, presentations and discussion with community leaders in food justice, and a hands-on food preservation workshop to build practical skills and collective knowledge.

College Night: Camp Snoopy
2026-02-23 17:00 - 20:00 | Crown/Merrill Dining Hall
Merrill College, in collaboration with UCSC Dining, present Peanuts (not the food) college night. Join us Monday, February 23, from 5–8 p.m. at the Crown/Merrill Dining Hall for a night of activities, fun, community, and a special themed menu. Standard dining hall entry pricing applies, and all students, faculty, and staff are invited.
Please note: The dining hall will be closed from 2–5 p.m. for event preparation.
Learn more about College Nights at dining.ucsc.edu/events.
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You 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.
To learn more, please visit UC Nondiscrimination Statement or Nondiscrimination Policy for UC Publications.How to Use the Statement Across Communication Channels

Transform Your Future Pop-Up (Cookies Included!)
2026-02-24 10:30 - 11:30 | Jack Baskin Engineering, Baskin Engineering 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Join Baskin Engineering to celebrate National Engineers Week with a sweet stop at the Transform Your Future Pop-Up (Cookies Included!) 🍪☕
This year’s Engineers Week theme, Transform Your Future, is a powerful reminder that engineering doesn’t just shape our world—it shapes our opportunities, our communities, and the futures we can imagine for ourselves.
Swing by the BE Courtyard to grab cookies, coffee, and BE swag (first come, first served!) and take a moment to celebrate how you are transforming your future.
📅 Date: Tuesday, February 24⏰ Time: 10:30 a.m.📍 Location: BE Courtyard
We hope to see you there!

BE Club Bash - Engineers Week
2026-02-26 12:00 - 14:00 | Jack Baskin Engineering, Baskin Engineering 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Discover innovation at the Baskin Engineering Club Bash, an event celebrating National Engineers Week!
Mark your calendars for Thursday, February 26, 12–2 PM in the BE Courtyard! The BE Club Bash brings together student organizations across all engineering disciplines to showcase their projects, demos, and interactive activities.
Stop by to:

Explore hands-on booths and demonstrations from student organizations
Learn about engineering opportunities on campus and how to get involved
Chat with student leaders and hear about their experiences
Enter our 3D printer raffle (must be present to win!)
Grab snacks and BE swag while you explore

This is a great way to connect with the engineering community, discover new ideas, and have fun. We hope to see you there! RSVP here.

Black on the Block
2026-02-26 13:00 - 14:00 | Crown Provost House, 660 Crown Service Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Join the African American Resource & Cultural Center every Thursday from 1–2 p.m., at the front of the Ethnic Resource Center for Black on the Block, a weekly tabling and engagement space.
Stop by to learn about campus resources, upcoming programs, and ways to get involved. It’s a casual, welcoming space to ask questions, make connections, and build community. All are welcome.
You 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.
To learn more, please visit UC Nondiscrimination Statement or Nondiscrimination Policy for UC Publications.

Pachanga 2026: Noche de Baile
2026-02-27 18:00 - 21:30 | Cultural Center – Merrill College, 641 Merrill Rd, Santa Cruz, 95064, United States
Join El Centro, the African American Resource and Cultural Center (AARCC), and Merrill College for our annual Noche de Baile as part of Pachanga 2026! For years, El Centro and the AARCC have collaborated on Pachanga, an annual event series during Black History Month focused on uplifting and celebrating AfroLatinidad. Each year, the series culminates in a Noche de Baile, where folks come together in community and dance. This year’s baile will be held on Friday, February 27th from 6 PM to 9:30 PM at the Cultural Center at Merrill.
We are excited to welcome Portsha Jefferson, of Rara Tou Limen in Oakland, CA, who will be offering a live traditional Haitian dance workshop. Stick around for an open dance floor featuring beats from DJ Rianna! We will have delicious food, refreshing beverages, and an evening filled with música y comunidad!
You 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.
To learn more, please visit UC Nondiscrimination Statement or Nondiscrimination Policy for UC Publications.

Lunar New Year SC Warriors Game with ISSP
2026-02-27 19:00 - 22:00 | Kaiser Permanente Arena, 140 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Lunar New Year Santa Cruz Warriors Basketball Game
Date: Friday, February 27
Time: 19:00 Tipoff
Location: Kaiser Permanente Arena
Click here to RSVP for free ticket(s)

We are teaming up with the SC Warriors to offer a limited number of free tickets to their upcoming Lunar New Year-themed game!
Sign up above and let us know how many tickets you’d like. Students should download the SC Warriors app and link their Ticketmaster account in order to receive the digital ticket.

If you have any questions, please contact us at iprogramming@ucsc.edu.
