News & Updates

Chancellor Lyons’ Berkeley Brief

December 1, 2025

Dec 01
All I can say is wow!

November 18, 2025

Nov 18
Caring for students impacted by the shutdown

October 30, 2025

Oct 30
An American dream engine

October 16, 2025

Oct 16
A week of wows

September 24, 2025

Sep 24
Startup Campus

September 10, 2025

Sep 10
This is Bear Territory

August 28, 2025

Aug 28
Reunion and renewal

August 13, 2025

Aug 13
Our commitment to Californians

July 30, 2025

Jul 30
Largest incubator hub at any U.S. university

July 2, 2025

Jul 02
An historic splash for Cal Athletics

June 4, 2025

Jun 04
Stand up and speak out

May 21, 2025

May 21
Commencement a lesson in humanity
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Chancellor's Messages

Watch a message from Chancellor Lyons welcoming UC Berkeley to a new academic year

August 27, 2025

"Berkeley is not just a place, it’s a promise — and together we can ensure it will forever be kept," he says.Read more about Watch a message from Chancellor Lyons welcoming UC Berkeley to a new academic year

Read & Watch: Chancellor Lyons' opening statement to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce

July 15, 2025

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. You can watch the Chancellor's opening statement on...Read more about Read & Watch: Chancellor Lyons' opening statement to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce

Our commitment to UC Berkeley’s values and mission

February 28, 2025

The above video and following message were sent to the UC Berkeley community by Chancellor Rich Lyons on Friday, Feb. 28.

Dear campus community,

Each day brings news of planned and immediate changes in federal policies and funding that could impact our university. This has...Read more about Our commitment to UC Berkeley’s values and mission

Chancellor Lyons first All-Staff forum

January 13, 2025

All-Staff Forum with The Chancellor - January 2025Read more about Chancellor Lyons first All-Staff forum

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In the News

News

Discover Cal: A Conversation with Chancellor Rich Lyons

January 14, 2025

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,...Read more about Discover Cal: A Conversation with Chancellor Rich Lyons

Changemaker: UC Berkeley Chancellor Rich Lyons on Leadership and Innovation

December 5, 2024

Equity Leadership Now! hosts conversations with equity-conscious leaders from pre-K through university settings who transform structures and strategies for educating students, particularly for those who are marginalized.Read more about Changemaker: UC Berkeley Chancellor Rich Lyons on Leadership and Innovation

Chancellor Lyons at the New York Stock Exchange

November 18, 2024

As an incubator of groundbreaking research and unparalleled careers, UC Berkeley plays a vital role in driving the American and global economies.Read more about Chancellor Lyons at the New York Stock Exchange