UC Merced Alumni Association
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A major milestone for California research — Governor Newsom has signed SB 895, the California Science and Health Research Bond Act, placing $7.5 billion in research funding before California voters on the March 2028 ballot. 🗳️
Read more: bit.ly/4xZYwce
Read more: bit.ly/4xZYwce
What's a better place to sign legislation than atop the Golden Gate Bridge?
California is doubling down on our innovation economy by putting a $7.5B research bond before voters in 2028 to build on our research ecosystem, create new jobs, and develop new tech that improves lives.
California is doubling down on our innovation economy by putting a $7.5B research bond before voters in 2028 to build on our research ecosystem, create new jobs, and develop new tech that improves lives.
October 1, 2026 at 9:10 PM
A major milestone for California research — Governor Newsom has signed SB 895, the California Science and Health Research Bond Act, placing $7.5 billion in research funding before California voters on the March 2028 ballot. 🗳️
Read more: bit.ly/4xZYwce
Read more: bit.ly/4xZYwce
#iSpyAlumneye: After earning his degree in Materials and Biomaterials Science & Engineering at @ucmerced.bsky.social, Tyjal DeWolf-Moura (MS '24) entered the renewable energy sector and now helps solar power systems withstand one of their biggest threats: hail. 🌨️☀️
Read more at ucm.edu/Tyjal26 🔗
Read more at ucm.edu/Tyjal26 🔗
September 28, 2026 at 11:55 PM
#iSpyAlumneye: After earning his degree in Materials and Biomaterials Science & Engineering at @ucmerced.bsky.social, Tyjal DeWolf-Moura (MS '24) entered the renewable energy sector and now helps solar power systems withstand one of their biggest threats: hail. 🌨️☀️
Read more at ucm.edu/Tyjal26 🔗
Read more at ucm.edu/Tyjal26 🔗
Our alma mater is proud to be 1 of 14 nationwide institutions to earn the new Carnegie Elective Classification for Sustainability - the only 4-year California institution and only UC campus to receive the classification. 🌍 💙 💛
Sustainability is built into everything we do. 🌱 UC Merced is one of just 14 institutions nationwide, and the only four-year institution in California, to earn the new Carnegie Sustainability Classification. 🐾🌎 Read more: https://ucm.edu/mwdbhl
September 24, 2026 at 4:47 PM
Our alma mater is proud to be 1 of 14 nationwide institutions to earn the new Carnegie Elective Classification for Sustainability - the only 4-year California institution and only UC campus to receive the classification. 🌍 💙 💛
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UC Merced Seirra Nevada Research Institute has merged with UC Merced Climate Institute to become the UC Merced Earth Institute!
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September 23, 2026 at 12:32 AM
UC Merced Seirra Nevada Research Institute has merged with UC Merced Climate Institute to become the UC Merced Earth Institute!
www.ucmerced.edu/news/2026/uc...
www.ucmerced.edu/news/2026/uc...
