El Centro and EAP host ‘Maletas y Paletas’
El Centro and the Education Abroad Program (EAP) are hosting “Maletas y Paletas” on Thursday, April 10, from 4-5 p.m. at El Centro.
Maletas y Paletas is Spanish for suitcases and popsicles. Students will be able to enter a raffle for a free suitcase at the event.
Students who are interested in attending may RSVP at the link on Shoreline to attend. Free popsicles and drinks will be provided.
Graduate Student Resource Center holds Wine and Cheese Networking Event
The Graduate Student Resource Center is holding a Wine and Cheese Networking Event on Thursday, April 10, from 4:30-6 p.m. in Library Room 1312 and the Mountain Courtyard.
“This is an opportunity to unwind, connect with fellow grad students and faculty, and build your networking skills in a casual setting,” the Shoreline description read.
Wine, hors d’oeuvres and non-alcoholic drinks will be provided. Students may register on Shoreline to attend.
RCSGD hosts ‘Bi Us For Us: Conversations in Community’
The Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity (RCSGD) is hosting “Bi Us For Us: Conversations in Community” on Thursday, April 10, from 5:30-7 p.m. in the RCSGD lounge.
“We’ll be alternating between bringing UCSB’s bi+ folks together with silly fun or with space to talk about whatever’s on your mind (or in your heart!),” the Shoreline description read.
“Bi Us For Us” will be recurring every Thursday this quarter. This event is a “closed space discussion circle for bi+ students,” according to Shoreline.
RCSGD and OISS hold QT International Brunch
RCSGD and the Office of International Students & Scholars (OISS) are holding a Queer and Trans (QT) International Brunch on Friday, April 11, from 9:30-11 a.m. in the OISS Conference Room.
“Join us as we make new friends and connections, share resources with each other, and learn more about what it’s like to be a QT student from around the world,” the Shoreline description read.
Free coffee, bagels and fruit will be provided. Students may register at the link in Shoreline to attend.
Health & Wellness hosts men’s body image event
Health & Wellness is hosting a men’s body image event for students on Friday, April 11, from 1:30-3 p.m. in the Student Resource Building (SRB) Room 1220.
“The Men’s Body Project offers support to men impacted by pressures to meet unrealistic appearance standards and body image issues. Through group discussions and exercises, participants navigate challenges while cultivating a positive and healthy body image,” the Shoreline description read.
This event is targeted towards nontraditional and graduate students. Students may register at the link on Shoreline to attend.
TQCOMM holds Queer Prom
The Associated Students (A.S.) Trans & Queer Commission (TQCOMM) is holding a Queer Prom on Friday, April 11, from 9 p.m. to midnight at the Isla Vista Community Center.
“Join us for a night of fun with music, dance, and a photobooth! Bring a date or some friends and enjoy a night under the stars,” the Shoreline description read.
This event is part of Pride Week celebrations from April 6-12.
RCSGD hosts Community Queens x Drag Club Panel
RCSGD is hosting a Community Queens x Drag Club Panel on Saturday, April 12, from 5-7 p.m. at the SRB Multipurpose Room (MPR).
“Join us for an exciting panel on the fundamentals of drag!” the Shoreline description read. “This event will cover everything you need to start your drag journey.”
Students may register at the link on Shoreline to attend.
Health & Wellness holds ‘Mindfulness for Wandering Minds’
Health & Wellness is holding “Mindfulness for Wandering Minds” on Monday, April 14, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at the Counseling & Psychological Services (C.A.P.S.) building Room 1340.
“We will start with a journaling exercise, then guide you through a meditation. Our neurodiverse-friendly environment will offer practical tools to engage in meditation and mindfulness exercises in a way that works for you,” the Shoreline description read.
This event is open to all students and will occur again in Weeks 6 and 8.
RCSGD hosts ‘Yap and Yum–Overnight Oats and Yogurt’
RCSGD is hosting “Yap and Yum–Overnight Oats and Yogurt” on Monday, April 14, from 1-2:30 p.m. in the RCSGD Lounge.
“This is a low stakes environment to share questions or thoughts you may have, meet fellow QTies, and get nourished! Supplies are limited so pull up,” the Shoreline description read.
Free overnight oats and yogurt will be provided.
UCSB Reads and Health & Wellness host speed friending
UCSB Reads and Health & Wellness are hosting a speed friending on Monday, April 14, from 4-5 p.m. in Library Room 1312.
“Participants will be provided with a set of questions based on the UCSB Reads 2025 book selection, The Book of Delights by Ross Gay, and engage in a fun activity designed to foster new connections,” the Shoreline description read.
Light refreshments will be provided, and the first 20 attendees will receive a free tote bag.
Health & Wellness holds ‘Welcome to the Meditation Garden’
Health & Wellness is holding “Welcome to the Meditation Garden” on Tuesday, April 15, from 3-4:30 p.m. at the meditation garden between the library and Bioengineering Building.
“Celebrate this new space that can provide quiet and peace in the middle of your busy day. We will enjoy a short guided meditation and have the chance to decorate the garden with wind chimes,” the Shoreline description read.
This event is open to everyone.
Health & Wellness hosts ‘Pass the Plate: Chicken & Dumplings’
Health & Wellness is hosting “Pass the Plate: Chicken & Dumplings” on Tuesday, April 15, from 5-7 p.m. in the SRB MPR.
“Learn how to make this easy classic comfort meal with your peers to enjoy together,” the Shoreline description read.
This event is hosted in collaboration with Black Student Union and the African diasporic Cultural Resource Center. All ingredients will be provided.
