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The Humanities Institute is a place for ______ and implementing new visions for the Humanities.
The Humanities Institute is a place for ______ and implementing new visions for the Humanities.
theorizing
The THI supports ______ and collaborative research projects.
The THI supports ______ and collaborative research projects.
individual
Anjali R. Arondekar received the Alan Bray Memorial Book Award for Best Book in ______ Studies in Literature and Cultural Studies.
Anjali R. Arondekar received the Alan Bray Memorial Book Award for Best Book in ______ Studies in Literature and Cultural Studies.
Lesbian, Gay, or Queer
Neda Atanasoski is a professor in Feminist Studies and ______ Studies Departments.
Neda Atanasoski is a professor in Feminist Studies and ______ Studies Departments.
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Elaine Sullivan received a Digital Start-Up Grant to develop a ______ model and virtual tour of an ancient Egyptian site.
Elaine Sullivan received a Digital Start-Up Grant to develop a ______ model and virtual tour of an ancient Egyptian site.
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The Digital Start-Up Grant was awarded by the ______ for the Humanities.
The Digital Start-Up Grant was awarded by the ______ for the Humanities.
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Angela Y. Davis is a Professor Emerita of ______ of Consciousness.
Angela Y. Davis is a Professor Emerita of ______ of Consciousness.
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Angela Y. Davis is a legendary ______ rights activist.
Angela Y. Davis is a legendary ______ rights activist.
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UC Santa Cruz was ranked among the top graduate schools for ______ design by the Princeton Review in 2020.
UC Santa Cruz was ranked among the top graduate schools for ______ design by the Princeton Review in 2020.
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The ______ Institute at UC Santa Cruz develops advanced technologies and open-source genomics platforms.
The ______ Institute at UC Santa Cruz develops advanced technologies and open-source genomics platforms.
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UC Santa Cruz students have been finalists in Amazon's ______ prize for several consecutive years.
UC Santa Cruz students have been finalists in Amazon's ______ prize for several consecutive years.
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All majors at UC Santa Cruz require students to complete a ______ course or senior thesis.
All majors at UC Santa Cruz require students to complete a ______ course or senior thesis.
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The ______ Center at UC Santa Cruz was established in 2010, focusing on games and playable media.
The ______ Center at UC Santa Cruz was established in 2010, focusing on games and playable media.
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UC Santa Cruz is located in close proximity to ______ Valley, providing students with internship opportunities.
UC Santa Cruz is located in close proximity to ______ Valley, providing students with internship opportunities.
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______ Science is the largest and most popular major at UC Santa Cruz.
______ Science is the largest and most popular major at UC Santa Cruz.
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The Expressive Intelligence Studio, one of the largest technical game research groups in the world, is housed within the ______ Center at UC Santa Cruz.
The Expressive Intelligence Studio, one of the largest technical game research groups in the world, is housed within the ______ Center at UC Santa Cruz.
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The mean GPA for admitted freshmen for Fall 2024 is ______.
The mean GPA for admitted freshmen for Fall 2024 is ______.
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Approximately ______% of the undergraduate population comprises men.
Approximately ______% of the undergraduate population comprises men.
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The student-to-faculty ratio is ______:1.
The student-to-faculty ratio is ______:1.
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The largest lecture hall on campus is Kresge Academic ______.
The largest lecture hall on campus is Kresge Academic ______.
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______% of undergraduate courses have fewer than 50 students.
______% of undergraduate courses have fewer than 50 students.
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______% of the students enrolled are residents of California.
______% of the students enrolled are residents of California.
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The percentage of African American undergraduates is ______%.
The percentage of African American undergraduates is ______%.
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The admission rate for freshmen in Fall 2024 is ______%.
The admission rate for freshmen in Fall 2024 is ______%.
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UCSC does not have an actual 'pre-[]' track.
UCSC does not have an actual 'pre-[]' track.
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Students can consult pre-[] coaching services for ______ school insights.
Students can consult pre-[] coaching services for ______ school insights.
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UCSC emphasizes networking through the Career Advice [].
UCSC emphasizes networking through the Career Advice [].
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Alex Alonso was the editor-in-chief at [] Comics from 2011-2017.
Alex Alonso was the editor-in-chief at [] Comics from 2011-2017.
