Events

February Slugs and Steins with Distinguished Professor Emeritus John Brown Childs
2026-02-09 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Kings of Infinite Space: Courageous Compassion Among Men in Soledad Prison

“I could be bounded in a nutshell, and count myself king of infinite space…”
–Hamlet
When I reflect on the expansively creative, compassionate, and transformational minds and actions of the incarcerated men with whom I have worked as a volunteer teacher of what I call “transcommunal peace and cooperation,” for some twenty years first in DVI Prison, and mostly Soledad Prison, the central image that strikes me is the first part of Hamlet’s statement, in the Shakespeare play, wherein he says, “I could be bounded in a nutshell and count myself king of infinite space….” The men with whom I work, despite their incarceration in narrow, constraining, routinized circumstances, are nonetheless able to reach out to, and draw from a wide and deep universe of humane love for all. Their organizing group, Cemanahuac (an Indigenous Nahuatl word meaning “One World”-all races, cultures, faiths, regions, and perspectives); is the foundation for the success of transcommunality. My book Transcommunality, from the Politics of Conversion to the Ethics of Respect, (Temple University Press, 2003), that is the basis for my teaching in Soledad and elsewhere, emphasizes ways of achieving mutual respect among diverse, even opposing vantage points, with an emphasis on being able to disagree over key matters while still working together. The concept of “transcommunality” is rooted in the brilliant, ancient Indigenous philosophy of the Haudenosauunee (“Iroquois”) Peacemaker, Deganawidah. Similarly, rather than being simple stereotyped negatives; these Soledad men are positives, who are providing important foundations for building bridges in a time of overall societal division, and emphasizing, in the midst of the national cauldron of hate, the healing power of love.
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Coffee and Convo with Provost Aims
2026-02-10 09:00 - 11:00
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.

2026 Pre-Health School Fair
2026-02-10 11:00 - 14:00 | Colleges Nine and John R. Lewis College Multi-purpose Room, 615 College Nine Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Here is a chance to meet the recruiters in person!
If you are interested in pursuing a career in medicine or other health professions, then take advantage of this opportunity to meet recruiters from health professional schools. Learn more about their respective health professional programs, including medical schools, and discuss ways in which to stand out in the application process.
Undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent alumni are all welcome to attend!
Curious about how to best prepare for the fair?
1. Research the organization
Identify your top 3-5 pre-health and medical schools you’re interested in (but be sure to stay open to engaging with multiple programs at the event). Do your research by reviewing school websites (what’s the pre-health or medical school program mission? values?), admissions process and requirements, and perhaps check out their social media for the latest news from the university/school. Pre-health and medical school representatives are impressed by potential candidates who take the time to do this!

2. Prepare your introduction and questions
Reflect on what about each program resonates with you. Perhaps it’s the specific the curriculum they’re developing, research they’re leading, or the career path a specific degree program can lead you on. What relevant experiences do you have? How can you be of service to the pre-health or medical school? Exercise critical thinking skills to develop questions to ask recruiters.
3. Plan your time
Be sure to manage the time you have to ensure you’re able to connect with the pre-health and medical school programs you’re most interested in, but remember to also be open to different schools you may not have heard of because they may be a smaller or out of area pre-health or medical school program.
Want more support?

View our Pre-Health page
Visit a peer coach during drop-in hours
Schedule a career coaching appointment with a Career Engagement Specialist
Stay in the loop by following Career Success on Instagram

You will receive registration and additional information in your email from Career Success via Handshake. Please check your junk/spam folder if you are not receiving any communication.

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.

Questions? Send to csuccess@ucsc.edu or visit Career Success at Hahn 125 East Entrance
Need accessibility support? Let us know at slugtalent@ucsc.edu at least two weeks prior to the fair date.

Career fair registrations are made without endorsement, direct or implied, by Career Success or UCSC. Career Success educates students about various opportunities and ensures equity of access to campus recruiting activities for all employers who abide by our Employer Policies. Individual students are encouraged to determine which employers align with their diverse talents, values, and interests.

