message from the Assistant Vice Chancellor
 Summer 2008
On May 14th, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger released the May Revision of the State Budget. We need your help in continuing to deliver the message of the important contributions of the higher education to California’s economic recovery and growth. Elected officials need to hear your voice to ensure that higher education remains a top priority on their agenda during the challenging year the state must face. Please visit our Get Involved page for more information. Go Bruins!
Keith S. Parker
Assistant Vice Chancellor
News
Election Day Brings Changes to State Government
In addition to the race for President, California voters decided a slate of ballot initiatives and many state legislative races. All 80 Assembly seats were up for election, as well as the odd-numbered State Senate seats... read more.
UCLA Day with Local Government 2008
On Thursday, October 23, 2008, UCLA Community & Local Government Relations hosted its 5th UCLA Day Downtown, bringing volunteers, alumni, and staff to ... read more.
Bruin Community School Launches New Website
UCLA and LAUSD are launching Bruin Community School, a new urban education partnership that will bring the university's world-class resources to one of central Los Angeles' most underserved neighborhoods. Go to website.
Chancellor Gene Block Urges Campus Community to Vote
We are just weeks away from the November 4 election, and I am writing to encourage you to take part. Voting is one of the core responsibilities of every eligible U.S. citizen. Read Chancellor Block's message.
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Legislation
Governor Signs UC-Sponsored Legislation
On September 28, Governor Schwarzenegger signed AB 2296 (Mullin), UC-sponsored legislation that will enhance law enforcement's ability to protect academic researchers and their families. ...more
Washington Update - July 2008
Following the July 4th recess, Congress has reconvened to continue work on several critical pieces of legislation, including the reauthorization of the Higher Education Act (HEA) and all Fiscal Year 2009 (FY09) appropriations bills. Read more... More Legislation..
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