UCSC Slugcast

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

Sharan gives a quick rundown on what the Slug Tech Program is, and how to get involved if you need access to technology. Slug Tech: https://deanofstudents.ucsc.edu/slug-support/program/slug-tech-program.html Email: deanofstudents@ucsc.edu Phone Number: 831-459-4446 Song: Just-Because by Ketsa Song License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/legalcode

When should a student go to the financial aid office? In this episode, Nick highlights what the financial aid office does, and why that matters to students. Music: Everything Will Be Okay by Beau Walker https://soundcloud.com/beauwalkermusic Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Track Name: "Blue Boi" Music By: LAKEY INSPIRED @ https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired L...

This effort to financially support undergrad and graduate students is a fantastic opportunity that students at UCSC should take advantage of, so who’s eligible and what else is in this Initiative package?

Sharan gives a brief history lesson on all eight UCSC alumni Pulitzer Prize Winners that touches on their unique backgrounds and accomplishments.

Kyle, with the help of its current president, Peggy Pollard, explores the mission of the University Interfaith Council, a collaborative assembly of on-campus religious organizations. [LINKS] https://www.ucscuic.org/ https://www.instagram.com/ucsc_uic/ [MUSIC] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3PCPyggkUI Kimochii by Mona Wonderlick https://soundcloud.com/monawonderlick Creative Commons — Attribution...

Here's part two of our interview with Izzy Connor, rhythmic gymnastics pro and (thus far) the first UCSC student to compete in the Olympics! Sharan and Kyle talk with her about mental health, rediscovering one's identity, and Big Life Decisions.

You might have heard of Slug Support before but what exactly is it? David meets with Betty Desta to learn more about the new Graduate Student Case Manager as well as all the benefits and services Slug Support offers for all students.

Sharan learns about what the UCDC program is. She also goes over what is needed to apply and all important dates. UCDC website: https://www.ucdc.edu/uc-washington-center-home UCDC Account Creation: https://sis.ucdc.edu/user UCSC UCDC webpage: https://globallearning.ucsc.edu/deadlines/ucdc.html Song: Way-to-West by Ketsa Song License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-

New students: feel like you're missing out on cool happenings around campus? Worried you're not doing enough to meet new people, try new things, have new experiences? Kyle, with some help from a friend, takes a measured look at this tricky (and not always rational) feeling. [LINKS] https://caps.ucsc.edu/ https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/0146167217727496 [MUSIC] https://audionautix.com http...

How do you balance being a Slug and an Olympian? We're glad you asked! Meet Izzy Connor, rhythmic gymnast extraordinaire (and, thus far, the only UCSC student who's ever had to answer this question). Sharan and Kyle chat with her about UCSC, her journey through gymnastics, and those weird cardboard beds they used in Tokyo this year.

Discover Facebook Campus with Jenna , the new place for university students to connect with one another through the familiar Facebook app.

Sharan teaches everyone about all the official clubs and organizations at UCSC and so briefly mentions a small description ALL THE ORGS: https://someca.ucsc.edu/organizations/2020-2021-organizations.html Song: Please Don't Go by Hogshill Blues Band Song License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/legalcode

Food insecurity impacts thousands of students on college campuses across the nation. In this episode, Jenna introduces UCSC's new Redwood Free Market, which is hoping to help those students with their new food pantry.

If you've ever wondered whether you should look into employment, whether on-campus or off-campus, Kyle's here to help! Tune in for a quick demo on the ER System and Handshake, two UCSC-hosted employment management tools that will bring exciting opportunities right to your doorstep.

At the start of the pandemic UCSC staff member, Michael Luttrell, stepped up to keep UCSC staff and students safe and healthy. Luttrell’s ability to navigate the university through this pandemic, and his continued work with the Student Health Center, has been invaluable to the start of opening up campus. Recently his work has lead to him winning the outstanding staff award.