Successful Slug Workshop: Note Taking and Reading Strategies
2026-02-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Academic Resources Center (ARC), 408 McHenry Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Note Taking and Reading Strategies
Tuesday, February 10, 12:00-12:45 p.m.
Location: ARCenter 203
Learn reading and note-taking methods and why they work to help you learn.
Successful Slug Workshop Series
Join Learning Support Services (LSS) for Successful Slug Workshops on Tuesdays at noon and Wednesdays at 2:45 p.m.
These 45-minute workshops are open to all UCSC students and offer tools and strategies to support your academic success. Each session highlights best practices for effective, long-lasting learning and is led by LSS professional staff.
To get first priority, sign up on TutorHub or simply drop in. You can also sign up on TutorHub to receive email reminders.
Learn more and sign up: learningsupport.ucsc.edu/programs/workshops/
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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.

Ecology of Presence: Pathways to the Natural World
2026-02-10 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-11 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-12 12:00 - 17:00 | Eloise Pickard Smith Gallery, 11 Cowell Service Rd, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
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, moving image, music, performance, installation, comics, social practice, photography, and storytelling – the artists in Ecology of Presence emphasize relationality and careful attention to place as essential to building relationships with environs. As accelerating environmental change and technological dependency threaten ways of belonging, the works in this exhibition maintain a steadfast commitment to interdisciplinary approaches that propose kinship with the natural world. By coming together, Art + Science Fellows artworks and social practices suggest ways of imagining human life in relation to the more-than-human world.

International Grad Workers Chat Lounge Session #2
2026-02-10 13:00 - 16:00 | Graduate Student Commons, 420 Hagar Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Come by Graduate Student Commons on Friday, 2/6 and Tuesday, 2/10 afternoon to grab snacks and chat with fellow international grads. Join our grad peer mentors to discuss specific topics related to international workers such as informed decision-making through step-by-step information about bargaining, voting (SAV), and striking. They’ll also hold space for questions and concerns you may have.
Time: Friday, 2/6 and Tuesday, 2/10 from 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Place: Graduate Student Commons – Fireside Lounge & Room 204
RSVP here. You are also welcome to submit anonymous questions / concerns.
Refreshments will be provided. Feel free to drop by individually or with friends anytime during these afternoons. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Drop-In Figure Drawing
2026-02-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Elena Baskin Visual Arts Center, Baskin Service Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Drop-In Draw provides a live model and room monitor. There is no formal lesson and only dry media is allowed (no paints).
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ADVISORIES
– These events contain mature content and nudity.
– Drop-In Draw is subject to the possibility of last-minute cancellation without notification, and sessions are not guaranteed.
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ADMISSION
– FREE and open to the public
– UCSC Art Department Room L-101
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
This series occurs weekly on Tuesday evenings during winter quarter, including the following:
Tuesday January 6, 2026, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Tuesday January 13, 2026, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Tuesday January 20, 2026, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Tuesday January 27, 2026, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Tuesday February 3, 2026, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Tuesday February 10, 2026, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Tuesday February 17, 2026, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Tuesday February 24, 2026, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Tuesday March 3, 2026, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Additional dates to be announced for spring quarter.
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PARKING
– Parking by permit or ParkMobile.
– Arts Lot #126 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 all members of the public consistent with state and federal law.

Continuing Student Housing Info Session
2026-02-11 10:00 - 12:00 | https://ucsc.zoom.us/meeting/register/NkGSdQM0RNK0VmYaXUeiNA
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, and more.
The session will be held on Zoom and will include breakout rooms for individual colleges and housing communities, allowing you to get more specific information about your housing options.
Date: Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.–12 noon
Location: Zoom (register here)

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.

