Brittany Ramirez

Brittany is Lookout’s first contact for members. She answers (and quickly) any membership questions and is eager to help with the mundane modern work of resetting passwords, signing up for newsletters and resolving any technical issues. She joined Lookout as a marketing and sales coordinator after finishing her bachelor’s degree in marketing at California State University Monterey Bay in 2021. She then worked for Rootstock Artisan Collective as a social media marketing manager. Before heading to CSUMB, she completed her associate in arts degree at Cabrillo College, where she also played on the women’s soccer team. Her passion for working with local businesses stems from being born and raised in Santa Cruz.

April is for action: 10 ways to be the difference in Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz County’s nonprofit safety net is being stretched to the breaking point. Across our county, nearly every nonprofit is facing unprecedented challenges—historic budget cuts, rising costs, and an increased demand for services. Organizations that provide food, housing, education, mental health support, and community connection are being pushed to do more with less, just as […]

Strength in community, power in action: Volunteer with Community Bridges this April

April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize the power of giving back and the strength we build when we take action together. At Community Bridges, we believe that real change happens when individuals come together to support their neighbors. Whether it’s delivering meals, mentoring youth, or ensuring families have access to nutritious food, […]

Celebrating 25 years of new perspectives: The Humanities Institute at UC Santa Cruz enriches community and academia

By Dan White, February 2025 The Humanities Institute at UC Santa Cruz employs only a small staff and occupies a modest suite on the fifth floor of the Humanities 1 building. But THI, with its strong focus on research excellence, student success, and public engagement, has an oversized impact on UC Santa Cruz and the wider […]

Laili Restaurant: A Mediterranean dining escape in the heart of Santa Cruz

Tucked away in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz, Laili Restaurant is where the sun-drenched flavors of the Mediterranean meet the culinary creativity of the Bay Area. With its award-winning garden patio, polished service, and refined, soulful cuisine, Laili has earned its reputation as one of the Central Coast’s top fine dining destinations—and a regional […]

Shop local and save: Supporting Santa Cruz Businesses on a budget

Santa Cruz County is home to a vibrant community of local businesses, from family-owned restaurants and shops to artisan pop-ups. Shopping locally strengthens our economy, keeps money circulating within our community, and helps preserve the unique character of our coastal town. However, the rising cost of living makes this increasingly challenging, leaving locals to wonder […]

Cabrillo College’s Journal X earns ‘Superior’ rank in national contest: A triumph of student creativity and social justice

Cabrillo College is thrilled to announce that its student-run literary magazine, Xinachtli Journal—also known as Journal X—has been awarded the prestigious ‘Superior’ rank in the 2024 National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) Recognizing Excellence in Art and Literary Magazines (REALM) program. This recognition places Journal X among the best in the nation, celebrating the […]

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