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On Tuesday, July 15, UC Berkeley Chancellor Rich Lyons will testify before the House Committee on Education and the Workforce in a hearing regarding antisemitism in higher education. Read his full opening statement to the committee.

Dear Cal alums, parents, and friends,

I have exciting news to share. Longtime UC Berkeley benefactors Ned and Carol Spieker have made a transformational gift of $26 million to endow the men’s aquatic programs. The largest gift in Cal Athletics history, it will provide dedicated support for years to come.

Dear Cal alums, parents, and friends,

When KJ Muldoon was just one week old, his doctors at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia diagnosed him with a rare, life-threatening genetic disorder that prevented him from breaking down the proteins in his food. If he survived, he would have severe mental and developmental delays and require a liver transplant. 

In the newly-created role, Rivera will lend his extensive leadership experience to the team, both on and off the field.

Chancellor Rich Lyons responds to recent changes in federal policies and funding.

Chancellor Rich Lyons, who in July became UC Berkeley’s 12th chancellor, invites you to join a stimulating conversation on the state of the campus — and his goals as the university’s new leader. Key issues that the chancellor is addressing include Berkeley’s commitment to free speech, academic freedom, fostering a sense of belonging, and facilitating what he calls “the constructive collision of ideas.” Joining Chancellor Lyons in conversation will be Shrinidhi Gopal ’25, president of the Associated Students of the University of California.

All-Staff Forum with The Chancellor - January 2025

Chancellor Rich Lyons writes in support of those affected by the Los Angeles wildfires.

Wishing you a joyous holiday season and a prosperous new year!

From our family to yours, thank you for your enduring partnership with our wonderful university.

Chancellor Rich and Jen Lyons
Jake (24) and Nicole (21)
University of California, Berkeley

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As we approach the end of the year, Chancellor Rich Lyons and his wife Jen share the above holiday message with the UC Berkeley community. Warmest greetings from all of us here at UC Berkeley.