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Cary Fukunaga won an Emmy Award for the HBO series, [] Detective.
Cary Fukunaga won an Emmy Award for the HBO series, [] Detective.
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Jeffrey Stewart won a Pulitzer Prize for 'The New Negro: The Life of [] Locke.'
Jeffrey Stewart won a Pulitzer Prize for 'The New Negro: The Life of [] Locke.'
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John Laird became one of the first openly gay [] in the United States.
John Laird became one of the first openly gay [] in the United States.
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Kalwis Lo helped work on legislation for student-loan interest rates tied to [] rates.
Kalwis Lo helped work on legislation for student-loan interest rates tied to [] rates.
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Kresge is the only college with all apartments, no residential halls until _____
Kresge is the only college with all apartments, no residential halls until _____
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The Transfer Community is located in _____ College.
The Transfer Community is located in _____ College.
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Family Student Housing is offered on the _____ side of the campus.
Family Student Housing is offered on the _____ side of the campus.
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Students who choose University housing sign a housing contract for an entire academic _____
Students who choose University housing sign a housing contract for an entire academic _____
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UCSC offers a wide variety of themed housing options based on academic interests, hobbies, and individuals' _____
UCSC offers a wide variety of themed housing options based on academic interests, hobbies, and individuals' _____
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An author of several books, including Women, Race, and Class (1980) and Ave Prisons Obsolete?, is an example of an ______ author.
An author of several books, including Women, Race, and Class (1980) and Ave Prisons Obsolete?, is an example of an ______ author.
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The UC Santa Cruz houses the headquarters for the prestigious ______ Project, focusing on the Victorian age.
The UC Santa Cruz houses the headquarters for the prestigious ______ Project, focusing on the Victorian age.
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The Deans’, Chancellor’s, and Steck Awards seek to encourage outstanding ______ and creativity in research.
The Deans’, Chancellor’s, and Steck Awards seek to encourage outstanding ______ and creativity in research.
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The UCSC Philosophy Department sponsors a local high school team toward competition in an ethics ______.
The UCSC Philosophy Department sponsors a local high school team toward competition in an ethics ______.
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The Writing Program honors student achievements in nonfiction with the annual ______ Award for First-Year Writing.
The Writing Program honors student achievements in nonfiction with the annual ______ Award for First-Year Writing.
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Critical Race and Ethnic Studies program is a truly ______ effort that brings together faculty from various departments.
Critical Race and Ethnic Studies program is a truly ______ effort that brings together faculty from various departments.
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The Language Studies BA program offers minors and concentrations in several languages, including ______, French, and Spanish.
The Language Studies BA program offers minors and concentrations in several languages, including ______, French, and Spanish.
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Jewish Studies at UC Santa Cruz offers students knowledge of Jewish culture, its ______, literature, art, and history.
Jewish Studies at UC Santa Cruz offers students knowledge of Jewish culture, its ______, literature, art, and history.
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Study Notes
COVID-19 Updates
- Masks are still common but not required on campus.
- The Cowell Student Health Center offers free COVID tests for students, faculty, and staff.
- UCSC is fully in-person for the 2022-2023 school year and will continue to be in-person going forward.
- Tuition and student fees are unchanged.
- Detailed information is available on the UCSC COVID response website.
Slugapedia
- Guides may encounter questions beyond the tour script.
- Questions are categorized into groupings to facilitate informed responses.
- Each section includes a "key points” summary for quick reference.
- Not every question about UC Santa Cruz can be answered directly.
- Guides can direct guests to relevant campus resources.
Academic Structure
- Four academic divisions and one professional school (Baskin School of Engineering)
- 75 majors are offered; the top 5 most popular are listed.
- A total of 44 minors are available.
- Three-year pathway programs for selected majors exist, including Agroecology, Anthropology, Art, and Business Management Economics.
5-Year Bachelor's/Master's Programs
- A variety of programs allow students to earn a bachelor's and master's degree in 5 years
- Programs are department-specific (e.g., Biomolecular Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Critical Race and Ethnic Studies and Education, Earth and Planetary Sciences, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, or Electrical and Computer Engineering)
UCSC Summer Session
- Anyone (high school students, current students, and community members) can enroll in classes.
Did You Know?
- UC Santa Cruz has the highest percentage of women faculty in the UC System (36%).
