Remarks and Writings

  Dear Colleagues,   I am writing to you upon my return from Washington, D.C., where I had the privilege of advocating for the University of California and our Merced campus on Capitol Hill directly with members of the Senate and House and their staff. During my trip, I attended the annual meeting of the American Council on... Read More

Dear Campus Community,   February marks Black History Month, a time to reflect on the profound contributions of Black individuals throughout history and to recognize the struggles and triumphs that have shaped our society. At UC Merced, this month is also an opportunity to celebrate a rich heritage and a vibrant community—one that... Read More

  Dear Campus Community, I wanted to take a moment to once more say happy new year and welcome you all back to the spring semester of 2025. Let me start by extending our thoughts to those affected by the recent Los Angeles fires, including members of our Bobcat community who lost homes or workplaces. Having grown up in Los Angeles,... Read More

  To the campus community,   UC Merced has become a destination of choice.   When Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory began its national rollout of a study on mitigating climate change by capturing carbon dioxide, titled Roads to Removal, our campus was the first stop. A conference of scientists, government... Read More