Press releases and statements

Thursday, September 19, 2024

Dr. June Yu appointed as vice president of UC National Labs

The University of California Board of Regents today approved the appointment of Dr. June Yu as the next vice president of UC National Laboratories (UCNL). An accomplished physicist and a seasoned University leader, Yu spent much of her career in various roles…

Friday, September 13, 2024

As Latino enrollment reaches record highs, UC celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month/La UC celebra el Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana con cifras récord de estudiantes latinos matriculados

To honor National Hispanic Heritage Month, the University of California is celebrating the achievements and contributions of Latinos past and present at UC as Latino enrollment reaches record highs for this academic year.

Friday, September 6, 2024

A statement from UC President Michael V. Drake, M.D., on the passing of Charles F. McMillan, former director of Los Alamos National Laboratory

“We at the University of California were stunned and heartbroken to learn of the tragic death of our friend and colleague Charles McMillan. Charlie was an extraordinary leader, scientist, and human being who made far-reaching contributions to science and…

Thursday, August 29, 2024

California’s Public Employment Relations Board ends mediation between UC and AFSCME

Mediation between the University of California and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) ended unexpectedly today after it was canceled by the Public Employment Relations Board (PERB).

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