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University of California launches new Spanish-language admissions website to empower Latino families

As the pursuit of higher education takes center stage for students nationwide, the University of California is announcing a new initiative aimed at expanding access and simplifying the college admissions process for Spanish-speaking communities. Introducing "…

University of California president, 10 campus chancellors issue statement on intolerance of campus bigotry

University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., and the 10 University of California chancellors sent the following message today (Friday, Nov. 10, 2023) to members of the UC community: To the University of California community, We write today to…

University of California and United Auto Workers 2865 joint statement

After months of negotiations, the UAW agreed to accept the accountability proposed by the University for the vandalism at the Marine Conservation and Technology Facility (“MCTF”) and disruption of the Alumni Awards Celebration at UC San Diego.

Advisory committee named for UCLA chancellor search

University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., has announced the formation of a search advisory committee of university faculty, staff, students, alumni and foundation representatives to help in the international search for a new chancellor to…

UC convenes historic forum on nearly $100 million in California climate action projects

The University of California is hosting a showcase of projects and research aimed at helping the state in its critical fight against climate change today (Oct. 25) and tomorrow (Oct. 26) in Sacramento.

University of California recognizes signing of unique transfer student pilot program collaboration with state leaders

University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., systemwide Provost Katherine S. Newman, and UC Academic Senate Chair James Steintrager, today (Oct. 10) released a statement recognizing a unique collaboration between the University and state leaders…

University of California statement on Mideast violence

University of California Board of Regents Chair Richard Leib and UC President Michael V. Drake, M.D., shared the following statement today, Monday, Oct. 9, 2023, in the wake of a violent weekend in the Middle East,

Statement by University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., on the passing of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein

University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., made the following statement today (Friday, Sept. 29) about the passing of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein.

UC statement on the passing of California Senator Dianne Feinstein

University of California Board of Regents Chair Richard Leib made the following statement today about the passing of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein: “The University of California community is mourning the passing of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, a historic…

Advisory committee named for UC Berkeley chancellor search

University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., has announced the formation of a search 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 marks National Hispanic Heritage Month

Today (Sept. 15), the University of California begins its celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month with the addition of a new Spanish wordmark across its digital platforms and the UniversityofCalifornia.edu website. National Hispanic Heritage Month…

University of California statement following California State Senate Committee vote on ACA 6

The University of California released the following statement today (Sept. 11) after the California State Senate Standing Committee on Elections and Constitutional Amendments voted not to advance ACA 6.