A Guide to the SUA Constitutional Amendment Proposal
It’s no secret that the Student Union Assembly (SUA) at UC Santa Cruz has been fraught with conflict and controversy in recent memory. Five years ago, the Assembly held the largest concert in UCSC history, which put the organization in a $37,000 deficit that took...
Guide to State Ballot Measures
California’s voters will be asked to vote yes or no on 11 state propositions come Nov. 6. We researched all 11 measures — here’s our breakdown. Proposition 1 — Bonds for Government Housing Assistance Programs A “yes” vote would authorize $4 billion in state bonds...
Global Community Programs Guide for Slug Grads
Thousands of students are about to enter an exciting and uncertain stage of adulthood. For many, the prospects of obtaining a career plan immediately after graduating is a tall order filled with weeks of job applications and stress. A popular alternative to leaping into the...
My Experience with Natural Supplements
Disclaimer: Consult with your doctor before taking any supplements. Supplements below can be found at your local or online retailer. Do not take more than the recommended doses provided. From studying for midterms to holding down a job, life as a student can be stressful....
Measure Guide
Students will be voting on two measures in the 2017 referendum. Both measures concern student fees and require at least two-thirds of the votes in accordance with UC Santa Cruz campus election policy. Measure 67 Measure 67, the Campus Student Government Fee Increase, would raise...
Your Santa Cruz Study Guide
Santa Cruz is a quirky little city full of eccentric locals and hounds of tourists. It can be difficult to navigate — especially if you are carrying mounds of school work and need a place away from your roommates to focus. Thankfully, I like to...
The Best of UCSC’s Academic Resources
Stuck in sociology or losing steam in STEM? College courses can stress you out when you don’t know how to prepare for exams, complete homework or develop study skills that work for you. Luckily, UC Santa Cruz offers several on-campus academic resources for college students...
A Guide to Your Student Government
UC Santa Cruz’s Student Union Assembly (SUA) is the undergraduate student government on campus. It’s completely student-led and student-funded, and it serves as a space for student voice both locally and nationally. There are six student body officers of the SUA, 10 student organization representatives...
Student Fees on Next Week’s Ballot
Measure 64 By Arthur Zhu Measure 64 proposes to amend Measure 32, which began fall 2007 and is permanent, with no end date. It proposes to increase the current student fee for physical education classes from $4.50 to $12.50 per quarter. “I find there is...
