BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Events - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://events.ucsc.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Events REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250822T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250822T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250818T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231432Z UID:10000113-1755867600-1755867600@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Lei\, K. (CMPM) - Designing for Meaningful Large-Scale Online Communication\, Connection\, and Collective Insight DESCRIPTION:Digital technologies have made large-scale online interaction a central part of how people communicate\, connect\, and work together. Yet scaling often comes at the cost of depth\, and interactions can become superficial and chaotic\, drifting away from the richer interactional contexts of small-scale or in-person settings that support trust and meaningful exchange\, and that make it possible for participants to respond to and build constructively on one another’s ideas. Although recent advances such as large language models have opened new possibilities for shaping online interaction\, there has been relatively little exploration of how to design interaction mechanisms that take advantage of large-scale engagement while fostering interactions that are engaged\, authentic\, connected\, and generative.\n \nIn this dissertation\, I explore how large-scale online systems can be designed to support engaged and meaningful interaction at scale from three distinct angles: creating few-to-many conversation structures that enable broad participation while maintaining coherence and a high level of engagement; fostering authentic self-expression in ways that build connection; and designing mechanisms that allow participants to interpret and constructively build on one another’s contributions to generate collective insight. I begin by designing a chat-based interface that organizes conversations through multi-person conversational units\, enabling one or a few mentors to effectively mentor a large-group of students. I then examine how to design a gratitude-focused online community that supports authentic and positive expressions of gratitude\, cultivating positive cycles of reflection and connection. Finally\, I introduce a large language model–powered survey platform that blends qualitative depth\, quantitative structure\, and collaborative interaction\, enabling respondents to engage with and build on each other’s ideas while providing survey creators with richer and more interpretable results. My work demonstrates how technological affordances and large-scale participation can be combined to create interaction mechanisms that support the move from isolated contributions toward shared understanding\, offering unique forms of engagement that small-scale or in-person settings cannot provide. \nEvent Host: Kehua Lei\, PhD Candidate\, Computational Media \nAdvisor: David Lee URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/lei-k-cmpm-designing-for-meaningful-large-scale-online-communication-connection-and-collective-insight/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250825T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250825T090000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250819T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231630Z UID:10000115-1756112400-1756112400@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Hawthorne\, N. (ECE) - An Out-of-the-Incubator Platform for Fluorescent Neural Monitoring and Stimulation Experiments DESCRIPTION:Live-cell fluorescence microscopy enables high-resolution\, non-invasive imaging and optical stimulation of biological processes\, yet existing systems are often prohibitively expensive\, mechanically complex\, and poorly suited for wide field-of-view\, high-speed\, multi-channel experiments—particularly those involving optogenetics. To address these limitations\, I developed a low-cost\, modular fluorescence microscope constructed from 3D-printed mechanical components and off-the-shelf optics. I also contributed to the engineering of the incubator to support long-term live-cell imaging. The platform accommodates multi-channel fluorescence imaging with simultaneous optogenetic stimulation\, features configurable optical paths for different fluorophores\, offers motorized positioning via a 3-axis manipulator\, enables dual-camera alignment for concurrent imaging\, and incorporates integrated brightfield capability. \nThe system’s performance was demonstrated by imaging mScarlet and GCaMP6f fluorescence in live human forebrain organoids\, enabling visualization of single neurons and calcium dynamics. This thesis presents a detailed evaluation of the microscope’s optical\, mechanical\, and electronic subsystems\, alongside biological validation using both the microscope and stage-top incubator. An in-well media perfusion device is proposed to further enhance tissue spheroid experiments. All 3D-print files and component specifications are provided to facilitate replication and adaptation by future researchers. The resulting open and modular platform offers a cost-effective\, high-performance alternative for advanced fluorescence microscopy and optogenetic studies\, improving tissue culture monitoring and experimental throughput while identifying remaining challenges and opportunities for further innovation in the field. \nEvent Host: Nico Hawthorne\, Ph.D. Candidate\, Electrical & Computer Engineering URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/hawthorne-n-ece-an-out-of-the-incubator-platform-for-fluorescent-neural-monitoring-and-stimulation-experiments/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250825T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250825T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250605T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231312Z UID:10000033-1756144800-1756144800@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Learn to build AI Applications DESCRIPTION:Explore the future of AI with Praveen Krishna\nJoin Program Chair and AI expert Praveen Krishna for an insider’s look at the University of California’s first certificate in AI Application Development. Learn about the growing number of jobs involving AI\, the skills you'll need to build a competitive resume\, and the UCSC Silicon Valley classes that will support your development. \n\nGet career-ready AI skills \nTaught by Silicon Valley leaders\, this program helps you master machine learning\, advanced AI techniques\, and portfolio-building projects. Whether you're in tech\, research\, or career transition\, this certificate gives you the skills to stand out in a fast-growing field. Don’t miss this chance to learn from the expert guiding the future of AI talent. \nThis info session event is sponsored by the AI Application Development Certificate program. