In a recent conversastion with @uofcalifornia.bsky.social President James Milliken, @ucmerced.bsky.social Chancellor Muñoz reflects on the incredible achievements and impact UC Merced in the Central Valley and beyond.
Learn more and watch the recording at ucm.edu/tq8u7t
A diverse group of students and alumni pose together after a lake cleanup.
Student Philanthropy Month wraps up on April 5th. Consider supporting 8 incredible student organization projects before the campaign ends! Learn more at ucm.edu/SPM26 👈 #BobcatsGiveBack
From Merced to the world, UC Merced has been recognized as a Gilman Top Producing Institution! ucm.edu/mrdt3n
Tell us how study abroad impacted you, comment below! 👇
A diverse group of alumni hold UC Merced pennants and tote bags as they pose together.
UC Merced will be in Oakland tomorrow, April 1 for brews, bites, and family-friendly activities! Register today to connect with fellow Bobcats, campus leaders, and pick-up some Bobcat swag - engage.ucmerced.edu/Oak
This event is open to friends and family of all ages!
Don't miss out on today's UC Alumni Career Network webinar, "Cultivating a Healthy Work/Life Balance." Register to attend via zoom and/or to receive a recording - ucm.edu/647qz0
From Delhi to UC Merced, Nayelyi Salazar took a leap of faith.
Now a public health major, Honors student and peer navigator, she’s proving what’s possible. Read more here 🔗 ucm.edu/wtyqla
Interested in pursuing a law degree? Your journey can start at any stage. Explore the post‑grad application process and hear real experiences from UCLA Law students and alumni in our upcoming UC Alumni Career Network webinar. ucm.edu/5t69u3 ⚖️📜
Image of a woman holding a plant with the text "Cultivating a Healthy Work/Life Balance" on Wednesday, March 25 at noon PDT.
Tune in at noon next Thursday, March 25 to refocus, realign, and reset priorities to build and cultivate a healthy work/life balance - ucm.edu/647qz0 🙌
Group photo of diverse Bobcat alumni posing outdoors in front of vineyard rows and tall cypress trees on a sunny day.
Don't forget to check your email for updates and events near you! Checkout this month's newsletter for a snapshot of what's coming up next - ucm.edu/k62wpb
Stay in the know wherever you go, update your contact info with us at ucm.edu/update!
Large group of diverse people posing outdoors in front of UC Merced's Mobile Maker Lab truck on a sunny day after a lake cleanup.
Don't forget to join us tomorrow (3/14) for our annual Lake Yosemite Cleanup to beautify our community. Snacks, beverages, lunch, and swag to be provided: ucm.edu/BGB
Group of six diverse University of California Merced alumni holding blue and yellow alumni pennants and tote bags in front of a UC Merced backdrop.
We’re celebrating five years of Student Philanthropy Month this March - a tradition that helps students discover how leadership, service, gratitude and giving strengthen our UC Merced community. ucm.edu/7sq20h
Confirmed employers at the career and internship fair include Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Tesla, Veeva, Webcor, California State Parks, Gallo, the Maddy Institute, Enterprise Mobility and more! Join us on March 12, 2026 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the UC Merced Conference Center. Register for the event at ucm.edu/cifs26
Whether you're an alum or student, you're invited to attend the upcoming UC Merced Career & Internship Fair next Thursday (3/12)! Register via Handshake at ucm.edu/CIFS26
UC Davis Alumni Careers & Identity Conference on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at Aggie Square. Image features a variety of attendees who participated in the 2025 conference, smiling as they engage with other attendees.
Looking to make a career pivot, gain momentum in your field, or reconnect with your purpose?
Join us this weekend at UC Davis for the Alumni Careers & Identity Conference. Learn more and register here: ucm.edu/d0yafb
Beyond the familiar names, Black scholars and innovators reshaped disciplines and transformed American life — often in the face of resistance. UC Merced faculty reflect on the figures who shaped their fields. 🔗 ucm.edu/m4z4dr
Learn how ethics, accountability, and staying rooted in her “why” have shaped Shavone's ('12) career path, guided her leadership, and grounded her purpose - www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ekl_xjjOCug
#iSpyAlumneye #UCMerced #LetTheJourneyContinue
Blue background with red Lunar New Year elements including flowers, lantern, and a horse for the 2026 zodiac. Text in gold reads as "Happy Lunar New Year."
Happy Lunar New Year Bobcats! Wishing you all much joy, prosperity, and endless opportunities. 🎊🐎🎉
Let us know what traditions you always look forward to!
