Brandon
The beautiful campus with redwoods and our mascot sliding around - banana slugs!
Joseph
The best attribute of UC Santa Cruz is that it is isolated up in the hills of Santa Cruz which allows for a more focused environment for studying. The separation of the campus allows for students to be more focused while on campus, but still have the accessability to see the urban life of this costal city where it resides in. To sum it all up, UC Santa Cruz gives the best of both worlds-the serenity of the forest life as well as the urbanization of the beach life.
Jacqueline
The best part of UCSC is that it is a great place to make the most of your college experience - socially and academically. UCSC has small classes, several libraries and study centers, down to earth and available professors and teacher's assistants. On campus jobs are available, and work around your schedule. And because the greek system is small, there is a social atmosphere without too many outrageous parties. In fact, most students here prefer small parties. Everyone is so unique and adds dimension to the special atmosphere here - the ocean, forest, and city provide a fabulous landscape to study.
Caleb
I think the small, hands-on nature of this school is the best aspect of my school because it is more condusive to learning than just book-reading and lecture halls.
Jacqeline
I think the nature on campus and surrounding the school is gorgous. The school is 5 minutes from the beach and about 30 minutes from the mountains so there is a diverse terrain which creates a lot of opportunities to do outdoor activities which you can plan on your own or through the school. I also enjoy the social aspect of the campus. There are always people outside and with their doors open so you can go hangout with people whenever.
Chan
The view is alright, but you get tired of it after two, three times.
Kyla
Its an amazing place and the people are amazing the teachers are normally happy to help you if you are willing to ask
Jaclyn
The best thing about the school is that the school is large but it doesn't feel that way. You don't feel trapped in a sea of people because there are small communities within the school that each have a purpose and a belonging. The atmosphere can be one-sided at times but the experience is phenomenal.
Laura
The best thing about my school is that the professors are always willing to help you. They always take time out of their busy schedule to help you understand the materials.
Christina
The best thing about UCSC is the research being performed by the faculty. The science professors are always working on something amazing.