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GSOE dean is interim provost and executive vice chancellor

UC Riverside Chancellor Kim A. Wilcox announced today the appointment of Thomas M. Smith as interim provost and executive vice chancellor, pending approval by UC President Janet Napolitano. Smith, who previously served as interim vice chancellor for student affairs during 2018, joined UCR in September 2014 as dean of the...

By UCR News | June 25, 2019 | University

New York Times analysis notes UCR's student success

The New York Times and Urban Institute compared similar colleges in determining which schools are exceeding student success expectations - and which schools aren't meeting them.

By J.D. Warren | May 29, 2019 | University

Campbell family gives $10 million to UC Riverside

The gift from the mother-daughter philanthropists is tied for the largest ever to the university from individual donors

By J.D. Warren | May 8, 2019 | University

UC Riverside scores another big win in college rankings

UC Riverside climbed 37 places in the most recent Forbes magazine rankings, from No. 64 to No. 27.

By J.D. Warren | May 1, 2019 | University

UCR student housing part of major expansion

On a sunny morning at the north end of UC Riverside, bulldozers and dump trucks are busily grading dirt while construction crews put together a frame foundation for the campus’ newest housing and dining complex. The Dundee Residence Hall and Glasgow Dining Project, which began construction in December on Linden...

By Imran Ghori | March 27, 2019 | University

$3.5 million Givaudan gift will protect citrus collection

The University of California, Riverside announced today a $3.5 million donation from Givaudan to support UCR’s Citrus Variety Collection. The gift will help protect one of world’s most extensive citrus diversity collections from the impending threat of citrus greening disease, also known as Huanglongbing, or HLB. The gift will pay...

By UCR News | March 14, 2019 | University, Science / Technology

Where taste and smell collide, you'll find Givaudan

Givaudan's Flavors Division supplies companies that produce drinks, savory goods, snacks, sweets, and dairy. Photos / Stan Kim RIVERSIDE, Calif. - The first bite of a tangy orange; a field of fragrant wildflowers; the sweet aroma of roasted hazelnuts. The natural world is filled with tastes and smells that delight...

By Sarah Nightingale | March 14, 2019 | University, Science / Technology

Maria Hinojosa to deliver the 50th Hays Press-Enterprise Lecture

The April 9 event will feature the executive producer of “Latino USA,” a Peabody Award-winning show aired on NPR.

By Sandra Baltazar Martínez | March 11, 2019 | University

More printing locations available on campus

UCR adds 19 new printing kiosks throughout the university. The machines are available for students, staff, and faculty.

By Sandra Baltazar Martínez | February 28, 2019 | University

‘Real Women Have Curves’ director joins UCR faculty

This fall, Cardoso joined UCR’ Department of Theatre, Film, and Digital Production and is currently teaching two courses. The Colombian-born creator said she felt identified to the students and to UCR’s mission.

By Sandra Baltazar Martínez | February 22, 2019 | University

Aerial black and white image of UCR in 1954.

UCR’s midcentury architecture to be showcased during Modernism Week

Photographs, including images captured by Ansel Adams, will be featured during a free exhibition open to the public at UCR's Palm Desert Center.

By Sandra Baltazar Martínez | February 19, 2019 | University

UC Riverside student visiting R’Professional Career Closet

R’Career Closet: 'Off the rack' to 'on the job'

The boutique-like space gifts gently used professional attire to UCR students. Clothing donations come from staff, faculty, alumni, and community partners.

By Sandra Baltazar Martínez | February 11, 2019 | University

The Eaton Collection of Science Fiction and Fantasy celebrates 50 years

Fifty items from the collection will be showcased in an exhibition that opens Jan. 22 and runs through May 31.

By Sandra Baltazar Martínez | January 18, 2019 | University

Here are some of the biggest things that happened at UCR this year

Two Nobel Laureates and historic college ratings are among the institution’s accolades in 2018

By Madeline Adamo | December 20, 2018 | University

She ran the race — and won

UC Riverside’s Denise Davis has a new title: city council member

By Tess Eyrich | December 19, 2018 | University

$1.28 million awarded to UCR’s Native American Student Programs

The 10-year grant is a gift from the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians

By Tess Eyrich | November 13, 2018 | University

UC President Janet Napolitano speaking at a school rally

UC President Napolitano meets with Moreno Valley students

University of California President Janet Napolitano met with a few hundred students at Rancho Verde High School in Moreno Valley on Friday, Nov. 2 to explain how a college education is within their reach. UC Riverside Chancellor Kim Wilcox joined her for a morning rally at the school gymnasium, where...

By Imran Ghori | November 2, 2018 | University

Homecoming 2018: Experience UCR

Invitations have been sent, fun activities are scheduled, and Scotty the Bear is ready to welcome thousands of alumni, family, students, and friends during the Nov. 16-17 celebrations. Homecoming is an opportunity for visitors to experience the university’s growth by participating in tours across campus, including science labs, the Botanic...

By Sandra Baltazar Martínez | October 25, 2018 | University