With numerous, quickly evolving federal policy shifts underway, the University of California is working diligently to monitor these developments and seek clarity on a range of issues. We remain committed to our UC values as stated in our Principles of Community, and we will continue to pursue UC’s mission of teaching, research, and public service in the most effective ways we can. We recognize this uncertainty has caused concern across the UC community, and we will continue to share updates and resources as they become available.
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Last updated Tuesday, June 3, 2025
General
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Weekly federal update brief (5/22/25)
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Letter from President Drake: The strength that built us will sustain us (4/23/25)
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President Drake’s remarks to the UC Board of Regents – March 19, 2025 (3/19/25)
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UC Board of Regents Chair Janet Reilly’s remarks to the UC Board of Regents – March 19, 2025 (3/19/25)
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A message from UC President Michael V. Drake on the University of California’s financial outlook (3/19/25)
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A video message to the UC community from UC President Michael V. Drake, M.D. (2/20/25)
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Message on behalf of System Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs Katherine Newman (2/12/25) *updated 2/14/25
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UC statement on Judge’s temporary restraining order halting devastating cuts to NIH research grants (2/10/25)
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UC supports legal action against misguided plan to cut vital NIH research funds (2/10/25)
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UC President Drake's statement on the federal funding freeze (update: OMB memo rescinded 1/29/25)
Combating antisemitism
UC remains committed to fostering an environment where every member of our community is safe and welcome. UC leaders have instituted comprehensive reforms and programs to promote safety and combat all forms of harassment and discrimination, including antisemitism, on our campuses.
Research funding
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Fact sheet: Fund American Science (4/29/25)
NIH Funding (4/30/25)
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UC statement for the record: Senate Appropriations Committee hearing on biomedical research (4/30/25)
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Take Action: Email your lawmakers to protect-life saving research (2/13/25)
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Association of American Universities: Facilities and Administrative (F&A) Costs Explainer video (2/26/25)
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Provost Katherine Newman statement on continuance of NIH temporary restraining order (2/21/25)
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F&A Costs: Myths vs. Facts University of California fact sheet (2/19/25)
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Message from UC President Drake (2/18/25)
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California Senators sound alarm over funding cuts to NIH (2/13/25)
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California Congressional members to Trump Administration: Don’t cut NIH funding to universities (2/11/25)
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UC statement on Judge’s temporary restraining order halting devastating cuts to NIH research grants (2/10/25)
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UC supports legal action against misguided plan to cut vital NIH research funds (2/10/25)
General research funding communications
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Memo to UC research community on federal agency pauses (1/28/25)
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Important National Science Foundation information to post-doctorate employees (2/4/25)
Available campus research sites
Student financial aid
Immigration
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UC President Michael V. Drake’s statement on student visa terminations (4/8/25)
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University of California statement on international students’ visa status terminations (4/4/25)
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DACA Decision Update from the UC Immigrant Legal Services Center (3/13/25)
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UC Immigrant Legal Services Center: Update on Immigration Registration Requirement Feb 27, 2025 (2/28/25)
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UC President Michael V. Drake statement on the American Dream and Promise Act (2/27/25)
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“Know Your Rights” printable wallet card (1/17/25)
Resources in Spanish/Recursos en español (2/12/25)
Health care
Research funding (2/20/25):
Health care privacy and access:
Equity, diversity and inclusion
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Re: Diversity statements at the University of California (Provost Office) (3/20/25)
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Frequently asked questions on diversity, equity and inclusion at the University of California (3/7/25)
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UC President Drake’s message on ‘Dear Colleague’ letter (2/20/25)
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Regents Policy 4400: Policy on University of California Diversity Statement