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UC statement on federal court DACA ruling
The University of California issued a statement today (Jan. 9) following the federal district court’s decision on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.
UC applications break records for 13th consecutive year
In the 13th straight year of record-breaking highs, more than 221,000 students applied for undergraduate admission to the University of California for fall 2018, an overall jump of 5.7 percent over last year, according to preliminary data.
Statement of UC President Napolitano following death of San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee
The University of California issued a statement following the passing of San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee.
AB 2664 innovation funds supported hundreds of startups, dozens of product launches in 2017
The University of California announced today (Nov. 30) that a $22 million investment from the State of California to accelerate innovation and entrepreneurship across the UC system has supported more than 500 new startups and existing companies, helped launch…
UC statement on federal tax proposals
University of California President Janet Napolitano, Student Regent Paul Monge and Student Regent-designate Devon Graves issued a statement on the federal tax proposals moving through Congress.
UC releasing new Climate Lab videos after first six episodes hit 12 million views
The University of California announced today (Nov. 17) that it is releasing three more episodes of its innovative new video series, Climate Lab, which seeks to change the way people communicate and think about global climate change.
UC releases roadmap for NAFTA negotiators as fifth round of talks begins
The University of California and its partners today (Nov. 17) released a roadmap for negotiators working to modernize and strengthen the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) as the fifth round of NAFTA negotiations kicked off in Mexico City.
UC president, national security leaders call on Congress to protect Dreamers this year
University of California President Janet Napolitano today (Nov. 15) joined fellow national security leaders in calling on Congress to pass bipartisan legislation protecting Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients before the end of the year.
Calling all students: UC wants your input on sexual violence and prevention
The University of California is inviting students to apply for a seat on the inaugural student advisory board tasked with providing input on UC sexual harassment and sexual violence issues.
Fellowship applications open for UC’s National Center for Free Speech
Starting today (Nov. 9), the University of California will accept applications from individuals interested in joining the inaugural group of fellows for its National Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement in Washington, D.C. The fellowship program is the…
UC part of joint legal motion to halt repeal of DACA program
The University of California, along with other organizations and individuals who have sued the Trump administration over its rescission of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, today (Nov. 1) jointly asked a federal judge to keep the…
UC to offer support to applicants affected by natural disasters
In an effort to assist freshman and transfer applicants affected by the deadly wildfires that have scorched large stretches of California — as well as by the recent spate of other natural disasters — the University of California will extend its fall 2018…