Events

Welcome to the City: East Bay
2025-10-25 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CityTeam Oakland, 722 Washington Street, Oakland, 94607, United States
Join us for Welcome to the City in East Bay, hosted in partnership with CityTeam Oakland. The project will be held Saturday, October 25 from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. at 722 Washington St, Oakland, CA 94607. Please register in advance to help us and our non-profit partner plan accordingly.
Project Description:
Sorting and organizing donated clothing for community members in need.
Welcome to the City is an annual series of regional events which help alumni connect with their local UCSC community. While the program is designed with recent grads in mind, all are welcome to participate.
Please contact alumni@ucsc.edu with questions.

Noche de Recuerdos
2025-10-25 16:00 - 19:00 | Stevenson Event Center, Stevenson Service Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Join us for Noche de Recuerdos—an evening of remembrance, celebration, and community. Enjoy a screening of Coco at 5 p.m., Kahoot prizes, hot chocolate, pan de muerto, face painting, lotería, ofrendas, and more!
All are welcome. Come together to celebrate life and memory. 💐
Questions or accommodation requests: cwprogra@ucsc.edu
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.

College Night: Over the Merrill Hill
2025-10-28 17:00 - 20:00 | Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall, 520 Cowell-Stevenson Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064, United States
Merrill College, in collaboration with UCSC Dining, present Over the Merrill Hill! Join us Tuesday, October 28, 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

ABC Movie Night
2025-10-29 20:30 - 22:30 | Porter/Kresge Dining Hall, 411 Porter-Kresge Rd, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Spend your Wednesday night at ABC Movie Night enjoying the film Sinners by Black filmmaker Ryan Coogler
Wednesday, October 29 at 8:30 p.m.
Porter/Kresge Dining Hall
Free popcorn, refreshments, and prizes from Black-owned businesses!
Come hang out, celebrate Black filmmaking, creativity, and enjoy spooky season with us.
For accommodations email netaylor@ucsc.edu
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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.

Celebrate Halloween at the University Center Bistro!
2025-10-31 11:30 - 14:00 | University Center Bistro
Join us for a special themed menu, served 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Reservations are recommended but not required — save your spot at dining.ucsc.edu/ucen-bistro.

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.

Welcome to the City: San Francisco
2025-11-01 09:00 - 13:00 | Candlestick Point SRA, 500 Hunters Point Expy, San Francisco, 94124, United States
Join us for Welcome to the City in San Francisco, hosted in partnership with the California State Parks Foundation at Candlestick Point SRA. The project will be held Saturday, November 1 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Candlestick Point (500 Hunters Point Expy, San Francisco, CA 94124). Please register in advance to help us and our non-profit partner plan accordingly.
Project description:
Help build brand new redwood picnic tables for our park! Volunteers must use proper lifting techniques when working with the heavy redwood planks and moving the tables once assembled. Some volunteers will be asked to use hammers and socket drivers, so proper precautions should be taken to ensure safety. If participants would rather, they can choose to pick up micro-trash and debris from the park. We will provide volunteers with tools and gloves. We recommend wearing long sleeved shirts and a hat. Ages 16 and older are welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult and bring a waiver signed by their guardian). Snacks will be provided.
Welcome to the City is an annual series of regional events which help alumni connect with their local UCSC community. While the program is designed with recent grads in mind, all are welcome to participate.
Please contact alumni@ucsc.edu with questions.

Fiesta on the Hill
2025-11-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Merrill Cultural Center, 200 McLaughlin Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Join Merrill and Crown Programs Offices for an evening of food, fun, and community. Enjoy tamales, Mexican corn, music, and piñata fun while connecting with fellow Slugs.
This festive event also features “Slugs Go Slow,” an initiative focused on making safe choices and building meaningful connections. Come for the food and celebration—stay for the community and good vibes!
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.

Snow Wonder
2025-11-03 08:00 - 2025-12-14 17:00 | CA
The Faculty & Staff Health and Well-being Program presents Snow Wonder, a UC systemwide wellness challenge!
Registration opens November 3 – November 24
Challenge runs Monday, November 17 – Sunday, December 14
Join this 2025 UC Snow Wonder Challenge! Picture yourself having a healthier, happier holiday season. Form teams with your colleagues and motivate each other and celebrate your healthy habit accomplishments to end the year on a healthy high note and head into 2026 feeling your best!
Visit the UCSC Snow Wonder webpage to learn more. Register to create a new account and choose UC Santa Cruz as your location. Please note that space for this challenge is limited, so sign up early.

