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Jason Bircea ’17 Chose UC Berkeley Twice
By Amanda ChiuJason Bircea ’17 chose to study at UC Berkeley twice, first as an undergraduate and then as a Ph.D. student.
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From the Executive Director: Life at and after Cal
Congratulations to the newest members of our alumni community—UC Berkeley’s nearly 8,000 graduates in the Class of 2024.
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Alec Huth ’22: The Face Behind Fruit Face
By Josephine ThorntonFounder of Fruit Face, Alec Huth ’22, shares her experiences starting her locally-made organic and sustainable clothing line.
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Honoring Achievement Award Recipients 2024
The University honors these alumni and faculty with the Achievement Awards, co-presented by the UC Berkeley Foundation and the Cal Alumni Association. These awards were formally presented at the Berkeley Charter Gala, on Thursday, May 16, 2024.
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Demetrios Boutris ’83 Is Cultivating Leadership
By Josephine ThorntonScholar 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.
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Valuing Family and Social Impact Launched Kevin Lee into Entrepreneurship
By Amanda Chiuimmi co-founder Kevin Lee ’12 practiced his business skills and learned about the social sector at UC Berkeley.
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Caffè Strada: Where Espresso and Community Meet
By Alejandra Granados DominguezDaryl 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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Join Us for Work Weekend!
Join us in late May and early June for Work Weekends - a behind the scenes look at the Lair and volunteer weekend to help us get our camps ready for summer.
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Meet the Vice President: Marsha Roberts ’90, M.D.
By Josephine ThorntonMarsha Roberts ’90, M.D. plans to advance the Cal Alumni Association’s mission as Vice President of the Board of Directors through mentorship.
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Building Year-Round Community at the Lair
Reflections from the Lair staff on their connections to the Lair, a home away from home for all who visit.
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Creator of the Bear Territory Chant: Ahmad Anderson ’83
By Josephine ThorntonAs an undergrad, board member Ahmad Anderson ’83 created the now-famous Bear Territory chant, inspired by the music he heard in an African American Studies course on jazz.
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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.