Head to the Oakes Learning Center for games, costume contests, and the chilling Fright Walk—plus meet campus resource centers along the way! 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, […]
Explore Our New Collaborative Spaces in Oakes College! We’re excited to welcome you to the newly expanded spaces in the Oakes Academic Building, now home to a vibrant community of Social Sciences research centers and programs. Connect with colleagues from the Institute for Social Transformation, the Center for Labor and Community, the Right Livelihood Center, […]
Oakes and Rachel Carson Colleges, in collaboration with UCSC Dining, present Pop Music Around the World – KPop Demon Hunters. Join us Wednesday, December 3, from 5–8 p.m. at the Rachel Carson/Oakes Dining Hall for a night of pop music, fun, community, and a special themed menu. Standard dining hall entry pricing applies, and all […]
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 […]
Oakes and Rachel Carson Colleges, in collaboration with UCSC Dining, present Made By Human Hands. Join us Wednesday, March 11, from 5–8 p.m. at the Rachel Carson/Oakes Dining Hall for a night of fun, community, and a special themed menu. Standard dining hall entry pricing applies, and all students, faculty, and staff are invited. Please […]