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Michael V. Drake, then chancellor at UC Irvine, plays guitar with JT and California Dreamin’ at a 2011 gala for the UCI medical school.

From President Drake: My gratitude playlist

Hot off the presses from the latest issue of UCnetwork, listen to President Drake's Thanksgiving playlist!


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President Drake addresses more than 1,200 staff at hybrid UCOP Town Hall

Read a recap and watch a recording of President Drake's Nov. 8 UCOP Town Hall.


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University of California president, 10 campus chancellors issue statement on intolerance of campus bigotry

UC leaders condemn the alarming, profoundly disappointing acts of bigotry, intolerance, and intimidation we have seen on our campuses over these past several weeks.


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This Wednesday: UCOP Town Hall with President Drake

President Drake will provide brief opening remarks and then — in conversation with Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Program Manager Dennis McIver — will answer questions from UCOP staff.


Last call: Submit your questions for President Drake’s Town Hall

Do you have a question for President Drake? Submit it by 5 p.m. on Tuesday and it may be answered at the Nov. 8 Town Hall!


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Share your questions for President Drake’s UCOP Town Hall

Mark your calendar and save the date for Wednesday, Nov. 8, at 10:30 a.m. PT.


UC recognizes signing of unique transfer student pilot program collaboration with state leaders

“The university is committed to attracting and supporting transfer students," said President Drake.


Tuesday: BSFO Health and Wellness Fair in Oakland

This Tuesday, Oct. 17, join BSFO in Oakland for delicious food and a variety of health-related vendors from UCSF and beyond!


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President Drake to host his first in-person UCOP Town Hall

The first in-person UCOP Town Hall since the COVID-19 pandemic will take place on Nov. 8 at 10:30 a.m. PT.


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University of California statement on Mideast violence

University of California Board of Regents Chair Richard Leib and UC President Michael V. Drake, M.D., shared a statement in the wake of a violent weekend in the Middle East.


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President Drake on the passing of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein

Read a statement by University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., on the passing of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein.


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“SpeechMatters” Podcast features President Drake

On the “SpeechMatters” podcast, President Drake shared how his commitment to free speech has influenced his career and leadership style.