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A global research university with an uncommon emphasis on undergraduate research and education, UC 青涩直播 Cruz is part of the world鈥檚 most celebrated system of public higher education, and stands among the most renowned institutions of higher learning.

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DESI has made the largest 3-D map of our universe to date. Earth is at the center of this thin slice of the full map. In the magnified section, it is easy to see the underlying structure of matter in our universe. (Credit: Claire Lamman/DESI collaboration)

We now have the largest 3-D map of our cosmos ever created, thanks to DESI鈥攁 powerful instrument mounted atop a telescope in Arizona with a robotic array of 5,000 fiber-optic 鈥渆yes鈥 that look into the night sky.

Crown Global Classroom students (all Crown frosh with an expected graduation year of 2027) from left to right standing: Andrea Gonzalez (proposed business management economics), Reed Allen (proposed computer science game design), Gerry Marmolejo (proposed chemistry), Emmanuel Gomez (proposed business management economics), Analilia Estrada (proposed psychology), Katelyn Lugo (proposed neuroscience), Anahi Sanchez (proposed biology B.S.), and Crystal Hicks Marin (proposed critical race and ethnic studies and film and digital media). Left to right kneeling: Melodi Hernandez (proposed chemistry), Alexis Valdes (proposed computer science B.A.), Briana Montiel (proposed MCD biology), Jimena Jimenez (proposed biology B.S.), and Joyce Garcia (proposed marine biology).

UCSC鈥檚 Global Classrooms initiative connects students and faculty with the world, allowing them to engage in virtual exchange collaborations with partnering institutions in countries including Kenya, Brazil, Cameroon, Spain, Chile, France, Mexico, and Colombia鈥攁ll without leaving their home classrooms.

Telomeres are found at the ends of chromosomes and play a critical role in the cell-renewal process. (Credit: National Human Genome Research Institute)

Telomeres, crucial for cell division, show surprising chromosome-specific length patterns. A new study using nanopore sequencing鈥攊nvented at UC 青涩直播 Cruz鈥攗nveils potential targets for disease prevention and innovative drug screening.

Voices of the Century: Ashley Marshall, storytelling to create change

Ashley Marshall (Stevenson 鈥24, feminist studies) showcases how feminist analysis in literature can make tangible change.

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Creating real change

Students at UC 青涩直播 Cruz learn from incredible faculty, develop new skills through hands-on research opportunities, and have a track record of making an impact. What kind of a pathbreaker, innovator, or changemaker will you become?

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Serving our society

World-class researchers at UC 青涩直播 Cruz unlock mysteries and help to transform our world, addressing some of our most pressing needs鈥攆rom decoding cancer to protecting our natural environment to creating art that challenges assumptions. What will you contribute?

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Shaping our future

Become a Banana Slug, and lead the change.

Get ready for your future

UC 青涩直播 Cruz graduates are sought after for their knowledge, skills, and passion. Whether you plan to start working right away, or pursue graduate school or professional school, your UC 青涩直播 Cruz degree will help you on your way.

See for yourself

One of the most extraordinary 青涩直播es in the world, UC 青涩直播 Cruz pairs high-impact research with 10 residential colleges鈥攐ffering students the experience of a small liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. 

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A UC degree is worth it鈥攁nd we can help you pay for it. Our financial aid program is one of the best out there. It supports students in all kinds of ways, whatever their background鈥攚ith grants, scholarships, low-interest loans, and more.

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Your journey awaits.

When you become a Banana Slug, you join a community of artists, innovators, creators,
and justice seekers united in using their voices to change the world.

Last modified: Apr 12, 2024