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/ai-application-development-info-session-2/ CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Meetings & Conferences,Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250826T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250826T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250710T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231623Z UID:10000068-1756229400-1756229400@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Jobscan for Job Seekers: Tools to Help You Get Hired DESCRIPTION:Make your resume work smarter with Jobscan \n\nLearn how to create tailored resumes and cover letters using Jobscan’s free AI-powered tools. In this hands-on session\, you’ll discover how to optimize your application materials for specific job postings\, track the positions you’ve applied to\, and make the most of Jobscan’s features to stay organized and stand out in your job search. \nThis session is open exclusively to UCSC and UCSC Extension students. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/jobscan-for-job-seekers-tools-to-help-you-get-hired/ CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Meetings & Conferences,Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250826T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250826T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250625T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231619Z UID:10000046-1756231200-1756231200@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Educational Therapy – Free fall Info Session DESCRIPTION:Transform learning with Sharmila Roy\nJoin Educational Therapy program chair Sharmila Roy for a thoughtful program overview and hear how the uniquely designed curriculum empowers educators and professionals to make a lasting impact– in the classroom and beyond. As one of the few AET-approved programs\, you’ll learn to assess learning challenges and apply effective\, research-based interventions. \nEmpower students and build your practice\nGain skills to support students with learning differences like dyslexia\, ADHD\, and autism using therapeutic and educational strategies. Whether you're working in schools or starting a private practice\, this program helps you create individualized plans that foster meaningful progress. \nThis fall info session is sponsored by the Educational Therapy certificate program. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/educational-therapy-free-fall-info-session/ CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Meetings & Conferences,Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250827T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250827T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250825T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231632Z UID:10000124-1756292400-1756292400@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Rakshit\, G. (CSE) -Improving Question Answering through Figurativeness Understanding\, Semantic Representation and Multi-Agent Conflict Resolution DESCRIPTION:Open-domain question answering (ODQA) systems come with diverse challenges — ranging from resolving conflicting information to interpreting figurative expressions and representing meaning in a human-understandable form. This dissertation presents three complementary contributions toward building more robust and interpretable QA systems. \nFirst\, we investigate QA model performance on figurative language. Introducing FigurativeQA\, a benchmark of yes/no questions with figurative and literal contexts\, we demonstrate that popular BERT-based QA systems underperform significantly on figurative text. However\, prompting-based approaches like ChatGPT with chain-of-thought reasoning can mitigate this gap\, particularly when figurative contexts are automatically simplified. \nSecond\, we present ASQ\, a novel tool for automatically generating question-answer meaning representations (QMR) from Abstract Meaning Representation (AMR) graphs. ASQ enables scalable and linguistically grounded QA dataset construction\, bridging traditional formal semantics with natural language interfaces. We show that ASQ-generated questions exhibit high content fidelity and overlap with existing crowd-annotated resources like QAMR. \nFinally\, we explore how large language models (LLMs) handle conflicting evidence in ODQA\, proposing a multi-agent framework where answers generated by different models are evaluated through a verification step. Experiments using the QACC dataset and state-of-the-art LLMs (GPT-4o\, Claude 4\, DeepSeek-R1) reveal that model diversity enhances answer quality\, though requiring explanations during verification does not always lead to improvements. \nTogether\, these contributions advance the interpretability\, robustness\, and accuracy of QA systems. \nEvent Host: Geetanjali Rakshit\, Ph.D Candidate\, Computer Science & Engineering URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/rakshit-g-cse-improving-question-answering-through-figurativeness-understanding-semantic-representation-and-multi-agent-conflict-resolution/ LOCATION:Engineering 2\, Engineering 2 1156 High Street\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064 GEO:37.0009723;-122.0632371 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Engineering 2 Engineering 2 1156 High Street Santa Cruz CA 95064;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Engineering 2 1156 High Street:geo:-122.0632371,37.0009723 