James B. Milliken named 22nd president of the University of California
A seasoned higher education leader, Milliken has been serving as the chancellor of the University of Texas system since 2018.
29 April 2025 
UC News
From President Drake: The strength that built us will sustain us
President Drake shares his vision of UC as a community with the shared vision of a brighter future for all.
15 April 2025
Events, OP Headlines
Tuesday: Regent Sarris in conversation with Provost Newman — attend by Zoom
There's still time to register to attend the virtual conversation via Zoom.
7 April 2025
Applause, Celebrating Our Community, UC News
UC Santa Barbara Chancellor Henry T. Yang awarded UC Presidential Medal
Chancellor Yang is a leader of the Santa Barbara community, a giant in his field, and an embodiment of the university’s mission.
31 March 2025
Events, OP Headlines
Registration is open for April 15 event featuring Regent Sarris and Provost Newman
Learn about Regent Sarris's journey as an author, his inspirations, his work as a tribal leader and his role as a UC regent.
24 March 2025
Celebrating Our Community, UC News
UC Presidential Medal awarded to Irwin Jacobs and late wife Joan
The medal honors the couple’s transformative impact on the university and beyond.
24 March 2025
Community, OP Headlines, UC News
From President Drake: An update on the university’s financial outlook
As one of the most innovative, research-focused public institutions in the nation, proposed federal and state budget changes would have a particularly profound impact on the University of California.
25 February 2025
Celebrating Our Community, UC News
President Drake shares a new video message for the UC community
President Drake recently released a video to share his perspective, encouragement, and commitment to advocating for UC’s future.
Don’t miss President Drake’s virtual all-staff town hall this Wednesday: Registration is required
This Wednesday at 11 a.m. (PT), join President Drake for the final systemwide town hall of his presidency — exclusively focused focus on the UC staff experience.
18 February 2025
UC News
From President Drake: Certain truths remain steadfast
President Drake reassures staff that certain truths — including our UC mission — remain steadfast despite constant change.
11 February 2025
Events, OP Headlines
Remember to register for next week’s town hall
President Drake will participate in his final UC systemwide town hall, hosted by the Council of UC Staff Assemblies.
President Drake and UC Regents celebrate five inspiring UC student change-makers
“This year’s award recipients have distinguished themselves by doing impressive work to address the needs of their fellow students,” said President Drake.
