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Stories from Then and Now: The Walter Gordon Story
By Chinwe OniahFrom breaking barriers to creating history, Walter Gordon has left his mark at UC Berkeley and beyond. However, his story remains largely untold.
Middle School Students Experience the Lair through Oski Science Camp
The Lair hosted hundreds of middle schoolers at Oski Science Camp over the course of several months, resulting in learning, spreading Cal love, and creating long-lasting memories.
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.
‘Resolved to Continue’: Cal Alumni Association Statement on Supreme Court Decision
“We...are deeply disappointed in the Supreme Court’s decision to bar colleges and universities from taking race into consideration in admissions. This decision presents a grave challenge to equitable access to higher education in the United States.”
Achieving Dreams by Taking on Challenges
By Alejandra Granados DominguezFrom his time at UC Berkeley to his career in law, Anderson Franco ’10, J.D. ’13 persevered through different obstacles while remaining committed to serving his community.
We’re back—and then some.
Cal students completed their first full academic year of on-campus instruction after two pandemic years.
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.
Alumni Advice for the Graduating Class of 2023
By Josephine ThorntonThe Cal Alumni Association asked alums what advice they would share with the newest cohort of alumni Golden Bears.
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.
Becoming Yourself through the Struggle
As a first-generation student from a low-income background, Jayden Zheng ’23 attributes the resources and support he found at Cal for allowing him to achieve his goals.
Building Hope
Alishba Sardar ’23 found community and empowerment at Cal as a foster youth through Berkeley Hope Scholars.
Dancing with Purpose
By Josephine ThorntonFor Leadership Award Scholar Robert Yu ’18, dedication to dance and Wushu endeavors at Cal opened the doors for new opportunities and set him up for success.