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250827T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250827T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250819T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231630Z UID:10000116-1756296000-1756296000@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Leavitt\, J. (BMEB) - Evolutionary Dynamics\, Functional Adaptations in Stress Response\, and Direct Detection of tRNA modifications in Archaea DESCRIPTION:Transfer RNA (tRNA) modifications are essential for structural integrity\, decoding fidelity\, and stress adaptation\, yet their dynamics across phylogenetically distinct archaeal species and their functional roles during stress remain incompletely understood. This dissertation aims to address some of these gaps through a multi-scale investigation that spans the evolutionary dynamics\, stress-responsive functions\, and direct detection of archaeal tRNA modifications. The first chapter maps this unexplored landscape by applying Ordered Two-Template Relay sequencing (OTTR-seq) across nine archaeal species from diverse and extreme environments. This comparative analysis revealed previously unrecognized\, coordinated modification patterns\, including mutually exclusive methylation patterns in the acceptor stem of hyperthermophiles. Additional comparisons revealed co-evolution of tRNA modifying enzymes\, demonstrating how their domain architectures and substrate specificities have diverged to shape lineage-specific adaptations. Building on these evolutionary observations\, the second chapter investigates the functional role of tRNA modifications in the stress responses of the model halophile Haloferax volcanii. This work reveals how tRNA modification dynamics might balance structural stability against flexibility to manage stress\, focusing on N2\,N2-dimethylguanosine (m22G) at position 26. By integrating tRNA sequencing\, proteomics\, and codon usage data within a linear mixed-effects model\, this work quantifies how the m22G modification status fine-tunes the translation of specific\, codon-biased genes\, establishing it as a modulator of the adaptive stress response. Addressing limitations of reverse-transcription (RT)-based sequencing methods for detecting modifications\, the final chapter explores the use of direct RNA nanopore sequencing. The focus is on archaeosine (G+)\, a modification unique to Archaea that is inaccessible to RT-based sequencing methods. The resulting custom model accurately detects archaeosine in its native species. However\, cross-species comparisons reveal significant challenges with species-specific overfitting\, providing insights into development of universally applicable modification callers. \nEvent Host: Jesse Leavitt\, Ph.D Candidate\, Biomolecular Engineering & Bioinformatics URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/leavitt-j-bmeb-evolutionary-dynamics-functional-adaptations-in-stress-response-and-direct-detection-of-trna-modifications-in-archaea/ LOCATION:Biomedical Sciences Building\, 575 McLaughlin Drive GEO:46.1226939;-64.7891251 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Biomedical Sciences Building 575 McLaughlin Drive;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=575 McLaughlin Drive:geo:-64.7891251,46.1226939 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250828T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250828T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250821T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231433Z UID:10000119-1756378800-1756378800@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Shanks\, C. (BMEB) - Development and Application of Local Ancestry Methods for Population Genomics DESCRIPTION:Local ancestry methods classify the segments of DNA inherited from a specific ancestry (e.g.\, African\, East Asian\, European)\, improving analyses of admixed populations. Aim 1 applies ancestry-specific analysis to more than 1000 whole genome sequences across Polynesia\, revealing strong bottlenecks in the voyagers who settled both Hawaiʻi and Rapa Nui\, and confirming frequencies of Mendelian disease–causing variants in French Polynesia not found even in large-scale biobanks. Conventional local ancestry methods are only accurate for deeply diverged populations and recent admixture events. In aim 2 I present ARGMix\, a new deep-learning approach incorporating ancestral recombination graphs (ARGs)\, which contains the inferred history of coalescent events with recombination. This method classifies the local ancestry of present day Europeans as originating from early European farmers and hunter gather ancestries. As an application I find evidence of continuity between Ötzi the Iceman and present-day Europeans of similar geography. I further propose to apply ARGMix to trace the TCC/TTC mutational pulse strongest in Europeans across geography and time. In aim 3 I present a method incorporating these ancient local ancestries to improve polygenic risk scores in the UK biobank. \nEvent Host: Cole Shanks\, Ph.D Student\, Biomolecular Engineering & Bioinformatics URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/shanks-c-bmeb-development-and-application-of-local-ancestry-methods-for-population-genomics/ LOCATION:Biomedical Sciences Building\, 575 McLaughlin Drive GEO:46.1226939;-64.7891251 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Biomedical Sciences Building 575 McLaughlin Drive;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=575 McLaughlin Drive:geo:-64.7891251,46.1226939 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250828T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250828T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250924T212906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T212906Z UID:10000107-1756382400-1756382400@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Faculty & Staff Health and Well-being: Create Calm: Stress Management Tools to Support Well-being DESCRIPTION:Now more than ever\, we need to be equipped with tools and strategies to adapt to stressors both in the workplace and in our personal lives. In this workshop\, you will learn simple\, science-backed techniques including breathwork\, mindfulness\, and self-reflection to help manage stress and build better resilience for the future. Then you will discover how a holistic approach utilizing everyday healthy habits can help to proactively support mental well-being and create more space for calm. \nTo register\, please fill out the registration link. This presentation will be recorded and made available after the meeting. \nFor more information about upcoming workshops and events\, please visit the Wellness Event Calendar. \nFor questions\, please contact Health and Well-being Specialist\, Ashley Parker\, at aseparke@ucsc.edu. