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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Last week, Davis celebrated the archival of his oral history in The Bancroft Library at an event hosted by CITRIS and the Banatao Institute, whom Davis helped develop in his time as governor.

Establishing shot of former governor Gray Davis and Carla Marinucci, former San Francisco Chronicle and Politico reporter, sitting on stage in gray armchairs. Behind them on a projector screen is a photo of a younger Davis during his days as governor.

Davis speaking with two people and showing them a page of his oral history document.

A group of people posing for a photo with Davis and his oral history document, bound by a dark blue cover.

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UC Berkeley @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

UC Berkeley has once again been named the top public university in North America in the 2027 Times Higher Education World University Rankings. This adds to the growing list of #1 rankings Berkeley has earned this year. bit.ly/4delZyI

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UC Berkeley is the No. 1 public university in North America in Times Higher Education rankings - Berkeley News

Berkeley tied for ninth worldwide in the publication’s 2027 assessment of a record 2,297 universities.

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Signed, sealed, delivered; Berkeley during Homecoming weekend is postcard-perfect ✨ Will we see you in a few weeks? #UCBerkeley #CalHC Photos by Keegan Houser and Ellie Sahand, UC Berkeley

Postage stamp edit of a photo of the Campanile at night. A stamp cutout of the top of the Campanile is on the top of the image, while the rest of the original image is at the bottom (with a hole missing said cutout).

Postage stamp edit of a photo of a Rally Comm member waving a walking bear flag near the Campanile Esplanade. A stamp cutout of the walking bear flag is on the top of the image, while the rest of the rest of the original image is at the bottom (with a hole missing said cutout).

Postage stamp edit of a photo of a Berkeley blue car with a Cal sticker on the door. A stamp cutout of the Cal sticker is on the top of the image, while the rest of the rest of the original image is at the bottom (with a hole missing said cutout).

Postage stamp edit of a photo of Oski dancing at the Homecoming Rally. A stamp cutout of the Oski is on the top of the image, while the rest of the rest of the original image is at the bottom (with a hole missing said cutout).

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Nicholas Foster applied to UC Berkeley because it “reflects the kind of environment I’ve spent my life learning in.” The new Bear Horizons Scholarships helped ease the financial strain on him and his family: gobears.me/4hf4Zeh

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New scholarship opens doors to middle-class students

Driven by the motto Fiat Lux, Berkeley illuminates the world.

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UC Berkeley @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Once again, U.S. News & World Report (@usnews.com) has named UC Berkeley the #1 public university (tied). Berkeley has been at the top of the rankings throughout much of the 21st century. 🥇 bit.ly/4xFfAUF

A multicolored gradient over an image of a clock tower. Text over the image reads "UC Berkeley", "#1 public university", "According to U.S. News & World Report 2027 Best Colleges"]

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Reminder: Registration for Homecoming closes next week! If you're registering but on Berkeley time, now's your chance to do so 🙂‍↕️ #CalHC

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Making new memories with friends new and old ✨ Whether it's through rallies and lectures or at reunions, Homecoming is the best place to reconnect with old friends and make new ones! Learn more and register now at homecoming.berkeley.edu. #UCBerkeley #CalHC #BerkeleyTime

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

One month until we're back here for Homecoming 🫶 #CalHC #BerkeleyTime Photos by Keegan Houser and Ellie Sahand, UC Berkeley

Cal Band marching across the photo with the Campanile in the background.

UC Berkeley's Fei Tian Dancers team performing at the steps of Doe Library for the Homecoming Rally. The iconic "California" banner hangs on Doe Library behind them.

A group of people in Cal gear standing in front of a colorful backdrop, posing for a photo. The person in the center is holding a photo frame with various stickers from the Cal Bears Stickers collection on it.

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

A transformational $13.5 million commitment from longtime UC Berkeley supporters Matt and Lisa Sonsini will dramatically expand the university’s capacity to translate cutting-edge academic research into ventures that address society’s most pressing challenges: gobears.me/3SQ6bey

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Academic Innovation Catalyst accelerates Berkeley's pipeline from breakthrough to impact

Driven by the motto Fiat Lux, Berkeley illuminates the world.

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UC Berkeley @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Each August marks an exciting time at UC Berkeley: the arrival of thousands of new students, who gather the week before classes begin to move in, attend convocation, meet their classmates and make new friends. news.berkeley.edu/2026/08/26/a...

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As fall semester begins, thousands of new UC Berkeley students gather for a warm campus welcome - Berkeley News

A flurry of events helped new students get settled as they officially join the Golden Bear family.

