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Celebrating the legacy of César Chávez at the University of California

This month, we reflect upon the legacy of César Chávez, the visionary activist and organizer who fought tirelessly for farmworker rights, and whose story is central to that of social change in California and across the world.


Chancellor’s Colloquium panel, from left: UC President Michael V. Drake, President Emerita Janet S. Napolitano, Chancellor Gary S. May and President Emeritus Mark G. Yudof. (Karin Higgins/UC Davis)

Video: 3 UC presidents discuss challenges and legacies

The UC Davis winter quarter Chancellor’s Colloquium featured UC President Michael V. Drake and Presidents Emeriti Janet S. Napolitano and Mark G. Yudof in conversation with UC Davis Chancellor Gary S. May.


UC Berkeley students

President Drake: A statement on legislation protecting UC Berkeley enrollment

The state Legislature has affirmed UC's obligations while safeguarding the bright futures of thousands of hardworking prospective UC Berkeley students.


UC Regent Richard Leib

Richard Leib assumes chair of the Board of Regents duties

On March 1, University of California Regent Richard Leib assumed the duties and responsibilities of the Chair of the Board. He succeeds Cecilia V. Estolano. 


President Drake in his Oakland office

Watch President Drake’s newest video interview

President Michael V. Drake, M.D., sat down with KCRA 3 News in Sacramento to talk about his childhood and family, experiences navigating segregated society, career and vision for UC. 


Celebrating Black History Month at the University of California

President Michael V. Drake, M.D., released a letter to the UC community to recognize Black History Month.


President Drake: Let’s build a better future. Become a UC advocate.

President Michael V. Drake, M.D. recently released a video to speak out for the UC Advocacy Network to encourage our community to support UC.


President Michael V. Drake, MD

A message from President Drake regarding Provost Brown

Michael T. Brown will step down as systemwide provost and executive vice president, Academic Affairs, at the end of this academic year. He will stay on as senior advisor to President Drake.


President Michael V. Drake, MD

A message from UC President Michael V. Drake on the anniversary of the January 6 attack on the Capitol

President Drake reflected on the Jan. 6, 2021, attack and its aftermath.


Happy holidays

Happy Holidays from President Drake

UC President Michael V. Drake, M.D., and his wife, Brenda, send their best wishes this holiday season.


President Michael V. Drake, MD

A message from President Michael V. Drake on COVID vaccine boosters

President Drake encourages all staff to get a booster as soon as you’re eligible.


President Drake on camera at UC Davis

New video: Watch President Drake in conversation with Chancellor May

President Drake culminated a visit to UC Davis by sitting down for a casual and informative chat with Chancellor Gary S. May.