[Ug-students] ASUCR Newsletter - Winter Quarter Week 5

Tue Feb 3 08:23:52 PST 2026

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ASUCR Newsletter: Winter Quarter Week 5

Upcoming Events:

R'STEM Find Your Research Match
<https://events.ucr.edu/event/rstem-find-your-research-match?utm_campaign=widget&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=UC+Riverside&_gl=1*1gqkej6*_ga*MTUxMTg5NDc5Ni4xNzU4NTUxNDAz*_ga_S8BZQKWST2*czE3Njk1Mjk3NTYkbzE0NiRnMSR0MTc2OTUzMDY3OCRqMzkkbDAkaDA.*_gcl_au*MTM5NTExMjMyNi4xNzYyMzAwNzIx*_ga_Z1RGSBHBF7*czE3Njk1Mjk3NTUkbzYxJGcxJHQxNzY5NTMwNjc4JGozOSRsMCRoMA..>
- Tuesday February 3, 2026, 11:30am-2pm, HUB 302

The annual R'STEM Find Your Research Match Expo connects undergraduate
students with research opportunities across the UCR campus. Hosted by
ASUCR, CNAS, and BCOE, this event allows students to meet with
faculty/graduate students, explore paid research internships, discover lab
opportunities, and learn how to get involved in research. If you're a CNAS
or BCOE student interested in getting involved in research, this event is
perfect for networking and opening the door to meaningful research
experiences! We will be serving FREE LUNCH for registered attendees (be
sure to RSVP here
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgAbKJnGUoFSlSOO09gei628WCDFXoKEAWDbZuw2BP79azBw/viewform>
)!

Caferia at UCR
<https://events.ucr.edu/event/caferia-at-ucr?utm_campaign=widget&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=UC+Riverside&_gl=1*hulre8*_ga*MTUxMTg5NDc5Ni4xNzU4NTUxNDAz*_ga_S8BZQKWST2*czE3NzAxMzM4ODMkbzE1NyRnMSR0MTc3MDEzNDEwNCRqMTgkbDAkaDA.*_ga_Z1RGSBHBF7*czE3NzAxMzM4ODMkbzcyJGcxJHQxNzcwMTM0MTA0JGoxOCRsMCRoMA..>
- Thursday February 5, 2026, 3pm-6pm, Bear's Den (HUB 105)

Come study for midterms in a cafe-styled study space, themed after the Papa
games. You can even come up to the counter to ‘order’ some hot chocolate
and snacks, and we’ll give them to you so you can snack and study.

Plant with Love
<https://events.ucr.edu/event/plant-with-love?utm_campaign=widget&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=UC+Riverside&_gl=1*mz16as*_ga*MTUxMTg5NDc5Ni4xNzU4NTUxNDAz*_ga_S8BZQKWST2*czE3NzAxMzM4ODMkbzE1NyRnMSR0MTc3MDEzNDMyMSRqMjIkbDAkaDA.*_ga_Z1RGSBHBF7*czE3NzAxMzM4ODMkbzcyJGcxJHQxNzcwMTM0MzIxJGoyMiRsMCRoMA..>
- Monday February 9, 2026, 11am-2pm, R'Garden

Students will create paper pots and plant seeds to promote sustainability
efforts and encourage students to grow their own food. The event is in
collaboration with the R'Garden and will be hosted there.

GCAP Farmer's Market
<https://events.ucr.edu/event/gcap-farmers-market-2307?utm_campaign=widget&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=UC+Riverside&_gl=1*mz16as*_ga*MTUxMTg5NDc5Ni4xNzU4NTUxNDAz*_ga_S8BZQKWST2*czE3NzAxMzM4ODMkbzE1NyRnMSR0MTc3MDEzNDMyMSRqMjIkbDAkaDA.*_ga_Z1RGSBHBF7*czE3NzAxMzM4ODMkbzcyJGcxJHQxNzcwMTM0MzIxJGoyMiRsMCRoMA..>
- Wednesday February 11, 2026 9am-3pm, Rivera Lawn

This event will be a hub for students to gather and explore different
vendors ranging from coffee and flowers to farmers and comics. It makes
these vendors accessible to undergraduate students who may be experiencing
food insecurity and may not have the means of receiving fresh produce and
products by going to the local farmers market. Instead, we as GCAP are
bringing to students this resource at no cost to them and at no additional
cost to vendors as well.

