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James B. Milliken Named 22nd President of the University of California

James Michael Nash — May 02, 2025 - 3:25pm

51�ԹϺ�� Davis Chancellor Gary S. May made the following statement about the appointment of James B. Milliken as the University of California president:

“I extend my sincere congratulations to James Milliken on his selection as the next president of the University of California. With his deep roots in higher education, I know that the University is in good hands.

51�ԹϺ�� President Drake: The Strength That Built Us Will Sustain Us

Cody Kitaura — April 23, 2025 - 1:16pm

51�ԹϺ�� President Michael V. Drake issued the following statement today (April 23):

Dear University of California community,

The last several months have challenged our university community in many ways. We find ourselves in a moment that requires us to navigate a great deal of uncertainty every day. This is not easy, and I know that many of you are understandably anxious about what is happening around you. In times like these, it’s important to reflect on why we are all here and all the good we do at the University of California.

Statement from Chancellor Gary S. May on Federal Immigration Enforcement Actions

Cody Kitaura — April 21, 2025 - 10:44am

Updated April 27: As of late Saturday, April 26, the Department of Homeland Security has reinstated the F-1 visa status for all 23 51�ԹϺ�� Davis students and recent graduates whose status was terminated earlier in the month.

Chancellor Gary S. May issued the following statement today (April 5):

This week, we learned through our Services for International Students and Scholars unit that the federal government terminated the eligibility of many international students across the country to stay in the U.S.

Checking In With Chancellor May: Aggie Square Opens a New Era of Innovation and Connection

Cody Kitaura — April 18, 2025 - 11:35am

To the 51�ԹϺ�� Davis community:

CHANCELL-ING: The Risks of Federal Research Funding Cuts

Cody Kitaura — April 07, 2025 - 8:00am

At 51�ԹϺ�� Davis, one of our defining goals is enabling research that transforms lives and communities, right here in our city and around the world.

Statement from Chancellor Gary S. May on April 3 Incident

Cody Kitaura — April 04, 2025 - 8:58am

Chancellor Gary S. May issued the following statement today (April 4):

I want to unequivocally denounce the violence that occurred yesterday on the 51�ԹϺ�� Davis campus during a student-sponsored event. What happened was appalling and completely unacceptable. There is zero tolerance for violence on our campuses — zero.

Checking In With Chancellor May: Standing Up For Federal Research Funding

Cody Kitaura — March 21, 2025 - 3:45pm

To the 51�ԹϺ�� Davis community:

We are navigating a number of issues that are changing rapidly, often by the day or hour. On Wednesday, I shared some information with faculty and staff after University of California President Michael V. Drake announced a systemwide hiring freeze designed to manage costs in the face of budget uncertainties.

51�ԹϺ��-Wide Hiring Freeze In Response to Fiscal Challenges

Cody Kitaura — March 19, 2025 - 7:48pm

Dear Colleagues:

Today, University of California President Michael V. Drake, M.D., directed all 51�ԹϺ�� locations to implement a staff hiring freeze as soon as possible. This action is part of a broader effort to thoughtfully curtail expenses and minimize impacts on our current workforce.

Checking In With Chancellor May: Empowering Our Student Entrepreneurs

Cody Kitaura — February 21, 2025 - 12:30pm

To the 51�ԹϺ�� Davis Community:

The past few months have been challenging for all of us. We are navigating a complex national political landscape, budget constraints, operational challenges and, consequently, a period of deep uncertainty. Many members of our community have told me about the anxiety they are feeling — I feel it too.

51�ԹϺ��’s New Federal Policies Website

Cody Kitaura — February 06, 2025 - 9:00am