Campus Life
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Undergraduate Colleges
UC Santa Cruz undergraduates are affiliated with one of 10 colleges, vibrant living communities that enhance the intellectual and social life of the campus.
Activities & Organizations
Student Organization Advising and Resources (SOAR) is dedicated to the success of UCSC's campus-wide student organizations and government.
Campus Calendars
The Campus Events Calendar is the place to go for the latest information on myriad activities, events, lectures, and performances on campus.
Athletics & Fitness
The goal of UCSC's physical education and recreation program is to introduce as many students as possible to lifelong physical activities.
Principles of Community
UC Santa Cruz is committed to promoting and protecting an environment that values and supports every person in an atmosphere of civility, honesty, cooperation, professionalism and fairness.
University news
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January 13, 2022
Merrill College courses offer opportunity to learn about Africa, develop global connections
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January 10, 2022
UCSC selects Akirah J. Bradley-Armstrong as vice chancellor for Student Affairs and Success
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January 6, 2022
Undergraduate Pearl Ibeanusi wins national scholarship in honor of late U.S. Rep. Patsy Takemoto Mink
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About UCSC
UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the intimacy of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university.
Academic Divisions
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The Colleges
UCSC residential learning colleges provide students with academic support, activities, and events that enhance the intellectual and social life of the campus.
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