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UC Merced @ucmerced.bsky.social · 20h

The public is invited to an evening of cosmic discovery on Thurs., Oct. 23, featuring a lecture by Bruce Macintosh, director of the University of California Observatories followed by telescope viewing with the campus Astronomy Club. 🔗 ucm.edu/e49fvk

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UC Agriculture & Natural Resources @ucanr.edu · 21h

An almond orchard in Parlier offers a glimpse into the future of farming!

@ucmerced.bsky.social and #UCANR researchers are testing an AI-guided irrigation system at Kearney REC that delivers the right amount of water to boost efficiency and conserve resources.

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AI-powered irrigation system offers opportunities for communications, farming | UC Agriculture and Natural Resources

UC Merced, UC ANR partner to test AI-guided watering of almond orchard at Kearney RECAn almond orchard in Parlier provides a look into the future of farming.

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UC Merced @ucmerced.bsky.social · 9d

Every university has a story. UC Merced’s began with sketches and a dream to expand access to higher education. Now, 20 years later, UC Merced Arts presents "20 Years of UC Merced Art & Architecture", on view at La Galería through Dec. 13. 🔗 ucm.edu/olasz1

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UC Merced @ucmerced.bsky.social · 16d

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

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UC Merced @ucmerced.bsky.social · 16d

New season, new beginnings.

Happy first day of fall, y’all!🍃🍂

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UC Merced Alumni Association @ucmaa.bsky.social · 19d

Thank you to all the amazing Bobcats who joined us in SF for an evening of connection, celebration, and community. It was inspiring to see our alumni come together to share stories, build networks, and strengthen the @ucmerced.bsky.social spirit!

Join us as we head from the Bay to LA - ucm.edu/LA25

Alumni hold their paws up as they take a photo together.

Three alumnae pose for a photos while holding a white #Go Bobcats sign.

UCMAA President Miguel Lopez '12 poses with alumnus Alex Culannay '12.

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UC Merced @ucmerced.bsky.social · 22d

As a proud HSI, UC Merced honors the vibrant culture and contributions of our Hispanic community this Hispanic Heritage Month. 💙💜🧡💖 Explore curated newsroom features and join the celebration here 🔗 ucm.edu/vwp1qr

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UC Merced @ucmerced.bsky.social · Sep 8

Friday night we celebrated UC Merced’s past, present and future. From a $5M Campos Foundation gift and our first NCAA DII women’s soccer home game to the Fiat Lux drone show. Thank you for celebrating twenty years of firsts with us! 🎉💙

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UC Merced Political Science @ucmpolisci.bsky.social · Sep 4

What a way to kick off the @ucmerced.bsky.social academic year! Political Science and CAPE hosted the inaugural Fall Kick-Off for faculty and students last week, featuring a celebration of Professor Christopher Ojeda's new book The Sad Citizen: How Politics is Depressing and Why It Matters.

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UC Merced Alumni Association @ucmaa.bsky.social · Sep 5

Join us in San Francisco as we celebrate 20 incredible years of @ucmerced.bsky.social with an unforgettable evening at Waterfront. engage.ucmerced.edu/SF25 🎉

Connect with fellow alumni, meet campus leaders, and be part of the milestone as our 20th anniversary celebration hits the Bay! 🏙

Bobcats x San Francisco at Waterfront Restaurant on Wednesday, September 17 at 6:00 pm. Image highlights scenic views of the restaurant against a San Francisco night.

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UC Merced @ucmerced.bsky.social · Aug 27

Rain, thunder, lightning — nothing could stop UCMerced’s 2025 Scholars Bridge Crossing. About 2,000 new Bobcats crossed the bridge, proving that nothing can dampen Bobcat spirit. Welcome to the family, (Thunder) ’Cats! 🐾💙 ucm.edu/79e108

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UC Merced @ucmerced.bsky.social · Aug 11

Chancellor Munoz joined colleagues in San Diego today for the California–Mexico College and University Opportunities Forum hosted by @davidalvarezca.bsky.social to share UC Merced's partnerships in summer research and discuss expanding collaboration across the US and Mexico.

