Resources and Support
Summer enrollments at PaCE are officially open
There is no better time to upgrade your skills and advance your career. We are offering a 25% discount to help you get started this season.
ASAP Wellness Workshop (In Person) — Finding Emotional Balance Through Breath, Sound, and Somatic Awareness (Abajo sigue la versión en español)
Join ASAP for an in-person wellness workshop on Tuesday, July 7, from 12:10 p.m. to 12:50 p.m. in the Pearl Chase Lawn. Led by Dr. Melissa Cordero, this 40-minute session uses breathwork, sound meditation and somatic awareness to help reduce anxiety and restore emotional balance. Please bring something comfortable to sit or lie down on.
Funding available to replace old energy-inefficient equipment, including ULT Freezers
The Green Initiative Fund (TGIF) is currently offering a $4,000 rebate to labs that are willing to recycle their 10-year-old+ ULT freezer to buy a new ENERGY STAR model. An additional $2,500 rebate is available for FY 2025/2026 from Fisher Scientific for new Energy STAR ULT Freezers. You can receive a total rebate of up to $6,500 ($4,000 TGIF and $2,500 from Fisher Scientific), while funds last.
Resources for women’s health from UC’s medical plans
In recognition of National Women’s Health Month in May 2026, Human Resources is proud to share resources available to support women in prioritizing their health and wellbeing. This initiative provides dedicated women's health resources through each UC health plan, offering support for all stages in a woman's life.
May 21 is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)
May 21 marks Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), a reminder of the importance of creating inclusive digital experiences for all members of our community. As UCSB continues our efforts to improve digital accessibility and align with evolving requirements, we encourage you to visit the Digital Accessibility webpage for additional information, resources and guidance.
UC Application Bootcamps — registration open
The Office of Admissions is hosting UC Application Bootcamps for students who plan to apply to any UC campus this fall with the class of 2027. These bootcamps are meant to help students understand how to fill out their application, how the application will be reviewed and also how to create a strong application for any UC campus.
ASAP Wellness Workshop – Finding Rest in the Rhythm of Life: Moving Beyond Sleep
As we transition into summer, we invite you to explore how honoring your own needs between the responsibilities of work, family and community is essential for true restoration. Join the workshop on June 2.
New commuter train launching Monday, May 4
New Peak-Hour Service on the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner begins May 4! This new train service will connect commuters between Los Angeles Union Station and Goleta (GTA), with stops in Camarillo, Ventura and other cities on the way.