UC Merced
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What if your old T-shirt could feed a field?
UC Merced researchers are leading a project to recycle cotton waste into compost, helping build a more sustainable future from the ground up. 🔗 ucm.edu/o75o1l
UC Merced researchers are leading a project to recycle cotton waste into compost, helping build a more sustainable future from the ground up. 🔗 ucm.edu/o75o1l
November 13, 2025 at 6:05 PM
What if your old T-shirt could feed a field?
UC Merced researchers are leading a project to recycle cotton waste into compost, helping build a more sustainable future from the ground up. 🔗 ucm.edu/o75o1l
UC Merced researchers are leading a project to recycle cotton waste into compost, helping build a more sustainable future from the ground up. 🔗 ucm.edu/o75o1l
Today and every day, UC Merced honors those who have served, will serve and continue to serve our country.
We’re proud to sponsor the Merced Sunrise Rotary Field of Honor at Merced College, featuring more than 2,000 flags honoring veterans and public safety members.
📸 Timothy Olsen, UC Merced
We’re proud to sponsor the Merced Sunrise Rotary Field of Honor at Merced College, featuring more than 2,000 flags honoring veterans and public safety members.
📸 Timothy Olsen, UC Merced
November 11, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Today and every day, UC Merced honors those who have served, will serve and continue to serve our country.
We’re proud to sponsor the Merced Sunrise Rotary Field of Honor at Merced College, featuring more than 2,000 flags honoring veterans and public safety members.
📸 Timothy Olsen, UC Merced
We’re proud to sponsor the Merced Sunrise Rotary Field of Honor at Merced College, featuring more than 2,000 flags honoring veterans and public safety members.
📸 Timothy Olsen, UC Merced
Bzzz-worthy news 🐝 UC Merced has officially been certified as a Bee Campus USA affiliate, joining campuses nationwide working to create healthier habitats for pollinators. 🔗 ucm.edu/zbj8li
November 5, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Bzzz-worthy news 🐝 UC Merced has officially been certified as a Bee Campus USA affiliate, joining campuses nationwide working to create healthier habitats for pollinators. 🔗 ucm.edu/zbj8li
UC Merced biologist Néstor Oviedo is exploring how the brain may hold the key to controlling cancer.
Supported by a $2 million NIH grant, his lab is studying how molecular signals influence the earliest stages of cancer development. 🔗 ucm.edu/orzdvg
Supported by a $2 million NIH grant, his lab is studying how molecular signals influence the earliest stages of cancer development. 🔗 ucm.edu/orzdvg
November 4, 2025 at 7:02 PM
UC Merced biologist Néstor Oviedo is exploring how the brain may hold the key to controlling cancer.
Supported by a $2 million NIH grant, his lab is studying how molecular signals influence the earliest stages of cancer development. 🔗 ucm.edu/orzdvg
Supported by a $2 million NIH grant, his lab is studying how molecular signals influence the earliest stages of cancer development. 🔗 ucm.edu/orzdvg
From empowering workshops to inspiring stories, UC Merced is celebrating #FirstGenWeek, honoring those who are first in their families to blaze new trails. 🔗 ucm.edu/8h0f3r
November 4, 2025 at 5:45 PM
From empowering workshops to inspiring stories, UC Merced is celebrating #FirstGenWeek, honoring those who are first in their families to blaze new trails. 🔗 ucm.edu/8h0f3r
This #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, UC Merced honors the Yokut and Miwuk peoples, the original stewards of the land where our campus resides. We remain committed to recognizing their rich heritage, enduring presence, and lasting contributions to our community, today and every day.
November 1, 2025 at 4:52 PM
This #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, UC Merced honors the Yokut and Miwuk peoples, the original stewards of the land where our campus resides. We remain committed to recognizing their rich heritage, enduring presence, and lasting contributions to our community, today and every day.
In a first-of-its-kind gathering, leaders from UC Merced, Merced College, Merced Union High School District and Merced City School District came together to align efforts and strengthen educational pathways across the region. 🔗 ucm.edu/d84gpj
October 27, 2025 at 6:35 PM
In a first-of-its-kind gathering, leaders from UC Merced, Merced College, Merced Union High School District and Merced City School District came together to align efforts and strengthen educational pathways across the region. 🔗 ucm.edu/d84gpj
Only 20 years since undergraduate instruction began, UC Merced’s pioneering spirit is stronger than ever.
Chancellor Muñoz’s State of the University address celebrated progress in research, economic impact and student success. 🔗 ucm.edu/tbq2hb
Chancellor Muñoz’s State of the University address celebrated progress in research, economic impact and student success. 🔗 ucm.edu/tbq2hb
October 23, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Only 20 years since undergraduate instruction began, UC Merced’s pioneering spirit is stronger than ever.
Chancellor Muñoz’s State of the University address celebrated progress in research, economic impact and student success. 🔗 ucm.edu/tbq2hb
Chancellor Muñoz’s State of the University address celebrated progress in research, economic impact and student success. 🔗 ucm.edu/tbq2hb
Happy Diwali 🪔 Wishing our Bobcat community a joyful Diwali filled with tradition, friendship and community.
October 20, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Happy Diwali 🪔 Wishing our Bobcat community a joyful Diwali filled with tradition, friendship and community.
As Hispanic Heritage Month concludes, UC Merced celebrates 15 years as a HSI, empowering students and families across the Central Valley and beyond. Proud to be one of five UC campuses advancing access and opportunity for our community. 🔗 ucm.edu/vt5x1v
October 15, 2025 at 9:35 PM
As Hispanic Heritage Month concludes, UC Merced celebrates 15 years as a HSI, empowering students and families across the Central Valley and beyond. Proud to be one of five UC campuses advancing access and opportunity for our community. 🔗 ucm.edu/vt5x1v
UC Merced’s partnership with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory provides students with the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research through the annual Data Science Challenge, strengthening their skills, resumes and career paths in the sciences. 🔗 ucm.edu/my8pjw
October 14, 2025 at 6:45 PM
UC Merced’s partnership with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory provides students with the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research through the annual Data Science Challenge, strengthening their skills, resumes and career paths in the sciences. 🔗 ucm.edu/my8pjw
Dr. Michael Galvez, a surgeon at Valley Children’s Hospital, came to the Central Valley with a mission: to inspire the next generation of Latino physicians. 🔗 ucm.edu/u98nhj
October 13, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Dr. Michael Galvez, a surgeon at Valley Children’s Hospital, came to the Central Valley with a mission: to inspire the next generation of Latino physicians. 🔗 ucm.edu/u98nhj
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
October 8, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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
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
September 29, 2025 at 6:55 PM
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
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
September 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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
New season, new beginnings.
Happy first day of fall, y’all!🍃🍂
Happy first day of fall, y’all!🍃🍂
September 22, 2025 at 11:38 PM
New season, new beginnings.
Happy first day of fall, y’all!🍃🍂
Happy first day of fall, y’all!🍃🍂
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
September 16, 2025 at 11:34 PM
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
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! 🎉💙
September 8, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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! 🎉💙
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
August 27, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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
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.
August 11, 2025 at 10:11 PM
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.
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
August 11, 2025 at 9:14 PM
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
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
July 16, 2025 at 10:20 PM
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
Less than 50 days till instruction starts… not that we’re counting or anything 👀 (ok we totally are).
July 9, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Less than 50 days till instruction starts… not that we’re counting or anything 👀 (ok we totally are).
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!
July 8, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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!
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
June 11, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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