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UCSC Slugcast

Hosted out of the Student Affairs and Success divisional office, UCSC Slugcast is a way for students to learn more about campus resources, services, and student stories no matter where they are. Join our team of student podcasters every week to hear interviews, news, and stories about slug life at UCSC.

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Update frequency
every 2 days
Average duration
9 minutes
Episodes
421
Years Active
2021 - 2025
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History of Santa Cruz: Surf and Skate Edition

History of Santa Cruz: Surf and Skate Edition

In this totally tubular episode of Slugcast, Isabella and Diego are taking you through the evolution of the surf and skate culture that surrounds the town of Santa Cruz. From the cement to the surf, …

00:13:24  |   Fri 23 Jul 2021
AAPI Heritage: Focusing on Pacific Islanders

AAPI Heritage: Focusing on Pacific Islanders

Sharan continues her series on Asian American and Pacific Islanders Heritage. This time we focus on the heritage of and opportunities for Pacific Islanders.

Resources:

History

AAPIRC Intern Interest For…

00:11:15  |   Thu 22 Jul 2021
Portrait of the Artist as a Doubtful College Student

Portrait of the Artist as a Doubtful College Student

Why even bother going to college if art is your end-game? Kyle and Lizzy Hatch (Art, '24) discuss the pros and cons, share personal stories, and analyze the relationship between artistic practice and…

00:18:15  |   Wed 21 Jul 2021
TWANAS Part 2: Planting a Seed for the Future

TWANAS Part 2: Planting a Seed for the Future

In this continuation of the TWANAS series, Alyce talks to Galilea, Leslie and Andrea, who are signers of the press collective. In this episode, members recaps their Intergenerational Trauma Workshop …

00:09:13  |   Tue 20 Jul 2021
Strauss Foundation Award recognizes student’s work with families affected by incarceration

Strauss Foundation Award recognizes student’s work with families affected by incarceration

The Donald A. Strauss Public Service Scholarship Foundation is focused on awarding students within California for their efforts in serving their community. UCSC's Matt Sioson is one of the winners fo…

00:12:34  |   Mon 19 Jul 2021
Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity

Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity

Have you ever wondered what a fraternity does? What events they host and how they help different communities on campus? In this episode, Adrian sits down with some members of Sigma Lambda Beta and ex…

00:10:06  |   Fri 16 Jul 2021
How To Memorize More Faster

How To Memorize More Faster

Many students have the bad habit of saving study sessions till the last minute. Even if they do spend more time studying many will study for long periods of time at once and burn themselves out. In t…

00:08:53  |   Thu 15 Jul 2021
Social Media & Activism

Social Media & Activism

Lately, Instagram infographics have been taking over our timelines. While spreading awareness is great and fighting for larger causes is meaningful, it's important to know that you are spreading corr…

00:13:50  |   Wed 14 Jul 2021
Who and what is MEP?

Who and what is MEP?

Michael gives a breakdown of the MEP program, and the community that has been created for MEP students on campus. Learn about the requirements for joining the program, and how being a MEP student can…

00:27:06  |   Tue 13 Jul 2021
Let's Meet the Languages and Applied Linguistics Department

Let's Meet the Languages and Applied Linguistics Department

Sharan and Savannah explore the Languages and Applied Linguistics Department to explain the different programs, classes and opportunities available in the department. This includes the Applied Lingui…

00:16:31  |   Mon 12 Jul 2021
Everything you need to know about SFAC

Everything you need to know about SFAC

Cynthia talks with Lucy Rojas, Lydia Jenkins-Sleczkowski, and Brynna Downey to talk about Student Fee Advisory Committee! Learn how to get involved as a student, how to receive funding for your progr…

00:35:50  |   Tue 01 Jun 2021
Make Sustainable Change through the Everett Program

Make Sustainable Change through the Everett Program

In this episode, Sereena explores the Everett Program, a year long program under the Sociology Department that teaches students how to use the connection between technology and activism to create soc…

00:17:46  |   Sat 29 May 2021
Play Hard: Athletics and Recreation

Play Hard: Athletics and Recreation

Diego explains ways to support UCSC athletics and register for current events such as off-campus intramural tournaments or activities held by the recreation department.

Resources referenced in this ep…

00:07:21  |   Thu 27 May 2021
Finals Season: Tutoring + Taking Advantage of Your Tuition Fees

Finals Season: Tutoring + Taking Advantage of Your Tuition Fees

It's FINALS season! For students beginning to prep, Frances has your back. She outlines exactly which resources are available, for which subjects and departments, and how exactly to book appointments…

00:09:24  |   Wed 26 May 2021
Who's Afraid of the On-Campus Housing Announcement?

Who's Afraid of the On-Campus Housing Announcement?

A recent announcement about second- and third-years' chances at on-campus housing this fall has thrown many students' housing plans into disarray. Kyle, with the help of housing advisors Jeff Hao and…

00:22:28  |   Tue 25 May 2021
Garden Tours: Kresge Garden

Garden Tours: Kresge Garden

Spring has sprung and it's showing! While the res halls don't provide a lot of space for students to show off their green thumb, there are garden spaces all across campus that lend students a slice o…

00:15:42  |   Mon 24 May 2021
Data Breach

Data Breach

On March 31, 2021, Accellion's File Transfer Appliance (FTA) experienced a data breach that had the possibility to impact many who were affiliated with UCSC and other universities. In response to thi…

00:11:26  |   Fri 21 May 2021
TWANAS Part 1: Art as Liberation

TWANAS Part 1: Art as Liberation

TWANAS is a Communities of Color and Native American Student Press Collective at UC Santa Cruz founded in 1979. For this episode, Alyce sits down with three of their members, Andrea, Leslie and Galil…

00:20:18  |   Thu 20 May 2021
Wellness Check: Be Socially Involved

Wellness Check: Be Socially Involved

As a continuation of the Wellness Check series, Diego speaks about how loneliness can affect everyone (especially during the pandemic) and highlights opportunities for students to become socially inv…

00:08:32  |   Wed 19 May 2021
Natural Bridges

Natural Bridges

Natural Bridges is Santa Cruz's state park, and it is special for many different reasons. It also provides a resource for students to volunteer and learn about their local wildlife. In this episode,

00:18:49  |   Tue 18 May 2021
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