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The award-winning, independent, student-run newspaper of record for UC Santa Cruz. It covers campus and local news, sports, arts, and commentary.
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AssistedFind a few communities to try at University of California, Santa Cruz
These are things we discovered from public campus sources. We are constantly looking for more.
32 mapped items from 12 public sources
Worth a look
Graduate Student Association (GSA)
The official student government representing UCSC's graduate and professional students. The GSA champions graduate student voices on campus and beyond, advocating on issues like tuition, health insurance, housing, and civil rights.
Kappa Kappa Gamma
A Panhellenic sorority focused on sisterhood, philanthropy, and leadership.
Student Union Assembly (SUA)
The official undergraduate student government at UC Santa Cruz, representing over 17,000 students at the campus, local, state, and federal levels. SUA advocates for student needs, provides funding for student organizations, and promotes civic engagement.
Regular commitment
Theta Chi
An Interfraternity Council (IFC) fraternity promoting leadership, academics, and community service.
180 Degrees Consulting
Provides affordable, high-quality strategic and operational assistance to non-profits and social enterprises, helping them reach their full potential while developing the next generation of social impact leaders.
Acquire A Cappella
A student-run a cappella group that performs contemporary music on campus and in the Santa Cruz community.
Tryout required
American Medical Student Association (AMSA)
A national organization for aspiring physicians. UCSC's chapter provides a space for pre-meds with events like volunteering opportunities, suturing workshops, and networking.
Open to all
Chinquapin Literary Magazine
A student-run literary magazine that has been creating yearly anthologies of student art and writing since 1978. Offers a space for students to learn about publishing and to highlight student work.
Open to all
Easy to try first
College Night
A cherished UCSC tradition where each residential college hosts a themed dinner with lively entertainment and a special menu, bringing the college community together.
Drop in any time
College Student Governments
Each of UCSC's ten residential colleges has its own student government (senate, council, or parliament) where students have a direct voice in shaping their college community by organizing events, managing funds, and advocating for peers.
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Campus rituals
Harvest Meal
A festive celebration co-presented by UCSC Dining and the Dean of Students Office during fall break. The event welcomes students, faculty, and staff to share a delicious meal and a sense of community.
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Life in Santa Cruz for University of California, Santa Cruz Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Santa Cruz.
Timezone
Pacific Time (PT)
Student Population
23,387
City Transportation
Public Transit
Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District, Amtrak bus connections
Nearest Airports
Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Center (no commercial airport in city)
Climate Averages
Climate
Mediterranean (warm-summer, Csb)
Dorms & On-Campus Housing at University of California, Santa Cruz
Various dorm and housing options are available for students.
Showing 24 of 72 known dorm and housing options.
ABC Themed Housing
Room types: single, double, triple
Amnesty House
Room types: single, double, triple
Anacapa
Angela Davis House
Room types: single, double, triple
Camper Park
Capacity: 42
Room types: single
College Eight
Capacity: 400
Room types: single, double, triple, quad
College Eight Café Dorm
College Nine
Capacity: 350
Room types: single, double, triple, quad
College Ten
Capacity: 400
Room types: single, double, triple, quad
College Ten - Ohlone
Cowell Apartments
Room types: shared rooms
Cowell College
Capacity: 450
Room types: single, double, triple, quad
Crown Apartments
Room types: shared rooms
Crown College Residence Halls
Capacity: 800
Room types: single, double, triple
Crown College Leonardo House
Crown College - Lower Quad (Galileo, Rutherford, Descartes, Gauss Houses)
Capacity: 400
Room types: triple, quad, double, single
Crown College - Upper Quad (Harvey, Maxwell, Leonardo, Galen Houses)
Capacity: 400
Room types: triple, quad, double, single
Delaware Apartments
Room types: varies
Descartes House
Room types: shared, private
East Field House Dorm
Family Student Housing
Capacity: 100
Room types: apartment
Galen House
Room types: shared, private
Galileo House
Room types: shared, private
Gandhi
Capacity: 300
Room types: triple, large triple, single
Campus Details
Academic System
Semester
Email Domain
@californiasantacruz.edu
Current Term: Summer Quarter 2026
Start: June 22, 2026
End: August 28, 2026
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