UCSC Slugcast

In this episode, Sharan gives a quick overview of all of the programs within UCSC's Educational Opportunity Programs. She first explains who qualifies as an EOP student, and how to appeal for eligibility. Then for students who qualify, she gives a summary of the different programs and how to get more involved. EOP Website Song: Slice of Sun by Ketsa ( https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/...

In this episode, Kyle and Cantú Center director, Travis S. Becker work together to explore the idea of questioning one's sexuality or gender identity, as well as to answer the question: can you still participate in the LGBTQ+ community if you're questioning? Spoiler alert: yes!

In this episode, Sereena lets listeners in on how they can study and intern abroad...from home! Due to the worldwide pandemic, many study abroad programs have been put on hold. However, UCSC Global Learning and their partner Absolute Internship are here to help. Learn about what Global Learning and Absolute Internship (along with other UCSC study abroad programs) can offer you. Also, get some insi...

One of the biggest challenge of being a student is managing and budgeting your food, especially for those who live off campus! Savannah and Frances explore tips for keeping a healthy but cheap diet, including an overview of CalFresh, and an interview with a student cook. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free exp...

Knowing how much you can spend on Housing and where to find that housing for students is a challenge. In this episode Nick explores where to find all the information you need, how to calculate how much can go towards a house, how to balance a simple budget, and where to find housing at student prices. Links: Spreadsheet Link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Jmq2Y7yD-g-0pnk-Bm4rcvXowd99SyiV...

It's David back with Slugcast, here to share information about the #DoubleThePell Campaign. Did you know that 7 million students benefit from the federal grant yet it only covers roughly 25% of college costs? Learn about a growing movement to encourage congress to double the amount of the grant and help more students pay for college.

Jenna speaks with Christine Hong to learn more about the new minor and program under Critical Race and Ethnic Studies. They discuss the history of the department and why it is important that these classes are available to students. https://cres.ucsc.edu/

In this episode, Frances and Savannah will talk updates regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. We've experienced a traumatic year and a half, so the two delve into what is currently going on with the virus and try to break it down in the simplest, least overwhelming way possible. Resources: - Health Center

We're all excited about move-in day -- but, when September 16th arrives, are you sure you know what to do? Kyle , with the assistant director of College Student Life, Guadalupe Peña, sets up a one-stop-shop for all things move-in day: what to do, when to do it, and where to go if you need extra help (Plus there's a radio drama, because why not?).

In this episode, Alyce continues her conversation with UCSC alumna and documentary filmmaker Melanie Dang Ho about her film sống ở đây, which was recently recognized by the International Documentary Association. In this first part of the interview, Alyce and Melanie talk water -- as a vessel of memory and fluidity -- as well as the unanswered questions that the film has left her with.

With so many new students, Nick thought it would be helpful to highlight some of his favorite spots from around town. Nick covers Zachary's breakfast, Taqueria Vallarta, Pizza My Heart, Kianti's Pizza and Pasta Bar, and Abbot Square Market. Songs : Another Trick Up My Sleeve (Instrumental) by Forget the Whale ROYALTY FREE Salsa Background Music / Latin Music Royalty Free by MUSIC4VIDEO Surf Music...

As a third year transfer student who started UCSC during the pandemic, Sereena hasn't yet gotten to experience campus or Santa Cruz at all. Sereena talks to her friends Sam, Morgan, and Maggie who have all just recently graduated from UCSC to find out about the best dining halls, secret study places, hidden gems, and local spots to help other new students get more familiar with the community. Spon...

In this episode of the Wellness Check Series, Diego dives into what it means to be spiritually connected (regardless of beliefs) and discusses relating topics with Slugcaster Cynthia Ordonez . Resources : Be Spiritually Connected: https://healthcenter.ucsc.edu/wellness/spirit.html Healthy Campus: https://healthycampus.ucsc.edu/focus-areas/spiritual/index.html

In this episode, Frances learns about the Cove, which is UCSC's addiction and recovery information center. She discusses resources you can turn to when questioning your relationship to drugs and alcohol, as well as where students in recovery can go to learn and grow with other students in the same boat. Check out the Cove's website here: https://shop.ucsc.edu/students-in-recovery/thecove.html

Surprise, surprise: rising sophomores are now on the priority list! In this on-campus housing update, Kyle summarizes the new policy and points students who might still be unprioritized in the right direction.

As someone who started the pandemic as a college freshman and is now returning as a senior, there are a lot of experiences Jenna needs to fit into a short amount of time. Jenna looks into what she wants to accomplish before her time at UCSC is up. https://linktr.ee/jhards

In this episode, Alyce speaks with UCSC alumna and documentary filmmaker Melanie Dang Ho about her film sống ở đây, which was recently recognized by the International Documentary Association. In this first part of the interview, Dang Ho speaks to theorizations of hidden labor and racial capitalism, as well as personal family and cultural histories wound in the film, which tells the stories of Viet...

Ben had such a good time the first time, they decided to do it again. For this episode, sit down with KZSC DJ and electronic music producer DJ Saratonin to talk about music, creating art in quarantine, and mental health. 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...

Are you interested in helping your environment, whether on campus or back home? Today Adrian is interviewing interviewing some members of the Student Environmental Center. Join me and learn more about their mission statement, their efforts to help the environment and how they are implementing sustainability at UCSC through student projects. Resources : Website: http://enviroslug-sec.org Instagram:...

In this episode of the Sustainability Series, Diego continues the conversation about carbon footprints by considering how food systems, such as seafood producers and UCSC Dining Halls, will continue to advance sustainable meals. Links : Sustainable Seafood: https://news.ucsc.edu/2021/04/tuna-carbon-footprint.html Green Purchasing: https://financial.ucsc.edu/Pages/Purchasing_GreenPurchasing.aspx#gr...

In this episode, Sharan explores the officially recognized student government here at UCSC. We learn about their role here on campus. We also learn what resources, opportunities, and ways to get involved they have. Resources: SUA Parliamentarian: suaparli@ucsc.edu SUA Website: https://sua.ucsc.edu/index.htmlSUA Internships: https://sua.ucsc.edu/involved/sua-internships.html

In this episode of SlugCast, Alyce speaks on the annual Strawberry and Justice Festival held online on May 20th featuring music and a panel of speakers. Highlighted in this episode are Irene Juarez O'Connell, who spoke on farmworker labor conditions their organization Campesinx Wombcare Project, and James Nakahara, who spoke about their heritage and his work at Kitchen Table Advisors. For the full...

Are you thinking of being a Game Designer? Where do I start, or what is like being a game designer proposed major? No worries, in this episode, Adrian interviews Modesto Amador, a senior game design major at UCSC. He is here to give us a better insight at this major and what to expect as you all take on this journey to become game designers. Resources: Ace: https://ace.science.ucsc.edu MSI: https:...

Are you an incoming graduate student? Check out this podcast for some insight from David into your last summer before starting graduate school and how to succeed in your first quarter at UCSC.

Frances interviews Emma Forbes, the Broadcast Coordinator from SCTV, or Student Cable Television. This UCSC org encompasses two other film production orgs, including FPC (Film Production Coalition) and OTS (On The Spot). Learn what SCTV is and how to get involved in media making on campus. Maybe you can even start your own film organization! Their Instagram is @SCTV_media and their YouTube and Vim...