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Stories that inspire — and are inspired by — @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social’s brilliant community. Official account of University Development & Alumni Relations.

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Mark your calendars to celebrate a new class of graduating Bears! Winter (Commencement) is coming, December 20, 2025!

#UCBerkeley #CalGrad #Commencement
November 8, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Bears in costume 🥸 Happy Caloween! 🎃
November 1, 2025 at 3:17 AM
At Philomathia Day last week, @berkeleyhaas.bsky.social Professor Jonathan Weigel was honored as the 2025 Philomathia Prize recipient.

His research and work in the Democratic Republic of the Congo aims to reimagine state building in developing countries.

Congratulations, Professor Weigel!
October 22, 2025 at 10:38 PM
Happy Homecoming! #CalHC

Check out the schedule at homecoming.berkeley.edu/app for everything going on this weekend. We’ll see you around campus! 🤩
October 3, 2025 at 3:34 PM
The UC Berkeley community is filled with people pushing the edges of what's possible, and the university honors them each year with the Achievement Awards.

Co-presented by the UC Berkeley Foundation and the Cal Alumni Association, nominations are open until Nov. 7.

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October 1, 2025 at 7:06 PM
The complete guide to all things Homecoming is now available! From event info to discounts you can get over the weekend, check out the guide on the Cal Events app: homecoming.berkeley.edu/app

#CalHC #BerkeleyTime
September 26, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Thank you for joining us in celebrating Oski’s B-day Bear-a-thon! This year, over 1,400 people participated with us to celebrate his birthday, and we raised over $294,000!

On behalf of Oski and the entire Cal community, thank you from the bottom of our golden hearts! 💛

#UCBerkeley #OskiBday
September 19, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Originally containing 12 bells, the Campanile now has a 61-bell grand carillon that serenades Berkeleyans daily.

Plan to explore the Campanile with Visitor Services or check it out when you're back this year for #CalHC!
September 12, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Known as the Campanile, UC Berkeley's Sather Tower (named after Jane K. Sather) was designed by John Galen Howard as part of an architectural plan to give the university a unique look.

At 307 feet tall, it's the second-tallest freestanding clock and bell tower in the world.
September 12, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Reunite with your peers this year at #CalHC!

From the Golden Bear Luncheon to Black2Cal, Homecoming's the best place for you to reconnect. Check out which reunion and affinity groups are hosting events this year at homecoming.berkeley.edu

#UCBerkeley #BerkeleyTime
August 30, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Who do you admire in the public service space? 🤩

The Peter E. Haas Public Service Award honors an alum who has made significant contributions to the betterment of society through volunteering. Nominations are open until September 5.

Learn more: gobears.me/haaspsa
August 20, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Join @uofcalifornia.bsky.social and alums from all 10 UC campuses for the HireUC Alumni Career Summit!

Expand your network, attend skill workshops, and more. Plus, connect with fellow UC alums at the networking mixer the day before!

Learn more: www.universityofcalifornia.edu/get-involved...
August 12, 2025 at 6:44 PM
"Berkeley Time" takes on a whole new meaning this year 🤩

Get ready for an extraordinary Homecoming experience as we ignite our Berkeley pride and forge new memories with the entire Cal community.

🔗 Learn more and register now at homecoming.berkeley.edu

#CalHC #BerkeleyTime
August 11, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Program endowments from generous donors support student-athletes who earn world-class degrees while pursing championships on the field.

With an ambitious goal to have all sports endowed, Cal Athletics currently has five: gobears.me/4lYmQFu
July 22, 2025 at 5:15 PM
After a year and a half of renovations, Professor Shimon Kolkowitz's lab operations finally begin.

The lab will house ultraprecise clocks capable of keeping time with 19 decimal places of accuracy to test the fundamental theories of physics: bit.ly/3THcYUG
July 16, 2025 at 7:27 PM
It's timeeeeeee! With each ring of the Campanile bells, Homecoming draws nearer — time to reunite with your Cal family!

Join us for Alumni and Parents Weekend at Homecoming, October 3–5, 2025: homecoming.berkeley.edu

#CalHC #BerkeleyTime
July 7, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Quiet Fridays on campus 🧘

Photo by Keegan Houser. #UCBerkeley #MyUCBerkeley
June 6, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Marshall’s professional career is marked with an emphasis on inclusion and culture transformation, from creating a world-class culture at AT&T to making history as the first Black female CEO in the NBA when she joined the Dallas Mavericks in 2018.
May 21, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Recognized for her visionary leadership and ability to get things done, Cynt Marshall ’81 has consistently achieved business results through inclusion — and a relentless focus on people and operational excellence. She is this year's Alum of the Year.

#UCBerkeley #AchievementAwards
May 21, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Congratulations, Class of 2025! 🎓🤩

It’s curtain call for this year’s Spring Commencement. Your hard work has paid off — we can’t wait to see what comes next for you!

#UCBerkeley #CalGrad #Graduation #Commencement
May 17, 2025 at 11:42 PM
Kang’s work on three prominent boards at Berkeley showcases his deep commitment to the university. In 2012, he and his family established a fellowship to support high-achieving doctoral students studying biotechnology. He also supported the launch of the new master’s program in biotechnology.
May 12, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Roger Kang ’98 actively champions UC Berkeley’s public service mission and seeks to elevate the global impact of his alma mater. He is this year’s recipient of the Berkeley Founders Award.

#UCBerkeley #AchievementAwards
May 12, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Send this to someone going to UC Berkeley's Spring Commencement on May 17, 2025 to support this year's graduating class 🥳 🎓

Find out what you need to know about where to go, how to get there, and what not to bring to the ceremony so you can cheer on your graduate.

#UCBerkeley #CalGrad #Graduation
May 9, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Dr. Taylor is an Argonne Distinguished Fellow and director of the Mathematics and Computer Science Division at Argonne National Laboratory. A significant part of Dr. Taylor’s legacy is her work with the Center for Minorities and People with Disabilities in IT, which she co-founded in 2011.
May 8, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Throughout her career, Valerie E. Taylor Ph.D. ’91 has been a path-breaking presence and role model for many. She is one of this year’s recipients of the Campanile Excellence in Achievement Award.

#AchievementAwards #UCBerkeley
May 8, 2025 at 5:44 PM