CSE Colloquium: Incentivized Alignment for Strategic Agents (Human and Otherwise)
2026-02-11 11:00 - 12:15 | Engineering 2, Engineering 2 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Presenter: Grant Schoenebeck, University of Michigan
Abstract: Advances in machine learning enable new forms of human-AI collaboration, but collaborative settings typically involve agents with divergent objectives and private information. This will become increasingly critical in the emerging world of agentic AI, where ML-powered agents act on behalf of individuals or institutions with conflicting goals. I use the term incentivized alignment to describe the approach of combining both machine learning and incentive design to achieve alignment of system outcomes despite misaligned agents. This talk presents two case studies of incentivized alignment showing how machine learning can make mechanism design scalable and practical, and how mechanism design can make machine learning strategically robust. First, I examine the use of LLMs as judges for rating subjective responses. While LLMs perform well on existing datasets, they are highly susceptible to manipulation. I propose adapting peer-prediction mechanisms to create strategically-robust scoring mechanisms that incentivize honest reporting. Beyond ensuring high-quality inputs to AI systems, these mechanisms can potentially eliminate reward hacking in ML training pipelines. Second, I consider collective decision-making where agents hold different objectives and private information. The goal is to design mechanisms that incentivize strategic agents to select outcomes that would be optimal under full information sharing, according to certain criteria. Both case studies demonstrate solutions for incentivized alignment in multi-agent systems employing the combination of incentive design and machine learning, a theme likely to be central to the future of collaborative AI.
Bio: Grant Schoenebeck is an associate professor at the University of Michigan in the School of Information. His work has recently focused on developing and analyzing systems for eliciting and aggregating information from a diverse group of agents with varying information, interests, and abilities by combining ideas from machine learning and economics (e.g. game theory, mechanism design, and information design). More generally, his recent work has been about incentives and (machine) learning in a variety of contexts. His research is supported by multiple NSF grants including a CAREER award and spans publications in top venues including NeurIPS, ICLR, EC, WINE, the Web Conference, STOC, and FOCS. His former PhD students and postdocs now hold tenure-track positions at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Peking University, George Mason University, and Shanghai Jiao Tong University. He recently served as Program Committee Co-chair for WINE, Theory Track Co-chair for EC, and Economics and Computation Track co-chair at the Web Conference. Grant received his PhD at UC Berkeley, studied theology at Oxford University, and received his BA in mathematics and computer science from Harvard.
Hosted by: Professor Nikos Tziavelis
Location: Engineering 2, Room E2-180
*Light refreshments such as coffee, pastries, and fruit will be available.
Zoom: https://ucsc.zoom.us/j/93445911992?pwd=[REDACTED]

Centering the Experiences of Undocumented Transfer Students at HSIs: A Brown Bag Presentation by Valeria Alonso Blanco
2026-02-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Huerta Center Conference Room (Casa Latina), 641 Merrill Rd, Santa Cruz,, CA, 95064
The Huerta Center is proud to present a brown bag presentation by Graduate Student Research Awardee Valeria Alonso Blanco. She will present on a qualitative study that explores how undocumented Latinx transfer students navigate institutional support, belonging, and barriers at a four-year Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Findings reveal gaps between institutional commitments and student realities, and she offers actionable recommendations for more equitable, transfer-receptive practices.

On the Margins of Empire: The Archaeology of Social Complexities in Lower Akinyele, Southwest Nigeria Ca. 18th- 20th centuries
2026-02-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Social Sciences 1, Social Sciences 1, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Presentation Abstract: My research examines the materiality of everyday life in non-urban spaces between the 18th and 20th centuries. I seek to articulate the nature of social complexities that may have characterized these spaces, with particular attention to the domestic domain. In my study at Lower Akinyele, I aim to investigate how social agents negotiated their daily lives within complex historical processes such as imperial control, conflict, migration, and resettlement, and how these dynamics shape their lived experience and are reflected in the archaeological record over this extended period.
Combining an interdisciplinary approach, my research employs ethnography, archaeological field survey with geospatial analysis, and material science-based analysis. Drawing on theories of agency, practice, and feminist perspectives, I move beyond a monolithic view that privileges urban centers as the primary sites for studying social complexity. Instead, my work advocates for a more nuanced understanding that captures the varied scales of human interactions within these communities.
About the Presenter: Boluwaji Ajayi is a doctoral candidate in the Department of Anthropology at UCSC. Ajayi’s research examines the social complexities that shaped the everyday lives of settlements located on the peripheries of early cities and empires in the Yoruba-Edo region of Southwestern Nigeria from the precolonial era to the twentieth century.

