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UC Merced is ranked in the Top 25 Best Public Schools by @usnews.com and holds the No. 3 spot in social mobility for the second year in a row. 🔗 ucm.edu/nwhjdw
Five UC Merced graduate students have been named 2025–26 ARCS Foundation Northern California Fellows, recognizing excellence in science, technology, engineering and math. Since 2022, ARCS has provided more than $200,000 in fellowship support to UC Merced scholars. 🔗 ucm.edu/kb90px
January 22, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Five UC Merced graduate students have been named 2025–26 ARCS Foundation Northern California Fellows, recognizing excellence in science, technology, engineering and math. Since 2022, ARCS has provided more than $200,000 in fellowship support to UC Merced scholars. 🔗 ucm.edu/kb90px
MLK Jr. Day of Service showed how service builds the beloved community Dr. King envisioned. Led by the Community Engagement Center, Bobcats marched downtown, served meals at the D Street Shelter and supported projects across Merced and Yosemite.
January 21, 2026 at 12:30 AM
MLK Jr. Day of Service showed how service builds the beloved community Dr. King envisioned. Led by the Community Engagement Center, Bobcats marched downtown, served meals at the D Street Shelter and supported projects across Merced and Yosemite.
On Mon., Jan. 19, UC Merced will honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a Day of Action, bringing our campus and community together in service. With campus closed that day, Bobcats are invited to serve across our community. 🔗 ucm.edu/n7lrai
January 16, 2026 at 5:05 PM
On Mon., Jan. 19, UC Merced will honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a Day of Action, bringing our campus and community together in service. With campus closed that day, Bobcats are invited to serve across our community. 🔗 ucm.edu/n7lrai
As we wrap up 2025, we’re reflecting on the moments that shaped UC Merced. Explore our top news stories here 🔗 ucm.edu/news2025
UC Merced's social media is signing off for break & wishing you a joyful holiday season. See you in 2026, Bobcats!
UC Merced's social media is signing off for break & wishing you a joyful holiday season. See you in 2026, Bobcats!
December 23, 2025 at 11:00 PM
As we wrap up 2025, we’re reflecting on the moments that shaped UC Merced. Explore our top news stories here 🔗 ucm.edu/news2025
UC Merced's social media is signing off for break & wishing you a joyful holiday season. See you in 2026, Bobcats!
UC Merced's social media is signing off for break & wishing you a joyful holiday season. See you in 2026, Bobcats!
Nearly 400 Bobcats celebrated Fall Commencement in downtown Merced. From first-gen milestones to powerful reminders to write your own story, the Class of 2025 made it official.🎓💛💙 ucm.edu/cw2nwb
December 23, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Nearly 400 Bobcats celebrated Fall Commencement in downtown Merced. From first-gen milestones to powerful reminders to write your own story, the Class of 2025 made it official.🎓💛💙 ucm.edu/cw2nwb
Three weeks into Give to UC Merced, the support continues to lift students and strengthen opportunities across our campus. Every gift matters. Every gift makes a difference. 🔗 giveto.ucmerced.edu
December 22, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Three weeks into Give to UC Merced, the support continues to lift students and strengthen opportunities across our campus. Every gift matters. Every gift makes a difference. 🔗 giveto.ucmerced.edu
“This university taught me that the greatest accomplishments aren’t always measured by grades or awards, but by perseverance and by the people we touch along the way.” - Heriberto Paz Benitez (’25), School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts
Congrats, Bobcats!
Congrats, Bobcats!
December 21, 2025 at 8:00 PM
“This university taught me that the greatest accomplishments aren’t always measured by grades or awards, but by perseverance and by the people we touch along the way.” - Heriberto Paz Benitez (’25), School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts
Congrats, Bobcats!
Congrats, Bobcats!
“...You will continue to have firsts in your journey ahead. The question is, How do you take charge of those moments?” - Anthony ‘AJ’ Heard, ('25), School of Engineering and School of Natural Sciences Student Keynote Speaker
Congratulations, Bobcats!
Congratulations, Bobcats!
December 21, 2025 at 5:01 PM
“...You will continue to have firsts in your journey ahead. The question is, How do you take charge of those moments?” - Anthony ‘AJ’ Heard, ('25), School of Engineering and School of Natural Sciences Student Keynote Speaker
Congratulations, Bobcats!
