Press releases and statements

Thursday, August 29, 2024

Access to life-saving nutrition for babies is closer to becoming law as AB 3059 heads to governor’s desk

The University of California and Assemblymember Akilah Weber, M.D., celebrate the successful passage of AB 3059, a pivotal step toward addressing disparities in accessing donor milk, a life-saving nutrition source for babies in need. With the bill passed by…

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

University of California, AFSCME begin mediation to resolve impasse

Mediation began today between the University of California and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) to resolve an impasse declared in July. The Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) oversees the two-day mediation.…

Monday, August 19, 2024

UC offers historic wage increases to UPTE-represented employees

The University of California offered historic wage increases totaling $260 million to employees represented by University Professional and Technical Employees (UPTE) during bargaining Friday. If accepted, the wage increases would boost the pay for more than…

Monday, August 19, 2024

Updates on UC campus climate efforts

A letter from President Drake providing updates on UC campus climate efforts.

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