University of California, Berkley
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UC Berkeley updates branding under new chancellor
As the school year begins, UC Berkeley has introduced new brand guidelines to align more closely with other University of California schools. This initiative aims to address the confusion stemming from the dual identities of UC Berkeley and Cal.
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University reaffirms commitment to free speech as new academic year begins
This message was sent pursuant to guidance from the University of California Office of the President by Public Affairs on August 19, 2024.
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UC Berkeley Chancellor addresses new free speech guidelines amid start of academic year
Chancellor Rich Lyons, following new guidance on campus free speech policies from the University of California Office of the President, shared a message with the campus community on Monday.
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UC Berkeley announces record-breaking $1.31 billion fundraising achievement
UC Berkeley has announced a record-breaking fundraising achievement for the 2023-24 fiscal year, raising $1.31 billion in philanthropic support. Chancellor Rich Lyons conveyed his gratitude to the campus community, emphasizing the significant impact of these contributions on students, faculty, and programs.
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Experts discuss emotional themes in 'Inside Out 2' during Berkeley Talks
There’s a scene toward the end of the new Pixar film Inside Out 2 where the main character, 13-year-old Riley, is having a panic attack in the penalty box at a hockey match. She’s just been reprimanded for tripping an opponent in frustration. On the outside, she’s seen sitting in the small space while grasping at her chest and neck, breathing in and out, faster and faster. On the inside, the character Anxiety, one of Riley’s newest emotions, is spinning in a glitchy loop at her brain’s control board.
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Police respond to reports of shots fired near UC Berkeley
At 7:40 a.m. on Thursday, police responded to a report of shots fired near UC Berkeley’s Clark Kerr and Hill campuses, specifically near the Clark Kerr outdoor track facility. Multiple agencies are on the scene. No injuries have been reported. The Hill campus is on lockdown as a search is underway for a suspect or suspects.
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UC Berkeley announces fall 2024 admissions data
University of California, Berkeley officials released fall 2024 admissions numbers today, revealing that more than 13,700 students have been offered seats as first-year students. Californians represent 79% of the first-year students offered admission.
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UC Berkeley hires four experimental physicists specializing in quantum science
The University of California, Berkeley, has announced the hiring of four early-career experimental physicists to expand its research in quantum science and technology. The new assistant professors will join the departments of physics, chemistry, and engineering, collaborating with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory to advance quantum computing and networking.
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UC Berkeley opens Anchor House: dedicated housing project supports over 770 transfer students
On August 21, when 772 transfer students step into UC Berkeley’s Anchor House for the first time, they will quickly discover that the new 14-story building on Oxford Street is no ordinary campus housing. Instead, it is a home designed specifically for transfer students, a sizable population at Berkeley with talent, drive — and a unique set of challenges.
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Jemele Hill discusses sports journalism and race at UC Berkeley event
In Berkeley Talks episode 205, sports journalist Jemele Hill discusses her career at the intersection of sports, race, and culture in the U.S. at a UC Berkeley event in January 2020.
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Young peregrine falcon recovers from injury under expert care
Nox, the youngest peregrine falcon to hatch on UC Berkeley's Campanile this spring, is currently recovering from a broken wing thanks to the efforts of UC Davis veterinarians and other helpers. While his three siblings prepare to leave UC Berkeley for new lives, Nox remains far from home as he heals.
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Coach Mohamad "Mo" Saatara guides Cal's Olympic hopefuls with personalized training approach
For Coach Mohamad "Mo" Saatara, who is accompanying four throwers to this year's Olympic Games in Paris, it's about leveraging his athletes' individual strengths to unlock their potential.
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Eucalyptus tree removed from West Circle due to safety concerns
Campus planners plan to replace the large eucalyptus with cherry trees later this year.
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Biden exits presidential race; endorses Harris as Democratic nominee
UC Berkeley scholars say President Joe Biden’s departure from the race could expand Democrats’ base. But the outcome may turn on whether they can craft a message that will ease race and gender tensions and galvanize young voters.
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Berkeley professor Ken Light documents Republican National Convention amid heightened security
Ken Light, a documentary photojournalist and professor at Berkeley, traveled from San Francisco to the Midwest to photograph the Republican National Convention. Upon arrival, he learned of an attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania. "Of course it was a shock, and I began to wonder how this is going to change the political landscape," Light remarked.
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Michael Waldman discusses Supreme Court's influence on America
In the latest episode of Berkeley Talks, Michael Waldman, president and CEO of the Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law, delves into the history of the Supreme Court and its potential long-term impact on American society. The discussion, recorded in April 2024 with UC Berkeley Law Professor Maria Echaveste, explores how recent decisions by the court could shape future generations.
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NFL player credits childhood dance camp for athletic success
The warm, yet demanding, instructors of Cal Performances' Berkeley/Oakland AileyCamp provided Camilo Eifler with an early foundation in dance, which later contributed to his success as a professional athlete.
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Rich Lyons assumes role as UC Berkeley chancellor
Today, UC Berkeley welcomes its next chancellor, Rich Lyons, who is set to usher in a new era of growth and excellence for the world’s preeminent public research university.
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Berkeley professor explores Black America's complex relationship with plantations
In Berkeley Talks episode 203, Alisha Gaines, a professor of English and an affiliate faculty member in African American studies at Florida State University, discusses the importance for Black America to "excavate and reconsider" its relationship to the plantation.
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Young voter disillusionment may impact upcoming elections
Millennials and Gen Z face existential risks unknown to previous generations. The Berkeley Institute for Young Americans reports that these voters — left, center, and right — want political action to address the challenges.