Looking for roommates for next year? Hoping to add a roommate to a group or to join a group? Attend a Meet a Roomie event to connect with other continuing students who are interested in living in the Porter, Kresge, or Redwood Grove communities for the 2026-27 academic year. This is a casual, in-person opportunity […]
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, […]
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 […]
What is the state of sustainable food now, what are the forces affecting food choice, and what can we do about it? Join us for this year’s Peggy Downes Baskin Ethics Lecture featuring Marion Nestle — Mark Bittman’s “guiding light” on nutrition and Alice Waters’ “tireless warrior for public health” — for a bracing look […]
Looking for roommates for next year? Hoping to add a roommate to a group or to join a group? Attend a Meet a Roomie event to connect with other continuing students who are interested in living in the Crown or Merrill communities for the 2026-27 academic year. This is a casual, in-person opportunity to meet […]
Are you considering medical school and seeking a clear, supportive path forward? Join the University of California, Santa Cruz, for a free online informational session to learn more about our Summer 2026 Premed Postbacc Cohort Programs. This session is designed for students and graduates who are serious about pursuing a career in health care and […]
Summer 2026 classes are now posted at summer.ucsc.edu. Explore courses and start planning your summer schedule over winter closure! Days and times will be in the schedule of classes on March 15. Email summer@ucsc.edu with questions.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day early at the University Center Bistro Thursday & Friday, February 12–13 the Bistro will feature a special Valentine’s Day–themed menu served from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reservations are recommended. The Bistro accepts Slug Points, Flexi Dollars, and credit cards. Treat yourself — or someone special — to lunch at the Bistro!
Norris Center Art + Science Graduate Fellowship Exhibition Ecology of Presence: Pathways to the Natural World brings together the work of ten graduate students supported by the Kenneth S. Norris Center for Natural History Art + Science Fellowship, a program dedicated to creative research connecting art with the natural world. Across media – including sound, […]
Interested in university housing for next year? Join us for an information session about university housing options for the 2026-27 academic year. Led by knowledgeable housing staff, this is a great opportunity to learn about the different housing options available, the housing application and Room Selection processes, ways to improve your chances of getting a space, […]
Join us Friday February 13th at the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History from 6:00-8:00pm for the opening reception of Honoring Our Relatives, Amah Mutsun Botanical Illustrations, an exhibition celebrating kinship with plants and people, with plant artwork from an intergenerational cohort of Amah Mutsun tribal members and UCSC student artists.
Learn more at our upcoming Information Session: Friday, February 13, 2026, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. via Zoom. Register Here. Earn 11 units on a summer program on the Global Seminar Travel Writing and Podcasting in Dingle, Ireland this summer. This program is taught by Steve Coulter, Writing Program Continuing Lecturer, and Rachel Anne Goodman, Community Studies Lecturer. Quick […]
Summer 2026 classes are now posted at summer.ucsc.edu. Explore courses and start planning your summer schedule over winter closure! Days and times will be in the schedule of classes on March 15. Email summer@ucsc.edu with questions.
BAAITS Powwow is an opportunity for students to engage with Native American/First Nations/indigenous cultures firsthand. Many students have never been to a powwow before. The American Indian Resource Center & the Cantù Queer Center invite you to join us for a day of fun & celebrating culture! One meal and transportation will be provided. Space […]
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 […]
Norris Center Art + Science Graduate Fellowship Exhibition Ecology of Presence: Pathways to the Natural World brings together the work of ten graduate students supported by the Kenneth S. Norris Center for Natural History Art + Science Fellowship, a program dedicated to creative research connecting art with the natural world. Across media – including sound, […]
Join us Saturday February 14th for the Norris Center’s 12th annual natural history symposium at the UC Santa Cruz Hay Barn from 1-4:30pm. This year, our symposium will include a keynote presentation from renowned herbalist, healer, and teacher Sage LaPena, a panel discussion with local Amah Mutsun tribal stewards, herbal tea-making, and an opportunity to […]
Summer 2026 classes are now posted at summer.ucsc.edu. Explore courses and start planning your summer schedule over winter closure! Days and times will be in the schedule of classes on March 15. Email summer@ucsc.edu with questions.
Join OLLI for a social hour and presentation with Professor Benjamin Storm, “Remembering and Forgetting in the Digital Age,” as we discuss how new technologies have the potential to greatly enhance and expand the functioning of human memory, but they can also carry unintended consequences.
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 […]