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Tuesday, April 3, 2018

April 2018: Classes, Trainings, and Community

Ales For Whales (Drink Beer & Raise $5k For The California Ocean Alliance)
Ales For Whales is a local fundraiser hosted by Humble Sea Brewing Co. & the California Ocean Alliance with the singular mission to throw an awesome party and raise $5k in scholarships for high school students interested in pursuing careers in marine biology and ocean conservation. There will be free screen painting, free starfish petting zoo, live music, beer, food and much more. It is $12 entry fee online or $15 at the gate (gets you entry to festival + 1 beer). For more information click here.

Arboretum & Botanic Garden Phenology Walk

Calling all scientists, hikers, families, students, and educators! The Arboretum & Botanic Garden Phenology Walk gathers data on seasonal changes in plants including when they leaf out, flower and form fruit. Come to the Arboretum for a workshop. Phenology researcher Karen Tanner provides hands-on data collection training. The next Workshop takes place on Sunday, April 15th at 11:00am. For more information click here.

Earth Week: Monday, April 23 - Saturday, April 27
Earth Week is a campuswide, week-long series of events dedicated to increasing environmental awareness and engaging students in current sustainability issues. This event is organized by Rachel Carson College. Check out their Earth Week 2017 homepage to find out more information.

The 17th Annual Earth Summit

Enviroslug will host the 17th Annual Earth Summit on April 27th from 10:30am-2:30pm. It will tentatively be held in the College 9/10 Multipurpose Room. There will be awesome speakers and activities that will promote student involvement on and off campus as well as getting student voices heard! Free food will be provided! For more information click here.


Hike, Observe, Draw, Repeat.
Grab your sketchbook and join scientific illustrator Fiona MacLean for a nature journal outing out in the Pogonip. Take in views from one of Tom Killion’s famous prints of downtown Santa Cruz from this scenic spot. This free workshop takes place on Sunday, April 8th from 10am-2pm. Whether you are new to nature journaling or experienced, everyone can enjoy his activity. For more information click here.

Management Development Program 1 of 4: Manager Redefined
"Manager Redefined" is the first module of the Management Development Program. This module explores what is required of managers today and discusses four key areas of focus: Role of the Manager, Building Authenticity and Trust, Executing Tasks Through Others and Developing and Engaging People. It is recommended, but not necessary, to take all four classes in the series. MDP is designed for mid-level managers but is open to anyone who aspires to manage people. The first program takes place on Thursday, April 12th at 8:30am. For more information click here.


Monday Night Supper Club at Jardiniére Restaurant
Jardiniere's Monday Night Supper Club benefits the Center for Agroecology & Sustainable Food Systems, with a themed three-course tasting menu and wine pairings. $65 per person (wine not included in prix fixe cost). Make your reservation today! Call 415 861-5555 or visit Jardinière (https://www.jardiniere.com/) and mention the UCSC Farm & Garden Fundraiser. For more information click here.

Original Thinkers: Earth Night
Harun Mehmedinovic, co-founder of Skyglow Project, will take us on deep dive—with stunning time-lapse visuals—into the history and importance of celestial observation on humans, the proliferation of electrical outdoor lighting spurring the rise of the phenomena known as light pollution, and the Dark–Sky Movement which is fighting back to reclaim the pristine night skies. This event takes place on Wednesday, April 18th and will begin with a wine and small bites reception, as well as science talks and end with a sky observation with the Santa Cruz and UC Santa Cruz Astronomy Clubs. Admission is $10/person or free for students. For more information click here.

Public Input Forum #2: Mountain View Environmental Sustainability
The City of Mountain View's Environmental Sustainability Task Force has developed a preliminary set of recommendations to lower the city's greenhouse gas emissions. In June, these final recommendations will be brought to the City Council. The public's input is needed to help enhance and finalize the recommendations being presented. Participants will get a sneak peek of their top recommendations on transportation, building and land use, metrics, waste reduction, public outreach and regional collaboration. Delicious light refreshments will be provided. This forum takes place on Monday, April 30th 7:00-9:30pm. For more information click here.

Santa Cruz Farmer's Markets
Downtown Santa Cruz Farmer's Market on Wednesdays, 1:30 to 6:30 pm in Spring & Summer (1:30 to 5:30 pm in Fall & Winter) at Cedar St. and Lincoln St.
Westside Farmer's Market on Saturdays, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm year-round at Mission St. Ext. and Western Dr.
Or drive to one of the other Farmer's Markets in the area including Felton, Live Oak, Scotts Valley.

Student Forum: Navigating Borders, Labor, and Home

Come join this student research forum highlighting four current UC Santa Cruz graduate and undergraduate projects. Selected photos from the scholarship contest will also be on display. The event is on Thursday, April 26th. The reception begins at 6:00 p.m. and the program begins at 6:45 p.m. This event is free and open to the public, but attendees are kindly asked to register in advance. For more information click here.

UCSC Farm & Garden Spring Plant Sale

Join the annual Spring Plant Sale! All plants are organically grown and include a wide selection of annual vegetables and flowers, along with wonderful perennials for the landscape. Proceeds benefit the Apprenticeship in Ecological Horticulture training program. This sale takes place on Saturday, April 28th at 10am and is located at the Corner of Bay Street and High Street at the base of campus, next to the Barn Theater. For more information click here.

NOLS Wilderness First Aid #3

Whether spending time in the backcountry is your passion or your profession, you should never have to ask, "What do I do now?" Prepare for the unexpected with this fun, hands-on introduction to wilderness medicine. This workshop takes is from 8:00am on Saturday, April 7th through Sunday, April 8th. Admission fee is required. For more information click here.

Sustainability Classes offered Spring 2018:
CRSN 56-1: Media Internships for Sustainability (2 units)
In the CRSN 56 internship with Professor Ronny Lipschutz, students develop and work on media projects related to the college theme of "Environment and Society" in film, on television, in print, and on the internet. Students work in groups with specific instructors and project leaders. Enrollment by application and instructor consent. May be repeated for credit.

CRSN 151B - 01: Innovation and Professionalization for Sustainability Designers, Engineers, and Entrepreneurs

This class teaches students how to become innovators and entrepreneurs, develop projects and enterprises, and adopt professional practices. It focuses on sustainability for students in Sustainability Studies, especially in connection with students' research and interests.

CRSN 162 - 01: Sustainability Internship Practicum
This class introduces students to sustainable practices and state, local, and UC-wide policies through projects. It matches students with UCSC staff partners to work collaboratively on projects that integrate sustainability into aspects of campus operations. Supports students to develop the competencies necessary to become effective environmental professionals through learning models including hands-on work experience; professional skills training; guest lectures; reading, and discussion; and peer-to-peer advising. In addition to project deliverables, students complete and present a portfolio of their work upon completion of their project. Enrollment limited to Sustainability Office Interns and by instructor permission; an interview, resume, and cover letter are required.

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