UC Irvine is the nation’s only top research university to offer a certificate program to those who’ve served in the military.
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UC to continue to champion diverse student body despite rejection of Proposition 16
The University of California is disappointed that Proposition 16, the state ballot measure and constitutional amendment that would have repealed Proposition 209, did not pass in this election. Proposition 16 would have helped reverse the detrimental and far-reaching initiative that banned the consideration of race, ethnicity and gender in admissions across public higher education, and other arenas, almost a quarter-century ago.
UC Davis to establish 4-year program for students with intellectual disabilities
The campus receives a $2.1M grant from the U.S. DOE to create a program that will be the first of its kind in California.
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New poll: California youth carefully following COVID-19 health guidelines, motivated to vote because of pandemic and protests against racial injustice
More than 80 percent of California youth say they are strictly adhering to social distancing guidelines and 2 out of 3 are concerned about lifting public health restrictions too quickly, according to a new poll the University of California released today (Sept. 21).
UC shines in new rankings for social mobility, contributing to the public good
All nine undergraduate campuses stand out for social mobility, research and public service.
As classes kick off, UC students and advisers share secrets to succeeding in an unprecedented year
Students are finding the silver lining and building community in new ways while staying at home.
End of affirmative action at UC hurt Black, Latinx students, study finds
More than 1,000 students per year were deterred from applying to the UC system — but most would have been admitted, the study says.
First-gen faculty leader: Rebecca Covarrubias
The social psychology professor documents the experiences of students who are the first in their family to attend college.
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.
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.
Hispanic enrollment report names UC Riverside No. 1
It is the nation's only selective public university to meet or exceed its potential pool of Hispanic students.