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Get Involved

Each UC Santa Cruz college offers opportunities to lead, from student government to campus programs and community initiatives. Build skills, make connections, and help shape your college experience.

Students outside UCSC bookstore on bench

Student Government

Each UC Santa Cruz college has its own student government or senate that represents student voices, organizes events, allocates funding, and provides leadership opportunities.

Student walking across crosswalk

Student Leadership

Each UC Santa Cruz college offers opportunities to get involved, gain leadership experience, and build community through student government, residential life, campus programs, and academic initiatives.

Last modified: May 22, 2025