36 Hours in Santa Cruz: Things to Do and See
As a Bay Area kid, I grew up going on frequent trips to Santa Cruz, from Boardwalk outings with my parents to annual trips with my high school’s marching band to compete in the Santa Cruz Band Review. The city became imbued with wonder and…
All You Need to Know About Slug Points
Ok, so what are Slug Points anyway? Slug Points, each equivalent to $1, function as dining credits that can be used at any UC Santa Cruz dining location, including cafes, dining halls, and on-campus markets. The cost of a meal at the dining hall is…
A Perfect Ten: UCSC’s Residential Colleges
Welcome back to another year at UC Santa Cruz! Here, we’ve rounded up all you need to know about each of our ten unique residential colleges. Cowell College: Founded in 1965 Cowell College, the first college established at UCSC, boasts a sweeping view of Monterey…
Merrill Moat Day: Celebrating the Ethos of Merrill College Through Art and Community
At the heart of Merrill College is the Merrill Moat, a long wall that stands before the Merrill A and B dorms and spans nearly the entirety of the college. It’s not just any blank wall — the Moat is covered with brightly colored murals,…