Press releases and statements

Friday, October 2, 2015

Napolitano statement on Arne Duncan stepping down as U.S. Secretary of Education

UC president reflects on Duncan’s contributions to nation’s educational progress, looks forward to future collaboration.

Thursday, October 1, 2015

UC launches first phase of new $15 an hour minimum wage policy

Under UC’s Fair Wage/Fair Work Plan, all employees hired to work 20 hours or more a week will be paid an hourly wage of at least $13 starting Oct. 1, rising to $15 by October 2017.

Monday, September 14, 2015

College scorecard highlights all-around value of UC

Scorecard's interactive website, which bases its analysis on data from students who received federal financial aid, shows that the University of California is a good investment for students, their families, and for federal and state government.

Thursday, September 10, 2015

New website helps military veterans access a UC education

The site is designed as a one-stop shop and details an expanding array of services for veterans.

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