Welcome!
Founded in 1988, the UCSC Retirees Association is open to all retired faculty and staff. If you are retired, congratulations! You are now able to enjoy a change of pace and other rewards of 'honorably retired' life. One of these benefits is that you are eligible for membership in the UCSC Retirees Association (UCSCRA).
The Association has four primary objectives:
- Support a continuing affiliation with UC and UC Santa Cruz
- Serve as the advocate for post-employment benefits, in concert with the Council of UC Retiree Associations (CUCRA)
- Promote opportunities for interaction among retirees
- Serve the University as advocates, ambassadors, and volunteers.
We invite you to join our growing membership
Silver Slug Newsletter
The easiest way to be informed of coming events is through the Association's quarterly newsletter, the Silver Slug. This lively publication will keep you up to date on matters of interest and concern to retirees. Click here for the current Mid-Winter 2013 Newsletter
Silver Slug Scholarship
The Retirees Association maintains an ongoing commitment to and interest in UCSC students by raising money for the Silver Slug and Bruce Lane Memorial Scholarship Fund. The Board of Directors has designated that scholarships be directed to students who have served in the United States military. This year the Association plans to award twelve $500 scholarships to student veterans.
Members of the Retirees Association contribute to the scholarship fund in various ways. Some who benefited from the WWII GI Bill of Right have given back by contributing. Gifts are also being accepted in memory of Bruce Lane, a member of the UCSC community between 1964 and 1991. Members also donate fees earned from serving as election workers and participants in campus research projects. Retirees may donate at any time and by adding to the scholarship collection jar at our social events.
Contributions can be made using this form: Scholarship Fund
ASSOCIATION NEWS AND COMING EVENTS
Current Edition SILVER SLUG newsletter (Note: pdf link may take a few seconds to load)
2012 United Way Campaign
Participate with your former colleagues in UCSC's United Way campaign. Link
UCSC Scholarship Benefit Dinner - Feb 23
Link to websiteRetirees Scholarship Presentation Potluck - Mar 5
TUESDAY, MARCH 5th, is the date for the annual Silver Slugs Soup Social at the UCSC Arboretum. We’ll begin gathering about 11:30. Bring a crock-pot with your favorite recipe to share. Salads and breads also will be welcome additions to the glorious spread. Again this year, thanks to your generous contributions to the Bruce Lane Memorial Scholarship Fund, book scholarships will be awarded to eight military veteran students. Most recipients are expected to be present to accept their scholarship award and tell us about how important the recognition is to them. Invite a friend, bring your soup bowl and spoon, and look forward to a delicious lunch and rewarding program.
University News and Events
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You may subscribe to a weekly news update by sending your name and email address to jrburns@ucsc.edu
Retirees Travel Program
A travel program, designed especially for UC retirees, is managed by Collette Vacations. Each year a new selection of domestic and international destinations and adventures is planned. The customary commission for the travel agent is instead donated to the Council of UC Retiree Associations. Click here for the 2013 trips.
Silver Slug T-Shirt
What better way to celebrate your tenure at UCSC than by relaxing in a lawn chair, sipping a tasty beverage, and wearing your retiree t-shirt? This specially designed shirt is available at the Bay Tree Book Store, and can be ordered on-line at slugstore.ucsc.edu
UCSC Retirees Asociation
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