UCSC Social Life Breakdown

About this episode

This episode compares online perceptions of the UCSC social scene with real-life experiences at UC Santa Cruz.

Everyone has something to say about the ucsc social scene, especially online. but how much of it is actually true?in this episode, we’re comparing reddit takes with real life at uc santa cruz. we talk about the different college vibes, what “going out” actually looks like here, and why your experience really depends on what you put into it. if you’re wondering whether ucsc is social or not, this is the honest answer. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Topics covered

• ucsc social scene
• reddit comparison
• college vibes
• going out
• student experience

Keywords

• UCSC
• social life
• reddit
• college experience
• going out

Sponsors

Division of Student Affairs and Success

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Slugcast

Places: ucsc, uc santa cruz

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