Press releases and statements

Thursday, June 27, 2019

UC Health statement regarding federal plans to escalate ICE raids

The Trump Administration recently announced plans to increase enforcement actions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and accelerate deportations of undocumented individuals. The five medical centers of the University of California join other public…

Wednesday, June 5, 2019

UC President Napolitano’s statement on new restrictions regarding fetal tissue research

The Trump administration dealt a blow today to scientific discovery and medical advancement. Fetal tissue research has helped find cures for millions of Americans who suffer from debilitating diseases, while improving the quality of life for others.

Tuesday, June 4, 2019

Statement from UC President Janet Napolitano on American Dream and Promise Act

The University of California applauds the House of Representatives for passage of the American Dream and Promise Act and urges the U.S. Senate to swiftly take up the legislation and send it to the president for his signature.

Wednesday, May 29, 2019

UC Santa Barbara first-generation student Jamaal Muwwakkil nominated as 2020-21 UC student regent

A University of California Board of Regents’ special committee has nominated Jamaal Muwwakkil, a UC Santa Barbara doctoral student in linguistics, to be the 2020-21 student regent, UC announced today (May 29).

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