UCSC Slugcast

Are you scared about moving to a whole new town? Don't worry, college can be a super overwhelming time but with today's episode, Xochitl with the help of other students, will give you some insight to help that transition!

Join Xochitl in learning about the fundamentals that went into building Oakes College!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Towards the end of every quarter thousands of students start to lose focus on their mental health and wellbeing to spend more time on their finals. We all know this is unhealthy but a lot of us don't really know how else to cope with the stress. Luckily Crown College's new course "Theory and Practices for a Purposeful Life" aims to help with that and it's getting rave reviews!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

David is back breaking down the class he is teaching this summer. HIS39G is in Session 1, and will cover all things oral history. From interviewing to making podcasts like this one. Check out the link to the course website, and listen to David talk about the class he designed from the ground up.Class Website: https://sites.google.com/ucsc.edu/his39g/homeSponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

This episode plows through all one needs to know about rock climbing in Santa Cruz. Slugcaster Ben Ruef hosts two collegiate-national competitors in the sport of climbing who are also students at UCSC for an exciting and thorough discussion around climbing, with a focus on the local climbing scene and the SC Climbing Club.Check them out on Instagram:@Devin.Shende@OscarLuthjeFind the Santa Cruz Climbing Club on Instagram:@SantaCruz_ClimbsSponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Kresge College is undergoing renovations! That doesn't stop Kresge from being so unique! In today's episode, Mia talks to Kresge affiliates to hear their thoughts on the college."Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Join us today as Natti & Cameron from the Title IX office walk us through Title IX and their events on campus as they spread awareness about how to stay safe!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

This podcast features a fun, intimate, light-hearted, and diverse conversation between slugcaster Ben and Kiya of the UCSC Adventure Recreation program. They dive into details about the 'Rec' program as well as what it means to have balance as part of the UC Santa Cruz experience.Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Join us to get to know about 10 potentially new facts about UC Santa Cruz!Music: bensound.comLicense code: LA7DJXXSVYN1S7JG

UC AFT librarian contract with Ali NortonIn today's episode we learn about UC AFT, what it is, how it works, and who is involved! With an interview with Alix Norton who is a librarian at UCSC!

David kicks off season 13 with a recap of the end of last quarter. Get ready for all new episodes starting Wednesday of this week. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Check out our last episode of the quarter as David looks back on our previous season. (Re-Uploaded from previous glitch)Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Learn more about the numerous plants and animals here on the UCSC campus with your host Maia! She talks about a whole bunch of critters and biolife that you most likely see everyday!"Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Xochitl is back! Today let's talk about how a service animal might be beneficial for you and what steps you can take to have a service or emotional support animal.Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Mchenry Library is one of our campus’ most beloved facilities but do you know how it got to be so famous? Join us today as Jeremy talks about the history of Mchenry Library and how it developed from fiction to fact!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Hey slugs! Come join Maia as she talks about some super rad intergalactic black hole research going on currently at UCSC in this new episode of Science Weekly"Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

In this Episode, Devin sits down and talks with the UCSC Underground Scholars , who are students that are formerly incarcerated or system-impacted students. For more information their website is https://undergroundscholars.ucsc.edu/ or reach them via Instagram at @undergroundcholarsucsc.Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

In this experimental episode, slugcaster Ben takes you through an audio-sensory journey aiming to exemplify how the forest is used by many as a way to cleanse the psyche during times of stress and to connect with nature.Music in this podcast by the wonderful Chantress Seba:https://open.spotify.com/artist/4oTzhtimVVQIgOofBNFVp4https://www.youtube.com/@ChantressSebaMusic Used in this Podcast is not being used for profitSponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Join us in this friendly and engaging episode as we go through the process of declaring your major. If you are a frosh, or a junior transfer, this is an episode for you!Podcast Music: (All copyright free)Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Rooftop Sunsets by Alexey Anisimov https://tunetank.com/track/5412-rooftop-sunsets/Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

On this episode of SlugCast , Devin sits down and talks to the President and Vice President of the student parent organization as they discuss some of the resources that student parents at UCSC have at their disposal, along with some of the hardships that student parents face while trying to gain a higher education. The link for the student parent page for UCSC is https://stars.ucsc.edu/community/student-parent-page.htmlSponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Hey everyone! Xochitl is back with another episode! Today we talk about UCSC's involvement with the next-generation telescope alignment system that will help us learn more about the cosmos!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Learn about how much of an impact tree-planting campaigns have and how professors at UCSC are helping educate communities on how to sustain tree-planting campaigns! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Sick of the dining hall? wanna change it up a bit? Natti is back to show you some resources on campus where you can get food on campus including free food!CORRECTION: Cantu is now (temporarily) located on the third floor of Bay TreeSponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

What do you get when you mix Clark Kerr, an enormously influential educator and former president of the UC system, with a group of politically radical UCSC students? In the final part of a two-part series, Kyle takes us back to an infamous afternoon in 1969 to find out.Sources UsedSponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

David sits down with Audries Blake, Assistant Director of Community Relations at UCSC. David and Audries met at the Live Oak Farmer's Market by chance and it won't take you long to realize why she is the perfect person to build relations in the community. Enjoy! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

On this episode of SlugCast ,Devin Explores the STARS Transition Mentor Program by sitting down and talking with the Transition Mentor Program coordinator and the Lead Transition Mentor to find out how UCSC has a program meant for transfer students . They provide advice in overcoming obstacles and help with the transition to a four-year University. The link for the UCSC Transition Mentor Webpage https://stars.ucsc.edu/about-us/transition-mentors-page.html  Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

