A writing workshop for student veterans offers an opportunity to tell their stories and connect with peers.
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The write stuff
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10 hidden treasures from UC special collections
From comic books to political posters and a Shakespearean tome, get a peek at some of the extraordinary objects housed in UC libraries and archives.
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How real-world learning at UC prepares students for evolving careers
At UC, 70% of undergrads participate in research, creative projects or service learning. Three new programs bridge classroom learning and real-world experience to launch students into the job market.
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The next generation of California researchers share their passions at Grad Slam
Ten graduate students from each of UC’s campuses will put their science communication skills to the test in Sacramento at the livestreamed 2026 Grad Slam on April 22.
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Watching art films can make you a more creative thinker
A randomized experiment shows that even a few minutes of viewing artistic film can expand our thinking and trigger creative ideas.
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New study explores links between early-life gut microbiome and neurodevelopment
Researchers join Wellcome Leap’s international effort to better understand early biological influences on neurodevelopment.
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UC alums win Oscars, make history
Going into the 98th Academy Awards, two films, “One Battle After Another” and “Sinners,” were seen as favorites across many categories — and thanks to the contributions of UC alumni, both won their fair share.
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UC researchers develop a genetic sensor that could allow MRIs to image molecular-level changes
In a development that could transform how scientists study cancer, neurodegeneration and inflammation, researchers have invented a new sensor that enables MRI machines to visualize molecular activity inside cells.
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Scientists bottle the sun with liquid battery
A new bio-inspired molecule captures solar energy and releases it as heat on demand, outperforming lithium-ion batteries.
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Douglass Day at UC Santa Barbara invites the public to transcribe Black history
Held annually on Frederick Douglass’ birthday, the decade-old collaborative initiative takes up the Colored Conventions and the theme ‘All Rights for All’ at its new institutional home at UCSB.
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How ‘Clueless’ used costumes to create its characters
The looks created for the film helped define a generation and solidified fashion as a key character in the story.
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Nearly 60 of UC’s youngest innovators featured on the 2026 Forbes “30 Under 30” list
UC alumni and faculty from seven campuses are leading the way for the next generation across AI, entrepreneurship, health care, social impact and more.