United Nations Reboot the Earth Hackathon
2025-11-07 00:00 - 2025-11-08 23:59 | Silicon Valley Campus, 3175 Bowers Avenue, Santa Clara, CA, 95054, United States
The United Nations (UN) and the Baskin School of Engineering at the University of California, Santa Cruz, are collaborating to bring the “Reboot the Earth” hackathon to the West Coast for the first time.
This is a social event bringing together aspiring developers to create open source software solutions that address the climate crisis, including wildfire response. It’s a chance to collaborate with peers, use open data, and apply your coding skills to real-world climate challenges!

Date: November 7-8, 2025
Location: UC Santa Cruz Silicon Valley Center.
Register here for the event.

Organized by the UN Office of Information and Communications Technology (OICT), the 2025 Reboot the Earth hackathons are focused on agriculture and artificial intelligence (AI). The California event will focus on the locally relevant challenges of wildfire detection, response, and impact. Participants can leverage open source, AI, and open data sets, along with local expertise on the environment and emergency preparedness and response. The goal is to build solutions that can become a digital public good, serving local community needs.
UC Santa Cruz students interested in attending the event can take advantage of the Silicon Valley Connector shuttle, which will be running on Saturday, November 8, in addition to the regular Friday schedule.
To learn more about the Reboot the Earth initiative, visit: https://unite.un.org/en/reboot-earth.

Welcome to the City: Sacramento
2025-11-08 09:00 - 13:00 | Camp Pollock, 1501 Northgate Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95815, United States
Join us for Welcome to the City in Sacramento, hosted in partnership with Sacramento Valley Conservancy. The project will be held Saturday, November 8 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Camp Pollock (1501 Northgate Blvd Sacramento, CA 95815). Please register in advance to help us and our non-profit partner plan accordingly.
Project Description:
Tasks vary depending on property needs, and may include planting, weed eradication, construction, cleaning, painting, digging, fence building, mopping, window washing, outreach, native plant propagation/maintenance, and more.
Welcome to the City is an annual series of regional events which help alumni connect with their local UCSC community. While the program is designed with recent grads in mind, all are welcome to participate.
Please contact alumni@ucsc.edu with questions.

Plenary Session for Crown Students: Chatbots on the Couch: AI, Mental Health, and the Ethics of Digital Empathy
2025-11-12 19:15 - 20:45 | Merrill Cultural Center, 200 McLaughlin Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Location: Merrill/Crown Auditorium
Event Type: Panel Discussion / Plenary Session
Sponsor: Crown College
Open to: UCSC Students, Faculty, and Staff

Event Description:
As artificial intelligence increasingly shapes mental healthcare—from chatbots offering therapeutic support to algorithms detecting early signs of distress—we face urgent ethical questions about trust, privacy, bias, and the future of human connection in care.
Join us for a compelling panel discussion featuring three distinguished experts who will explore the promises and perils of AI in mental health:
Panelists:
Dr. Lisa A. Berkley – Director of Crown Resiliency Program and Founder Executive Director of the Center for Applied Values & Ethics in Advancing Technology (CAVEAT) at UCSC; Founder and President of the Institute for Inner Economy
Alka Roy – Technology and product leader with deep expertise in Machine Learning/AI, privacy, and trust frameworks. Ms. Roy founded the Responsible Innovation Project, serves on multiple open-source Responsible and Trusted AI committees, and holds multiple patents for policy and security frameworks. She has received national recognition as a Rising Star and National Women of Color in Technology honoree. With degrees in both Electrical Engineering/Computer Science and an MFA in Creative Writing, Ms. Roy brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to questions of technology ethics and innovation.
Linda MacDonald Glenn, JD, LLM, Faculty at Crown College and co-founder of the Center for Applied Values and Ethics in Advancing Technologies (CAVEAT.UCSC.EDU)
What We’ll Explore:

When does AI complement human care, and when does it replace it dangerously?
How do we address algorithmic bias in mental health interventions?
What ethical guardrails are needed when bots mimic empathy?
Who is accountable when AI-driven mental health tools cause harm?

This panel brings together perspectives from bioethics, clinical practice, student well-being, and technology leadership to examine the real-world ethical challenges of AI deployment in mental healthcare—a topic of profound relevance given recent concerns about chatbot safety, algorithmic bias, and the commercialization of mental health technologies.
This event connects directly to critical questions about responsibility, justice, and the sociopolitical implications of emerging technologies. Come prepared to think critically about innovation that claims to heal—and to question whose interests are truly being served.
Admission: Free and open to the UCSC community

College Night: Cozy Cabin with KC
2025-11-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Porter/Kresge Dining Hall, 411 Porter-Kresge Rd, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Kresge College, in collaboration with UCSC Dining, present Cozy Cabin with KC. Join us Thursday, November 13, 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.

