Whether you’re a pre-med student, a humanities major, or just someone who likes asking hard questions — there’s a place for you here.
Here’s What to Expect
- Weekly case discussions with structured debate and small-group breakouts
- Guest talks from PhD students and lecturers in bioethics and related fields
- An opportunity to represent UCSC at the National BioEthics Bowl each April
- A welcoming community bridging STEM and humanities — all majors welcomed!
Weekly Meeting Info
We meet regularly during the academic year to discuss real bioethical case studies, hear from guest speakers, and prepare for the National Bioethics Bowl.
- When: Weekly during Fall, Winter & Spring quarters
- Where: UC Santa Cruz campus (location varies)
- Who: All undergraduates welcome — no prior experience needed
Join the Bowl Team
Every year we send a team to the National Bioethics Bowl. Team members receive 14 case studies in January and have months to research, prepare arguments, and practice debate structure.
Eligibility: enrolled undergraduates who have never been enrolled in a graduate program (joint BA/MA programs are acceptable).