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/faculty-staff-health-and-well-being-create-calm-stress-management-tools-to-support-well-being/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250828T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250828T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250708T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231621Z UID:10000063-1756402200-1756402200@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Networking Tools for Your Career DESCRIPTION:Learn how to grow your professional connections using the UCSC Silicon Valley Extension LinkedIn Alumni Tool. In this interactive session\, you’ll discover smart strategies for expanding your network\, reaching out with confidence\, and asking for informational interviews that lead to real insights—and real opportunities. \nThis session is open exclusively to UCSC and UCSC Extension students. \nLearn more career tips. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/networking-tools-for-your-career/ CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Meetings & Conferences,Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250828T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250828T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250623T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231314Z UID:10000044-1756404000-1756404000@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Data Science and Data Analytics – Fall Info Session DESCRIPTION:Master Data with Instructor Partha Padmanabhan\nJoin us for a conversation with Partha Padmanabhan\, Chair of our Data Science and Data Analytics programs\, and discover how our DSDA certificate is built to help professionals translate data into smart\, strategic business decisions. Get an inside look at the tools\, techniques\, and real-world AI applications shaping today's fast-moving analytics landscape. \nChoose Your Path: Science or Engineering\nWhether you're analyzing data or building the systems behind it\, you can specialize in Data Science or Data Engineering and earn a digital badge. This program prepares analysts\, scientists\, and IT professionals to thrive in a data-driven world. \nSpeaker\nMeet Parthasarathy Padmanabhan\, M.B.A.\, principal software engineer at one of Silicon Valley’s leading technology companies\, and get your questions answered. Parthasarathy brings more than 25 years of experience in information technology to his role and has worked in data modeling for more than 10 years. He teaches "Data Analysis" and "Business Intelligence Solutions\," and began serving as chair of the Data Science and Data Analytics Advisory Board in 2020. \nThis fall info session is sponsored by the Data Science and Data Analytics Program. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/data-science-and-data-analytics-fall-info-session/ CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Meetings & Conferences,Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250829T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250829T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250827T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231434Z UID:10000132-1756461600-1756461600@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:AI Workshop: Model Context Protocol DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our immersive AI technology workshop series. During these sessions you will be introduced to new and established AI tools that will help you create and manipulate content in new and powerful ways. Each session is led by an industry expert who will guide you through the material and share its real-world implications. \nLearning Outcomes \nBy the end of this hybrid-style workshop\, you'll be able to: \n\nExplain the core principles and motivations behind the Model Context Protocol (MCP)\, including its role in AI Agentic system communication and AI model integration.\nIdentify the structure and components of an MCP message and understand how context is preserved and passed across tasks or AI agents.\nImplement simple MCP interactions in a controlled setting using real-world tools and libraries.\nEvaluate the strengths and limitations of MCP in current AI Agentic system architectures\, including scalability and interoperability.\n\nTopics Include \n\nMCP Basics: What is Model Context Protocol and why does it matter in AI pipelines and agent interoperability?\nMessage Anatomy: Structure\, metadata\, tokens\, and temporal context.\nLive Demo: Walking through an MCP message lifecycle-create\, modify\, pass\, and interpret.\nHands-On Lab: Building a mini MCP-based interaction (e.g.\, agent-to-agent communication or contextual memory pass).\nChallenges & Use Cases: Real-world applications\, common pitfalls\, and current limitations.\n\nPrerequisites: Knowledge of LLM and AI Agents. \nNote: Please bring a laptop and have Google\, GitHub and Hugging Face accounts to participate in hands-on exercises. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/ai-workshop-model-context-protocol/ LOCATION:Silicon Valley Campus\, 3175 Bowers Avenue\, Santa Clara\, CA\, 95054\, United States CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Meetings & Conferences,Training GEO:37.3796975;-121.9765484 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Silicon Valley Campus 3175 Bowers Avenue Santa Clara CA 95054 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3175 Bowers Avenue:geo:-121.9765484,37.3796975 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250830T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250830T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250512T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231311Z UID:10000024-1756548000-1756548000@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:[SOLD OUT] Avocado Production Workshop: From Planting to Harvest DESCRIPTION:Join us for a workshop focused on successfully growing avocados in the greater Santa Cruz area. We'll cover the particulars of avocado care\, with an emphasis on variety selection for the Central Coast\, A-B flowering types\, pollination demystification\, soils and site selection\, irrigation\, fertilizers\, pruning\, and seasonal care. There will also be a troubleshooting / Q&A segment to provide all levels of the avocado-obsessed with the information necessary to set you on your way toward monstrous avocado harvests\, as well as a seasonal tasting of around a half dozen varieties to help find which variety might be perfect for you. