Press releases and statements

Monday, August 18, 2025

ICYMI: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar stands up for UCLA

NBA legend and UCLA alum and patient calls for protecting the University of California, Los Angeles’ future amid suspension of life-saving research funding.

Wednesday, August 13, 2025

What they’re saying: California Jewish Leaders support the University of California system

Today, California Jewish leaders expressed support for UCLA and the UC system, following reports that the federal government is seeking a $1.172 billion settlement from UCLA after freezing $584 million in groundbreaking federal research funding on UC campuses.

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

UC Opens Contract Negotiations with Nursing Staff, Emphasizes Shared Commitment to Excellence and Impact

The University of California and the California Nurses Association (CNA), which represents approximately 24,000 registered nurses across UC’s health system, have officially begun successor contract negotiations.

Monday, August 11, 2025

Statement following August 11 UC Board of Regents meeting

University of California Senior Vice President of External Relations & Communications Meredith Vivian Turner released the following statement today (August 11) after a special meeting of the UC Board of Regents.

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