Social Sciences

UC Merced Aerial Picture
Campus Humanities Center to Expand Mission with Private Gift
August 31, 2012
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With the help of a $2 million gift, UC Merced's humanities center will support scholars in conducting interdisciplinary research, engaging the public and addressing issues critical to the San Joaquin Valley and California. In keeping with... Read More
Impact: Racing Team Puts Classroom Lessons to the Test
August 27, 2012
http://youtu.be/AZKkpc9PUTQ UC Merced's Society of Automotive Engineers team members gain hands-on experience that will help them in their future careers and beyond.
Campus Brings Urban Dance Troupe to Merced Theatre
August 22, 2012
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UC Merced will bring the acclaimed Lula Washington Dance Theater to Merced on Sept. 29. Renowned for its mix of jazz, ballet and urban street styles, the troupe will perform at the recently-restored Art Kamangar Center at the Merced... Read More
Researchers Spend Summer Working on Projects Near and Far
July 16, 2012
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From the caves of Belize to laboratories in Japan, UC Merced faculty members and students are abroad conducting research this summer across the globe. Though the semester ended in mid-May, the campus' focus on creating and sharing new... Read More
Doctoral Student Researches Area History, Pursues New Career
June 6, 2012
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An academic focus on the Central Valley region’s historically African-American communities brought Michael Eissinger to UC Merced. He decided the UC’s newest campus was the best place to pursue his doctorate in world cultures. The... Read More
Political Science Major Serves Students, Community on Local School Board
May 23, 2012
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Fidel Cervantes found the right fit for his university education 25 miles down the road from home. A native of Delhi in north Merced County, Cervantes selected UC Merced when he made his college choice two years ago. “It was a logical... Read More
'Ugh the Duck' to Entertain Local Youth
May 14, 2012
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"Ugh the Duck," a retelling of the classic tale, "The Ugly Duckling," will be performed at UC Merced in May as part of an effort to expose Merced County youth to opera and theater. The project is sponsored by a grant from the University... Read More
Speaker, Singer Grateful for Commencement Opportunities
May 10, 2012
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Grecia Sanchez and Blaine Hartsock know they’re more than lucky. Out of dozens of UC Merced seniors, they were chosen to speak and sing, respectively, at the 2012 Commencement ceremony. “I don’t believe in luck, I believe in blessings,”... Read More
Student Newspaper Editor Cultivates Legacy of Teamwork, Dedication
May 8, 2012
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When Alma Fausto first arrived at UC Merced in 2008, she felt pangs of doubt common to many freshmen. Fausto was hundreds of miles from the family home in Orange County. She had too much time on her hands, and worse yet, she didn’t have... Read More
Thirst for Knowledge Leads History Buff Back to School
April 27, 2012
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Like many others, 38-year-old Micah Chandler of Merced found himself laid off and without options after the economy nosedived in 2007. When he couldn't find work, Chandler's wife suggested he consider returning to school. He decided to... Read More