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David Lu: Reducing Air Pollution with Actionable Data
By Rebekah MoanPresented by Clarity Movement’s sensors can be found in 85 countries…but none of Clarity Movement’s success would have happened without UC Berkeley. David Lu ’16 didn’t know how clear the sky could be or the true color vibrancy of flowers until he came to the Bay Area in June 2012. Growing up in Shanghai, the […]
21 People, 5 States, One Family: A Conversation with New Camper Rob
By Jessie FisherWhat makes the Lair different from other vacations? For Rob, “the Lair offered so many more informal opportunities to reconnect than had we been staying in a hotel, or a motel, or a theme park.”
Building Bridges: Emily Newman on Cal, Community, and Giving Back
By Samantha Savage“At times Cal feels like a very large campus, but I found my group and my niche there… We built this connection to who we are as students today, and then who we can be as alumni.”
Cathy Connelly Named General Manager, Lair of the Golden Bear
Connelly's leadership, deep connections to the Lair community, and passion for delivering exceptional camper experiences make her the perfect person to guide us into the future.
What Last Summer’s Camp Blue Program Director Wants New Campers to Know
By Jessie FisherLast summer, Leon Tasch, the Camp Blue program director, got a front-row seat to all the magic and mayhem. Now, he’s here to give you the inside scoop—because there’s a lot more to the Lair than you might think.
Cal Black Alumni Association Hosts Inaugural Black Alumni Gala & Awards Ceremony
By Cheryl Wright ’83, President, Cal Black Alumni AssociationUnder the theme Black Opulence: A Winter’s Eve, the evening was a breathtaking celebration of the rich history, achievements, and enduring legacy of Cal Black Alumni—visionaries, leaders, and trailblazers across industries. Alumni spanning generations—from the Class of 1961 to the Class of 2024—gathered to honor one another as changemakers shaping the future and paving the […]
Golden Bear Love Stories: Academic Edition
By Kerry WongWith memories full of love, Cal alums reminisce on some of the reasons they fell in love with their majors.
From Cal to “Wings of Gold”
By Nia CoatsAfter receiving his political science degree, David Julian ’18 made his way into the sky as a Marine Corps Naval Aviator. He has learned the mindset that it is not about himself.
Advance Team Member Kol Van Giesen Just Brought His Lair Staffing Skills to the Campaign Trail
By Jessie FisherThe constant go, go, go,…working until the job is done, and not just done, but done above and beyond, was important both in Pinecrest and on the trail.
What’s One Good Thing You Can Say About Stanford?
By Kerry WongIn the spirit of good sportsmanship, Cal alums share their Stanford appreciations to celebrate the healthy rivalry ahead of the 2024 Big Game.
Chancellor Lyons Talks Lair of the Golden Bear
By Jessie FisherChancellor Lyons, who’s known for carrying his guitar around camp, shared his personal stories, reflected on how the Lair fuels Cal spirit, and offered some words of wisdom for the staffers and campers to come.
Why 2024’s First-Year Staffers Can’t Wait to Return Next Summer
By Jessie FisherI asked a couple of students who staffed their first summer at the Lair last year why they’re coming back—and why they can’t wait to do it all over again.
