State GovernmentUniversity Of California Alleges $12M Health Fraud SchemeApril 21, 2017The University of California says nearly $12 million has been stolen in a health care fraud scheme that targeted students through their health plans.
State GovernmentUC Settles Sexual Harassment Suit For $1.7 MillionApril 19, 2017The University of California regents have agreed to a $1.7 million settlement that will be paid out over the next decade to an employee who accused UC Berkeley's former law school dean of sexual harassment.
UC Study Mines Big Data To Track Health Outcomes For At-Risk YouthApril 18, 2017 | Julia MitricMost teens who attempt suicide survive. But they may have worse overall health outcomes compared with peers who don't attempt suicide. A new UC study will be the first to use big data to gain insights into the health of this at-risk group. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
UC President To Send 'Strong' Message On Mexico TripMarch 24, 2017University of California President Janet Napolitano is crossing the border next week with a message of friendship for Mexico: That America should not isolate its neighbor. She clearly hopes it will resonate in Washington, DC.
State GovernmentCalifornia State University System Approves 5 Percent Tuition HikeMarch 22, 2017 | Chris NicholsThousands of California State University students will pay more for their education starting this fall. That's because CSU trustees approved a 5 percent tuition increase on Wednesday despite strong opposition from students and some state leaders.
UC Considers First-Ever Nonresident Enrollment CapMarch 7, 2017 | Sally LongeneckerUniversity of California regents are proposing the first-ever cap on enrollment of out-of-state undergraduates. The proposal comes after a state audit of the UC's concluded the system was enrolling nonresidents at the expense of California students.
Lawsuit Alleges Animal Cruelty At Cal ExpoFebruary 16, 2017 | Steve MilneThe Animal Legal Defense Fund is suing Cal Expo and Regents of the University of California for alleged animal cruelty during the State Fair at Cal Expo. The suit is intended to stop the fair from displaying pregnant pigs in confined cages. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California And Baja Build Bridge Through Youth Agricultural Program February 2, 2017Students south of the border are learning to plant their own vegetable patch in a program a lot like 4-H. The UC and the Agriculture Secretary of Baja are teaming up to offer hands-on classes and mentoring to low-income children in Mexicali. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
University Of California's Napolitano In Hospital For CancerJanuary 17, 2017(AP) - The University of California says President Janet Napolitano, a former U.S. Homeland Security secretary, is undergoing treatment for cancer and is hospitalized with complications.
UC Davis Employees Participate In Statewide StrikeJanuary 10, 2017 | Sally LongeneckerMany employees at UC Davis and the UC Davis Medical Center are striking Tuesday as part of a statewide day of action across all UC campuses. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
