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Environment + Sustainability

Jumping Course

New models detail how major rivers will respond to changing environmental conditions
Theater + Dance

The Show Goes On

LAUNCH PAD Summer Reading Series previews plays in development — virtually
Film + Media

Roll Camera!

UCSB Arts & Lectures rolls out free Summer Cinema series of family-friendly films at Santa Barbara’s only drive-in theater
Environment + Sustainability

Kelp Help

Researchers will investigate kelp restoration with funds from the California Sea Grant

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"It was incredibly important that while pursuing a Ph.D. I would be allowed freedom to grow creatively in my interdisciplinary scholarship. Getting to know UCSB's strong spirit of collaboration across departments assured me of my choice."

- Xochitl Clare, Ph.D. Student | Ecology Evolution, Marine Biology

Xochitl Clare, Ph.D. Student | Ecology Evolution, Marine Biology

"I chose UCSB because of the amazing opportunities to grow socially, academically, and professionally as well as the inclusivity and love that I have felt from the community both on and off campus."

Shelly Luong, Undergraduate Student | Economics

Shelly Luong, Undergraduate Student | Economics

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