Tax Workshops for International Students & Scholars
Graduate Student Commons 420 Hagar Drive, Santa CruzFilm Screening: Sotong and Against this Messy World
Humanities 1 Building 257 Cowell-Stevenson Road, Santa Cruz
Week of Events
M.F.A. Exhibition for Environmental Art & Social Practice (EASP)—”Picking up Shells Amid a Tsunami”
The culminating exhibition of the Environmental Art and Social Practice (EASP) M.F.A. program at UC Santa Cruz presents new projects—Picking up Shells Amid a Tsunami 쓰나미가 밀려오는데, 조개나 줍고 있네—developed through concentrated inquiry over a two-year period and offers a window into the artists’ unique long-term research projects that expand beyond the gallery space. — FULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS […]
Monday, April 6, 2026
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April 6, 2026Tax Workshops for International Students & Scholars
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April 6, 2026Film Screening: Sotong and Against this Messy World
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April 6, 2026AM Seminar: The Thinking Eye: AI That Sees, Reads, and Reasons in Medicine
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April 6, 2026Statistics Seminar: Some Recent Results on Transfer Learning
Tax Workshops for International Students & Scholars
International Student Services and Programming (ISSP) will be hosting two tax-related sessions for international students and scholars in the coming months, including a hands-on workshop for anyone who wants support while working through the filing process. We understand that filing taxes can be daunting, so our office is here to provide resources to make this […]
Film Screening: Sotong and Against this Messy World
On April 6, 2026, the Graduate Training in Southeast Asia (GETSEA) consortium and UCSC’s Center for Southeast Asian Coastal Interactions will host two short films highlighting the challenges to art and expression in Malaysia’s complex political, legal, and societal landscape. Sotong follows four fierce local drag queens who were part of the 2022 Halloween party raided […]
AM Seminar: The Thinking Eye: AI That Sees, Reads, and Reasons in Medicine
Presenter: Yuyin Zhou, Assistant Professor, UCSC Description: Medical AI is undergoing a profound transformation, evolving from simple pattern recognition to systems capable of complex clinical reasoning. This talk will chart this evolution across three dimensions: data, models, and evaluation. I will first highlight the shift from limited, unimodal datasets to massive multimodal resources. In particular, […]
Statistics Seminar: Some Recent Results on Transfer Learning
Presenter: Oscar Hernan Madrid Padilla, Assistant Professor, University of California, Los Angeles Description: In the first part of the talk, I will introduce TRansfer leArning via guideD horseshoE prioR (TRADER), a novel approach enabling multi-source transfer through pre-trained models in high-dimensional linear regression. TRADER shrinks target parameters towards a weighted average of source estimates, accommodating […]
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
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April 7, 2026Community Day: Free Admission at the Arboretum
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April 7, 2026Coffee with Provost Aims
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April 7, 2026Next Wave of Faculty in Genomics Symposium
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Hybrid EventApril 7, 2026History of Science Lecture with Jennifer Derr
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April 7, 2026Indigenous Language Revitalization
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April 7, 2026Yoga as Healing Series
Community Day: Free Admission at the Arboretum
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 […]
Coffee with Provost Aims
Warm greetings and hot coffee are served by Provost Aims and Poppy the Merrill Chihuahua each Tuesday in April. Breakfast snacks, tea, and cocoa too.
Stop by and say “hi”
Next Wave of Faculty in Genomics Symposium
The BME Department and Genomics Institute are once again hosting our annual Next Wave of Faculty in Genomics Symposium, which will be held on April 7th from 11:40–1:15 in E2 180. Please join us to hear cutting-edge genomics talks from outstanding postdocs from around the country! A burrito reception catered by Alebrije’s will follow immediately after the talks. Registration is free, but […]
History of Science Lecture with Jennifer Derr
The damming of the Nile River transformed agriculture and human health in 20th-century Egypt. While dams enabled year-round irrigation and provided hydroelectricity, the prevalence of parasitic disease also skyrocketed. Professor Derr explores the effects of damming the Nile on the health of Egyptians and the impact of large-scale environmental transformation on the knowledge and practice that made medicine during the 20th century.
Indigenous Language Revitalization
Join the American Indian Resource Center for Indigenous Language Revitalization on April 7, 2026, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Cowell Ranch Hay Barn. This presentation explores the history of land, language, and cultural loss, alongside current efforts in revitalization and everyday practice. We will share perspectives on language curriculum, cultural resurgence, and mechanisms sustaining this […]
Yoga as Healing Series
Yoga as Healing is a 7-session trauma-informed yoga and mindfulness program hosted by UCSC’s CARE office. Spring Quarter classes will be held Tuesdays, 6:00–7:30 p.m. from March 31–May 12. Classes are free for students. Each class facilitated by CARE Advocate Abbey Wise (she/ella), includes gentle, trauma-informed movement, breathwork, meditation and reflective journaling to support survivors […]
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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Virtual EventApril 8, 2026Research Lunch & Learn: SBIR/STTR
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April 8, 2026Global Cafe: Spring 2026
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April 8, 2026What’s new in AI?
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April 8, 2026Drop-in Figure Drawing
Research Lunch & Learn: SBIR/STTR
Join us on April 8, 2026, 12-1 p.m. for a session led by Benjamin Legum, Director, New Venture Development. Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) grants are offered by most federal agencies to foster the translation of high-tech solutions to commercial applications. This session provides a comprehensive introduction to the federal SBIR/STTR programs […]
Global Cafe: Spring 2026
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 between 14:00 – 16:00 and […]
What’s new in AI?