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UC Merced @ucmerced.bsky.social · Aug 11

Meet Leslie Perez-Cruz, a Merced native who’s already achieving big things. From high school courses at Merced College to becoming a certified nursing assistant, Leslie’s on track to become an ER tech and one day, a medical student. 🔗 ucm.edu/2nhozm

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UC Merced @ucmerced.bsky.social · Aug 6

Ahmed Sabbir Arif, an associate professor in electrical engineering and computer science, is co-investigator on a project with @ucdavis.bsky.social professor Lee Miller: an AR system that substantially enhances speech comprehension for older adults with hearing loss. ucm.edu/dlkr2g

CITRIS Seed Awards fund 4 multicampus projects for public good - CITRIS and the Banatao Institute

Teams will receive up to $60,000 to propel their research into full-fledged solutions to some of society’s most pressing challenges.

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UC Merced Political Science @ucmpolisci.bsky.social · Jul 23

@ucmerced.bsky.social Prof Christopher Ojeda spoke on @kvprnews.bsky.social's Central Valley Daily podcast about his new book "The Sad Citizen: How Politics Is Depressing And Why It Matters", addressing the depressing divisiveness in modern politics. Listen here: www.kvpr.org/podcast/cent...

July 21: Depressed By Politics? You’re Not Alone.

Politics have grown increasingly divisive in recent years, and that is making people more depressed. So, how can we manage in this modern society as informed citizens? On today’s show, UC Merced polit...

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The Maddy Institute @themaddyinstitute.bsky.social · Jul 21

Meet our Beverly Scholar, Leah Alonzo, in the Capitol Office of @esmeraldasoria.bsky.social! 🌟

Leah is a first-generation Mexican-American and rising fourth-year Political Science major at @ucmerced.bsky.social, with a minor in Natural Sciences Education.

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UC Merced @ucmerced.bsky.social · Jul 16

UC Merced grad Tatiana Howell is launching her finance career, and she credits the UC Investments Academy for helping open the door. Learn more about the experience students are gaining here 🔗 ucm.edu/dfr8sk

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UC Merced @ucmerced.bsky.social · Jul 9

Less than 50 days till instruction starts… not that we’re counting or anything 👀 (ok we totally are).

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UC Merced @ucmerced.bsky.social · Jul 8

Happy Cow Appreciation Day 🐄 At UC Merced, our cows do more than graze, they help restore rare ecosystems, reduce wildfire risk and protect the land we love 🐮🌱 Conservation heroes, one hoofstep at a time. We mooo-ch appreciate them!

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UC Merced Political Science @ucmpolisci.bsky.social · Jul 7

@ucmerced.bsky.social Ph.D. candidates Eliana Fonsah and our own Nihan Karagul are recipients of the competitive dissertation fellowship from the @ucigcc.bsky.social.

Congratulations to both! 👏

Read more: ucm.edu/3ocptd

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UC Merced @ucmerced.bsky.social · Jun 11

A new study led by UC Merced professors reveals that the Central Valley is a major source of human-caused dust, with health and climate consequences for millions. Published in @nature.com‬ the study links idled farmland to major dust events. 🔗 ucm.edu/ulqxlq

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findlatergroup.bsky.social @findlatergroup.bsky.social · Jun 11

We are fortunate to have amazing alumni that give back via their time, talent and treasure. A huge thanks to Laura Showalter and Dr. Binger for their generosity in supporting a new scholarship @ucmerced.bsky.social for students in the chemical sciences! news.ucmerced.edu/news/2025/al...

Alumna Laura Showalter, Foundation Diplomat Jane Binger Create Chemical Sciences Scholarship | Newsroom

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UC Merced @ucmerced.bsky.social · Jun 6

UC Merced's CAPE Legislative Fellows are spending their summer in Sacramento, interning in state legislative offices and gaining the tools to help shape public policy and represent the Central Valley at the Capitol. 🏛️✨ Read the full story here 🔗 ucm.edu/dhs443

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findlatergroup.bsky.social @findlatergroup.bsky.social · Jun 4

🚨NSF GRFP🚨So incredibly proud of these students - the winners and the honorable mentions! A huge thanks to their mentors for supporting them! We do world-class science and produce world-class researchers!
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Students Awarded Prestigious NSF Graduate Research Fellowship | Newsroom

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UC Merced @ucmerced.bsky.social · May 26

On this Memorial Day, we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Campus is closed today in observance and will reopen tomorrow. We hope you enjoy the holiday and take a moment to reflect on their sacrifice.

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