UC’s Hispanic-Serving Institutions Initiative releases report on systemwide efforts to increase number of Latinx students, ways to strengthen outcomes
UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism lecturer, students and alumni honored in 2021 Pulitzer Prizes
Their prize-winning work spans topics from George Floyd, the use of police dogs, the coronavirus pandemic, and sea rise.
UC announces new chair, committee appointments for Board of Regents
The University of California announced today the recent appointment of Regent Cecilia V. Estolano to chair of the UC Board of Regents for 2021-22, effective July 1. Chair Estolano was elected by her colleagues and will oversee her first board meeting in July.
UC statement on 2021 state budget agreement between Gov. Newsom and state leaders
University of California Board of Regents Chair John A. Pérez and UC President Michael V. Drake, M.D., today (June 30) issued the following statement on the Budget Act of 2021, which Gov. Gavin Newsom is expected to sign in the coming days:
Can we remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere?
Carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is higher than its been for millions of years. A technique called direct air capture could help.
Don’t be alarmed by rising prices for homes, cars, and gas
Scholars say the inflation surge is likely to be temporary as the economy emerges from the pandemic.
Women are seeking election for the long haul
A new study suggests that nationwide data show women are in politics for the long haul, win or lose.
Princeton and former Obama administration leader to take the helm of external relations, communications for UC
The University of California has selected Brent Colburn to be the next senior vice president of External Relations and Communications for UC’s Office of President, as approved today (June 23) by its Board of Regents.
Scripps Oceanography Climate Scientist Awarded Prestigious Global Prize
Renowned atmospheric scientist Veerabhadran Ramanathan's many contributions include the discovery of the super-greenhouse effect of chlorofluorocarbons.
UC statement on 2021 California budget
University of California Board of Regents Chair John A. Pérez and UC President Michael V. Drake, M.D., today (June 15) issued the following statement regarding California’s 2021 budget:
What are ‘ghost guns,’ a target of Biden’s anti-crime effort?
For starters, they are impossible to trace.
The COVID vaccine came out super quickly. Here’s why it’s safe.
COVID vaccines arrived with historic speed, but the science behind it isn't new. Years of research put us in a position to deliver vaccines both fast and safely. Our UC expert explains how we got here.