Marco Angulo raises his fist in the air triumphantly, clutching a piece of paper
UC Newsroom |

From 'rock bottom' to 'dream job': How one doctor found his calling in giving back

We're celebrating the 20th anniversary of UC PRIME, the innovative medical training program that's produced nearly a thousand outstanding physician leaders like Marco Angulo.
UC Office of the President |

Statement on UCLA Reply Filing in Frankel v. Regents of the University of California

Prior to the start of the 2024-2025 academic year, we have redoubled our efforts to combat antisemitism and enhance campus safety. UCLA and the University of California instituted systemwide reforms and programs to promote safety and combat harassment and discrimination on campus. Those efforts will continue.

Students with backpacks and bikes line up in front of a food truck. The side of the food truck reads "Aggie Eats. Pay what you want."
UC Newsroom |

University of California leaders call on Congress to support the BASIC Act

Proposed federal legislation would create a $1B competitive grant program to help colleges and universities address food, housing and other basic needs among students.
UC Office of the President |

University of California, Librarians union agree on new contract

UC and the American Federation of Teachers have reached agreement on a new multiyear contract for Librarians across the UC system.
Olympian and Paralympian athletes stand with President Drake and Board of Regents Chair Janet Reilly in front of a University of California backdrop for photos
UC Newsroom |

UC Board of Regents honors Paris Olympians and Paralympians as they return home with medals, stories and gratitude

UC Olympians and Paralympians were invited to share their reflections on the Summer Games in Paris and honored by the UC Board of Regents in their most recent meeting.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and UC President Michael Drake, M.D., smile for a portrait, standing in front of a University of California-branded backdrop
UC Newsroom |

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar awarded UC Presidential Medal

The university’s highest honor, the award recognizes Mr. Abdul-Jabbar’s advocacy, his steadfast support of his alma mater and his efforts to inspire student-athletes.
UCLA Royce Hall, a light brick building with two towers, against a slightly cloudy bright blue sky
UC Newsroom |

University of California secures top spots in 2024-25 U.S. News Best Colleges rankings

UCLA and UC Berkeley are No. 1 and No. 2, but that's not all — UC campuses make up half of the top 10 public schools in the country, with all nine undergraduate campuses in the top 45.
Wildfire burns at dusk
UC Berkeley via California Magazine |

Here's why you can't get home insurance in California

As wildfires abound in California, the state faces a mounting insurance crisis. Dave Jones, director of the Center for Law, Energy & the Environment at the UC Berkeley School of Law, explains why the current system is failing homeowners.
Chancellor Wilcox speaks into a microphone
UC Riverside |

Chancellor Wilcox announces plans to retire in 2025

Will depart as second-longest-serving chancellor in UC Riverside's history.
University of California Health |

With AB 3059 signed into law, more babies in need will receive life-saving nutrition

The University of California and Assemblymember Akilah Weber are excited to see Governor Newsom sign AB 3059 into law. The bill, authored by Assemblymember Weber and sponsored by the University of California, will establish parity for coverage of medically necessary donor milk, a lifesaving nutrition source for babies and families in need.
UC Office of the President |

As Latino enrollment reaches record highs, UC celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month/La UC celebra el Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana con cifras récord de estudiantes latinos matriculados

To honor National Hispanic Heritage Month, the University of California is celebrating the achievements and contributions of Latinos past and present at UC as Latino enrollment reaches record highs for this academic year.

UC Office of the President |

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 technology in service to national security and the greater good. We send our sincere condolences and best wishes to his family, friends, and all those who worked with him at the Los Alamos and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratories.”

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