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Banana Slug Territory

NATURALLY INSPIRING

The UC Santa Cruz campus has long been celebrated for its beauty. What better place to begin your academic journey than in this gorgeous setting, in a redwood forest between the mountains and the sea?

Located between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Cruz mountains, the city of Santa Cruz is an urban hub intertwined with dramatic natural beauty. The area’s warm Mediterranean climate provides opportunities for year-round recreation and adventure.

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MEET SAMMY THE SLUG

In 1986 students replaced the sea lion mascot with a Banana Slug after a very successful vote! The Banana Slug has no known predators, and represents flexibility and contemplation.