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Celebrate Veterans Day with UC

On Wednesday, Nov. 11, UC will join Americans nationwide in recognizing Veterans Day by expressing gratitude for the selfless and meaningful service the veterans of our armed forces have provided, and continue to provide.


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This Thursday: Explore the future of travel

Join the UC Alumni Career Network for a fascinating exploration into the future of travel — and what we might expect as travelers.


A message from President Drake about the upcoming presidential election

In times like these, President Michael V. Drake, M.D., encourages the UC community to lean on our core values of respect, equity, and inclusion.


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An update on the systemwide curtailment proposal

No decisions have yet been made on the 2020-2021 curtailment program proposed in response to the economic uncertainty posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and long-term core funding challenges.


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Get ready to vote: 8 new things for the 2020 election

Voting is easier and safer than ever in California this year. Learn how you can make your ballot count.


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You’re invited: President Drake to address the Commonwealth Club

On Nov. 4, President Michael V. Drake, M.D., will address the prestigious Commonwealth Club, sharing his perspective of challenges facing higher education during a global pandemic and societal unrest.


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UC Merced hosts President Drake’s first campus visit

On Oct. 15, UC President Michael V. Drake, M.D. toured UC Merced and met with students, faculty and staff. Watch a video from his conversation with Chancellor Muñoz.


The experts agree: Vote early

The 2020 election is coming up soon. Check out a recording of the UC Advocacy Network’s expert-filled election webinar to learn what to expect this year.


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President Drake begins consultations on possible expanded curtailment

President Drake has announced that UC is considering a new systemwide expanded curtailment program for additional operational and salary savings due to COVID-19-related budget shortfalls.


UC Startup Innovation Challenge

Applications are now accepted for the UC Startup Innovation Challenge

If you’ve been spending time outside the office launching a start-up company or helping one grow, this one’s for you.


Jennifer Doudna wins 2020 Nobel Prize in chemistry

The award recognizes the development of CRISPR-Cas9, a genome editing breakthrough that has revolutionized biomedicine.