Join the UC Merced Chican@ Latin@ Alumni Network as Oakland welcomes the largest catrina in the nation this October and learn about the symbolism and cultural significance. 🌟
Following the event, stay for a no-host networking opportunity at Aloha Club. ucm.edu/Catrina 🔗
Following the event, stay for a no-host networking opportunity at Aloha Club. ucm.edu/Catrina 🔗
September 24, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Join the UC Merced Chican@ Latin@ Alumni Network as Oakland welcomes the largest catrina in the nation this October and learn about the symbolism and cultural significance. 🌟
Following the event, stay for a no-host networking opportunity at Aloha Club. ucm.edu/Catrina 🔗
Following the event, stay for a no-host networking opportunity at Aloha Club. ucm.edu/Catrina 🔗
UC Merced has been named the 30th best public university in the nation! 🎉
Other recognitions include:
📈 No. 4 social mobility
💰 No. 18 best value
🎓 No. 40 best for veterans
⚙️ Highest-ever undergraduate engineering ranking
Learn more at ucm.edu/jiubm2 🔗
#CampusOnTheRise #FirstFurtherForward
Other recognitions include:
📈 No. 4 social mobility
💰 No. 18 best value
🎓 No. 40 best for veterans
⚙️ Highest-ever undergraduate engineering ranking
Learn more at ucm.edu/jiubm2 🔗
#CampusOnTheRise #FirstFurtherForward
September 22, 2026 at 3:53 PM
UC Merced has been named the 30th best public university in the nation! 🎉
Other recognitions include:
📈 No. 4 social mobility
💰 No. 18 best value
🎓 No. 40 best for veterans
⚙️ Highest-ever undergraduate engineering ranking
Learn more at ucm.edu/jiubm2 🔗
#CampusOnTheRise #FirstFurtherForward
Other recognitions include:
📈 No. 4 social mobility
💰 No. 18 best value
🎓 No. 40 best for veterans
⚙️ Highest-ever undergraduate engineering ranking
Learn more at ucm.edu/jiubm2 🔗
#CampusOnTheRise #FirstFurtherForward
@ucmerced.bsky.social welcomed José León to the Bobcat family as Associate Vice Chancellor & Dean of Students. With more than 25 years of experience in student support & mentoring, Dean León shares how his upbringing helped shaped his approach to student success. ucm.edu/kgtdbc 🙌 #MercedMonday
September 22, 2026 at 2:03 AM
@ucmerced.bsky.social welcomed José León to the Bobcat family as Associate Vice Chancellor & Dean of Students. With more than 25 years of experience in student support & mentoring, Dean León shares how his upbringing helped shaped his approach to student success. ucm.edu/kgtdbc 🙌 #MercedMonday
Reposted by UC Merced Alumni Association
Big win! @UCMerced is one of six institutions nationwide that exemplified enrollment success for both first-year and transfer students in fall 2026, per @insidehighered https://bit.ly/3SWIDot
September 21, 2026 at 6:16 PM
Big win! @UCMerced is one of six institutions nationwide that exemplified enrollment success for both first-year and transfer students in fall 2026, per @insidehighered https://bit.ly/3SWIDot
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The University of California's real-world impact is exemplified by the winners of the inaugural UC Regents Innovation Awards. These exceptional UC innovators are curing diseases, tackling climate change, launching new industries and connecting people all over the world ✨ https://bit.ly/4hBF935
September 17, 2026 at 11:52 PM
The University of California's real-world impact is exemplified by the winners of the inaugural UC Regents Innovation Awards. These exceptional UC innovators are curing diseases, tackling climate change, launching new industries and connecting people all over the world ✨ https://bit.ly/4hBF935
The @uofcalifornia.bsky.social is a national leader in research funded by the NIH. 🔬
That investment drives new treatments, supports jobs and helps keep American medicine at the forefront of innovation. Tell Congress to keep up the investment: ucal.us/speakupforscience
#SpeakUp4Science
That investment drives new treatments, supports jobs and helps keep American medicine at the forefront of innovation. Tell Congress to keep up the investment: ucal.us/speakupforscience
#SpeakUp4Science
September 18, 2026 at 1:32 AM
The @uofcalifornia.bsky.social is a national leader in research funded by the NIH. 🔬
That investment drives new treatments, supports jobs and helps keep American medicine at the forefront of innovation. Tell Congress to keep up the investment: ucal.us/speakupforscience
#SpeakUp4Science
That investment drives new treatments, supports jobs and helps keep American medicine at the forefront of innovation. Tell Congress to keep up the investment: ucal.us/speakupforscience
#SpeakUp4Science
Tune in today at noon (PDT) for conversations on how ADHD can impact your work - whether you've been formally diagnosed, are exploring a diagnosis, or support someone who has ADHD. ucm.edu/va4g7q 🔗
This webinar is open to all UC Alumni!
This webinar is open to all UC Alumni!
