University of California President Janet Napolitano made the following statement today (Jan. 8) regarding U.S. Sen. Barbara Boxer’s announcement that she will not seek re-election in 2016:
“I congratulate Sen. Boxer on her longtime public service and her many accomplishments, and wish her the best in her future endeavors.
“She has been a champion for public higher education in California and a crucial advocate for federal financial aid that so many students rely on at the University of California. Her focus on helping to prevent and respond to sexual violence on college campuses nationwide has helped give voice to survivors and encouraged all of us to address these crimes head-on. And everyone will benefit from her tireless work over the years to protect the environment.
“I am thrilled to hear that Sen. Boxer will continue to work on such critical issues that face Californians and all Americans, and look forward to continuing to collaborate with her in the future.”