Congratulations, Bobcats!
“Think of all the sacrifice and hard work that has gotten you to this moment and be proud. ” - Omar DeGuchy, Ph.d (’20), Graduate Division Keynote Speaker
The first commencement ceremony began last night, honoring 13 master’s candidates and 24 Ph.D candidates who were hooded.
The first commencement ceremony began last night, honoring 13 master’s candidates and 24 Ph.D candidates who were hooded.
December 21, 2025 at 1:45 AM
“Think of all the sacrifice and hard work that has gotten you to this moment and be proud. ” - Omar DeGuchy, Ph.d (’20), Graduate Division Keynote Speaker
The first commencement ceremony began last night, honoring 13 master’s candidates and 24 Ph.D candidates who were hooded.
The first commencement ceremony began last night, honoring 13 master’s candidates and 24 Ph.D candidates who were hooded.
Years of research, resilience and curiosity lead to this moment.
Graduate Division Commencement begins at 6 p.m. Celebrate our master’s and Ph.D. graduates live. 🎓
Stream here: 🔗 commencement.ucmerced.edu
Graduate Division Commencement begins at 6 p.m. Celebrate our master’s and Ph.D. graduates live. 🎓
Stream here: 🔗 commencement.ucmerced.edu
December 20, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Years of research, resilience and curiosity lead to this moment.
Graduate Division Commencement begins at 6 p.m. Celebrate our master’s and Ph.D. graduates live. 🎓
Stream here: 🔗 commencement.ucmerced.edu
Graduate Division Commencement begins at 6 p.m. Celebrate our master’s and Ph.D. graduates live. 🎓
Stream here: 🔗 commencement.ucmerced.edu
We are grateful for the generosity shown so far through Give to UC Merced. Because of our community, students are being supported, research is moving forward and opportunity continues to grow. Thank you for being part of what makes UC Merced thrive. 🔗 giveto.ucmerced.edu
December 19, 2025 at 12:40 AM
We are grateful for the generosity shown so far through Give to UC Merced. Because of our community, students are being supported, research is moving forward and opportunity continues to grow. Thank you for being part of what makes UC Merced thrive. 🔗 giveto.ucmerced.edu
This year, we took Gobble & Gather (on the Go!) to Planada, where we partnered with Cultiva Central Valley to distribute turkeys, along with hot cocoa, treats and a lot of holiday cheer. Thank you to our volunteers and to the Planada community for making yesterday so special.
December 17, 2025 at 6:45 PM
This year, we took Gobble & Gather (on the Go!) to Planada, where we partnered with Cultiva Central Valley to distribute turkeys, along with hot cocoa, treats and a lot of holiday cheer. Thank you to our volunteers and to the Planada community for making yesterday so special.
The season of giving is here, and there is still time to make an impact at UC Merced. Your support through Give to UC Merced helps students thrive, fuels research and expands opportunity. 🔗 giveto.ucmerced.edu
December 16, 2025 at 12:15 AM
The season of giving is here, and there is still time to make an impact at UC Merced. Your support through Give to UC Merced helps students thrive, fuels research and expands opportunity. 🔗 giveto.ucmerced.edu
UC Merced receives a donation from MacKenzie Scott, marking the largest donation in the university's history. 🔗 ucm.edu/zv4a6u
December 8, 2025 at 6:31 PM
UC Merced receives a donation from MacKenzie Scott, marking the largest donation in the university's history. 🔗 ucm.edu/zv4a6u
The Downtown Merced Christmas Parade was a night full of community, cheer, and Bobcat pride! 💛💙 We had so much fun showcasing our UC Merced gold and blue and celebrating 20 years with our community.
December 7, 2025 at 6:20 PM
The Downtown Merced Christmas Parade was a night full of community, cheer, and Bobcat pride! 💛💙 We had so much fun showcasing our UC Merced gold and blue and celebrating 20 years with our community.
We broke new ground in the Central Valley, and now we are leading in sustainability, research and innovation. 💙 Your gift helps students and scholars drive the future. 🔗 giveto.ucmerced.edu/
December 3, 2025 at 1:40 AM
We broke new ground in the Central Valley, and now we are leading in sustainability, research and innovation. 💙 Your gift helps students and scholars drive the future. 🔗 giveto.ucmerced.edu/
From our very first class in 2005 to becoming a top 25 public university, your support helped make it possible. Celebrate our progress and help shape what comes next. 🔗 giveto.ucmerced.edu/
December 2, 2025 at 7:35 PM
From our very first class in 2005 to becoming a top 25 public university, your support helped make it possible. Celebrate our progress and help shape what comes next. 🔗 giveto.ucmerced.edu/
This Giving Tuesday, we launch Give to UC Merced, not as a single day of giving but as a month dedicated to hope, opportunity and impact. 💛 Your support fuels the next generation. Learn more 🔗 ucm.edu/wggg2p or give now 🔗 giveto.ucmerced.edu/
December 2, 2025 at 3:30 PM
This Giving Tuesday, we launch Give to UC Merced, not as a single day of giving but as a month dedicated to hope, opportunity and impact. 💛 Your support fuels the next generation. Learn more 🔗 ucm.edu/wggg2p or give now 🔗 giveto.ucmerced.edu/
Today’s Merced Promise Housing Beam Signing was made possible through the leadership of Senator Anna Caballero, Assemblywoman Esmeralda Soria and Merced College President Chris Vitelli.
Opening 2027 with 488 affordable beds, this project expands access and opportunity for Central Valley students.
Opening 2027 with 488 affordable beds, this project expands access and opportunity for Central Valley students.
December 1, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Today’s Merced Promise Housing Beam Signing was made possible through the leadership of Senator Anna Caballero, Assemblywoman Esmeralda Soria and Merced College President Chris Vitelli.
Opening 2027 with 488 affordable beds, this project expands access and opportunity for Central Valley students.
Opening 2027 with 488 affordable beds, this project expands access and opportunity for Central Valley students.
As the campus settles into fall, we wish you a restful and restorative break. 🍂
Campus will be closed Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28.
Campus will be closed Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28.
November 26, 2025 at 9:00 PM
As the campus settles into fall, we wish you a restful and restorative break. 🍂
Campus will be closed Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28.
Campus will be closed Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28.
A new UC Merced–led study shows that most people aren’t too worried about AI’s impact on jobs, even when told automation could arrive as soon as 2026. 🔗 ucm.edu/nuk732
November 24, 2025 at 10:01 PM
A new UC Merced–led study shows that most people aren’t too worried about AI’s impact on jobs, even when told automation could arrive as soon as 2026. 🔗 ucm.edu/nuk732
UC Merced marks Native American Heritage Month by spotlighting our student-led NISC, where leaders like Chance Zucco and Marissa Bigfeather-Garcia are building community, visibility and belonging on campus. 🔗 https://ow.ly/gjXl50XuSij
November 20, 2025 at 6:35 PM
UC Merced marks Native American Heritage Month by spotlighting our student-led NISC, where leaders like Chance Zucco and Marissa Bigfeather-Garcia are building community, visibility and belonging on campus. 🔗 https://ow.ly/gjXl50XuSij
UC Merced was recognized again as a national leader in sustainability, earning a perfect Green Rating score and ranking No. 7 in the nation on The Princeton Review’s 2025 list of Top 50 Green Colleges. 🔗 ucm.edu/vbahfr
November 17, 2025 at 7:10 PM
UC Merced was recognized again as a national leader in sustainability, earning a perfect Green Rating score and ranking No. 7 in the nation on The Princeton Review’s 2025 list of Top 50 Green Colleges. 🔗 ucm.edu/vbahfr
Higher education is key to unlocking the full potential of California’s Central Valley. UC Merced and regional partners are collaborating to expand access, strengthen communities and shape California’s future. 🔗 ucm.edu/scysyu
Central Valley universities and colleges collaborate to expand access | Opinion
“When all of higher education work together, we better serve our students, families, communities and California.”
ucm.edu
November 14, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Higher education is key to unlocking the full potential of California’s Central Valley. UC Merced and regional partners are collaborating to expand access, strengthen communities and shape California’s future. 🔗 ucm.edu/scysyu