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Andrea Ghez

UCLA and UC Berkeley faculty share the 2020 Nobel Prize in Physics

Andrea Ghez and Reinhard Genzel will share half the 2020 Nobel in Physics for the discovery of a supermassive compact object at the center of our galaxy.


Cybersecurity awareness: If you connect it, protect it!

This week of Cybersecurity Awareness Month events will highlight how Internet-connected devices have impacted our lives — and will empower you to own your role in cyber security by taking steps to reduce your risks.


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Why getting a flu vaccine is more important than ever in 2020

We may not have a vaccine for COVID-19, but we do have one for the flu. Help vulnerable populations this fall by getting your flu shot.


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Update: Distance learning resources

Are you helping a child learn from home? Don’t miss this list of helpful resources — from STEM subjects to literature, geography, music and more.


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New poll reveals youth perspectives on COVID-19 and voting

According to a new UC poll, more than 80% of California youth say they are strictly adhering to social distancing guidelines and two out of three are concerned about lifting public health restrictions too quickly.


UC celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month

Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month — a time for recognizing the extraordinary contributions and lasting influence of Hispanic Americans. Check out a roundup of virtual events related to Hispanic Heritage Month from throughout UC.


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UC tops the new US News & World Report rankings

New rankings give five UC campuses a top-10 spot among the nation’s best public universities with all nine in the top 100. Four claimed top spots in social mobility rankings. Go UC!


UC Health hospitals are recognized for LGBTQ health care equality

The Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2020 Healthcare Equality Index has named UC Health hospitals throughout California as LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leaders. Learn more about this prestigious accolade.


4 tips for investing during a pandemic from a UCLA expert

Don’t miss this expert advice from UCLA Chief Investment Officer Justin Barton, presented by the UC Alumni Career Network.


Job burnout is real. Is COVID-19 an opportunity for change?

Burnout is more than having a bad day at work; it’s a chronic feeling of exhaustion and stress. While workplaces are disrupted during the pandemic, experts are looking for ways to combat it.


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How to have better political conversations

According to UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center, exploring the other person’s values can lead to better conversations about politics and other sensitive topics.