Lead innovation as a machine learning engineer Want to learn what’s new in AI? Join Praveen Krishna, chair of the Artificial Intelligence Application Development certificate program, in an informal discussion about the AI topic of the month and an open Q&A. You’ll get an insider’s look at what you need to know for where you […]
Drop-in Figure Drawing
Drop-In Draw provides a live model and room monitor. There is no formal lesson and only dry media is allowed (no paints). — 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. — ADMISSION – FREE and […]
Thursday, April 9, 2026
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Hybrid EventApril 9, 2026Ticknor, B. (STAT) – Clustering and Tractable Multivariate Inference for Extremes
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April 9, 2026Survivor Circles: Healing After Trauma
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Virtual EventApril 9, 2026Secret STEM Jobs Panel
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April 9, 2026Get Certified in CPR, First Aid, and AED!
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April 9, 2026“Words That Impress: Creating a Great Résumé & Cover Letter”
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April 9, 2026Understanding & Using Your Syllabus
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April 9, 2026LGBTQIA+ Abroad Series: Intersectionality Abroad: Navigating Your LGBTQIA+ Identity in Your New Community
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April 9, 2026Black on the Block
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April 9, 2026Arts Internship Scholarship Info Session
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April 9, 2026Partners Film Screening
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April 9, 2026AA/PIRC’s Asian Student Coalition Meeting
Ticknor, B. (STAT) – Clustering and Tractable Multivariate Inference for Extremes
Modeling environmental extremes often involves large collections of spatial or temporal records where both clustering similar series and modeling dependence among extremes are challenging tasks. This Ph.D. proposal addresses several related problems in extreme value analysis. In particular, we study how to cluster many time series based on their extremal behavior using strategies defined via […]
Survivor Circles: Healing After Trauma
CARE’s Healing After Trauma survivor circles are an in-person, drop-in space to share and connect on the glimmers & struggles of recovering from harmful sexual experiences. Guided and led by CARE advocates, each week’s session will offer an opportunity to engage with a different alternative healing modality – from sound healing, to art therapy, collective […]
Get Certified in CPR, First Aid, and AED!
Location: Scotts Valley Center Register for the training. This Adult First Aid/CPR/AED blended learning course equips you to recognize and care for various first aid breathing and cardiac emergencies involving adults. It is designed for individuals who need a certification that satisfies OSHA workplace or other regulatory requirements. This class is taught in a blended […]
“Words That Impress: Creating a Great Résumé & Cover Letter”
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 45 minutes, followed by 15 minutes of optional worktime here in our office with coaches to give you brief input.
Understanding & Using Your Syllabus
In this workshop, you will: break down, understand, and use your syllabus as a tool for success. The Successful Slug Workshop series, hosted by Learning Support Services Peer Coaches, are open to all UCSC undergraduate students and focus on academic skills and tools to support your success as a student. At each workshop, you will […]
LGBTQIA+ Abroad Series: Intersectionality Abroad: Navigating Your LGBTQIA+ Identity in Your New Community
Come join Lionel Cantú Queer Resource Center and Global Learning for a pre-departure series on navigating your LGBTQIA+ identities abroad during your upcoming Global Learning program. Register Here Session 1: Intersectionality Abroad: Navigating Your LGBTQIA+ Identity in Your New Community Date: April 9, 2026 Time: 12:00-12:50 p.m. Modality: Zoom Description: Learn more about navigating your LGBTQIA+ identity abroad with Lionel […]
Black on the Block
Join the African American Resource & Cultural Center every Thursday from 1–2 p.m., at the front of the Ethnic Resource Center for Black on the Block, a weekly tabling and engagement space. Stop by to learn about campus resources, upcoming programs, and ways to get involved. It’s a casual, welcoming space to ask questions, make […]
Arts Internship Scholarship Info Session
UC Santa Cruz students are invited to an info session to review the Arts Division’s internship scholarship application process and address frequently asked questions. More information about the scholarship here. — ADMISSION – This event is for currently enrolled UC Santa Cruz Arts Division students only – Attend in person or online – In-person attendance […]
Partners Film Screening
Join the Center for Labor and Community for a free film screening of the documentary, Partners: How Starbucks Baristas Started a Labor Revolution. Following the screening there will be a discussion with unionized Starbucks baristas. RSVP here
AA/PIRC’s Asian Student Coalition Meeting
The Asian American/Pacific Islander Resource Center is holding its Asian Student Coalition’s first meeting open to ALL organizations that work closely with the Asian diaspora! We will have an open discussion on how AA/PIRC can support your org through funding, promoting events, and resources AA/PIRC can provide for you! It will be a great way […]
Friday, April 10, 2026
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April 10, 2026Getting Involved in Your Campus Community
Getting Involved in Your Campus Community
In this workshop, you will: Learn how to get involved with the campus community and how it supports student success. The Successful Slug Workshop series, hosted by Learning Support Services Peer Coaches, are open to all UCSC undergraduate students and focus on academic skills and tools to support your success as a student. At each […]
Saturday, April 11, 2026
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April 11, 2026Younger Lagoon Reserve Tours
Younger Lagoon Reserve Tours
Younger Lagoon Reserve tours are free and open to the public. Space is limited to 18 participants. Call 831-459-3800 or sign-up online. Virtual tours are available online. seymourcenter.ucsc.edu.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
No events on this day.