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

In May 2026, a dozen students gathered on the Zellerbach Playhouse stage to show off their costume, lighting, and set design skills in a Design Showcase sponsored by the Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies: gobears.me/4wC5QKw

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Theater design students showcase their work

Driven by the motto Fiat Lux, Berkeley illuminates the world.

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Registration is open for Alumni and Parents Weekend at Homecoming, Oct. 9–10, 2026! #CalHC Plan out your weekend with lectures, celebrations, and the Homecoming game between Cal and Virginia Tech! 🤩 Learn more at homecoming.berkeley.edu #UCBerkeley #BerkeleyTime

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

An extraordinary $90 million estate pledge from Lynn Barr M.P.H. ’11, a distinguished alum of UC Berkeley School of Public Health, is set to transform the school by providing scholarships to public health leaders of tomorrow: gobears.me/44rgvfm

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A transformational legacy for public health

Driven by the motto Fiat Lux, Berkeley illuminates the world.

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Inspired by his father's legacy, Hao Ko '94 and his wife, Fay Wang, made a gift to establish a Visiting Professor of Practice in Design at Berkeley's College of Environmental Design: gobears.me/4vioWo8

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Hao Ko: Investing in a more inclusive future for design

Driven by the motto Fiat Lux, Berkeley illuminates the world.

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

The new Alice Kahn Journalism Masters Fellowship Fund honors the iconic Berkeley writer's living legacy and supports Journalism master's students who embody Alice's distinctive finesse and talent: gobears.me/4eRxpIS

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Nation’s first journalism fellowship devoted to humor honors Berkeley writer Alice Kahn

Driven by the motto Fiat Lux, Berkeley illuminates the world.

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UC Berkeley @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and UC Berkeley are joining forces to launch the Nancy Pelosi Institute for Representative Democracy, a new nonpartisan institute dedicated to strengthening American democracy. news.berkeley.edu/2026/06/29/u...

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UC Berkeley will launch new Nancy Pelosi Institute focused on strengthening democracy - Berkeley News

Announced Monday, the nonpartisan academic institute in the political science department will become a hub for research, teaching and civic engagement.

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

The greatest honor of my life wasn't serving in the Cabinet. It was being a teacher. The Last Class — a film about my final semester teaching students at UC-Berkeley — is available to stream now at www.thelastclassfilm.com

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

When Professor Gül Dölen joined UC Berkeley's neurosciece and psychology departments in January 2024, she started working on designing her lab and office. Now, the finished space allows the lab to conduct research on psychedelics use in critical periods of brain development: gobears.me/4vapGvD

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Using virtual reality and psychedelics to restore brain function

Driven by the motto Fiat Lux, Berkeley illuminates the world.

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

UC Berkeley researchers are advancing vital work that changes lives for the better. The UC Berkeley Research Impact Fund provides a source of support for projects that can prevent disruptions in the flow of discoveries: gobears.me/researchimpact #UCBerkeleyResearchImpact #ResearchwithResults

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UC Berkeley CDSS @berkeleycdss.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

$13.5 million commitment from Academic Innovation Catalyst accelerates UC Berkeley’s pipeline from breakthrough to impact. 🔗 Read more: bit.ly/4xpfFNk @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social #UCBerkeley #Technology #AI #DataScience

Current faculty recipients of AIC-Bakar Fellows and CITRIS-CDSS Innovation Fellowship and AIC Awards: Sarah Chasins, Greg Tikhomirov, M. Saif Islam, Claudio Hail, Zakaria Al Balushi, Paulo Monteiro, Zhaodan Kong, Ashok Gadgil, Roya Maboudian, Reza Ehsani, Gerbrand Ceder, Markita Landry, Theodore Holman, Xiaoyu (Rayne) Zheng, Robert Pilawa-Podgurski.

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UC Berkeley @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

This summer, UC Berkeley welcomes College Horizons to campus—a nationally recognized program bringing together over 120 students from federally recognized tribes across the nation for an immersive college access experience. bit.ly/4uYe0wu

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UC Berkeley to host 2026 College Horizons Summer Program | Thriving

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

"Try new things and don't be afraid to go out of your comfort zone, because you usually meet the best kinds of people and make connections that last a lifetime. Go bears!"

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

"My advice to incoming students is to be themselves and take risks. Coming into a big campus can seem overwhelming at first, and you may feel pressured to find your place, but Berkeley has such a diverse environment and provides opportunities for you to discover yourself at your own pace."

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

"I chose to major in integrative biology because of the interdisciplinary courses offered, as well as the extensive research opportunities provided. Through the IB honors program, I was able to conduct my own research project and push myself to work in other labs as well."

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

"My family and I may have all attended UC Berkeley, but we chose different paths. My eldest cousin, Hasan, majored in economics and political science, while his brother, Ameer, and both of my siblings, Sarah and Dawood, majored in molecular cell biology."

