Press releases and statements

Monday, August 24, 2020

UC moves to scrap single-use plastics

University of California campuses are phasing out single-use plastics as part of a bold commitment to achieve zero waste, furthering its long-established, innovative sustainability efforts and goals. The new policy will transition UC away from plastic…

Tuesday, July 28, 2020

Hospitals of University of California Health among the best in the nation and California

The hospitals of University of California Health (UCH) have once again been rated among the best in the nation and the state, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2020-2021 Best Hospitals rankings. UCLA Health and UCSF Health hospitals were nationally…

Tuesday, July 21, 2020

New survey shows California youth actively engaged in elections, support expanded voting options, worry about pandemic’s impact on elections

The University of California today (July 21) released results from a new survey of California youth that provides insights into their political and civic engagement as the 2020 general election approaches amid COVID-19 challenges.

Thursday, July 16, 2020

UC admission of California students at all-time record high

The University of California announced today (July 16) that it has offered a record number of California freshmen and transfer students admission to at least one of its nine undergraduate campuses for fall 2020.

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