UCSC Slugcast

As a coffee enthusiast, Jenna is here to walk you through the different places to stop for a caffeine pick-me-up and spaces to study in Santa Cruz. 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...

Jennifer presents information about the UC natural reserve system with a focus on the Younger Lagoon and how students can get involved as interns. [LINKS] Virtual tour: https://ucanr.maps.arcgis.com/apps/MapTour/index.html?appid=7bf4b74490c444068a326c4c89a9a560 Spanish version: https://ucanr.maps.arcgis.com/apps/MapTour/index.html?appid=9e4aa7556bc24951a855cc3bd4f6c473 [MUSIC] 13 Funk-Bright by Ke...

In this episode, Keely talks to Eloise Pickard Smith Gallery's manager Tauna Coulson and her assistant Japleen about their newest exhibition, Sikh Art in America: The Kapany Collection. Music: Late Night Radio by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/7613-late-night-radio License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Disclaimer: Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and...

Tarun covers SHOP which is UCSC's Student Health Outreach and Promotion Program and a destination for information. SHOP is where students can go to learn about health and wellness in a safe, non-judgmental environment. 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...

There's very little info about UCSC's quintuple residence hall rooms online. It's time to change that! In the second part of a two-part series, Kyle explores the experience of being an admin under fire (with Executive Director of Housing Services Dave Keller) and chats with fellow quint inhabitants about what living in one of these rooms is REALLY like. [MUSIC] "Afternoon Tea" by Mona Wonderlick "...

Jennifer explores the different housing options: on-campus (both dorms and apartments), off-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 i...

In this first part of a series, Isabel explores El Centro, UCSC's Chicanx and Latinx Resource Center. They discuss the different resources, student organizations associated with El Centro. Song: Afternoon Tea 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...

Still haven't figured out the bus routes? Kyle (somehow) has! Join him as he bus-hops around Santa Cruz, explaining each route and recording the journey to better help students navigate campus and the surrounding community. 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 introduces his library series starting on the first floor. What's up with the new Cafe? What do the 1st-floor stacks hold? Sit back and relax and explore McHenry through a sonic experience. Music Cred: "Needless to Say" by Ketsa "At The Restaurant" by Monolog Rockstars Disclaimer: Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast s...

We've all heard the outrage over UCSC's two-year-old decision to start housing students in quintuple residence hall rooms. But what's the real story here? In the first part of a two-part series, Kyle talks with Executive Director of Housing Services Dave Keller to explore how and why the decision was made. Disclaimer: Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our stu...

Jenna gives students updates and changes for UCSC's winter quarter regarding returning to in-person, vaccine-booster requirements, and COVID testing information. Links: https://slugstrong.ucsc.edu/reporting-covid/covid-tracking/ music: https://elements.envato.com/podcast-GKBNYRP https://elements.envato.com/podcast-intro-logo-GAS336K Disclaimer: Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Succ...

Sharan interviews old Slugcaster Cynthia to hear about what it is like being an RA. She also quickly gives some information on the upcoming RA application. Applications: https://ches.ucsc.edu/student-leaders/ Song: Afternoon Tea by Mona Wonderlick Disclaimer: Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of i...

In this first episode of a more extended series, Gwen introduces some helpful mindfulness and mental health resources available to UCSC students. At the end of the episode, she leads a short breathing exercise for grounding and introspection. Music Credits: "Afternoon Tea" by Mona Wonderlick Disclaimer: Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters...

Sharan explains the importance of getting the booster. She then explains how UCSC students can get their boosters on or off-campus, and all other relevant information. UCSC booster info: https://healthcenter.ucsc.edu/services/covid-19/covid-vaccine.html Music: Afternoon Tea by Mona WonderlickLose your Head by Eggy ToastMotherless Child by Dee Yan-Key License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...

While graffiti has a stereotype for being a form of vandalism and is attributed to delinquency- Ismael Illescas wants to show how this art form is hugely tied to culture, history, and passion.

Sharan explains the benefits of joining the UCSC Slug Mentor Network and the uses of having a mentor or being a mentor. https://studentsuccess.ucsc.edu/what-we-do/slug-mentor-program/index.html First Song: Red Sky by Dee Yan-Kee Second Song: Happy Swing by Serge Quadrado Third Song: Gloomy Sky by Dee Yan-Kee Song License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode

Nick takes a look at the wonderful Navigate Slug Success app which allows students to make appointments with their advisors easier, and from their phones. Link for students with academic hold: https://healthcenter.ucsc.edu/services/immunizations.html External Use Credits: Music: Afternoon Tea (extended) by Mona Wonderlick Rolex by RYYZN SFX: FM Radio Tuning Sweep by davidbain Neon Lamp, Switch on,...

Recently UCSC announced that College 10 would be renamed John R. Lewis College after the congressman and civil rights activist.

The Cowell Coffee Shop is free. You should know that and definitely visit. Sharan gives the rundown on the Cowell Coffee Shop. Cowell Coffee Shop: For the Peoples Song: 14 Incremental-Fascism by Shaolin DubSong License: Creative Commons — Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International — CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

If you're a graduate student looking for social events tailored for grads as well as professional development opportunities for all majors, the Graduate Student Commons is the place for you. Listen as David breaks down the many resources of the GSC. Graduate Student Commons link: https://gradcommons.ucsc.edu/

Sharan explains the new partnership between On The Margins and UCSC. She then explains how students can take advantage of the new free-of-charge services. Individual Coaching Sessions: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/60ac8ab1ecc0f7435c11446d/t/60ca30365e3b0418f0fb8b01/1623863357609/Coaching+Services.pdf BIPOC Healing Circles: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/60ac8ab1ecc0f7435c11446d/t...

As winter approaches UCSC is requiring students to receive their influenza vaccination by 11/19/21. But where can students and staff get their shot and why is it so important?

Nick tells you about a great website with tons of UCSC resources all in one place called Keep Learning. Academic Hold info: https://healthcenter.ucsc.edu/services/immunizations.html Keep Learning info: https://keeplearning.ucsc.edu/ External Sources: Music: Afternoon Tea (extended) by Mona Wonderlick SFX: jungle by spiid Jungle Choco 01.wav by jaime enrique 05893 bush walking lp.wav by Robinhood76...

Nick roasts himself in the quizzes for the You@College app. Find out more about it in this episode of the daily slug. Music and Sound Credit: Drone Horror Music 03 by: Magmi. Soundtracks Elayun by Cretayu Antidote by Ketsa SOS by Ketsa

There are many academic opportunities at UC Santa Cruz, but the College Scholars Program is an excellent way for over-achieving first years to challenge themselves. Jenna explores how the College Scholars Program is a perfect opportunity for students. Link here: https://honors.ucsc.edu/honors-programs/college-scholars/spring-start.html