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/avocado-production-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250902T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250902T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250121T080000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T233109Z UID:10008365-1756803600-1756832400@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Community Day: Free Admission at the Arboretum DESCRIPTION:The first Tuesday of each month\, the Arboretum is open without charge to visitors. See dates and times UC Santa Cruz Arboretum & Botanic Garden is open. NOTE: Due to limited parking at the Arboretum and the popularity of Community Day\, we greatly encourage visitors to carpool\, bike\, walk or use public transportation as much as possible. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/community-day-free-admission-at-the-arboretum/2025-09-02/ LOCATION:Arboretum\, 122 Arboretum Road\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://events.ucsc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/c3b9429d729523dcc42d038836e730c059ee9cde.jpg GEO:36.9838652;-122.0609079 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Arboretum 122 Arboretum Road Santa Cruz CA 95064;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=122 Arboretum Road:geo:-122.0609079,36.9838652 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250903T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250903T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250822T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231632Z UID:10000120-1756897200-1756897200@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Seminar Featuring Dr. Robert Blasiak\, Sept 3 at 11 am DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a special seminar with Dr. Robert Blasiak on Wednesday\, Sept 3 at 11 am. Dr. Blasiak is an Associate Professor at the Stockholm Resilience Centre at Stockholm University. The seminar will be held in person at CBB Rm 110 and on Zoom (details below). \nTalk Title: \nThe peacebuilding potential of international ocean science cooperation \nAbstract: \nA historical perspective provides a rich catalogue of examples of ocean science collaboration flourishing even in parts of the world facing a perfect storm of geopolitical tensions\, overlapping and rapidly expanding ocean uses\, unresolved maritime boundaries\, and outright conflict. How do these collaborations emerge? How do they persist? And how can we understand their capacity to mitigate conflict? This talk will draw on environmental peacebuilding literature to suggest that such collaborations are a meaningful contribution to a more peaceful world\, and will open into a discussion of how to build and foster collaboration in a polarized world. \nTo join by Zoom\, please register here: https://ucsc.zoom.us/meeting/register/fQ8g_axCRX6gff7DUtP3aA URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/seminar-featuring-dr-robert-blasiak-sept-3-at-11-am/ LOCATION:Coastal Biology Building\, 130 McAllister Way\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060 CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations GEO:36.9530063;-122.0650862 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Coastal Biology Building 130 McAllister Way Santa Cruz CA 95060;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=130 McAllister Way:geo:-122.0650862,36.9530063 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250903T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250903T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250703T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231621Z UID:10000061-1756918800-1756918800@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:What to Expect as a Science Student in Your First Year DESCRIPTION:This comprehensive session covers what you need to know to feel prepared for your first year in the sciences. We’ll explore course formats (lectures\, labs\, tutorials)\, academic expectations\, time management strategies\, and support systems. Learn how to navigate challenges and make the most of your university experience\, both inside and outside the classroom. To receive a Zoom link\, register here. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/what-to-expect-as-a-science-student-in-your-first-year/ CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Meetings & Conferences END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250903T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250903T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250710T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231317Z UID:10000067-1756922400-1756922400@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Human Resource Management Info Session DESCRIPTION:Build Stronger Teams and a Smarter HR Strategy \n\nWhat does it take to grow and lead high-performing teams in today’s AI-enhanced workplace? Hear from Philip Ziman\, chair of the Human Resource Management certificate program at UCSC Silicon Valley Extension. Learn about the practical\, people-focused program designed for current and aspiring HR professionals. \nTopics \n\nConnect HR strategy with business outcomes\nUse people analytics to inform decision-making\nSharpen your skills in talent acquisition\, leadership development\, and employee engagement. \n\n\nEarn HRCI and SHRM recertification credit + PDUs in a program that is both career-ready and future-focused. \nThis fall info session is hosted by the at UCSC Silicon Valley Extension. