University of California troubled by proposed changes to sexual harassment rules
UC Office of the President
November 16, 2018
University of California’s Interim Systemwide Title IX Coordinator Suzanne Taylor issued a statement today (November 16, 2018), following the U.S. Department of Education’s announcement of proposed federal changes to Title IX policy, which will affect how schools handle cases of sexual harassment, including sexual violence.
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Trump can’t immediately end DACA, appeals court panel says, setting up Supreme Court fight
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November 9, 2018
The result is favorable to 800,000 DACA recipients and to the University of California suit challenging the program's rescission.
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Women earn more college degrees and men still earn more money
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September 5, 2018
Progress in ending the gender pay gap has been excruciatingly slow, writes UC President Janet Napolitano. But here's what we can do.
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What women need to know about running for public office
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August 29, 2018
UC President Janet Napolitano shares five major tips on navigating political life.
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UC innovators sought for Entrepreneur Pitch Competition
November 16, 2018
The University of California today (Nov. 16) launched the third annual UC Entrepreneur Pitch Competition, a systemwide effort to connect new and veteran UC entrepreneurs with coaching, resources and exposure to a network of investors to advance and scale their startups.
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UC statement on 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals decision on DACA
November 8, 2018
The University of California applauds today’s decision by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals that keeps in place the injunction preventing the Department of Homeland Security from ending the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.
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Advisory committee named for UC Santa Cruz chancellor search
October 26, 2018
University of California President Janet Napolitano today (Oct. 26) announced the formation of an advisory committee of university faculty, staff, students, alumni and foundation representatives to help in the international search for a new chancellor to lead UC Santa Cruz. Board of Regents Chair George Kieffer also appointed five regents to serve on the committee.
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Wanted: Student ambassadors to build UC support in Sacramento
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The University of California Advocacy Network (UCAN) is seeking student ambassadors to champion UC’s teaching, research and public service missions while serving as liaisons between their campus and Sacramento.
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How to answer UC's Personal Insight Questions
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Help keep the University of California affordable
Today's students deserve the same great UC education as previous generations. Let's grow California together.
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Sustainable Agriculture Education Association conference overview
UC Santa Cruz’s Center for Agroecology & Sustainable Food Systems, with support from the UC Global Food Initiative, hosted the Sustainable Agriculture Education Association national conference, highlighting hands-on educational efforts that bridge scientific and social issues.
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