UC Irvine chancellor to oversee center’s administration, begin search for executive director.
UC, CSU streamline efforts, reduce costs in unprecedented procurement partnership
It may be the largest effort of its kind in higher education and possibly any industry: The University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) have joined forces around a singular procurement system that will benefit both entities and ultimately, California taxpayers.
UC statement on government’s push for Supreme Court ruling on DACA
The University of California issued a statement today (Jan. 16) on the federal government's push for a Supreme Court ruling on DACA.
UC statement on federal tax proposals
University of California President Janet Napolitano, Student Regent Paul Monge and Student Regent-designate Devon Graves issued a statement on the federal tax proposals moving through Congress.
How Captain America inspired new fuel-efficient cars
Mild-mannered materials scientist by day, comic book fan by night, Suveen Mathaudhu spends a lot of time thinking about superheroes. But it isn’t just a hobby: It’s research.
Calling all students: UC wants your input on sexual violence and prevention
The University of California is inviting students to apply for a seat on the inaugural student advisory board tasked with providing input on UC sexual harassment and sexual violence issues.
UC president, national security leaders call on Congress to protect Dreamers this year
University of California President Janet Napolitano today (Nov. 15) joined fellow national security leaders in calling on Congress to pass bipartisan legislation protecting Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients before the end of the year.
Fellowship applications open for UC’s National Center for Free Speech
Starting today (Nov. 9), the University of California will accept applications from individuals interested in joining the inaugural group of fellows for its National Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement in Washington, D.C. The fellowship program is the cornerstone of the university’s newly established center, which aims to explore the timely, critical issue of free speech on our nation’s college campuses and in society as a whole.
Why food-obsessed millennials suck at cooking
Blame smartphones, UC Santa Cruz professor suggests.
UC President Napolitano affirms UC commitment to sexual violence survivors, ensuring fair procedures
Regarding the decision by the Department of Education to rescind the 2011 Dear Colleague letter and the 2014 Q&A on Sexual Violence, and issue a new Q&A on Campus Sexual Misconduct.
UC provides guidance to DACA recipients on applying for renewal
The University of California today (Sept. 12) sent a letter to the UC community containing guidance for students and other community members who are in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. The letter, signed by UC President Janet Napolitano and all 10 UC chancellors, strongly urges DACA recipients whose permits are set to expire between Sept. 5, 2017 and March 5, 2018, to apply for a two-year renewal. Applications for renewal must be completed by October 5, 2017.
UC regents affirm support for DACA and Dreamers
University of California Board of Regents Chair George Kieffer, Vice Chair John A. Pérez, and Chair of the Public Engagement and Development Committee Monica Lozano issued the a statement today (September 5) in response to President Trump effectively ending the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.