UCSC Slugcast

David returns to welcome us to the new year with some exciting new updates! 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 e...

In this special episode, David explores the creation of a new website for the city of Santa Cruz by history Ph. D. candidate Linda Ulbrich. By choosing a unique interactive timeline and revisiting the history of Santa Cruz through archives and community leaders, Ulbrich's work will serve as a resource for all those interested in the past of the place we call home. Listen to learn more. City Websit...

Where has the time gone? David checks in one last time in 2025 as we look forward to the upcoming break and Winter Quarter. 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 progra...

This important re-run covers food resources on campus for all students! Don't miss 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 th...

Exams are always going to be around. Especially when you’re a student at a UC in the quarter system. In today’s episode Maria goes over her personal tips and tricks for battling exam fatigue. 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 speak...

Do you have a quarter you like more then others? For Maria her favorite is winter. Listen to todays episode where Maria will announce her final ranking of the quarters at Santa Cruz. 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 t...

Graduate school has many ups and downs. David reflects on his final year at UCSC and the journey so far. 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...

Choosing a major for the rest of your life is hard and terrifying. For our very own podcast host Maria, this was very much the case when she started at UCSC. In this week’s episode Maria dives into what it takes to choose a major, and how to get past any doubts or fears when choosing a major. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slug...

Slugcast is back for another episode! This week Maria talks about her personal doubts and fears when looking into the possibility of graduate school. 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 thei...

David is back from Atlanta! Hear what it's like to visit an academic conference and why graduate students and professors make the effort to attend them. 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 t...

In this week’s episode Maria talks about the myths of college students and their timeline leading up to graduation. This episode is your reminder that YOU are not behind and your journey as a slug has just started. 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 opin...

Join former Slugcast host, Maia, for yet another episode where she shares some cool facts, tips, and personal experiences on the science of being a college student. Tune in! 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 th...

Welcome back for another episode of Slugcast! In this episode Maria goes through all the ways to get around campus. From loop buses, to biking, or even walking through Oakes path there are so many fun ways to explore 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 view...

Join former Slugcast host, Maia, as she shares some tips and busts some UCSC myths in the form of a little virtual care package to the new baby banana slugs! 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...

David is back to kick off a new year of Slugcast with some important updates! 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...

David is here to wrap up our 16th season! Take a listen to all our accomplishments for the year! We'll be on pause for the summer but be sure to catch up on any episodes you might have missed! 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 spea...

Hey Slugs! Join your host, Maia, for her final episode where she draws a close to her time here with Slugcast. Tune in! 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 do...

Join Maia in her last episode of Science Weekly as she breaks down “Selfish” genes called introners that may be rewriting evolution, jumping between species and shaping genome complexity in ways we’re only beginning to understand. Tune in! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be awar...

Z breaks down Habeas Corpus and the role it plays in our everyday lives. 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 enti...

Check out this special re-run as Mia explores Merrill College

Interested in studying abroad? Maia covers everything you need to know! 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 entit...

Last year, Jeremy did a deep dive on the history of the library in this fascinating episode! 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...

As incoming transfers and Freshman plan for next year, check out this re-run about things to know about our 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 n...

New episode of Science Weekly! Join your host, Maia, and meet Ronan, the sea lion with better rhythm than most humans. Her head bobs are scientifically on beat, and changing what we know about animal cognition. Tune in!! 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...

Check out this episode where Mia explores Merrill 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 repres...