- It is the 3rd most diverse UC faculty percentage-wise.
- Ten scientists and engineers at UCSC were included in 2020’s list of the world’s most highly cited researchers.
- UCSC ranks 7th in the nation for Astrophysics and Astronomy (2021).
- It has 3 satellite locations, one in Silicon Valley, and another in Coastal Science Campus, Santa Cruz.
- UCSC is home to the human genome draft, a UCSC human Genome Browser project
- It has a leading role in cancer genomics projects like the Treehouse Childhood Cancer Initiative and the International Cancer Genome Consortium.
- Named 2nd best public university in the nation for “making an impact” (2022 Princeton Review).
- Ranks 3rd in promoting social mobility (2021 US News).
2024 Admission Rate
- Freshman: 64.9%
- Transfers: 65.4%
Undergraduate Ethnicities, Fall 2023
- Data on various ethnic groups is included (African American, American Indian, Asian American, Pacific Islander, Chicanx/Latinx, European American, International, and Not Stated).
In-State/Out-of-State/International
- 91% in-state
- 7% out-of-state
- 2% international
- Similar criteria for in-state, out-of-state, and international applicants, except for a minimum GPA requirement.
Class Size
- Total enrollment: 19,938
- 90 % undergraduates
- Transfer students: 3,528
- New transfers in Fall 2024: 1,275
- Re-entry students (age 25+ undergrad/age 29+ graduate): 1,536
- Number of California community colleges with at least one Fall 2022 admit: 112
Largest Lecture Hall
- Kresge Academic 3105 with a capacity of 600 students
Academic Support
- Faculty, teaching assistants, advisors, and programs like ACE and DRC provides crucial support.
- Department/Major Advisors provide course planning.
Student Services and Accommodations
- Extended testing time, accessible furniture, captioned videos, alternative testing environment, flexible attendance policies, DRC kitchen, and housing accommodations are available.
Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
- Offers support for first-generation, low-income, and educationally disadvantaged students.
- Includes textbook access, housing priority, academic success workshops, and a textbook lending library.
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)
- Provides visa assistance, workshops, information, and referrals to international students.
Learning Support Services (LSS)
- Supports undergraduate students with course-specific academic support services and writing tutoring.
Academic Support Programs
- Include Writing Tutoring, Large Group Tutoring, and Small Group Tutoring
MARC (Maximizing Access to Research Careers)
- Offers research training to prepare students for graduate programs in biological sciences.
MEP/MESA
- An innovative academic learning community to promote success for educationally disadvantaged students.
Slug Support
- Early intervention to help prevent problems from escalating.
Smith Renaissance Program
- Services for current or former foster youth, wards of the court, orphans, or homeless youth.
- Offers financial grants and mentoring.
STARRS Office (Services for Transfer, Re-entry, and Resilient Scholars)
- Aimed at supporting transfer, re-entry, and resilient scholars in higher education.
- Works to remove institutional barriers and co-create a campus supportive of equitable access, belonging, persistence, graduation, and excellence.
Career Center
- Offers advising, career fairs, and workshops, assisting with career goals and recruitment.
Disability Resource Center (DRC)
- Assists students with disabilities by providing support for equal access to education.
Athletics
- Varsity college sports for over 10 sports, include accomplishments in Men's/Women's Soccer
- Club sports: competitive and non-competitive.
- Intramural sports: for various team games and activities.
Physical Education
- Courses are offered covering swimming, scuba diving, sailing and many more
- Courses are free
- Training and private lessons are offered
Beyond UCSC
- The UCSC career center offers resources for students to prepare for job and internship opportunities
- The center utilizes a job-board to connect students with relevant opportunities.
Dining Halls
- 5 dining halls on campus
- Meal plan options: Gold, Blue, or Banana (based on number of points for purchase of meals)
- Students living in residence halls are required to have a meal plan.
The University Library
- Two locations, including the McHenry Library and the Science & Engineering Library
- The Digital Scholarship Commons (DSC): has equipment to support student projects, podcasts, VR experiences
- Special Collections & Archives: contains historical and rare materials (e.g., historical materials, artwork, and historical objects)
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Explore the various aspects of the Humanities Institute, including its support for research projects and its contributions to cultural studies. Discover notable figures and awards associated with the institution, highlighting its role in advancing humanities and digital technologies.