Research Lunch & Learn: NAGPRA, CalNAGPRA, and UC Repatriation policy overview
2026-02-11 12:00 - 13:00 | https://events.ucsc.edu/event/research-lunch-learn-nagpra-calnagpra-and-uc-repatriation-policy-overview/
This presentation provides an overview of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) and UCSC’s responsibilities in compliance with federal law, CalNAGPRA state-specific law, and the UCOP policy regarding repatriation. Join Victoria Jennings, UCSC’s Repatriation and Tribal Collaborations Coordinator, on February 11, 2026, 12-1 p.m., to learn more about where NAGPRA intersects with research activities and how we can show respect for tribal sovereignty in our day-to-day actions on and off campus.
Join: Zoom link for this session.

Faculty Forum — The Residential College System and the First-Year Student Experience
2026-02-11 13:30 - 15:30 | Stevenson Event Center, Stevenson Service Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Faculty Forum: The Residential College System and the First-Year Student Experience
UC Santa Cruz was founded on a residential college system that combines living and learning. A core goal of our system has always been to use a shared learning experience built around the college theme to create a sense of belonging and community among first-year students. The campus has changed dramatically over the last quarter century: the shift to letter grades and a new approach to general education; growth of the undergraduate population; an increasingly diverse student body (HSI recognition in 2012, AANAPISI in 2014, APRU in 2020, HSRU in 2022); and recognition as one of the top research universities in North America (AAU membership in 2019).
The college system has changed incrementally over that time, but we have not had a comprehensive, campus-wide discussion of what today’s students need from our college system and how best we might serve them; and Senate faculty engagement with the colleges has dwindled. As important, UCSC has not been meeting predicted graduation rates in comparison to the academic preparation of entering first-year students. This forum is the first step in engaging the faculty in thinking about how we can ensure that our college system serves our students and meets our obligations to the state and our aspirations as a research university.
The forum will feature four speakers who will offer brief comments and then engage in a panel discussion, largely addressing questions from the audience.

Kimberly Lau, UC Santa Cruz, Professor of Literature and Chair of the Council of College Provosts, on our current college system.
Laura Arroyo, UC Santa Cruz, Assoc. Vice Chancellor for Colleges, Housing, and Educational services, on co-curricular approaches to college engagement.
Daniel Friedman, Univ. of South Carolina, AVP University 101 and National Resource Center for the First-Year Experience and Students in Transition, on the South Carolina first-year model
John Moore, UC San Diego, Professor of Linguistics and Dean of Undergraduate Education, on the UC San Diego college model

All faculty are invited to join us for this important conversation.
Hosted by:
Kimberly Lau
Professor of Literature
College Provost of John R. Lewis College
Chair of the Council of College Provosts
Matthew McCarthy
Professor of Ocean Science
Chair of the Academic Senate
Paul Koch
Distinguished Professor of Earth & Planetary Sciences
Interim Campus Provost/Executive Vice Chancellor
Richard Hughey
Professor of Computer Science & Engineering and Biomolecular Engineering
Vice Provost and Dean of Undergraduate Education and Global Engagement

