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UC introduces new family-friendly options for faculty and staff

Big changes are coming on July 1, 2021, as UC delivers on our commitment to family-friendly policies, programs and benefits.


The invincible Class of 2021 share their stories

UC's newest grads share stories of a life-changing journey.


Firefighters battling a California wildfire

UC experts come together to address California wildfires

A June 4 symposium brought together faculty members and research scientists from throughout the UC system to work on finding solutions to one of our state’s biggest challenges.


How much do you know about LGBTQ at UC?

UC and members of its community have played a pivotal role in many landmark moments related to LBGTQ culture and rights. Test your rainbow knowledge and see how many you get right!


laughing koala bear

UC research update: Animals laugh, too

UCLA researchers have found that at least 65 species of animals demonstrate vocal play behavior similar to human laughter.


Illustration of COVID-19 vaccine

Fig. 1 presents: Here’s why the COVID-19 vaccine is safe

COVID vaccines arrived with historic speed, but the science behind them isn’t knew. Here’s how we created them.


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A new generation of storytellers emerges at UCLA

How UCLA’s Center for EthnoCommunications brings Asian-American perspectives to life.


UC statement on Gov. Newsom’s 2021-22 revised budget

The University of California is deeply grateful to Gov. Newsom for proposing the largest state investment in UC’s history.


Shayna Bennett

UC Merced’s Shayna Bennett grabs Grad Slam gold

UC Merced’s Shayna Bennett was crowned this year’s Grad Slam winner, with UC Santa Barbara’s Logan Kozal winning the People’s Choice award.


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The six keys to positive communication

Ready to achieve your goals and deepen relationships in the process? Here’s how you can communicate better.