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In the Social Sciences Division, our faculty, staff, students, and alumni are raising the bar on the public benefits of higher education and leading change to advance justice and sustainability. Learn more about our impact through the latest stories from our campus newscenter and global media coverage of our work, and check our upcoming events for opportunities to get involved.
From the newscenter

Institute for Social Transformation awarded $700k grant to support inclusive economic development throughout Central California

From KZSC to national acclaim

Scheduling smarter: Combining technology and policy for more pleasant, equitable commuting

Get to know our researchers

Fall 2025 Emeriti Lecture: “Kicking the Prow: Reflections on a Life in Conversation with Past and Present People and Other Creatures”

Breaking barriers and guiding others

Rooted in education, expanding opportunity

Lessons from a historic quest to heal spider bites are helping to fight neglected tropical diseases today

Two UC Santa Cruz Education Ph.D. candidates receive 2025 National Academy of Education fellowships
In the media
Events


Corporations at Climate Crossroads: Book Talk with Lily Hsueh
November 18, 2025
Interdisciplinary Sciences Building