>From the Office of the Elections Director
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Deadline Extended!

If you're passionate about making a difference and being the voice for the
student body, as well as growing your professional career, now is the time
to file for candidacy! The ASUCR Elections Committee has opened the
application to file for candidacy for ASUCR positions for the academic year
2026-2027. You can be the voice of the people, enact positive change, and
shape your future by being part of a positive, uplifting organization. If
you're interested, scan the QR code on the flyer or click here
<https://asucr.jotform.com/253365001425043>.

>From the Office of the Vice President of Campus Internal Affairs
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Join the Basic Needs Committee in making and planting your own flowers and
herbs! Form your own paper plants using recycled paper from The Highlander
and learn about the R’ Garden’s purpose.

Be sure to be one of the first 30 people to get a free Substation Sandwich!
Meet us at the R’Garden or outside The Barn for a free shuttle ride to the
R’ Garden anytime between 11am and 2pm.

>From the Office of the Vice President of External Affairs

Hi Highlanders,

Applications are STILL OPEN but CLOSING SOON for the Student Lobby
Conference (SLC) 2026, a statewide advocacy conference that brings students
together to build organizing skills, learn how policy is made, and engage
directly with lawmakers on issues impacting students and our communities.

SLC is open to students of all experience levels and is grounded in equity,
lived experience, and collective action. Selected participants will receive
advocacy training and the opportunity to uplift student priorities at the
state level.

What to expect at SLC:

- Advocacy and policy training led by experienced organizers and advocates!

- Opportunities to collaborate with students from campuses across
California!

- Direct engagement with legislators and staff on student-centered
priorities!

- A space grounded in representation, lived experience, and collective
action!

Details:

Date: March 6-9, 2026

Travel: Via Bus

Transportation, hotel and food will be covered!

Application deadline: Sunday, February 8 at 11:59 PM

Apply here: bit.ly/slc2026

Please share widely with your friends and networks. We look forward to
building collective student power together. If you have any questions,
reach out to Joseph Anastacio at janas004 at ucr.edu.

Joseph Anastacio | He/Him/His

Legislative Director | Associated Students of UC Riverside
<https://asucr.ucr.edu/>

>From the Office of the Executive Vice President & Senate
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ASUCR's Senate acts as the main decision-making body of student government,
representing the voices of undergraduates across campus. It’s made up of
elected senators from each college, along with executive officers who help
organize and support student-led efforts. The Senate meets every week to
review and vote on legislation, distribute funding to student
organizations, and talk through issues that impact the wider campus
community. Meetings are led by the Executive Vice President and follow a
structured format to keep things fair, open, and inclusive. Overall, the
Senate plays a vital role in making sure student voices are heard and in
improving student life at UCR.

Senate Highlight: Legislation Tracker

The ASUCR Senate reviews and advances student-led legislation throughout
the year. Senate Bills (SB) propose changes to existing ASUCR bylaws,
introduce new bylaws, or put forward Constitutional Amendments, while
Senate Resolutions (SR) express the Senate’s positions on campus or public
issues. All legislation is first reviewed by the Legislative Review
Committee before being brought to the full Senate for a vote. To learn more
about current legislation or to share ideas for future proposals, please
connect with the President Pro Tempore at asucrprotempore at ucr.edu. The
tracker and information about what the Senate is working on can be found
here: https://asucr.ucr.edu/records/senate-legislation

Agenda and Documents can be found on the ASUCR website
<https://asucr.ucr.edu/meetings-minutes>.
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