UCSC Slugcast

Jennifer explores UCSC’s Climate Coalition and their first annual climate conference. Learn about how you can get involved in their climate efforts and what they hope to bring attention to at UCSC regarding climate! Resources: https://rachelcarson.ucsc.edu/academics/Minor/Index.html https://pocsc.ucsc.edu/resources/upper-div-courses.html https://pocsc.ucsc.edu/resources/lower-div-courses.html http...

Do you know what prescribed fires are? Tune in to learn more! [Goats Ep! ]( https://open.spotify.com/episode/0RlQzdshil4kFz7nTKPgsZ?si=f3fa69a385a2434d "‌") Disclaimer: 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 spe...

Isabel talks about three underrated activities to do off-campus in Santa Cruz during the fall. Disclaimer: 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...

Are you into nature? Jennifer gives us a tour of the Año Nuevo reserve, where you can experience amazing views and animals. Disclaimer: 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 o...

Slugcast podcasters hang out outside and converse with each other about daily life as UCSC students. In addition, the podcasters chat with UCSC community members and ask them about the best part of their day. Disclaimer: 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 an...

David gives a snapshot of the writing center, where students get help with all stages of writing. Disclaimer: 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 imp...

What is Slug Support? Isabel explains this wonderful resource available to students. Disclaimer: 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 endorse...

In this episode, Gwen explores why we have cows on campus. Disclaimer: 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...

Laptop kiosks are now available at both McHenry and Science and Engineering libraries. In this episode, Jennifer walks us through how the laptop kiosk works. Disclaimer: 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 sp...

Let’s look into how UCSC is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and what that means for Hispanic/Latinx and non-Hispanic/Latinx students. Jennifer, highlights the excellent Hispanic/Latinx clubs and organizations on campus. Disclaimer: 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 th...

Gwen gives a quick snapshot of the Santa Cruz Board Walk- where students and community members can enjoy the amusement park, entertainment, and fabulous beach.

It’s National Transfer Week! So let’s look at STARS, or Services for Transfer and Re-entry Students, their resources, and the greater community available to transfer students. Let’s also hear from some Transition Mentors about STARS and the greater transfer and re-entry student community. During National Transfer Week, STARS is holding an event this Friday, October 21st. Check them out on Instagra...

In honor of Latinx heritage month, Isabel starts a series on influential Latinx alumni and professors at UCSC. This episode focuses on bestselling author Reyna Grande and her time at UCSC, plus her success after graduating. Disclaimer: 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 th...

David interviews Rebecca Hernandez, the former director of UC Santa Cruz’s American Indian Resource Center (AIRC), who is now the university’s first community archivist. Disclaimer: 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 th...

Isabel explains how the loop bus works on campus. Disclaimer: 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 rep...

David provides quick tips on TAing for graduate students. 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 represe...

Field Work is a common way in Anthropology to get experience doing research. Gwen retells her experience in a primatology field school in Costa Rica. Disclaimer: 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 al...

Jenna covers the various student orgs on campus. Disclaimer: 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 repr...

Are you going into your last year at UCSC as an undergraduate? Gwen chats about manifesting a great senior year. Disclaimer: 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 progr...

Jenna breaks down their experience of applying to graduate school and walks you through the application process. Disclaimer: 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 progr...

David talks about the Graduate Student Commons, a resource for graduate students. link: https://gradcommons.ucsc.edu/ disclaimer: 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...

UC Santa Cruz named No. 2 public university for ‘making an impact' in the Princeton Review. Link: https://news.ucsc.edu/2022/06/princeton-public-impact.html Disclaimer: 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 spe...

Gwen gives her advice on what clothes to bring to UCSC in order to keep you stylish and comfortable. Disclaimer: 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...

David gives tips for incoming graduate students and thinking about future research! Disclaimer: 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 endorsem...

In this finale episode, Gwen briefly reflects on the year and introduces our listeners to the next season of Slugcast airing throughout the summer. Disclaimer: 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 alon...