Category: Giving
Written in the stars
A visit to Lick Observatory as a child changed his life; now, after 16 years of volunteering at the observatory, Gary Vosters has added Lick to his will
By Haneen Zain (Rachel Carson ’21, politics), May 2025
David and Melca Belanger: Supporting education, expanding opportunity
David Belanger, a dedicated UCSC physics professor for over 40 years, and his wife, Melca, made a transformative $1.5 million gift to expand opportunities for students and foster a more inclusive and sustainable scientific community
By Haneen Zain (Rachel Carson ’21, politics), February 2025
Nature’s lessons
UCSC’s Natural History Field Quarter inspired alumna Libby Rouan’s three-decade-long career in environmental health. So much so that she has included the program in her will.
By Christy Tall, November 2024
Philanthropy in action
Alumna Roberta Gordon’s family foundation addresses the intersection of climate and sustainable food systems and other environmental challenges, women's health programs, arts and identity projects, social justice programs, and other current areas of need.
By Christy Tall, August 2024
Educator and champion: Professor Bruce Thompson inspires generations through teaching and philanthropy
Bruce Thompson has taught tens of thousands of students during his three-decade career at UCSC; now, he’s making an impact in a new way.
By Christy Tall, June 2024
Pioneering perspectives
Alumnus Bob Dodge reflects on being part of the inaugural graduating class and philanthropically supporting current students.
By Haneen Zain (Rachel Carson ’21, politics), February 2024
Around the world in five weeks or less
Global Seminars give students the chance to explore their education abroad with UCSC faculty in the summer
By Grace Stetson, November 2023
Empowering students making an impact
The Josh Alper Scholarship, established in memory of alumnus and former University Library staff member Josh Alper, is awarded to students who volunteer and make an impact in the community. Alper’s father, Ted, put the scholarship in his will, which—when...
By Christy Tall, November 2023