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UC Santa Cruz protein designer awarded $2.5M to develop bioluminescent protein for deep tissue imaging

By Emily Cerf The natural glow of bioluminescence — the ability of some species to give off light — is an exciting phenomena to spot along the shores of the California coast or in the glint of a summertime firefly. Assistant Professor of Biomolecular Engineering at the UC Santa Cruz Baskin School of Engineering Andy Yeh […]

Get involved: Santa Cruz METRO unveils plans for expanded transit services in September 2024

In a bid to enhance public transportation accessibility, the Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District (METRO) is gearing up for a significant expansion of its services slated for September 2024. This initiative falls under the second phase of the Reimagine METRO project, aimed at revamping the entirety of the transit network to better serve the community. […]

How Community Bridges’ Family Resource Collective is partnering to break the cycle of evictions

The Community Bridges’ Family Resource Collective serves as a cornerstone of support for over 10,000 participants annually across Watsonville, Live Oak, Santa Cruz, Felton, and Pajaro. Dedicated to nurturing resilient families and communities, our collective empowers local children, parents, seniors, and families with education, resources, and advocacy. Our family resource centers are vital hubs, serving […]

Celebrating 40 years of excellence: Five Branches University at the forefront of Traditional Chinese Medicine education

In a remarkable achievement, Five Branches University proudly commemorates its 40th anniversary as a trailblazer in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) education. Ron Zaidman and Joanna Zhao founded the institution in 1984, setting it on a course to lead and redefine the landscape of TCM practitioners’ education. With a vision to deliver top-tier education in Traditional […]

UC Santa Cruz launches Employing Humanities initiative with $1 million grant 

By Abby Butler and Grace Stetson The Humanities Division at UC Santa Cruz has embarked on a transformative journey with a $1 million grant from the Mellon Foundation to launch the groundbreaking Employing Humanities initiative. This visionary program aims to redefine humanities education by providing students with unparalleled experiential learning opportunities, bridging the gap between academic studies and […]

Top ten volunteer opportunities to make a difference this February in Santa Cruz County

The Volunteer Center connects over 15,000 volunteers a year with fulfilling service opportunities in our community – while also managing 19 programs to meet community need. It’s no surprise that the center relies on volunteers to make it all happen! The Volunteer Center is truly the hub for all-things volunteer… and they need your time, […]

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