It’s 1969, and a LOT is happening – including some pretty important things at UC Santa Cruz. In the first part of a two part series, Kyle tells the tale of UCSC’s fourth year in existence, featuring (among other things) a restraining order between a Chancellor and the entire student body, a building occupation, and the arrival of Clark Kerr – educator, dreamer, and spiritual founder of UCSC – on the eve of commencement.Sources UsedSponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

This short episode will give you the basic information about “Research Experiences for Undergraduates”, a creation of the National Science Foundation.  These programs are highly recommended to undergrads looking to dive into research.  Applications for summer programs are soon, so take a quick listen to see if you want to apply.Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Hey Slugs! Join Maia in this short but interesting episode of Science Weekly where she talks about an impressive biotech innovation!!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Graduation is one of the most important events for many undergrad students so let's make sure that it goes as smoothly as possible. Join Jeremy as he talks about everything you need to know if you're graduating in the 2023-2024 academic year!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

 Ever wonder what's going on at Porter College? Let's find out! Today Mia interviews Porter affiliates and goes through everything you need to know about Porter! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Join us in this insightful episode of Slugcast, hosted by Joey. Delve into the exciting world of internships and competitions tailored for UCSC students, showcasing a range of opportunities that span from innovative IT projects to policy internships.Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Learn about the intriguing concept of bird friendship with your host Maia in this new episode of Science Weekly!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Xochitl is back with another food resource at UCSC, The Redwood Free Market. An amazing budget-friendly food option that helps students stay fueled!Song:Blue Boi by LAKEY INSPIREDSponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

In this episode, Ben invites UCSC surf team co-captain Walker Mayer to discuss how slugs can best become a part of the local surf scene in Santa Cruz. They discuss where to go if you’re a beginner, how to be respectful to other local surfers, why surfing is such a big deal in Santa Cruz, and much more.Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Thinking of applying to become an RA? Here are some tips and tricks to get you started! We also tackle some frequently asked questions as Natti walks you through the process joined this week by Tim the CRE at Porter. Application is due on handshake on January 28th!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Hi Slugs! Today Xochitl is talking about the Cowell Coffee Shop! A great place to study, get food, and more!Song used:Ketsa - no chancesSponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Join us in this friendly and engaging episode as we explore the exciting clubs at Baskin Engineering, featuring the amazing new creatorspace, Slugworks! Whether you're curious about joining a club or just want to hear about the cool things happening at Slugworks, this is the perfect episode for you. Come along and let's dive into the fun and camaraderie of Baskin Engineering's club scene!Podcast Music: (All copyright free)Sunshine Bliss by Top-Flow-ProductionSunrise Groove by Top-Flow-ProductionSponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Devin talks to attendees of the conference about their experience being a part of the Student Veterans of America and what were some of the takeaways that they experienced at the conference. The episode also talks about valuable information leared from the Conference and showing the importance of community. It also shows the perspective of a veteran student and a student whose parent is a veteran. More info at: https://stars.ucsc.edu/veteran/Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

The Humanities Institute is one of those organizations at UCSC that often goes unrecognized for all of the work they do. They have a hand in a lot of campus events and are always providing students to programs to get involved in. They enthrall student readers with the Deep Read program and work with other departments to help bring speakers and artists to Santa Cruz. In this episode, Jeremy dives into the Humanities Institute, some of the work they do, and what you should know before their 2024 Deep Read program!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

In this episode David highlights some of the new exciting changes to Slugcast this year! Welcome back!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

David is back to recap the Fall quarter and announce some exciting changes to Slugcast starting in Winter 2024. See you next year!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

This episode has Jeremy talking about the Blum Center and some news about basic needs research! A grant from the office of the president puts UCSC at the forefront of a new basic needs research program that connects all the UCs.Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Ecological Innovation!!! Join Maia for this week's episode of Science Weekly where she talks about huge innovations for the ecological and biological fields of science!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

David is back to promote three new upcoming history courses. Oral history is becoming increasingly popular here at UCSC since it emphasizes history projects geared toward the public. Cameron Vanderscoff, UCSC alum and independent oral historian, History Professor Kat Gutierrez, and David, a History Phd Candidate, are teaching stand-alone oral history courses. However, there is a recommended order in taking all three if you want to learn foundational knowledge about oral history, oral history through a public research initiative, and podcasting and oral history. Listen in to learn more about the upcoming courses being offered in Winter 2024, Spring 2024, and Summer Session.Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Notorious for the steep hike up, Merrill College has a lot to offer. With the theme of "Cultural Identities and Global Consciousness" in mind, let's learn about Merrill and check out what affiliates love about it!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Hey Slugs! Join Maia in this astronomically special episode of Science Weekly all about the James Webb Space Telescope!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

"Science Weekly with your host Maia is here! Find out about recent genetic discoveries made thanks to a special heroic sled dog that you might recognize!"Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Some projects are brewing in the basement of Baskin Engineering Building 1. Thanks to the new Slugworks creative space, students of all majors have access to all sorts of tools and technical resources that they can use for their projects. Join Jeremy as he talks about what this means for arts on campus!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

David visits the Veteran Resource Center on campus and sits down with some of the student workers to learn more about what it has to offer. There are also some events happening this week for the Veterans Day Holiday.Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.