Welcome to the City: San Diego
2025-11-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Jacob and Cushman San Diego Food Bank, 9850 Distribution Ave, San Diego, CA, 92121, United States
Join us for Welcome to the City in Santa Diego, hosted in partnership with the Jacob and Cushman San Diego Food Bank. The project will be held Friday, November 14 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the Food Bank (9850 Distribution Avenue, San Diego, CA 92121). Please register in advance to help us and our non-profit partner plan accordingly.
Project Description:
Volunteers primarily work at the Food Bank’s warehouse, completing a variety of essential tasks, most of which involve inspecting, sorting, and packing food for distribution.
Welcome to the City is an annual series of regional events which help graduates connect with their local UCSC community. While the program is designed with recent grads in mind, all are welcome to participate.
Please contact alumni@ucsc.edu with questions.

Welcome to the City: Los Angeles (Culver City)
2025-11-15 09:00 - 12:00 | Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook, 6300 Hetzler Rd, Culver City, 90232, United States
Join us for Welcome to the City in Los Angeles (Culver City), hosted in partnership with the California State Parks Foundation at Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook. The project will be held Saturday, November 15 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook (6300 Hetzler Rd, Culver City, CA 90232). Please register in advance to help us and our non-profit partner plan accordingly.
Project description:
Join California State Parks Foundation and their partners at Nature Nexus Institute to support ongoing habitat restoration efforts at the park! Volunteers will help remove invasive plants and plant native species. Additional tasks may be completed as needed, including seed collection, seed cleaning, transplanting plants, and fixing plant basins. Ages 12 and older are welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult and have waivers signed by their guardian).
Welcome to the City is an annual series of regional events which help alumni connect with their local UCSC community. While the program is designed with recent grads in mind, all are welcome to participate.
Please contact alumni@ucsc.edu with questions.

Welcome to the City: Santa Cruz
2025-11-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Homeless Garden Project Farm, Shaffer Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Join us for Welcome to the City in Santa Cruz, hosted in partnership with the Homeless Garden Project. The project will be held Saturday, November 15 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Homeless Garden Project Natural Bridges Farm (Shaffer Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060). Please register in advance to help us and our non-profit partner plan accordingly.
Project description:
Participants will receive a tour of the farm and then assist with some farm tasks.
Welcome to the City is an annual series of regional events which help alumni connect with their local UCSC community. While the program is designed with recent grads in mind, all are welcome to participate.
Please contact alumni@ucsc.edu with questions.

UCSC Roller Skating Day
2025-11-16 16:30 - 19:30 | Santa Cruz Roller Palladium, 1606 Seabright Ave, Santa Cruz, 95062, United States
UCSC will host FREE roller skating for all students on Sunday, November 16th, 4:30–7:30 p.m. at Santa Cruz Roller Palladium (1606 Seabright Ave).
Grab your friends and glide into an evening filled with good music, great vibes, and glowing lights. Whether you’re a pro skater or new to it, everyone’s welcome to join in on the fun.
Skate rentals are included, and admission is completely free with your UCSC student ID. Just show up, roll out, and make some memories!
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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.

Global Learning Alumni Panel: Study Abroad & Away Experiences
2025-11-17 12:00 - 13:00 | CA
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to study abroad or participate in a domestic study away program?
Join us for a virtual alumni panel where past participants of global learning programs will share their unique experiences, personal stories, and advice for making the most of your journey. This is your chance to ask questions, get inspired, and connect with alumni who have been where you’re headed. Don’t miss out!
Register here for the Global Learning Alumni Panel
Date: Monday, November 17
Time: 12:00 – 13:00
Location: Zoom
This event is part of UCSC’s International Education Week. If you have any questions, please contact us at globallearning@ucsc.edu.

Faculty Community Network - Asian American / Pacific Islander
2025-11-18 12:00 - 13:30 | CA
The Faculty Community Networks program was created to provide structures for faculty community, development, and support. Originally created through a grant from the UC Office of the President, the program now continues with funding from the CP/EVC.
Each group is open to any interested faculty (including Senate faculty, lecturers, and other faculty titles), with a goal of engaging faculty across ranks and disciplines, to improve faculty retention and success. Groups meet roughly once per month and meetings vary between in-person, remote, and hybrid. Lunch is provided to groups meeting in person.
This program complies with federal and state non-discrimination laws, is applicable to living our values, and is open to all members of the faculty.
RSVP Form

November Coffee With Merrill College Provost Aims McGuinness
2025-11-19 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-11-26 09:00 - 11:00 | Merrill College Office, 641 Merrill Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Grab a free cup of locally owned coffee and chat with Merrill College Provost AimsNovember Coffee w Provost! Most Wednesdays through the quarter from 9–11 a.m.
Meet us for coffee, tea, breakfast snacks and good conversation outside the Merrill College Office, across from the mailroom.