Portrait of Dawood Siddiqui '22 in his regalia in front of some greenery. His stole notes his graduation year of 2022, as well as the word "Berkeley."

Portrait of Sarah Siddiqui '21 in her regalia, standing in front of an area with trees and bark and dirt. Her stole notes her graduation year of 2021. as well as the word "Berkeley."

Portrait of Ameer Siddiqui '19 in his regalia, posing in front of a step-and-repeat backdrop of the word "Berkeley." He is holding a piece of paper rolled up and tied with a blue string, and has a white stole with a dark blue honor cord on.

Portrait of Hasan Siddiqui '15 and another graduate in their regalia posing for a photo. Hasan, left, has a phone and a piece of paper in his hands. Behind them are other graduates in their regalia looking around as they walk.

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

"I recall receiving my acceptance letter during Ramadan which made the moment so much more meaningful to my family and I. I was overjoyed because I felt like I was completing something bigger than myself. I was forging my own path while continuing a legacy."

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

"I wanted to attend UC Berkeley because of its prestige and the opportunities offered on campus. The campus of UC Berkeley was so diverse and welcoming that I knew I'd fit right in. For me, Berkeley wasn't just a dream, it was a rite of passage." – Sidrah Siddiqui '26 🧵 #UCBerkeley #CalGrad

Portrait of Sidrah Siddiqui '26 standing at the Memorial Glade near the seal on UC Berkeley's campus. She is in her regalia and holding a small black purse by the purse strings in her left hand. Behind her are a group of graduates and their family members walking towards Doe Library. The Campanile stands tall behind them.

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UC Berkeley @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

UC Berkeley welcomes back former professor Nicholas de Monchaux, who has been appointed the new dean of the College of Environmental Design. ced.berkeley.edu/news/nichola...

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Nicholas de Monchaux appointed dean of UC Berkeley's College of Environmental Design

The College of Environmental Design is thrilled to announce Nicholas de Monchaux has been appointed as the new William W. Wurster Dean.

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UC Berkeley @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Graduating student Kelly Mou moved to the U.S. in sixth grade, navigating language barriers and a deep fear of speaking. At UC Berkeley, she learned to find her natural voice and started a theater company. news.berkeley.edu/2026/05/12/g...

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Being on stage terrified her. So she majored in theater. - Berkeley News

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

In 2025, The Bancroft Library became home to her archives, providing the university with an extraordinary record of her career and personal life. Tan is this year’s recipient of the Alum of the Year Award. #UCBerkeley #AchievementAwards

Amy Tan sitting with her back to the camera in a field, wearing a sweater and a hat. She has binoculars in her hand, and is smiling back at the camera. In the background is a sprawling hill filled with more greenery.

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Beyond literature, Tan has served as an outspoken advocate for literacy programs, youth writing education, mental health awareness, bird and environmental conservation, and Lyme disease research.

A young Amy Tan standing in a room with six other people. Behind her on the wall are an array of awards and plaques. She is shaking hands with a man in a suit.

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Through her novels, essays, speaking engagements, and advocacy work, Amy Tan (student ’74–’76) has contributed profoundly to her profession, her community, and the world. Her novel, “The Joy Luck Club,” transformed American literature by bringing Asian American narratives to a global readership.

Portrait of Amy Tan in an indoor environment, with blurred windows peeking out into greenery. She is resting her chin on her clasped hands in front of her.

A younger Amy Tan sitting on a dark blue couch in a room painted dark blue. She is leaning against the armrest of the couch and holding an open notebook and a pen in her hands. A window to her right filters light into the room.

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Rich Lyons @chancellorlyons.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

On a sunny Saturday afternoon last weekend, we welcomed a new class of Berkeley alums. Congratulations, Class of 2026! Go Bears! #CalGrad

Chancellor Rich Lyons standing at a podium on stage at Spring Commencement. There are yellow flowers and greenery surrounding and framing him.

Senior Class President Shaye Gonor, Chancellor Lyons, UC President James Miliken, and Keynote speaker Professor Robert Reich standing in a room at Cal Memorial Stadium. They are in their regalia and posing for a photo.

Professor Robert Reich and Chancellor Lyons walking to the stage as part of the Commencement Procession. Chancellor Lyons is pointing in Reich's direction.

Chancellor Lyons and 2026 University Medalist Charles Edward Long, Jr. hugging on stage before Long, Jr. makes his way to the podium to give his medalist remarks.

