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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…

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).

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…

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.…

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…

Updates on UC campus climate efforts

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

Update on search for the 22nd University of California president

University of California Board of Regents Chair Janet Reilly today named the regental members of a special committee to lead the search for the 22nd UC president.

Stocks and real estate power UC’s investments to $180 billion at fiscal year end

The University of California’s Office of the Chief Investment Officer (UC Investments) announced today (August 1) that the UC endowment returned 12.8% at the end of the 2023-2024 fiscal year, while its pension was up 12.2% and working capital, 9.7%. The…

University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., announces plans to step down next year

University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., announced today that he will step down from his role at the end of the 2024-25 academic year after five years leading California’s world-renowned public research university system. Dr. Drake was…

Letter to the UC community from President Michael V. Drake, M.D.

A note from President Drake about his decision to step down from his role as president at the end of the 2024-25 academic year.

La Universidad de California rompe récords de admisión, con aumentos en el número de estudiantes de primer año y transferidos de universidades comunitarias que provienen de California y de comunidades subrepresentadas

La Universidad de California anunció hoy (31 de julio) que ha admitido a su clase más grande y diversa hasta la fecha. Este logro se debe a los aumentos significativos en la cantidad de residentes de California, estudiantes subrepresentados y estudiantes…

The University of California breaks admissions records, with surges in California and underrepresented first-year admits and community college transfers

The University of California announced today (July 31) that it has admitted its largest and most diverse class to date. This achievement is driven by significant increases in the number of California residents, underrepresented students, and California…