College Night: Arts
2025-11-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Porter/Kresge Dining Hall, 411 Porter-Kresge Rd, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Porter College, in collaboration with UCSC Dining, present an Arts themed College Night. Join us Thursday, November 13, 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

GradWiC Womxn's Lunch - Lunch & Learn
2025-11-20 13:00 - 14:00 | CA
Join Graduate Womxn in Computing (GradWiC) for our Womxn’s Luncheon this Thursday, from 1-2 pm in E2-599.
This week, we are having a Lunch & Learn session featuring Kat Kosolapova from CSE.

Indigethanx 2025: Honoring the Elders Dinner
2025-11-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Hay Barn, 94 Ranch View Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064, United States
Indigethanx is an American Indian Resource Center annual event, and our alternative to Thanksgiving dinner. We host dinner with traditional Native foods, and invite guest speakers. This year we are hosting a dinner in conjunction with the Cowell Coffee Shop, who will be preparing the dinner for the event.
Indigethanx is a time honored tradition for the Native and Indigenous Students, and offers an alternative celebration to the Thanksgiving holiday. It will include delicious Indigenous food, Indigenous music, expert Indigenous speakers, and much more.

Dress code: Dress to express! Semi-formal attire is encouraged, but not required. Have some fancy earrings you’ve been waiting to debut? Now is the time!
Menu: The staff at the Cowell Coffee Shop are putting together a very special meal for us to enjoy with an indigenous guest chef joining to help prepare the food & teach about its significance.
Please register for Indigethanx here.
NOTE: You must fill out the registration form, as space is limited. Should more people sign up than we can accommodate, there will be a waitlist.
We look forward to seeing you on November 20th! If you have any additional questions, feel free to email us at airc@ucsc.edu.

Barn Dance at the Hay Barn
2025-11-23 15:00 - 17:00 | Hay Barn, 94 Ranch View Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064, United States
The UCSC Celtic Music Ensemble performs live during a beginner-friendly, gender-neutral, darn good barn dance. Attendees are invited to dance, and partners are not needed.
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ADMISSION
– Open admission; tickets/registration not required.
– FREE and open to the public.
– Donations of any amount are welcomed and appreciated to support to support live music study, performance, and events like this.
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PARKING
– Parking by permit or ParkMobile.
– Lot #170 is the closest parking lot to the event.
– 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.
– More information provided by UCSC Transportation & Parking Services (TAPS).
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This program is open to staff, faculty, and students consistent with state and federal law.

Faculty Community Network - Indigenous
2025-11-25 11:30 - 14:00 | Arboretum, 122 Arboretum Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064

Rainbowsgiving
2025-11-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Cantu Queer Center, Crown Lane, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
The Cantu Queer Center is excited to host our 4th annual Rainbowsgiving, a community meal for folks who would like an alternative and inclusive gathering for Thanksgiving / 4th Thursday in November. Our hope is to provide a space for folks to connect with others in an affirming, celebratory gathering in which they can be who they are proudly. We are mindful that traveling can be pricey and that one’s home community is not always safe. We want to provide a space that is welcoming and accessible and for you!
To help us ensure we have enough food and to meet any dietary needs, please RSVP in advance. Friends, roommates, family, partners, and other loved ones welcome!

Gingerbread House Decorating
2025-12-02 14:00 - 16:00 | CA
Create the house of your dreams while hangin’ with friends and Provost Aims McGuinness.

Free Coffee, Tea, & More with Merrill Provost Aims McGuinness
2025-12-03 09:00 - 11:00 | CA
Grab a free cup of locally owned coffee and chat with Provost Aims at Coffee with the Provost! Most Wednesdays through the quarter from 9–11 a.m.
Meet us for coffee, tea, breakfast snacks and good conversation outside the Merrill College Office, across from the mailroom.

College Night: One Planet, One Home
2025-12-03 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 “One Planet, One Home” a conservation college night during International Education Week. Join us Wednesday, December 3 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. There will be a screening of the animated film Wall-E, an exploration of conservation efforts around the globe, and tablers offering up information. 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

Week 10 Wellness: Healing Support for Finals Stress
2025-12-04 12:00 - 15:00 | Mary Holmes Fireside Lounge, 11 Cowell Service Rd, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Join us for a moment of pause and restoration as you prepare for finals
Hosted by the Division of Student Affairs and Success in collaboration with On the Margins

Free snacks and comfort food
Make your own self care kit
Astrological readings
Group Reiki
Massage

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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.
