James B. Milliken
University of California’s 22nd president
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.
UC’s Best of the Year: A Nobel record, a Grammy and a World Series Ring
UC President James B. Milliken shares UC’s standout 2025 wins, from research accolades — including new Nobel Prizes — to major medical breakthroughs and hands-on support for Californians in need. He also highlights our remarkable UC community, whose talent, creativity and dedication make every milestone possible.
News and updates
President’s Leadership Conversations: UC Irvine Chancellor Howard Gillman
Substack: The Gold and the Blue: An Homage to Clark Kerr
President James B. Milliken’s opening remarks at the UC Board of Regents November Meeting as delivered
The Gold and the Blue, Volume 22
Follow President Milliken on Substack, where he shares reflections on the state of higher education, UC’s enduring strengths, and other thoughts along the way.
Presidential engagement
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Contact
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Phone
(510) 987-9200
Mailing address
Office of the President, University of California
1111 Franklin Street, 12th Floor, Oakland, CA 94607
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