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UC Berkeley @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

At commencement, community and connection emerged as a major theme. “Across our differences, we share a responsibility to leave people more free, more safe, more seen and more loved than we found them." — Charles Long, the 2026 University Medalist bit.ly/4fmx5DC

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At UC Berkeley’s 2026 commencement, grads reflected on an education defined by connection - Berkeley News

More than 7,000 graduating students and 25,000 guests attended the campuswide ceremony at California Memorial Stadium.

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

For all the friends, family, and loved ones who can't join us on campus to celebrate the Class of 2026 tomorrow, join us online at the livestream! 🔗 Head to commencement.berkeley.edu to join in on the festivities. #UCBerkeley #CalGrad

Infographic with a blue overlay over a close-up of the star motif on Sather Gate. The graphic has the UC Berkeley seal in the top center and notes: "Class of 2026 Commencement, Livestream from California Memorial Stadium, Saturday, May 16, 2026."

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Beyond Berkeley, he serves on boards of directors and as an adviser to many startups, venture funds, and nonprofit orgs. Huang is this year’s recipient of the Berkeley Founder’s Award.

Huang and his wife at a Builders of Berkeley event. They are standing at Doe Library, in front of one of the stone plaques displaying the names of some of the Builders.

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

RedOctane which grew from a video game rental service into a well-known brand name in the video game industry. He is the co-creator of Guitar Hero. Huang continually pays forward his Berkeley education. He served as of the UC Berkeley Foundation and co-chair of the Light the Way campaign.

Huang in an indoor environment with lime green walls. He is sitting off the edge of a white tv stand with a Guitar Hero guitar in hand, playing the game on a small Sony tv next to him. Between him and the tv is another Guitar Hero guitar on a stand.

Huang and his family standing in front of some steps leading up to a large set of wood doors. He and his wife are on the outside of the group, and his two daughters are in the center. The daughter on the left is wearing a Berkeley grad stole and holding a small dog.

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Charles Huang ’93’s journey reflects the promise of public higher education. After graduating from Berkeley, he worked in his father’s business and gained manufacturing expertise. In the dot-com boom, Huang and his brother Kai '94 launched RedOctane. #UCBerkeley #AchievementAwards

Portrait of Charles Huang in the walkway between Dwinelle Hall and Sather Gate. He is leaning on the stone railing wearing a Cal branded collared tee. Behind him are a set of trees.

Huang in regalia holding a bouquet of flowers. To his right is his mother and brother, and to his left is his father. Behind them are a set of trees and greenery, as well as an unintelligible stone statue of some sort.

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UC Berkeley @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Charles Long has been awarded the 2026 University Medal—the highest honor given to a graduating senior at UC Berkeley. The 43-year-old sociology and social welfare double major hopes to help reform the criminal justice system that once took his future from him. news.berkeley.edu/2026/05/12/a...

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'A system that called itself justice' took his future. UC Berkeley helped him take it back. - Berkeley News

"Every day is a new opportunity," said Charles Long, the 2026 University Medalist. "Nothing is set in stone."

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

One more day down, one more day closer to the big day 🎓 Graduating Bears: If you haven’t seen it already, here’s what you need to know about the campuswide ceremony this weekend. We'll see you there! #UCBerkeley #CalGrad #Graduation #Commencement

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Send this to someone going to UC Berkeley's Spring Commencement next Saturday, May 16, 2026, to support this year's graduating class 🥳 🎓 Here's a reminder of what you need to know about where to go, how to get there, and what not to bring to the ceremony so you can cheer on your graduate. #CalGrad

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Levy’s leadership philanthropy as a Builder of Berkeley reflects his enduring commitment to the university. He is one of this year’s recipients of the Campanile Excellence in Achievement Award. #UCBerkeley #AchievementAwards

Dick Levy and two of his grandchildren standing arm-in-arm in a kitchen, all wearing caps. The grandchild on the left is wearing a blue and red Stars baseball jersey, while the grandchild on the right is wearing a green and gold South Bay All-Stars baseball jersey.

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Levy has also served for 17 years on the School of Public Health’s Dean Advisory Board, including 10 years as chair. Under his leadership, the school hired its first chief social impact officer.

Dick Levy with UC Berkeley School of Public Health Dean Michael Lu. They are in an indoor environment. Levy is holding a brown plaque with a blue metal plate, with text recognizing him for his years of service on the Dean's Advisory Board.

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UC Berkeley UDAR @berkeleyinspire.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Since earning his Ph.D. in nuclear chemistry, Dick Levy ’65 has built a career in improving healthcare delivery and equity. His most notable contributions come from his time on the board of Varian Medical Systems and Sutter Health, where he focused on improvements to cost, quality, and access.

Portrait of Dick Levy Ph.D. ’65 and his late wife, Susan. They are standing close together in a shaded area outside. Some wood beams and greenery is visible in the background.

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