The University of California filed a “friend of the court” brief last week, urging the US Supreme Court to strike down a Michigan voter initiative banning the consideration of race in admission to the state’s public universities. Read More…
The University of California issued a “friend of the court” brief to the U.S. Supreme Court today, urging that it strike down a Michigan voter initiative banning race-conscious admissions in state institutions, including public universities. Read More…
Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano was confirmed as the University of California’s next president more than a month ago, and the administration and student groups are now turning from reaction to response, preparing for her Sept. 30 start date. Napolitano was confirmed as the 20th UC president by the Read More…
President Barack Obama is proposing a challenge to American universities: stop tuition hikes, raise graduation rates or face major cuts to federal funding. Read More…
With the audit’s approval, student activists have found an ally in state legislators, whom they are now hoping can be a vehicle for change on college campuses. Read More…
President Barack Obama announced a plan to overhaul federal funding for higher education Thursday, challenging colleges to compete for government dollars based on the services they provide their students. Read More…
State officials will soon begin evaluating UC Berkeley’s policies regarding sexual assault, following complaints that the campus’ response to cases of sexual violence is inadequate. Read More…
Here is a timeline of some important events from the last year you might want to know before beginning your first semester at UC Berkeley. Read More…
To all incoming freshmen, I will first say that CalSO is terrible, and if you walk away with nothing but a sweaty Cal ID photo and an unbearable desire to transfer before August, you’re in good company. If you’re enjoying yourself, kudos. If not, hang in there. The school year Read More…
UC Berkeley will move forward with plans to construct a new multimillion-dollar aquatics facility, following approval by the UC Board of Regents at its meeting Wednesday. The $15 million facility, to be named the California Aquatics Center, will replace the parking lot adjacent to the Tang Center on Bancroft Way. Read More…