September 17, 2026 at 4:36 PM
Tune in today at noon (PDT) for conversations on how ADHD can impact your work - whether you've been formally diagnosed, are exploring a diagnosis, or support someone who has ADHD. ucm.edu/va4g7q 🔗
This webinar is open to all UC Alumni!
This webinar is open to all UC Alumni!
As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, UC Merced is proud to empower the next generation of Hispanic/Latinx scholars and leaders. 🎓
Stay tuned as we celebrate and highlight stories of Bobcats and community members throughout Latinx Heritage Month. ✨
Stay tuned as we celebrate and highlight stories of Bobcats and community members throughout Latinx Heritage Month. ✨
September 16, 2026 at 3:51 AM
As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, UC Merced is proud to empower the next generation of Hispanic/Latinx scholars and leaders. 🎓
Stay tuned as we celebrate and highlight stories of Bobcats and community members throughout Latinx Heritage Month. ✨
Stay tuned as we celebrate and highlight stories of Bobcats and community members throughout Latinx Heritage Month. ✨
For alumna Holly Rus, Ph.D. ’17, a passion for health psychology and real-world impact has led to a career at the forefront of consumer sleep research. ucm.edu/t57xsx 🧠💤
#iSpyAlumneye #MercedMonday #UCMercedAlumni
#iSpyAlumneye #MercedMonday #UCMercedAlumni
September 14, 2026 at 11:45 PM
For alumna Holly Rus, Ph.D. ’17, a passion for health psychology and real-world impact has led to a career at the forefront of consumer sleep research. ucm.edu/t57xsx 🧠💤
#iSpyAlumneye #MercedMonday #UCMercedAlumni
#iSpyAlumneye #MercedMonday #UCMercedAlumni
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25 years after 9/11, we will never forget. UC Merced Police hosted a Memorial Stair Climb with the Merced Police Department, local law enforcement and the Bobcat community to honor every life lost and the first responders whose courage and sacrifice continue to inspire us. 🇺🇲
September 11, 2026 at 8:15 PM
25 years after 9/11, we will never forget. UC Merced Police hosted a Memorial Stair Climb with the Merced Police Department, local law enforcement and the Bobcat community to honor every life lost and the first responders whose courage and sacrifice continue to inspire us. 🇺🇲
Many professionals with ADHD feel like they’re not living up to their potential at work. ucm.edu/va4g7q 👈
Tune in next Thursday (9/17) at noon (PDT) for conversations with UC Alumni to discuss strategies that help professionals manage with focus, productivity, and more. 📝
Tune in next Thursday (9/17) at noon (PDT) for conversations with UC Alumni to discuss strategies that help professionals manage with focus, productivity, and more. 📝
September 9, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Many professionals with ADHD feel like they’re not living up to their potential at work. ucm.edu/va4g7q 👈
Tune in next Thursday (9/17) at noon (PDT) for conversations with UC Alumni to discuss strategies that help professionals manage with focus, productivity, and more. 📝
Tune in next Thursday (9/17) at noon (PDT) for conversations with UC Alumni to discuss strategies that help professionals manage with focus, productivity, and more. 📝
📣 Tune in today (9/9) at noon (PDT) to learn the four key factors that support career growth, well-being, and long-term success. ucm.edu/hiawvh
🔍 Discover practical strategies to help you build a healthy and fulfilling professional life.
🔍 Discover practical strategies to help you build a healthy and fulfilling professional life.
September 9, 2026 at 5:34 PM
📣 Tune in today (9/9) at noon (PDT) to learn the four key factors that support career growth, well-being, and long-term success. ucm.edu/hiawvh
🔍 Discover practical strategies to help you build a healthy and fulfilling professional life.
🔍 Discover practical strategies to help you build a healthy and fulfilling professional life.
UC Merced celebrated incoming students through the annual Scholars Bridge Crossing. ucm.edu/f39c6z
From rallying cheers to hand painted signs, the Bobcat community welcomed the newest incoming class with open arms.
