Moving the University of California forward.
President Milliken is a distinguished higher education leader with more than 30 years of experience serving in leadership roles at large institutions. He brings a strong focus on research and academic excellence, a deep commitment to making college accessible and affordable, and experience leading a large academic health care system.
As president of the University of California, he oversees UC’s world-renowned system of 10 campuses, six academic health centers, three affiliated national laboratories, more than 290,000 students and 230,000 faculty and staff.
Introducing President Milliken
In his first message to the UC community, President Milliken shares his commitment to leading the University of California at a pivotal time. He reflects on UC’s unparalleled role in shaping innovation, powering the global economy, and preparing future leaders, as he looks forward to working with faculty, staff, students and alumni.
News and updates
Statement from UC President James B. Milliken in response to the Department of Justice's proposed $1 billion settlement from UCLA
Statement from UC President James B. Milliken on UCLA research grant suspensions
A message from UC President James B. Milliken
Presidential engagement
To invite President Milliken to an event, please complete the Presidential Invitation Form in advance and a team member will contact you soon. If you have questions or would like to discuss your request, please reach out to president-invite@ucop.edu.
Contact
Please direct general inquiries for President Milliken to president@ucop.edu.
Media inquiries: media@ucop.edu
Invitations: president-invite@ucop.edu
Phone
(510) 987-9200
Mailing address
Office of the President, University of California
1111 Franklin Street, 12th Floor, Oakland, CA 94607
Please note that correspondence may be read or answered by members of the president’s staff or appropriate campus personnel. The President’s Office retains copies of all correspondence, and all correspondence is considered a matter of public record.