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UC statement on passage of legislation protecting enrollment spots for prospective UC Berkeley students
University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., today (March 14) issued the following statement after the California Legislature passed SB 118 and AB 168.
Record-breaking number of students apply to the University of California for fall 2022
The University of California announced today (Feb. 24) that its campuses received a record-breaking number of applications for fall 2022, underscoring UC’s position as one of the most sought-after higher education systems in the world.
Celebrating Black History Month at the University of California
University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., released the following letter to the UC community today (Feb. 1) regarding Black History Month.
UC statement on Gov. Newsom’s 2022-23 budget proposal
University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., today (Jan. 10) issued the following statement on Governor Gavin Newsom’s proposed 2022-23 budget.
A message from UC President Michael V. Drake on the anniversary of the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol
University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., released the following statement today (Jan. 6) regarding the anniversary of the attack on the Capitol.
University of California Health supports CDC recommendation on COVID-19 vaccine for children
The expansion of vaccination against COVID-19 to approximately 28 million children aged 5-11 years across the nation by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is a significant step forward in the fight against the pandemic.
University of California Health signs Health Equity Pledge to leverage data in addressing disparities
University of California Health joins approximately 40 cross-sector health care organizations committing to collecting and reviewing data about race, ethnicity, language and sex and sharing aggregate-level information to inform best practices.
UC scores top spots in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 university rankings
Six University of California campuses are among the top 10 public universities in America, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges rankings, released today (Sept. 13).
UC assets grow by $38 billion in 2021 to $168 billion, with endowment returning 33.7 percent and pension up 30.5 percent
The University of California’s Office of the Chief Investment Officer (UC Investments) announced today (August 31) that its assets under management grew to $168 billion as of June 30, 2021, the largest one-year gain in its history.
UC welcomes new regent
University of California Board of Regents Chair Cecilia V. Estolano and President Michael V. Drake, M.D., welcomed Gov. Gavin Newsom’s appointment of Jose Hernandez to UC’s governing board and released the following statements today (Aug. 20).
University of California Health hospitals recognized among the best in California and the nation
The hospitals of University of California Health (UCH) once again have been rated among the best in the state and the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2021-2022 Best Hospitals rankings.
UC Regents approve Tuition Stability Plan to increase predictability, financial aid and academic resources; tuition for current undergraduates to remain flat
The University of California Board of Regents approved today (July 22) the Tuition Stability Plan to increase predictability for students and families, better support students with the greatest financial need and provide critical resources for UC campuses.