Congrats to our newest Bobcats!😺🥳💙💛
From rallying cheers to hand painted signs, the Bobcat community welcomed the newest incoming class with open arms.
Congrats to our newest Bobcats!😺🥳💙💛
August 26, 2026 at 12:51 AM
UC Merced celebrated incoming students through the annual Scholars Bridge Crossing. ucm.edu/f39c6z
From rallying cheers to hand painted signs, the Bobcat community welcomed the newest incoming class with open arms.
Congrats to our newest Bobcats!😺🥳💙💛
From rallying cheers to hand painted signs, the Bobcat community welcomed the newest incoming class with open arms.
Congrats to our newest Bobcats!😺🥳💙💛
Looking to stand out in your next job search or career move? 🤔
Tune in for this week's webinars for recruiter insights and branding tips to help you stand out:
1️⃣ 8/12 at Noon (PT) | Prepare for the Fair: Resume & Recruiter Insights
🔗 ucm.edu/h5up04
Tune in for this week's webinars for recruiter insights and branding tips to help you stand out:
1️⃣ 8/12 at Noon (PT) | Prepare for the Fair: Resume & Recruiter Insights
🔗 ucm.edu/h5up04
August 12, 2026 at 2:23 AM
Looking to stand out in your next job search or career move? 🤔
Tune in for this week's webinars for recruiter insights and branding tips to help you stand out:
1️⃣ 8/12 at Noon (PT) | Prepare for the Fair: Resume & Recruiter Insights
🔗 ucm.edu/h5up04
Tune in for this week's webinars for recruiter insights and branding tips to help you stand out:
1️⃣ 8/12 at Noon (PT) | Prepare for the Fair: Resume & Recruiter Insights
🔗 ucm.edu/h5up04
Earlier this summer, our newest and returning board members came together to explore new ways to connect alumni, share Bobcat stories, and strengthen our alumni community. 💙💛
Stay connected to learn about upcoming events, alumni highlights, and ways to get involved. ucm.edu/update 👈 🔗
Stay connected to learn about upcoming events, alumni highlights, and ways to get involved. ucm.edu/update 👈 🔗
August 11, 2026 at 2:54 AM
Earlier this summer, our newest and returning board members came together to explore new ways to connect alumni, share Bobcat stories, and strengthen our alumni community. 💙💛
Stay connected to learn about upcoming events, alumni highlights, and ways to get involved. ucm.edu/update 👈 🔗
Stay connected to learn about upcoming events, alumni highlights, and ways to get involved. ucm.edu/update 👈 🔗
This past Friday, Bobcat kittens Boomer and Bobbie made their debut at the newly renovated Applegate Zoo and were welcomed by none other than our very own Rufus Bobcat! ucm.edu/074hpl 😺
#MercedMonday
#MercedMonday
July 27, 2026 at 10:23 PM
This past Friday, Bobcat kittens Boomer and Bobbie made their debut at the newly renovated Applegate Zoo and were welcomed by none other than our very own Rufus Bobcat! ucm.edu/074hpl 😺
#MercedMonday
#MercedMonday
Don't miss the premiere of #KpopSharkHeroes featuring @ucmerced.bsky.social's very own Professor Sora Kim! 😺💙💛
She'll teach you #HowItsDone - diving alongside sharks, debunking myths, and bringing the science. ucm.edu/sd5xym 🦈🤿
She'll teach you #HowItsDone - diving alongside sharks, debunking myths, and bringing the science. ucm.edu/sd5xym 🦈🤿
July 24, 2026 at 10:25 PM
Don't miss the premiere of #KpopSharkHeroes featuring @ucmerced.bsky.social's very own Professor Sora Kim! 😺💙💛
She'll teach you #HowItsDone - diving alongside sharks, debunking myths, and bringing the science. ucm.edu/sd5xym 🦈🤿
