For thousands of UC DACA students, yesterday was the news they have been daring to hope for: that they can continue their educations, remain in their communities and keep contributing in their fields, from health care to education.
Undocumented programs offer students a lifeline in an uncertain era
Support services established across all UC campuses are offering critical resources.
UC rising stars make Forbes 30 Under 30 list
Forty with ties to the University of California recognized by the magazine as young leaders in their fields.
The archaic law stopping climate activists from keeping oil in the ground
Allowing conservationists to bid on public resources — held to a “use it or lose it” standard — could be a game-changer, experts say.
How the Purdue opioid settlement could help the public understand the roots of the drug crisis
The multibillion-dollar settlement will trigger the release of troves of documents that may shine new light on what caused the opioid crisis.
Restoring access to culturally significant species with the Yurok Tribe
Law students work alongside tribal leaders to assist in a longstanding project to restore access to ancestral resources.
DACA in doubt after court ruling: 3 questions answered
The Supreme Court ruled in 2020 that DACA, a policy that shields undocumented young immigrants from deportation, could continue. Now a Texas court says it can’t. An immigration lawyer explains.
Holding world leaders accountable for environmental destruction
“Ecocide” is an evolving legal term — now with new international heft.
Research security symposium focuses on protecting America’s intellectual capital
Security experts, higher education leaders convene in late Jan. to address the rise of foreign threats.
Professor launches Center for Athletes’ Rights and Equity
New research center is the brainchild of Eddie Comeaux, a higher education professor and former Division I athlete.
Another opportunity for DACA students
A federal ruling restores the program for undocumented students. Jennifer Nájera, associate professor and chair of Ethnic Studies, tells us why this matters.
Legacy of Berkeley Law’s first Black female graduate lives on
Alumna Annie Coker is a little known, but important figure in history — the first Black woman in California to become a lawyer.