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/human-resource-management-info-session/ CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Meetings & Conferences,Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250904T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250904T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250718T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231318Z UID:10000076-1757008800-1757008800@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Marketing Management Info Session DESCRIPTION:Customer-Driven Marketing: Build the Skills Today’s Marketers Need \nIn a world where buyers expect personalization\, speed\, and relevance\, staying ahead means mastering modern\, AI-enhanced marketing strategies. Explore how UCSC Silicon Valley’s Marketing Management certificate helps you align marketing and sales\, harness the power of social selling\, and launch data-driven\, multi-channel campaigns that truly connect with your audience. \nShape Your Career\, Your Way \nWith electives in digital marketing and strategy\, you can tailor your learning to sharpen skills in campaign execution\, data analysis\, and brand communication. Discover how to integrate cutting-edge tools and programmatic approaches to increase your marketing impact in an ever-evolving landscape. \nMarketing Management program chair Ly Pham\, a seasoned marketing executive with deep insight into what today’s professionals need to succeed will lead this fall info session. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/marketing-management-info-session-926/ CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Meetings & Conferences,Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250905T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250905T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250827T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231636Z UID:10000131-1757095200-1757095200@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Using AI in UX: Explore the latest tools DESCRIPTION:Creating the Experience: UX\, AI\, and Responsive Design \nJoin us for a dynamic UX info session that blends creativity\, technology\, and collaboration. Discover how UX and AI work together\, explore the principles of user-centered design\, and see how advanced CSS brings responsive\, visually stunning interfaces to life. \nWe’ll highlight 3 engaging courses \n\nCollaborative Design: Enhancing UX with AI\n an introduction to tools like Figma and Miro in agile team settings\nUser Experience Design Fundamentals\n a look at design thinking and strategies for creating impactful products\nDesigning with Cascading Style Sheets\, Advanced\n showcasing techniques for sleek\, mobile-ready websites.\n\nWhether you’re exploring UX for the first time or expanding your knowledge\, this event will spark new ideas and possibilities. \nThis virtual info session series event is sponsored by the User Experience and Web Design Certificate program at UCSC Silicon Valley Extension. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/user-experience-info-session/ CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Meetings & Conferences,Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250906T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250906T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250423T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231614Z UID:10000021-1757174400-1757174400@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Farm to Fork Benefit Dinner DESCRIPTION:Join the Center for Agroecology for an evening at the Farm \nEnjoy a reception and benefit dinner on the UCSC Farm followed by dancing in the Hay Barn! This event will feature music\, appetizers\, tours\, and local wine followed by a four-course\, family-style dinner on the farm provided by Feel Good Foods. As the sun sets\, head down to the Hay Barn for music\, dancing\, and dessert. \nWant to skip dinner and join us for dancing and dessert in the Hay Barn only? Tickets for the barn dance portion only are available for $30. \nWine and beer provided by local winemakers and breweries. Vegetarian\, vegan\, and gluten-free options will be available. \nThe evening’s program: \n4:00pm: Reception and farm tours followed by dinner \n7:00pm: Dancing in the Hay Barn URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/farm-to-fork-2025/ LOCATION:UCSC Farm\, 152 Farm Rd\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064 CATEGORIES:Fundraisers GEO:36.9834167;-122.0551622 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=UCSC Farm 152 Farm Rd Santa Cruz CA 95064;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=152 Farm Rd:geo:-122.0551622,36.9834167 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250908T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250908T093000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250906T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231640Z UID:10000150-1757323800-1757323800@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:19th Conference on Neurosymbolic Learning and Reasoning (NeSy 2025) DESCRIPTION:The NeSy series is the longest standing gathering for the presentation and discussion of cutting-edge research in neurosymbolic AI. NeSy is the annual meeting of the Neurosymbolic Learning and Reasoning Association\, which has organised NeSy since 2005\, back then as a workshop. