Press releases and statements

Monday, November 13, 2023

University of California launches new Spanish-language admissions website to empower Latino families

As the pursuit of higher education takes center stage for students nationwide, the University of California is announcing a new initiative aimed at expanding access and simplifying the college admissions process for Spanish-speaking communities. Introducing "…

Friday, November 10, 2023

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

University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., and the 10 University of California chancellors sent the following message today (Friday, Nov. 10, 2023) to members of the UC community: To the University of California community, We write today to…

Tuesday, October 31, 2023

University of California and United Auto Workers 2865 joint statement

After months of negotiations, the UAW agreed to accept the accountability proposed by the University for the vandalism at the Marine Conservation and Technology Facility (“MCTF”) and disruption of the Alumni Awards Celebration at UC San Diego.

Friday, October 27, 2023

Advisory committee named for UCLA chancellor search

University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., has announced the formation of a search advisory committee of university faculty, staff, students, alumni and foundation representatives to help in the international search for a new chancellor to…

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