She'll teach you #HowItsDone - diving alongside sharks, debunking myths, and bringing the science. ucm.edu/sd5xym 🦈🤿
Ready to stand out at your next recruiting event? 💼🔍
Learn how to build a stronger resume, deliver a compelling elevator pitch, and make a great impression with employers. ucm.edu/h5up04
📅 Wednesday, August 12
🕛 12:00 p.m. PT
#UCAlumniCareerNetwork #UCAlumni
Learn how to build a stronger resume, deliver a compelling elevator pitch, and make a great impression with employers. ucm.edu/h5up04
📅 Wednesday, August 12
🕛 12:00 p.m. PT
#UCAlumniCareerNetwork #UCAlumni
July 23, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Ready to stand out at your next recruiting event? 💼🔍
Learn how to build a stronger resume, deliver a compelling elevator pitch, and make a great impression with employers. ucm.edu/h5up04
📅 Wednesday, August 12
🕛 12:00 p.m. PT
#UCAlumniCareerNetwork #UCAlumni
Learn how to build a stronger resume, deliver a compelling elevator pitch, and make a great impression with employers. ucm.edu/h5up04
📅 Wednesday, August 12
🕛 12:00 p.m. PT
#UCAlumniCareerNetwork #UCAlumni
Last week future Bobcats met alumni in Sacramento to hear firsthand stories, advice, and be inspired. 😺
Thank you to our alumni for helping welcome the next generation into the Bobcat community! 💙💛
#BobcatsGiveBack #UCMercedAlumni #iSpyAlumneye
Thank you to our alumni for helping welcome the next generation into the Bobcat community! 💙💛
#BobcatsGiveBack #UCMercedAlumni #iSpyAlumneye
July 22, 2026 at 1:40 AM
Last week future Bobcats met alumni in Sacramento to hear firsthand stories, advice, and be inspired. 😺
Thank you to our alumni for helping welcome the next generation into the Bobcat community! 💙💛
#BobcatsGiveBack #UCMercedAlumni #iSpyAlumneye
Thank you to our alumni for helping welcome the next generation into the Bobcat community! 💙💛
#BobcatsGiveBack #UCMercedAlumni #iSpyAlumneye
Join us for the All UC Alumni in STEM: Orange County Mixer hosted by @uofcalifornia.bsky.social!
Connect with fellow UC alumni working across STEM fields and grow your professional network. ucm.edu/9c0wyo
📅 Aug. 18, 2026
🕒 6:00-7:30 p.m. (PT)
📍 The Commons at UCI Research Park, Irvine
Connect with fellow UC alumni working across STEM fields and grow your professional network. ucm.edu/9c0wyo
📅 Aug. 18, 2026
🕒 6:00-7:30 p.m. (PT)
📍 The Commons at UCI Research Park, Irvine
July 18, 2026 at 1:55 AM
Join us for the All UC Alumni in STEM: Orange County Mixer hosted by @uofcalifornia.bsky.social!
Connect with fellow UC alumni working across STEM fields and grow your professional network. ucm.edu/9c0wyo
📅 Aug. 18, 2026
🕒 6:00-7:30 p.m. (PT)
📍 The Commons at UCI Research Park, Irvine
Connect with fellow UC alumni working across STEM fields and grow your professional network. ucm.edu/9c0wyo
📅 Aug. 18, 2026
🕒 6:00-7:30 p.m. (PT)
📍 The Commons at UCI Research Park, Irvine
Tune in at noon on Wednesday (7/15) to learn how YOU can leverage AI to strengthen your applications, LinkedIn visibility, and more! ucm.edu/JUL26 📝
Stay tuned for more webinars and career fair information!
Stay tuned for more webinars and career fair information!
July 15, 2026 at 2:14 AM
Tune in at noon on Wednesday (7/15) to learn how YOU can leverage AI to strengthen your applications, LinkedIn visibility, and more! ucm.edu/JUL26 📝
Stay tuned for more webinars and career fair information!
Stay tuned for more webinars and career fair information!