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/19th-conference-on-neurosymbolic-learning-and-reasoning-nesy-2025/ LOCATION:Jack Baskin Auditorium\, 191 Baskin Cir\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064 CATEGORIES:Meetings & Conferences GEO:37.0001832;-122.0623528 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Jack Baskin Auditorium 191 Baskin Cir Santa Cruz CA 95064;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=191 Baskin Cir:geo:-122.0623528,37.0001832 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250908T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250908T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250924T212117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T212117Z UID:10000064-1757350800-1757350800@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Silicon Chip Design & Semiconductor Engineering– Free info session DESCRIPTION:Design the Future of Semiconductors with Arvind Vidyarthi\nCurious about where a career in chip design can take you? Join Program Chair Arvind Vidyarthi for an inside look at our Silicon Chip Design & Semiconductor Engineering certificate—a program built for engineers who want to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry. \nWhether you're drawn to Front-End logic and verification or the Back-End world of physical design\, this program offers hands-on training with industry-standard EDA tools and a curriculum shaped by real Silicon Valley demand. Get the skills employers are looking for—and the confidence to step into your next big opportunity. \nHosted by the Silicon Chip Design and Semiconductor Engineering Program at UCSC Silicon Valley Extension. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/silicon-chip-design-semiconductor-engineering-free-info-session/ CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Meetings & Conferences,Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250908T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250908T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250801T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231427Z UID:10000088-1757356200-1757356200@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:September Slugs and Steins with Professor Javier González-Rocha DESCRIPTION:How can flying robots help us track the air we breathe—and the pollutants we can't see? In this talk\, I’ll share how our team uses aerial robotic systems—commonly known as drones—to measure wind patterns and detect airborne pollutants in places that are hard to reach with traditional monitoring equipment. These systems are helping us better understand how toxic and climate pollutants move through the atmosphere\, and how they affect both human health and the environment. \nFrom wildfire smoke drifting across communities to methane leaks from dairy farms and oil fields\, these emissions are often poorly monitored—especially in rural or overburdened areas. Our low-cost\, adaptable drone systems offer a new way to fill that gap. By combining real-time flight data\, environmental sensors\, and advanced modeling\, we can generate targeted\, on-demand measurements that inform air quality assessments and improve emissions tracking. \nThis work sits at the intersection of engineering\, environmental science\, and community collaboration—with the goal of building tools that empower people and support climate resilience from the ground up. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/september-slugs-and-steins-with-professor-javier-gonzalez-rocha/ CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250909T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250909T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250815T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231431Z UID:10000108-1757412000-1757412000@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Narcan Training for Faculty and Staff DESCRIPTION:Narcan is a life-saving opioid overdose reversal drug. Join us in this workshop as we learn the following: \n\n\nHow to use Narcan \n\n\nWhen to use Narcan \n\n\nNarcan FAQs \n\n\nWhere to find Narcan locally \n\n\nTo register\, click on the following registration link. \nTo learn more\, please visit the Narcan wellness initiative webpage. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/narcan-training-for-faculty-and-staff/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250909T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250909T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250811T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231429Z UID:10000099-1757419200-1757419200@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Managing Your Time and Increasing Your Productivity Webinar DESCRIPTION:It seems we always have too much to do at work in too little time. Join us as we explore innovative approaches to thinking and operating\, while also engaging with proven best practices in time management and productivity. You’ll come away from this knowing how to prioritize competing tasks\, minimize interruptions\, communicate boundaries to colleagues\, and maintain your sanity. Be ready to share your winning strategies with others and learn new ones in this fast-paced\, practical course. \nAbout the Speaker: \nHolly Hoeksema is a Career Engagement Specialist at UC Santa Cruz and the Owner of Ignite Consulting. With over 25 years of experience in leadership development\, team building\, and executive coaching\, she has guided thousands nationwide—from extensive training sessions to one-on-one coaching—in helping them find their “why” to ignite purpose and excellence. Certified in life coaching\, course management\, and servant leadership\, Holly is also skilled in personality assessments and vocational tools. Her background as a culinary instructor and wellness advisor adds a unique lens rooted in plant-based nutrition and holistic growth. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/managing-your-time-and-increasing-your-productivity-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250909T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250909T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250905T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231435Z UID:10000142-1757426400-1757426400@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Transfer Scholars Pathways (TSP) Majors and Career Exploration DESCRIPTION:During this event\, participants will have the opportunity to connect with academic advisors\, faculty\, and peer advisors to discuss: \n\nmajor requirements\ntips on how to smoothly transfer into the respective major\nvarious career pathways alumni from their department have pursued URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/transfer-scholars-pathways-tsp-majors-and-career-exploration/ CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250909T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250909T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250717T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231318Z UID:10000074-1757440800-1757440800@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:AI Business Practices Fall Info Session DESCRIPTION:Practical AI for workplace automation \nDiscover how nontechnical professionals can harness the power of AI in everyday work. Join program chair Hien Luu for an inside look at AI Business Practices—a hands-on specialization designed to help you boost efficiency with free\, easy-to-use AI tools and smart prompt strategies. \nWork Smarter\, Not Harder\nLearn how to streamline tasks like presentations\, reports\, and project planning while gaining practical skills in prompt engineering\, AI agent setup\, and ethical AI use. This program is built for real-world impact—no coding required. \nThis fall info session is sponsored by the AI Business Practices Specialization. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/ai-business-practices-fall-info-session/ CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Meetings & Conferences,Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250910T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250910T080000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250905T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231504Z UID:10000143-1757491200-1757491200@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Professional Certificates for International Students DESCRIPTION:Interested in a professional certificate at UCSC Silicon Valley Extension? \nA professional certificate is a fantastic way to develop your career\, learn from industry experts\, and experience Silicon Valley. We offer numerous exciting programs in technology and business. \nVisit our International site for more information. \nProspective international students \nPlease click here to schedule an online meeting with an advisor. \n\nMondays\, 5-7 p.m. (PT)\nWednesdays\, 8–10 a.m. (PT)\n\nCurrent international students \nAlready studying with us? Please email us: extensioninternational@ucsc.edu to meet with an international advisor in person or online. \nCall: +1 (408) 450-4945 | extensioninternational@ucsc.edu URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/professional-certificates-for-international-students-5081/ CATEGORIES:Meetings & Conferences,Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://events.ucsc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/45a3bbd7f9324113ef24c805ca66c8d05a8315d5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250910T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250910T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250908T070000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T231643Z UID:10000153-1757502000-1757502000@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Doganyigit\, K. (BMEB) - Reimagining the petri dish\, automated incubator-free organoid culture system for long term organoid maintenance and disease modeling DESCRIPTION:Organoids offer strong in vitro models for studying development and disease; however\, traditional incubator-based culture methods hinder environmental regulation\, elevate evaporation rates\, and limit imaging and instrumentation access—restricting their effectiveness for prolonged\, physiologically relevant research. To address these challenges\, we created a compact\, automated culture system that eliminates the need for an incubator by integrating microfluidic recirculation with gas exchange inspired by artificial lungs in intensive care medicine. The system employs a fluid impermeable gas-exchange membrane along with an aqueous buffer to passively stabilize oxygen\, pH\, and osmolarity. Automated media transfer and integrated sensing enable consistent\, multi-week live imaging and accurate environmental control. \n\n The First Aim of this proposal addresses the creation and execution of this organoid culture platform that does not require an incubator. In Aim 2\, I validate the system utilizing mouse cerebral cortex organoids grown in the system\, evaluating metabolic viability\, tissue structure\, and electrophysiological activity in comparison to shaker-incubator controls. I will also employ RNA sequencing to further analyze cell-type composition and transcriptional stress profiles. In Aim 3\, I will modify the platform to simulate the prenatal stroke penumbra by incorporating spatially localized hypoxia and hypoglycemia through pressure-modulated perfusion. Combining real-time hypoxia imaging with transcriptomic analysis to facilitate investigation of ischemic damage and recovery within a regulated organoid model. Overall\, this research seeks to create a flexible\, and physiologically appropriate culture system that enhances experimental access and facilitates a better environment for new models of organoid development and disease research. \nEvent Host: Kivilcim Doganyigit\, Ph.D Student\, Biomolecular Engineering & Bioinformatics \nAdvisor: David Haussler URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/doganyigit-k-bmeb-reimagining-the-petri-dish-automated-incubator-free-organoid-culture-system-for-long-term-organoid-maintenance-and-disease-modeling/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250910T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250910T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125823 CREATED:20250924T212117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T212117Z UID:10000062-1757505600-1757505600@events.ucsc.edu SUMMARY:Research Lunch & Learn - Budgeting and Budget Management 101 DESCRIPTION:Comprehensive\, timely\, and accurate financial management is foundational for effective research portfolio support and decision-making. In this session\, Office of Research and divisional experts will focus on ways to identify commonly missed budget items and how to better track variances from the budget. Join Jen Huber\, OR Senior Research Accountant\, Melissa DiOrio\, Manager of Proposal Administration\, and a divisional research accountant on September 10\, 12-1 p.m.\, for a discussion about projection sandboxes that can be shared with PIs\, as well as PI-centered ways to discuss spending. URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/research-lunch-learn-budgeting-and-budget-management-101/ CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR