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Corinne Martinez’s Spanish Fideo Recipe
Wine collector and alum Corrine Martinez ’85 shares an old family recipe. Her recommended wine pairing rounds out this delicious fare.
Sometimes, Your Career After Cal Is Like a Box of Chocolates
By Chinwe Oniah and Amanda ChiuComing 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.
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.
Meeting and Greeting the Newest Golden Bears
By Josephine ThorntonFrom New England to Southern California, our Alumni Chapters gave incoming Golden Bears a warm welcome.
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.
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.
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.
Honoring the 2024 Achievement Award Recipients
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
