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Michael V. Drake @UCMichaelDrake

Former President, @UofCalifornia. Champion of inclusive excellence, health care, research and innovation to make our world better.

Joined February 2014
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Our mission has not changed, and neither have our values. youtube.com/watch?v=EweZY_M-…

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Grateful to our @UofCalifornia community, and everyone coming together to provide support and resources, including first responders from UC campuses who are joining those on the front lines. universityofcalifornia.edu/n…

Los Angeles fires news and resources: What’s happening across the UC system and how you can help

Links and resources for staying up with the latest, along with information on how you can help.

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Today, @CAgovernor Newsom introduced his proposed 2025-26 budget. While I’m concerned about a $271M funding cut, I do appreciate the Governor’s continued interest in higher education and student success. universityofcalifornia.edu/p…

UC statement on Gov. Newsom’s 2025-26 state budget proposal

University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., today (Jan. 10) issued the following statement on Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed 2025-26 budget.

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My thoughts are with everyone in the UC community and the greater Los Angeles region impacted by the devastating wildfires.
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The fires in our region have brought so much pain and caused so much devastation. While @UCLA is not directly threatened, we have made the decision to curtail campus operations on Thursday, Jan. 9 and Friday, Jan. 10. More information is available here: chancellor.ucla.edu/messages…

Reflections on the Devastation in our Region and an Update on Instruction and Campus Operations -...

Chancellor Frenk shared this message with the UCLA campus community. Dear Bruin Community:  The first week of classes is typically a joyous occasion, and I am deeply sorry that the fires in our...

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Wishing the entire @UofCalifornia community Happy Holidays, full of joy and peace. So proud of all that we achieved together in 2024. Check out some of the highlights in this video. youtube.com/watch?v=CUOfVsNQ…

Top UC stories in 2024

In a message of gratitude to the University of California community...

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I'm thrilled that CA was selected to headquarter @commercegov’s Nat'l Semiconductor Technology Center. Thank you @cagovernor for your leadership, #UC is eager to collaborate with our federal & state partners to advance our nation’s semiconductor industry. business.ca.gov/california-s…

California Selected as Headquarters for the National Semiconductor Technology Center | California...

Sacramento, CA – California has been selected as the headquarters for the new National Semiconductor Technology Center, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerc

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I also want to thank @SpeakerPelosi, @SenAlexPadilla, @RepZoeLofgren, @RepAdamSchiff & @RepAnnaEshoo for their tireless work to get the CHIPS and Science Act passed—which established the NSTC—and their unwavering advocacy for California to serve as the headquarters.
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.@UofCalifornia @calstate @CalCommColleges will continue to support & protect all members of our communities. CA is a beacon of hope for many and we stand ready to support our state &its people as we move forward together. Read our joint statement: universityofcalifornia.edu/p…

California’s Public Higher Education Leaders Reassure Communities After Presidential Election

University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., California State University Chancellor Dr. Mildred García, and California Community Colleges Chancellor Dr. Sonya Christian released the...

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Great to see all the efforts across the University of California to empower our entire community to vote. Voting is really important. bit.ly/UCVotes
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It was a joy & honor to award the UC Presidential Medal to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. A basketball legend, @kaj33 's influence off the court is even more impressive, including partnering with @UCLAHealth on wellness initiatives and introducing students to STEM. universityofcalifornia.edu/n…

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar awarded UC Presidential Medal

The university’s highest honor, the award recognizes Mr. Abdul-Jabbar’s advocacy, his steadfast support of his alma mater and his efforts to inspire student-athletes.

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It was great to meet and hear the stories of some of our very own UC Olympians and Paralympians last week. They made everyone @UofCalifornia proud!
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More metrics that confirm the phenomenal quality of a @UofCalifornia education. All of our campuses are in the top 100, with seven in the top 25. And we’ve got the top two public universities in the nation. Congratulations to our campuses! universityofcalifornia.edu/n…

University of California secures top spots in 2024-25 U.S. News Best Colleges rankings

UCLA and UC Berkeley are No. 1 and No. 2, but that's not all — UC campuses make up half of the top 10 public schools in the country, with all nine undergraduate campuses in the top 45.

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Thank you to Chancellor Wilcox for more than a decade of principled leadership, helping @UCRiverside reach new heights of inclusivity and excellence in teaching, research, and public service. news.ucr.edu/articles/2024/0…

Chancellor Wilcox announces plans to retire in 2025

UC Riverside Chancellor Kim A. Wilcox has announced that he will retire in the summer of 2025 after nearly 12 years leading the university.  Wilcox led UCR during a season in which it emerged as one...

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This #HispanicHeritageMonth, excited to celebrate the many contributions of @UofCalifornia Latino students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Fiat Lux a todos!
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Wonderful to see this historic gift for @ucsc undergraduate scholarships. Grateful for the incredible generosity of alumnus Richard Sabatte in expanding access to a UC Santa Cruz education. news.ucsc.edu/2024/09/sabatt…

Estimated $20 million gift to UC Santa Cruz for undergraduate scholarships to support educational...

The late Richard “Rick” Sabatte (Kresge ’75, psychology) established a scholarship fund that will provide full four-year scholarships and living expenses to hundreds of student-scholars with demons...

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These rankings from @wsj and @forbes come as no surprise, I see the excellence of our campuses in action every single day. universityofcalifornia.edu/n…

University of California campuses rise to the top in two new rankings

In new rankings from the Wall Street Journal and Forbes, all nine undergraduate campuses stood out for how well they prepare graduates for future success.

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University of California research is helping Californians protect their homes from wildfire. Great tips from the dedicated people at UC Agriculture and Natural Resources @ucanr here. universityofcalifornia.edu/n…

You can’t stop wildfire, but you can take steps to fireproof your home

Practical tips informed by cutting-edge research from UC Cooperative Extension foresters.

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Wonderful to have physicians like @asmakilahweber in public service! @UofCalifornia is grateful to partner with her on this bill to expand access to donor milk for newborns in need. universityofcalifornia.edu/p…

Access to life-saving nutrition for babies is closer to becoming law as AB 3059 heads to governor’s...

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...

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It’s always a pleasure to meet with our inspiring student leaders. Congratulations to the incoming leadership of @_UCSA, @ucgpc and @UofCalifornia Council of Presidents!
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