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Thank you to everyone for stopping by at this week's meetings and events, CSS really appreciates your enthusiasm!👑🤩

Here is the week 3 recap, be sure to scroll through! It's got a lot of important information to check out (events, elections, etc.)

Stop by tomorrow for our weekly meeting!
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#ucsc #ucsc2026 #crownstudentsenate #crowncollege #ucsccrowncollege

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STUDENT VOICES DESERVE A SEAT AT THE TABLE.

On September 27, Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed AB 2551, a bill that would have increased transparency around the enforcement of campus protest policies and created opportunities for student and community input on Time, Place, and Manner (TPM) restrictions.

The SUA Office of External Affairs stands in opposition to this veto. As students, we deserve transparency, meaningful consultation, and accountability when policies directly impact our ability to speak, organize, and protest on our campuses.

AB 2551 was a step toward ensuring students are not simply informed of decisions made about our rights, but are included in shaping them.

We will continue advocating at the campus, UC, state, and federal levels for student voices and the right to political expression.

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Here is the first recap for Fall Quarter '26!✨🐌👑

Thank you to everyone that joined us for our first meeting, it was lovely seeing so many new and returning faces this year!

Reminder that if you are interested in a representative role, check out those spaces and prepare a speech by next meeting!

We will meet again Wednesday, October 7th at 7:00pm in Crown Fireside Lounge. See you all there!

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#ucsc #crowncollege #crownstudentsenate #ucsc2026

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UC Santa Cruz is proudly celebrating the signing of SB 1255 (authored by Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes) and AB 2374 (authored by Assemblymember Mike Fong) by Governor Gavin Newsom ✍🏼

✨This landmark legislation marks a monumental step forward for California’s Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs), recognizing their significant role in educating California’s diverse student population and preparing the state’s workforce 🎓💼⛑️

We extend our deepest gratitude to Senator Reyes, Assemblymember Fong, and their dedicated teams for their visionary leadership, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to advancing this important legislation 🙌🏽

We also want to uplift the student advocates whose voices were instrumental in raising awareness of the importance of HSIs and AANAPISIs in their academic journeys. Special shout-out to our very own Banana Slug, Francisco Ornelas @ucscivp whose powerful testimonio reminded everyone of the profound impact that inclusive, culturally responsive programs and services have on student retention, belonging, and long-term success 📚🤝🏽

Proud to see our Banana Slugs leading the charge and making their voices heard at the highest levels of state government! 📣💛💙

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Want to get ready for the 2026 midterm elections? Come register to vote with OEA + our campus partners and grab a FREE DONUT while you’re at it! 👀

📍 12–4 PM
Oct. 6 — McHenry
Oct. 7 — Cowell
Oct. 8 — S&E
Oct. 9 — RCC
Oct. 12 — McHenry
Oct. 13 — Cowell
Oct. 14 — S&E
Oct. 15 — RCC

Stop by anytime during the listed hours to register to vote and get election-ready! 🗳️💙🍩

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We need YOUR testimonies and public comments! Make sure your voice is recorded as public record for these upcoming meetings.

Opposition to development of TMT on Mauna Kea is needed at every turn. Here’s how you can help.

1. Submit your testimony/public comments
2. Share this post/spread the word
3. Organize your colleagues, classmates, and comrades to submit a testimony/comment

#NoTMT #MaunaKea

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A message from 🍌🐌 SUA (SGA) officers at @ucscevp

If we’re going to do advocacy we have to make sure we vote! Student basic needs are on the ballot!

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OEA All-Staff Retreat 🐌🤝🏽✨

A day of reconnecting, reflecting, learning, and building together as we step into a new year of advocacy. From getting grounded in our purpose to mapping our power and setting our office agreements, today was all about building the foundation for the work ahead.

So grateful for this team and the energy everyone brings to OEA. Here’s to a year of organizing, collaboration, and making sure Banana Slug voices are heard beyond our campus. 🫶🏽🐌

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Ready to make an impact beyond campus? Join the External Affairs Fellowship this fall! 💙

Gain hands-on experience in student organizing, advocacy, and UC governance while learning how to navigate UCSC & UC administration, organize campaigns, build coalitions, and communicate with decision-makers. 📣

📅 Applications due Oct. 2 at 11:59 PM
🔗 Apply now: tinyurl.com/OEAFellow

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WANT TO MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD BY THE UC REGENTS?

Join us for a Virtual Public Comment Webinar on Thursday, September 10 from 5:30–6:30 PM! ✊🏽

Hosted by SUA Office of External Affairs, Office of Academic Affairs, E² (Engaging Education), and MEChA de UCSC, we’ll walk through how you can participate in UC Regents public comment and advocate directly for the issues impacting our communities.

We’ll be highlighting two key priorities:
- Keeping the UC Test-Free — opposing the reinstatement of the SAT, ACT, and other standardized testing in UC admissions
- Supporting Undocumented & Immigrant Students — advocating for continued resources, protections, and support across the UC system

Come learn how to turn your concerns into action and advocacy at the systemwide level.

📅 Thursday, Sept. 10
⏰ 5:30–6:30 PM
💻 Virtual
🔗 RSVP: tinyurl.com/publiccommentweb

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The Office of Internal Affairs is hiring! 🌞

We are accepting applications for four (4) PAID positions:
- Chief of Staff
- Director of Campus Affairs
- Resource Coordinator
- Programs & Outreach Coordinator

For more details about each position check handshake or the link in our bio 🌊

Deadline to apply is September 2nd 🌲

Questions? Email suavcia@ucsc.edu 🦌

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📣 WE’RE HIRING! 📣

The SUA Office of External Affairs is looking for 7 passionate Slugs to join our team this year! 🐌💙

We’re hiring for:
• 2 Policy Analysts
• 5 Campaign Coordinators

If you’re interested in advocacy, policy, organizing, campaigns, and making an impact beyond our campus, we want to hear from you! 🗣️✊

📅 Deadline: September 4, 2026 at 11:59 PM
🔗 Applications are available on Handshake — link in bio!

Questions? Email suavcea@ucsc.edu 📩

Come make some noise with OEA. 📢

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