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4 UC alums honored with 2026 Pulitzer Prizes

Alumni reporting on last year's most urgent stories in California, the nation and the world earned one of journalism’s highest honors.

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UC faculty and staff rally for state investment in science

UC President James B. Milliken and other leaders urged state lawmakers to pass SB 895, bipartisan legislation that would place a $12 billion bond to fund scientific research across California on the November 2026 ballot.

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Trying on clothes at the Cantu Clothing Closet
UC Newsroom |

Finally, a closet that’s fun to be in

Trans and nonbinary students get a great, free place to shop at UC Santa Cruz's Cantú Clothing Closet.
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UC Natural Reserve System |

UC reserve system grows to include Point Reyes, Mount Lassen

The new locations will provide opportunities for scientists and students as part of the world's largest university-administered reserve network.
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UC Newsroom |

Want to ace your tests? Take notes by hand

Even a brand new laptop won't give you an edge over pen and paper.
Michelle Obama with Lena Waithe and Genesis Jackson
UC Newsroom |

Michelle Obama, celebrities, cheer college-bound students for the journey ahead

Nearly 10,000 students packed UCLA's Pauley Pavilion May 1 for College Signing Day, a massive, nationwide celebration of committing to higher education.
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UC Irvine |

Media exposure to mass violence can fuel cycle of distress, study shows

Researchers found graphic news exposure can fuel anxiety while promoting more media consumption.
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UC Newsroom |

UC women empowering their communities

For Women's History Month, we spotlight just a few of the women who share their love of community with our community.
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UC Santa Cruz |

Teens who seek solitude may be on the right track

While loneliness is often correlated with depression, choosing to be alone can actually be good for you.
Ana Claire Mancia
UC Newsroom |

Above and beyond: UC women challenging the status quo

You don't have to leave campus to make change — and these young students and alums prove it.
Female STEM students standing together
UC Newsroom |

Opportunity rising: The UC women fostering equality every day

A Women's History Month tribute to current students who are integrating equality into their lives, every single day.
Michelle Obama on stage at College Signing Day
UC Newsroom |

UC and Michelle Obama to cheer on California’s college-bound students

UCLA will host huge College Signing Day celebration of college opportunity.
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UC Newsroom |

Think you know women's history?

See how well you know these unforgettable UC women by taking our Women's History Month quiz.
Jeff Mackie Mason UC Berkeley
UC Berkeley |

Why UC split with publishing giant Elsevier

Universal open access to UC research and contained costs were important, unmet goals.