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photograph of a first edition copy of the novel "The Grapes of Wrath"
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Matt Perko
A first edition of "The Grapes of Wrath" was among a recent donation of John Steinbeck's major works to the UCSB Library archive

UC Santa Barbara Magazine

Fall/Winter 2024

Inside our fall/winter issue you'll find a trio of inspiring conservation stories from California's eastern Sierra region, where UC Santa Barbara has a natural reserve — and a huge research presence. This mini-package, starring the Owens Valley pupfish, Yosemite’s mountain yellow-legged frogs, and the sage-grouse of Long Valley Caldera, features stunning illustrations by alum Charin Park '22. Nature also gets a nod in our art story, set in Ojai’s gorgeous Taft Gardens, while the Colombian Andes are the backdrop for an in-depth piece about a documentary film project that weaves together family memories and Alzheimer's research. Also in the spotlight: discoveries in the humanities from overlooked and underestimated spaces.

Captivating people. Fresh perspectives. Striking photographs. Come on in, and enjoy!

 

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Fall / Winter 2024 issue cover of sage grouse illustration

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In Depth

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west side of the island coastline with waves crashing over rocks

 

 

Ocean Solutions

Working to preserve the world’s oceans

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Natural Reserve System landscape of SNARL

 

 

 

 

 

Stewards of Nature

A multimedia series to highlight UCSB's Natural Reserve System

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three researchers huddled around an object for survey

 

 

Channel for Discovery

Learnings revealed from the Santa Barbara Channel