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University of California, Librarians union agree on new contract
UC and the American Federation of Teachers have reached agreement on a new multiyear contract for Librarians across the UC system.
With AB 3059 signed into law, more babies in need will receive life-saving nutrition
The University of California and Assemblymember Akilah Weber are excited to see Governor Newsom sign AB 3059 into law. The bill, authored by Assemblymember Weber and sponsored by the University of California, will establish parity for coverage of medically…
Dr. June Yu appointed as vice president of UC National Labs
The University of California Board of Regents today approved the appointment of Dr. June Yu as the next vice president of UC National Laboratories (UCNL). An accomplished physicist and a seasoned University leader, Yu spent much of her career in various roles…
As Latino enrollment reaches record highs, UC celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month/La UC celebra el Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana con cifras récord de estudiantes latinos matriculados
To honor National Hispanic Heritage Month, the University of California is celebrating the achievements and contributions of Latinos past and present at UC as Latino enrollment reaches record highs for this academic year.
A statement from UC President Michael V. Drake, M.D., on the passing of Charles F. McMillan, former director of Los Alamos National Laboratory
“We at the University of California were stunned and heartbroken to learn of the tragic death of our friend and colleague Charles McMillan. Charlie was an extraordinary leader, scientist, and human being who made far-reaching contributions to science and…
California’s Public Employment Relations Board ends mediation between UC and AFSCME
Mediation between the University of California and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) ended unexpectedly today after it was canceled by the Public Employment Relations Board (PERB).
Access to life-saving nutrition for babies is closer to becoming law as AB 3059 heads to governor’s desk
The University of California and Assemblymember Akilah Weber, M.D., celebrate the successful passage of AB 3059, a pivotal step toward addressing disparities in accessing donor milk, a life-saving nutrition source for babies in need. With the bill passed by…
University of California, AFSCME begin mediation to resolve impasse
Mediation began today between the University of California and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) to resolve an impasse declared in July.
The Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) oversees the two-day mediation.…
UC offers historic wage increases to UPTE-represented employees
The University of California offered historic wage increases totaling $260 million to employees represented by University Professional and Technical Employees (UPTE) during bargaining Friday. If accepted, the wage increases would boost the pay for more than…
Updates on UC campus climate efforts
A letter from President Drake providing updates on UC campus climate efforts.
Update on search for the 22nd University of California president
University of California Board of Regents Chair Janet Reilly today named the regental members of a special committee to lead the search for the 22nd UC president.
Stocks and real estate power UC’s investments to $180 billion at fiscal year end
The University of California’s Office of the Chief Investment Officer (UC Investments) announced today (August 1) that the UC endowment returned 12.8% at the end of the 2023-2024 fiscal year, while its pension was up 12.2% and working capital, 9.7%. The…