Global Cafe (Winter 2026)
2026-02-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Classroom Unit, Classroom Unit, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064, Select a Country:
International Student Services & Programming invites you to our monthly Global Cafe, a space for all international-minded community members to connect. Swing by for some refreshments and an opportunity to meet other international students and scholars, as well as Global Engagement staff. Feel free to drop in at any time and stay for as long as you’d like.
Our winter Global Cafe dates:

Wednesday, January 14
Wednesday, February 11
Wednesday, March 11

Successful Slug Workshop: Goal Setting
2026-02-11 14:30 - 15:30 | Academic Resources Center (ARC), 408 McHenry Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Goal Setting
Wednesday, February 11, 2:45–3:30 p.m.
Location: ARCenter 203
Set SMART goals to help you get organized & on track for success.
Successful Slug Workshop Series
Join Learning Support Services (LSS) for Successful Slug Workshops on Tuesdays at noon and Wednesdays at 2:45 p.m.
These 45-minute workshops are open to all UCSC students and offer tools and strategies to support your academic success. Each session highlights best practices for effective, long-lasting learning and is led by LSS professional staff.
To get first priority, sign up on TutorHub or simply drop in. You can also sign up on TutorHub to receive email reminders.
Learn more and sign up: learningsupport.ucsc.edu/programs/workshops/
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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.

EOP Students - "Words That Impress: Creating a Great Résumé & Cover Letter"
2026-02-11 15:00 - 16:00 | Career Success Student Lounge (125 Hahn), 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064, United States
Crafting a fantastic Resume and Cover Letter are the key to getting an interview and landing a job! Join us for this informative workshop that will cover best practices for resume and cover letter development. You’ll gain understanding about the perfect format, navigating AI filters, and how to write captivating resume bullet points and engaging cover letter paragraphs. The presentation will be 30 minutes, followed by 30 minutes of optional worktime here in our office with coaches to give you brief input.
We will provide captions for the presentation. If you have disability-related needs, please contact the Career Success office at csuccess@ucsc.edu or (831) 459-4420 as soon as possible.
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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.

Meet a Roomie: Oakes/Rachel Carson
2026-02-11 17:30 | Oakes Learning Center
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 Oakes or Rachel Carson communities for the 2026-27 academic year.
This is a casual, in-person opportunity to meet potential roommates and start forming your housing group before the application and Room Selection process begins.
Date: Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Oakes Learning Center (map)

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.

Meet a Roomie: The Village
2026-02-11 18:00
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 Village for the 2026-27 academic year.
This is a casual, in-person opportunity to meet potential roommates and start forming your housing group before the application and Room Selection process begins.
Date: Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: The Village (map) Community Lounge (F5)

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.

AI Application Development – A monthly conversation with the Chair
2026-02-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Silicon Valley Campus, 3175 Bowers Avenue, Santa Clara, CA, 95054, United States
Lead Innovation as a Machine Learning Engineer.
As AI becomes central to products and services across industries, there’s a growing demand for professionals who can design, build and deploy intelligent services & systems. Learn how you can preprocess data, develop Machine Learning models, apply Deep Learning techniques, and create AI solutions that solve real‑world problems.
Speaker
Join Praveen Krishna, Chair of the Artificial Intelligence Application Development program, for this new monthly conversation series designed to spark discussion and dialogue. Get an inside look at how our courses deliver hands-on learning, industry-driven projects, and the technical foundation needed to advance your career as an ML Engineer, MLOps Engineer, or Applied AI Researcher.
Learn more.
Visit our program page for a closer look at our AI App Development courses and offerings.
Register today.

Pasifika: Map it Out
2026-02-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Porter Hitchcock Lounge, 411 Porter-Kresge Rd, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060-4902, United States
Learn about Pasifika identities and how to get involved with the Pasifika community at UCSC and beyond on Wednesday, February 11th from 6-7:30pm at the Porter Hitchcock Lounge. RSVP at bit.ly/aapirc-map!
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.

