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UC launches national effort to promote free speech and civic engagement

The University of California will establish the National Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement in Washington, D.C., as part of a concerted educational, research and advocacy effort centered on the First Amendment’s critical importance to American…

UC launches new campaign for alumni entrepreneurs and innovators

The University of California today (Oct. 25) launched the “I am a UC Entrepreneur” campaign for alumni entrepreneurs. Starting today, UC alumni entrepreneurs and startup leaders are invited to submit two-minute videos and associated pitch materials…

UC secures multiyear federal grant for key academic preparation program

The University of California announced today (Oct. 4) that it has received a seven-year grant to continue administering a federally funded academic preparation program that improves educational outcomes for low-income students in under-resourced California…

UC Health urges California congressional delegation to oppose Graham-Cassidy health bill

John D. Stobo, M.D., executive vice president of UC Health, today (Sept. 22) sent a letter to the California congressional delegation urging them to oppose the Graham-Cassidy health care bill.

UC President Napolitano affirms UC commitment to sexual violence survivors, ensuring fair procedures

Regarding the decision by the Department of Education to rescind the 2011 Dear Colleague letter and the 2014 Q&A on Sexual Violence, and issue a new Q&A on Campus Sexual Misconduct.

Statement of UC President Janet Napolitano on Mexico earthquakes

University of California President Janet Napolitano today (Sept. 20) issued a following statement on the earthquakes impacting Mexico.

UC to make process of verifying student admissions information more effective

University of California President Janet Napolitano today (Sept. 13) announced the formation of a task force that will review how UC’s nine undergraduate campuses verify academic credentials, such as grades and test scores, that admitted students provide…

UC applauds announcement of grants to support California DACA students

The University of California applauds the announcement today (Sept. 13) that the Mission Asset Fund, with support from the Weingart Foundation, will provide $500,000 in grants to cover the cost of renewing the applications of UC, California State University…

University of California investment assets under management show strong gains

The University of California’s Office of the Chief Investment Officer (UC Investments) announced today (Sept. 12) that its assets under management grew to $109.8 billion as of June 30, a $12.2 billion increase over a year ago.

UC supports agreement between state Legislature and Governor to assist DACA recipients

The University of California today (Sept. 12) issued a statement thanking Gov. Jerry Brown and the California Legislature for providing an additional $1 million in funding for UC’s Dream Loan Program. 

UC provides guidance to DACA recipients on applying for renewal

The University of California today (Sept. 12) sent a letter to the UC community containing guidance for students and other community members who are in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. The letter, signed by UC President Janet…

UC statement in support of Attorney General Becerra’s lawsuit over DACA

The University of California today (Sept. 11) issued a statement in support of the lawsuit filed by California Attorney General Xavier Becerra regarding the DACA program.