Cookies, Chancellors and Conversations
The University House opened its doors last Wednesday night as students were given the opportunity to voice their concerns to UC Santa Cruz administrators at the “Appetizers with Administrators” event. Presented by the Student Union Assembly (SUA) Office of External Affairs, the event brought together...
Letting Life Flow Naturally
Dating back to 2700 B.C., massaging — first used by ancient civilizations such as the Chinese and Egyptians, and then adopted to become the Swedish massage — continues to be the most widely practiced bodywork technique. While a Swedish massage relaxes and soothes the client...
Boundless Education in India
UC Santa Cruz’s central administration has taken the lead in an international creation. Special advisor to the Chancellor for International Initiatives (SACII) Anu Luther said with UCSC Chancellor George Blumenthal seeking to raise UCSC’s international profile and to support faculty, students and programs interested in...
How Plants Get Dirty
Somewhere in Australia, a Cryptostylis orchid is about to trick an unsuspecting wasp into getting down and dirty with it. Pseudocopulation, where a plant has evolved to resemble a certain insect in order to hoodwink others of the same species into having (pseudo)sex with it,...
Not Just a Box of Chocolates
An alternative to chocolate, carob thrived for over four millenia and continues to grow in Santa Cruz
Loving One’s Self, Mind, Body and Soul
A variety of classes and groups offered through UCSC promote students emotional well-being and self-acceptance.
Creating Conversation, Providing Consolation
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, this is a time when many students reflect on their love lives and whether or not they’re in a healthy relationship. Those who are unsure may want to seek out UC Santa Cruz’s Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS).
A Safe Place to Discuss Safe Sex
An exploration of college, sex, and how to go about protecting one’s self if sexually active. UCSC’s Student Health Outreach and Promotion (SHOP) provides tremendous amount and quality of resources and information for those curious about gaining optimal sexual experiences in college.
The Struggle Against Expansion
Santa Cruz Forest Keepers launch their first meeting in opposition of UCSC’s Long Range Development Plan.
Blumenthal Talks UCSC’s Future
Chancellor visits SUA for Q&A and addresses student issues and strategic planning