California Firefighter Cancer Research Study Panel
2026-02-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Institute of the Arts and Sciences, 100 Panetta Ave, Santa Cruz, United States
In the month of February, The intersections of Climate Change lecture series will host a panel discussion with Dr. Shehnaz Hussain and Fire Captain Jamie Gabriel. They will discuss ongoing research in cancer being the leading cause of death among California firefighters and why preventative interventions remain elusive.
The Intersections of Climate Change Series is organized with the Friedlaender Lab in conjunction with Weather and the Whale.
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ADDITIONAL SERIES EVENTS
– Thurs. Feb. 5, 6:00 p.m: Intersections of Climate Change Lecture: Climate Justice and the Moss Landing Battery Fire
– Wed. Feb. 11, 6:00 p.m: The California Firefighter Cancer Research Study with Shehnaz Hussain and Fire Captain Jamie Gabriel
– Thurs. Feb. 26, 6:00 p.m: Intersections of Climate Change Performance: Electroacoustic Performance and Artist Talk with the Whale Liberation Front
– Wed. March 4, 6:00 p.m: Unexpected Returns: The Historic Entanglements of Fire, Settlement, and Stewardship in the Santa Cruz Mountains
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ADMISSION
– FREE and open to the public
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PARKING
– The entrance to the Institute of the Arts and Sciences Galleries is on Delaware Street and has an accessibility ramp.
– Convenient and free self-parking is available on Panetta Avenue and High Road, immediately adjacent to the galleries.
– Accessible parking is on High Road.
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This program is open to all members of the public consistent with state and federal law.

"The Eternal Song" Film Screening
2026-02-11 18:30 - 21:00 | Merrill Cultural Center, 200 McLaughlin Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
The Eternal Song is a cinematic journey through timeless lands and Indigenous cultures. Voices from across generations and traditions invite us to witness the enduring scars of colonization on lands and peoples, and the healing pathways carried through ancestral wisdom. Entrusted with medicine stories, the film grapples with colonial legacies, intergenerational trauma, and the culture of separation that fragments our lives.

"The Eternal Song" Film Screening
2026-02-11 19:15 - 21:00 | Merrill Cultural Center, 200 McLaughlin Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
About the Film
The Eternal Song is a cinematic journey through timeless lands and Indigenous cultures. Voices from across generations and traditions invite us to witness the enduring scars of colonization on lands and peoples, and the healing pathways carried through ancestral wisdom. Entrusted with medicine stories, the film grapples with colonial legacies, intergenerational trauma, and the culture of separation that fragments our lives.
Event Details:
Location: Merrill Cultural Center
Doors Open: 6:30 PM
Film Begins: 7:15 PM
Tabling: 6:30–7:15 PM
RSVP LINK
Hosted by the American Indian Resource Center and CoCo JRL/C10
Need more information, please contact: Angel Riotutar: ariotutar@ucsc.edu

Virtual Resume Review
2026-02-12 10:00 - 14:00
Meet with actual recruiters for this virtual resume review! You’ll get a chance to show them your resume and get feedback from professionals.
Get career ready with Career Success!
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.
Handshake is committed to building an accessible product, as well as an ongoing, sustainable process for maintaining accessibility. Please contact slugtalent@ucsc.edu if you need accessibility support at least 5 days prior to the event date.
Questions? Email slugtalent@ucsc.edu

University Center Bistro Special Valentine Menu
2026-02-12 11:30 - 14:00 | University Center Bistro
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!

