• Honoring Our Relatives: Amah Mutsun Botanical Illustrations

    Museum of Art & History 705 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Honoring Our Relatives: The Teachings of Plants

    Hay Barn 94 Ranch View Road, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Of Body and Soul: Politics and Eschatology in the Pre-Modern Mediterranean

    UC Santa Cruz campus 1156 High St, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

    This seminar explores how pre-modern debates over body and soulshaped political and eschatological thought in the Mediterranean. Each panel brings Jewish, Christian, and Islamic voices into dialogue, with Dante Alighieri’s oeuvre as a recurring point of comparison. Our aim is to situate questions of embodiment, psychology, soteriology, and collective destiny in light of their historical […]

  • Career Success Drop-In Coaching at the Cantú Cabin – Winter 2026

    Lionel Cantú Queer Center Crown Lane, Santa Cruz, CA

    Drop-in 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! Time: 1:30pm – 3:00pm Dates: Wednesdays, Weeks 7 & 9 of Winter Quarter 2026 2/18/2026 & 3/4/2026 Location: Cantú Queer Student Resource Center, Merrill […]

  • Grad Council Event: Future of Graduate Education at UCSC

    University Center University Center, Santa Cruz, CA

    Graduate Council will be holding a winter 2026 graduate director event seeking input on the future of UC Santa Cruz graduate programs. When: February 20, 2026 Where: University Center Alumni Room Who should attend: all current and former graduate program directors, other interested faculty may RSVP (link upcoming) More information from Graduate Council, including format […]

  • Dreamgirls

    Dreamgirls

    Theater Arts Mainstage 411 Kerr Road, Santa Cruz, CA

    Move into the spotlight with Dreamgirls, the electrifying musical sensation that brings the soul, sparkle, and spirit of Motown to the stage. Follow the unforgettable journey of three talented young women as they rise from hopeful dreamers to international superstars. With powerful vocals, stimulating choreography, and hits like “And I Am Telling You I’m Not […]

  • Teaching Symposium — Teaching Week 2026

    Merrill Cultural Center 200 McLaughlin Dr, Santa Cruz, CA

    This is the kick-off event for Teaching Week 2026. The symposium will showcase the work of instructors (including grads, lecturers, senate faculty) presenting on a teaching innovation, activity, program, or scholarly work. Presentation modalities include posters and short spoken presentations. Application to Present RSVP here to attend

    Free
  • Distinguished Teaching Award Lecture — Teaching Week 2026

    Merrill Cultural Center 200 McLaughlin Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
    Hybrid Event

    Join us as Distinguished Teaching Award recipient Laurie Palmer, Professor of Art, shares her insights on teaching. This lecture is one of the key events featured in Teaching Week 2026.
    Starting in 2018-2019, the Distinguished Teaching Award recognizes outstanding teaching on our campus. This annual award is an opportunity to acknowledge the pedagogical contributions of our colleagues that include—but also go beyond—any one particular course. It seeks to recognize an instructor that has made significant contributions to educational equity within and beyond UC Santa Cruz.

    Free to the public
  • How to be an influencer (without being on reality TV)

    Silicon Valley Campus 3175 Bowers Avenue, Santa Clara, CA, United States

    In today’s world, influence isn’t just for celebrities — it’s a career asset. Whether you’re a job seeker, entrepreneur, or industry expert, building your personal brand online can open doors. This hybrid session will cover how to grow your presence on LinkedIn and share your expertise. Learn how building your personal brand can create new […]

  • Will Work for Food

    Hay Barn 94 Ranch View Road, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

    Join us for a conversation on labor, food, and justice with Will Work for Food co-author Laura-Anne Minkoff-Zern and regional food production and service workers Veronica Rodriguez (Dole, Soledad), and X (Verve, Santa Cruz). Together, they will explore the often-overlooked role of labor in building a more just food system. Free and open to the public. Translation provided. 

  • Random with a Purpose XXXlV

    Random with a Purpose XXXlV

    Second Stage Second Stage, Santa Cruz, CA

    Student directed and choreographed dance production. — ADMISSION – General admission $5–$20 “Pay What You Like” – Free for UCSC undergrads (ticket required). – Tickets issued online here through Eventbrite only – Follow the Dept. of Performance, Play & Design on Eventbrite for notifications and updates. – Doors are scheduled to open 30 minutes prior […]

    Free – $20
  • Practical Activism Conference

    Colleges Nine and John R. Lewis College Multi-purpose Room 615 College Nine Road, Santa Cruz, CA

    Join us for the 23rd annual Practical Activism Conference. This day-long, student-coordinated conference features speakers, workshops, tabling and hands on opportunities.

    Free
  • Barn Dance at the Hay Barn

    Barn Dance at the Hay Barn

    Hay Barn 94 Ranch View Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 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. — ADMISSION – Open admission; tickets/registration not required. – FREE and open to the public. — PARKING – Parking by permit or ParkMobile. – Lot #170 is the closest parking […]

    FREE and open to UCSC affiliates
  • Undiscovered Shakespeare: The Two Noble Kinsmen – Episode I

    Shakespeare returns to the characters and themes of A Midsummer Night’s Dream in what may have been the last play he had a hand in writing: The Two Noble Kinsmen. This time, however, the story of Theseus and Hippolyta, the disorienting experience of adolescent sexual desire, and the conflict of duties to sovereigns, parents, friends, and spouses are […]

  • Undiscovered Shakespeare: The Two Noble Kinsmen – Episode II

    Shakespeare returns to the characters and themes of A Midsummer Night’s Dream in what may have been the last play he had a hand in writing: The Two Noble Kinsmen. This time, however, the story of Theseus and Hippolyta, the disorienting experience of adolescent sexual desire, and the conflict of duties to sovereigns, parents, friends, and spouses are […]

  • Winter 2026 Open Studios

    Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center Baskin Service Road, Santa Cruz, CA

    Art Department students exhibit their art work throughout studios and classrooms at the Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center at UC Santa Cruz. The Open Studios event features student art work in a variety of media, including: – Drawing – Painting – Print media – Sculpture – Photography – Environmental art – Electronic art/new media — […]

    FREE and open to the public.
  • Undiscovered Shakespeare: The Two Noble Kinsmen – Episode III

    Shakespeare returns to the characters and themes of A Midsummer Night’s Dream in what may have been the last play he had a hand in writing: The Two Noble Kinsmen. This time, however, the story of Theseus and Hippolyta, the disorienting experience of adolescent sexual desire, and the conflict of duties to sovereigns, parents, friends, and spouses are […]

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