Cultivating a Healthy Work/Life Balance webinar hosted on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 from noon to 1:30 pm via zoom. Image depicts a woman in a hat and cardigan walking through an outdoor greenhouse surrounded by growing plants.
Feeling overwhelmed by competing demands at work and at home, or hoping to prevent burnout before it starts? 🤔💭
Tune in on 3/25 to reflect, reset priorities, and walk away with clear, actionable steps for building a life that feels balanced and meaningful. ucm.edu/647qz0 😌
Smartphone and tablet displaying articles about Fanny O'Vincent's medical journey through the AltaMed Summer program.
Fanny practicing medical examination on a mannequin head in a clinical training setting.
Fanny and three other young adults standing indoors holding stuffed unicorn toys, posing in front of a white backdrop with a red and white wall behind them.
Students observe a live demonstration on a patient lying face down on an examination table in a clinical training room.
Alumna Fanny O’Vincent ’24 advanced her goal of becoming a physician through the AltaMed Scholars Summer Program - gaining mentorship, hands-on experience, and a deeper commitment to serving underserved communities. ucm.edu/ox17tc
#BlackHistoryMonth recognizes the lasting contributions of Black scholars and leaders who have shaped academia. This month, UC Merced faculty reflect on the Black trailblazers who continue to inspire research on our campus.
UC Davis Alumni Careers & Identity Conference on Saturday, February 28 at Aggie Square. Register now!
UC Alumni are invited to the upcoming Alumni Careers & Identity Conference on 2/28 at UC Davis! ucm.edu/d0yafb
Whether you’re thinking about a career change, building momentum in your field, or reconnecting with your purpose, this conference is designed to support your next step.
Career & Internship Fair on Thursday, March 12 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the UC Merced Conference Center. Image includes highlights from past career fairs including photos of students speaking to employers and other attendees.
📅 Save-the-date: UC Merced's Career & Internship Fair returns on March 12, 2026! bit.ly/ucmcif26
Explore career options, expand your connections, and connect with top employers. This opportunity is open to all students and alumni.
The 2026-27 CA state budget is out and we’re going to need your help ensuring that in a challenging budget year, #HigherEd remains a priority! Your voice is powerful - can we count on you to advocate for #UC? #UCAdvocate ucm.edu/7aplme
Image of UC Merced's iconic Beginnings sculpture featuring students crossing the CTK quad. Image includes text, "From the Ground Up: Building UC Merced" along with exhibition details from January 20 to February 20 with a symposium on Thursday, January 29 at 6:30 pm at Bauer Wurster Hall Gallery at UC Berkeley.
Calling all Bay Area Bobcats: You're invited to UC Berkeley on 1/29 for the opening reception and symposium of "From the Ground Up: Building UC Merced." ucm.edu/mrjefh
Explore how visionaries, designers, and community partners built the first new UC campus of the 21st century!
A transformative gift from the Campos Foundation to support students and athletics was announced last Fall as the @ucmerced.bsky.social community came together to celebrate 20 years of firsts.
Learn how alumna Christien Lindblöm ’11 bridged connections with her alma mater.
Learn, Engage, Advocate: Understanding the State Budget Process, today at noon to 2 p.m. PT. Hosted by the UC Chicanx Latinx Alumni Association
📣 Tune in Today at noon for insights on California's state budget process to learn how to effectively advocate on higher education budget items/issues impacting our students, faculty and communities! Register at ucm.edu/JAN26 👈
As we welcome a new year, we wanted to make sure you didn’t miss your exclusive alumni access to the digital copy of the latest UC Merced Magazine. ucm.edu/Magazine20
University of California Chicanx Latinx Alumni Association webinar on understanding the state budget process, scheduled for January 14, from noon to 2 p.m. (PT)
Join the UC Chicanx Latinx Alumni Association for an interactive webinar on California’s state budget process and how to effectively advocate on higher education budget items/issues impacting our UC Latinx communities and beyond. ucm.edu/JAN26
As 2025 comes to a close, we reflect on the moments that shaped this year. Thank you for being part of our UC Merced alumni community, and cheers to a bright and bold 2026! #LetTheJourneyContinue ucm.edu/news2025
As we wrap up 2025, we’re reflecting on the moments that shaped UC Merced. Explore our top news stories here 🔗 ucm.edu/news2025
UC Merced's social media is signing off for break & wishing you a joyful holiday season. See you in 2026, Bobcats!
Once a Bobcat, always a Bobcat. Congratulations #UCM2025 grads and welcome to the alumni association! We're excited to join you on this new chapter of your journey as leaders, trailblazers, and changemakers. #LetTheJourneyContinue 🙌