BME Seminar: Population Genetics in an Era of Genomic Health
2026-02-12 11:40 - 13:30 | Physical Sciences Building, Physical Sciences Building, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Presenter: Dr. Eimear Kenny, Founding Director of the Institute for Genomic Health and a Endowed Chair and Professor for Genomic Health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Description: The overarching goal of my work is to advance genomics in medicine and research through diversity and innovation. The work of my group seeks to enrich our understanding of human genomic diversity by focusing on populations underrepresented in genomics, developing and disseminating computational genomic tools to enhance precision and accuracy in diverse populations, unveiling genetic architectures of diseases that can track with demographic history, and advancing diversity large-scale genomic databases. We also work to integrate new paradigms of genomic medicine into routine clinical practice, ensuring genomic insights are appropriately applied in real-world healthcare settings and lead to improved patient care and health equity. I will discuss aspects of this work with emphasis on why we should promote inclusivity, innovate methodologies, and harness the potential of diverse populations in genomic health.
Bio: Eimear Kenny, PhD, is the Founding Director of the Institute for Genomic Health, building resources for integrating genomic information and AI in routine clinical care, and supporting the sequencing and return of results to a diverse patients in the Mount Sinai Health System. She also the Founding Director of the Center for Translational Genomics and a Endowed Chair and Professor of Genomic Health, at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, working on computational and translational genomic research. She is Principal Investigator in many large NIH-funded international consortium focused on computational genomics and genomic medicine, including eMERGE, PRIMED, CSER, GSP, TOPMed, PAGE, and HPRC. She is a strong advocate for the importance of diversity in genomic research, is improving the accessibility of genetics to global populations, and has led multiple genetics-based clinical trials. Her exceptional contributions to the field earned her the prestigious Early Career Award from the American Society of Human Genetics in 2022. In addition to her academic and research roles, Dr. Kenny serves as a scientific advisor to various genomic medicine initiatives in government, non-profit, and industry sectors.
Hosted by: Professor Karen Miga, BME Department

Info Session: Agroecology Practicum in Guatemala
2026-02-12 14:00 - 15:00
Learn more at our upcoming Information Session: Thursday, February 12 at 2:00-3:00 p.m. via Zoom.
Register here
Earn 6 units on a summer program on the Global Seminar Agroecology Practicum in Guatemala this summer. This program is taught by Damian Parr, Education Programs Manager and Instructor for the Agroecology Center and Michael Bakal, post-doctoral researcher.
Quick Facts:

Location: Antigua, Guatemala; Lake Atitlán, Guatemala
Course:
ENVS 133 B: Agroecology Practicum (6 units)
Led by: Damian Parr and Michael Bakal
Eligibility: Good academic and disciplinary standing, Min Age: 18, 45 units completed at time of departure, Minimum GPA 2.3 cumulative GPA or higher at the time of application and every quarter prior to departure, Eligible majors: Agroecology, ENVS, additional majors by permission of the instructor.
Dates: June 17-July 2, 2026
Finances: Financial aid applies, and scholarships are available! Budget will be posted on the website when it is available.
How to apply: Visit here for instructions. Applications open on December 1, 2025, and close on March 2, 2026.
Get in touch: Email your questions to globallearning@ucsc.edu.

Program Description:
This program will explore the historical and contemporary strengths and challenges to Guatemala’s food and agricultural system through the lens of Agroecology and indigenous-led agricultural development work. Examples of learning objective topics include developing students’ competencies in biological soil fertility and pest management, tillage and cultivation, crop care, and analysis of diversified farming systems. The course frames these more technical production competencies within learning objectives related to agriculture literacies, analyzing broader societal aspects of food sovereignty, and the development of equitable and ecologically sustainable food systems. By broadening student perspectives and understandings of our diverse global community, students will strengthen their ability to think critically about solutions. Studying and working in an unfamiliar place will support students in gaining a clearer sense of who they are as learners, so that they leave the program empowered to tackle the challenges – both academic and non-academic – that inevitably lie ahead.

Continuing Student Housing Info Session
2026-02-12 15:00 - 17:00 | https://ucsc.zoom.us/meeting/register/bcdl0dS0QyGjAWjSZpxl4w
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, and more.
The session will be held on Zoom and will include breakout rooms for individual colleges and housing communities, allowing you to get more specific information about your housing options.
Date: Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Location: Zoom (register here)

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To learn more, please visit UC Nondiscrimination Statement or Nondiscrimination Policy for UC Publications.
