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Advisory committee named for UC Davis chancellor search

University of California President Janet Napolitano today (Sept. 13) announced the formation of an advisory committee of university faculty, staff, students, alumni and foundation representatives to help in the international search for a new chancellor to…

University of California assets remain steady at roughly $98 billion

The University of California’s Office of the Chief Investment Officer announced today that the value of its assets under management remained largely unchanged over the past fiscal year, while recent gains have pushed the total beyond $100 billion.

Statement from UC President Napolitano about UC Berkeley Chancellor Dirks

University of California President Janet Napolitano issued a statement on the resignation of UC Berkeley Chancellor Nicholas B. Dirks.

University of California announces recipients of UC Cures for Alzheimer’s Disease awards

The University of California announced on Monday (July 25) the recipients of the UC Cures for Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative awards, which were created to accelerate the development of promising Alzheimer’s disease research by UC scientists.

University of California tops list of universities granted US patents

The University of California ranked first in the world among universities granted U.S. utility patents in 2015, according to a new report.

UC commits $3.3 million to tackle food access issues

The funding reflects the UC Global Food Initiative goal of promoting a nutritious, sustainable food supply.

UC admits 15 percent more California freshmen for fall 2016, increases diversity

The University of California today (July 6) released data that show significant gains in the number of California freshman and transfer students admitted to UC campuses for fall 2016, including those from historically underrepresented groups.

UC statement on US Supreme Court decision in Fisher v. University of Texas case

While it is good news on a critical issue for the country, the decision does not directly impact the University of California.

University of California announces Global Food Initiative 30 Under 30 Awards

Inaugural award program recognizes young leaders making outstanding contributions in the fight to solve the global food crisis.

Statement from UC President Janet Napolitano

University of California President Janet Napolitano made a statement today (June 2) about the tragic events at UCLA.

TomKat UC Carbon Neutrality Project launched with $300,000 donation to combat climate change

The University of California launched the TomKat UC Carbon Neutrality Project with a $300,000 gift from the TomKat Foundation, established by Tom Steyer and Kathryn Taylor. The TomKat UC Carbon Neutrality Project seeks to develop and deploy solutions to the…

UC student regent nominated for 2017-18

A University of California Board of Regents special committee has nominated UC Berkeley law student Paul Monge as the 2017-18 student regent, UC announced today (May 18).