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_{Co-owners Linda Sanchez ’14 and Jesus Chavez ’13 pose inside of Casa de Chocolate. / Courtesy of Linda Sanchez}

Sometimes, Your Career After Cal Is Like a Box of Chocolates

Coming to UC Berkeley with a passion for social justice and advocacy, Linda Sanchez ’14 found a career path that aligned with those values: co-owning a chocolate shop.

lair staff members and young campers smiling on the playground

_{Lair staffers and campers pose at the Lair of the Golden Bear. / CJ Poloka / Cal Alumni Association}

Lair of the Golden Bear

Going Once, Going Twice! Make a Bid on Lair Auction Items

From signed Cal Athletics memorabilia to lunch with Chancellor Lyons, there’s something for everyone in the Lair of the Golden Bear’s 2024 online auction.

_{The Cal Alumni Club of Chicago welcomes incoming students. / Courtesy of Cal Alumni Club of Chicago}

Alumni Chapters

Meeting and Greeting the Newest Golden Bears

From New England to Southern California, our Alumni Chapters gave incoming Golden Bears a warm welcome.

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Alumni Chapters

_{Demetrios Boutris ’83 with Fritz, his longhaired dachshund, in Central Park. / Courtesy of Demetrios Boutris}

Alumni Chapters

Demetrios Boutris ’83 Is Cultivating Leadership

Scholar of the world, corporate lawyer, businessman, and trusted advisor, Demetrios Boutris ’83 wears many hats, but most of all, is a leader in the Cal community.

_{Samantha Lewis, Ph.D., UC Berkeley assistant professor of cell biology. / J Wang}

Alumni Chapters

Dr. Samantha Lewis Awarded the 2023 Prytanean Faculty Enrichment Award

The Prytanean Alumnae Chapter honors Dr. Samantha Lewis for her outstanding scholarship and dedication to mentorship.

Ashley Whittaker wearing her band uniform as an undergraduate student.

_{Ashley Whittaker as an undergraduate student in Cal Band. / Courtesy of Peter So}

Alumni Chapters

On the Field and Back Again: Cal Band Alumni Association’s Dedication to Cal Spirit

Cal Band Alumni Association President Ashley Whittaker ’13 shares the legacy she aims to continue as an alum.

Cal Culture

Kevin Lee ’12 posing with his business partner Kevin Chanthasiriphan.

_{Kevin Lee ’12 (left) with his business partner Kevin Chanthasiriphan. The two Kevins launched their company immi, a healthy instant ramen alternative, in 2021. / immi}

Cal Culture

Valuing Family and Social Impact Launched Kevin Lee into Entrepreneurship

immi co-founder Kevin Lee ’12 practiced his business skills and learned about the social sector at UC Berkeley.

Daryl Ross stands under Caffè Strada's door way.

_{Daryl Ross ’85 stands outside of Caffè Strada. / Cal Alumni Association / KLC Fotos / Ariel Nava}

Cal Culture

Caffè Strada: Where Espresso and Community Meet

Daryl Ross ’85 made Caffè Strada into more than just a coffee shop by drawing inspiration from the concept of the third place. Thirty-five years after opening to the public, Strada carries a legacy as a Berkeley community landmark.

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Meet the 2023 – 2024 Cohort of The Achievement Award Program (TAAP)

The Achievement Award Program supports high-achieving, community-minded, low-income, first-generation college students in their pursuit of a UC Berkeley education. The Cal Alumni Association (CAA) congratulates all twenty-two members of our incoming 2023 – 2024 Alumni Scholar cohort.

_{(L to R): Samantha Cruz, Cody James McCook-AhTave, and Paloma Saldana}

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Meet the 2023 – 2024 Cal Alumni Association Native American Scholarship Recipients

The award recognizes UC Berkeley students for their leadership, community involvement, and contributions to the Indigenous community.

2023–2024 African American Initiative Scholars (L to R): Jayden Cox, Nimrod B., Kellsey Ogu

_{Courtesy of (L to R): Jayden Cox, Nimrod B., and Kellsey Ogu}

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Meet the 2023 – 2024 African American Initiative Scholars

The AAI Scholarship is part of CAA and UC Berkeley's ongoing commitment to Black and African American student success.

_{View of the Campanile, UC Berkeley / UC Regents}

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To Receive Is to Give: TAAP Scholars’ Legacy of Service

TAAP Scholars John Lam ’24 and Alishba Sardar ’23 both came from nontraditional education backgrounds. Their experiences laid the groundwork for their advocacy efforts.

Travel

_{Dianne Fukami ’77 / Courtesy of Dianne Fukami}

Cal Culture

There’s No ‘Medium’ Switch for Journalist and Travel Lecturer Dianne Fukami ’77

Journalist Dianne Fukami ’77 credits UC Berkeley’s investment in her as a student for her continued loyalty to all things Cal, including the Cal Discoveries Travel program.

A group of 9 people holding a Cal flag and posing in front of the London bridge.

_{Travelers on Cal Discoveries Travel's Inside the London Theatre Scene 2022 tour / Cal Alumni Association}

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How to Get the Most Out of London’s Theater Scene

For centuries, London has entertained the world with its vibrant performing arts scene—follow these tips to immerse yourself in the London theater experience.

Travel

Tour Lecturer Interview Series

Cal Discoveries Travel plans and operates educational travel opportunities around the world. We partner with UC Berkeley-affiliated lecturers to enhance the strong educational component of the trips. We invite you to dive deeper with these interviews to learn more about the lecturers, how they prepare for the trips, and the role they play while on tour.

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