Community
This is your community. At Baskin Engineering, you can find your passion, get involved, and make a difference—and friends. Get inspired, find support, learn about new opportunities, and much more.
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Student organizations
Baskin School of Engineering is home to a variety of student organizations. Each student organization provides students with unique opportunities to explore their academic, technical, professional, and community service interests in addition to social engagement.
Research
Baskin Engineering faculty and students pursue novel, visionary research that leads to positive societal impact. Explore opportunities and tips for getting involved in research.
Slugworks
Slugworks is an open and inclusive, student-focused collaborative experiential learning space located in the Jack Baskin Engineering Building. Get hands-on experience in workshops that cover a myriad of topics geared to explore the intersection of art, design and technology.
Jobs and internships
Use Handshake to search for job and internship opportunities, connect with employers targeting UCSC students and alumni, find professional development events, and make appointments with a career coach.
Upcoming events
Inclusion at Baskin Engineering
UC Santa Cruz and Baskin Engineering are committed to creating educational equity that will lead to real, transformative change. We are one of only two institutions in the nation that holds the honor of being a Hispanic Serving Institution, an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution, and member of the Association of American Universities.
CLUB SPOTLIGHT
Meet the Google Developer Student Club (GDSC)
GDSC’s goal is to bridge the gap between theory and practice in computer science in a supportive and inclusive environment. We provide industry-relevant technical workshops, resource panels, and project experience, with an emphasis on Google developer technologies. Members have the chance to participate in the annual Solution Challenge which emphasizes teamwork, innovation, and creativity.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Everything you need to know about living in an on-campus community or off campus in the Santa Cruz area.
UC Santa Cruz Dining is all about nourishing the campus community. No matter your palate, you can find it among the five campus dining halls and numerous cafés, coffee shops, and restaurants.
UC Santa Cruz strives to create an environment in which all students can succeed. We are committed to helping all students graduate, graduate in good time, and thrive academically.