Chancellor's Updates

Chancellor's Berkeley Brief

Chancellor Lyons' Berkeley Brief is emailed to alumni, donors, and parents every other week. It highlights current news — e.g. new programs, research breakthroughs, the budget, new facilities, and major gifts — as well as events, podcasts, and other opportunities to inform, inspire, and engage our community on all things UC Berkeley.

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

May 7, 2025

May 07

Fight for what you love

April 24, 2025

Apr 24

Graduate programs soar to the top

April 10, 2025

Apr 10

Cause for concern

March 26, 2025

Mar 26

UC Berkeley: One of society's greatest assets

March 12, 2025

Mar 12

Standing firm in uncertain times

February 27, 2025

Feb 27

Honoring achievement and generosity

News Archive

Campus Updates

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

A message from Chancellor Lyons: A time for caring and compassion

January 9, 2025

Chancellor Rich Lyons writes in support of those affected by the Los Angeles wildfires.Read more about A message from Chancellor Lyons: A time for caring and compassion

Watch a holiday greeting from Chancellor Rich Lyons and Jen Lyons

December 10, 2024

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.Read more about Watch a holiday greeting from Chancellor Rich Lyons and Jen Lyons