Once a Bobcat, always a Bobcat. Congratulations #UCM2025 grads and welcome to the alumni association! We're excited to join you on this new chapter of your journey as leaders, trailblazers, and changemakers. #LetTheJourneyContinue 🙌

UC Merced receives a donation from MacKenzie Scott, marking the largest donation in the university's history. 🔗 ucm.edu/zv4a6u

This #GivingTuesday, we invite our Bobcats to support areas that are meaningful to them. A gift towards the UC Merced Fund will fund emerging opportunities, expand programs and student support initiatives, and assist promising scholars with direct financial assistance. giveto.ucmerced.edu

Tune in tonight at 5:30 PM (PST), to learn how the UC Advocacy Network equips alumni to advocate for UC, impact state and federal policy, and take action on major 2026 priorities. Register now at ucm.edu/b3vxk3 👈

Join us for a powerful session on how the @ucadvocacy.bsky.social (UCAN) empowers alumni to influence state and federal policy. Learn about current campaigns, 2026 priorities, and how YOU can make a difference. ucm.edu/b3vxk3 🙌

UC Merced marks Native American Heritage Month by spotlighting our student-led NISC, where leaders like Chance Zucco and Marissa Bigfeather-Garcia are building community, visibility and belonging on campus. 🔗 https://ow.ly/gjXl50XuSij

Fall Commencement is just a month away and we can't wait to celebrate our Fall 2025 Grads! #UCM2025 🎓🎊

📣 Join us next Wednesday (11/12) at noon to explore the benefits of California state service, discover the wide range of career opportunities available, and learn how to search and apply for state jobs. ucm.edu/7lvf08 💼🖱️

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

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.

Join us at noon on November 12 to explore the benefits of California state service, discover the wide range of career opportunities available, and learn how to search and apply for state jobs. ucm.edu/7lvf08

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

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

Join us for Bobcat backyard bash as we celebrate 20 years of pride and history! ucm.edu/Merced25 🐾😺 Whether you're reconnecting with old roommates, classmates, or making new connections, this will be a night to remember. 👈 Register in advance to receive the exclusive location details.

Throwback to when Professor Tom Hothem held office hours outside! ☀️ Moments like these show how resilient the Bobcat community is. 💙💛 Share your memories with us for the chance to be featured! #TBT #UCMerced #LetTheJourneyContinue #BobcatThrowback

#ICYMI Last week, alumni came from near and far to join us for an evening reception at City Club LA! The vibes and energy were unmatched as we wrapped up the night with a Bobcat roar. 💙💛 Stay tuned for more opportunities coming to you soon! 👈

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

From the Bay to LA, we're heading to City Club next Wednesday, September 24 for an opportunity to connect with our SoCal Bobcats! ucm.edu/LA25 👈 🎁 The first 25 alumni to check-in the day of the event will receive limited-edition alumni collectibles. RSVP today! 💻

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

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! 🏙

We still have 19 tickets left for tomorrow's Fresno Grizzlies Game at Chukchansi Park! ucm.edu/GxG  🎟😺⚾ Bring your Bobcat pack and wear your best blue and gold! The first 25 alumni to check-in will receive an exclusive swag box. 🎁

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

We’re gearing up for the HireUC Career Summit tomorrow! 💼🐾 🔹 60+ employers 🔹 3,000+ job opportunities 🔹 Keynote panel ft. Chancellor Juan Sánchez Muñoz 🔥 🔹 Workshop panels w/ UC Merced alums: Linda Barreto ’08, Michael Pierick ’16 & Josiah Beharry ’22 📲 ucm.edu/hxyb2x #HireUCAlumniCareerSummit

Get ready with us for Bobcats x Grizzlies at Chukchansi Park! 🐾⚾ Join us for a night out with Bobcats and campus leaders, featuring a special guest appearance by Chris McDonald (a.k.a. Shooter McGavin from Happy Gilmore), and Friday night fireworks! Purchase your tickets today - ucm.edu/GxG

The federal government’s demand of $1 billion from @UCLA would devastate the nation’s best public university, cut off life-saving care, halt tech and economic growth and reduce educational access. Stand with UC to protect our vital mission: www.universityofcalifornia.edu/get-involved...

📣 CALLING ALL ALUMNI: Join fellow UC alumni at the beautiful, alumni-owned Toca Madera Winery on August 20 for light appetizers, wine, and great conversations. ucm.edu/dqkupx 🥂 👉 RSVP by August 15!

Join us in welcoming UC's 22nd president, James B. Milliken! He brings decades of experience and a deep commitment to expanding access, increasing social mobility, and helping students from all backgrounds earn a college degree. Learn more at ucop.edu/president youtu.be/H4-tDlKmHI8?...

Join UC Merced alumni, students, and friends for an exciting evening as the Fresno Grizzlies take on the Lake Elsinore Storm on Friday, August 29 in Fresno! ⚾🐻 Register today at ucm.edu/GxG 👉🎁 The first 25 alumni to check in at the UC Merced table will receive an exclusive Bobcat giveaway!

Keith Ellis ’12, Derek Sollberger ’11 & Jonathan Ly ’13 — a group of dedicated UC Merced alumni have come together to launch an endowed fund focused on supporting LGBTQ+ student initiatives, programs and priorities. ucm.edu/520vk9 🏳️‍🌈💙💛

📰Extra! Extra! 📣 New data showcases the value of a @uofcalifornia.bsky.social degree & the incredible impact of our alumni across California and beyond! 👉 ucm.edu/glcwlq The new UC Career Pathways Dashboard shows how UC grads are thriving at top companies like Apple, Disney, and Kaiser Permanente.

Calling all alumni! Join us at the upcoming “HireUC Alumni Career Summit” hosted by @uofcalifornia.bsky.social and all 10 campuses, including @ucmerced.bsky.social. Connect with diverse employers, explore career paths & build your network. ucm.edu/HireUC25 📍 Fresno Convention Center 🕐 11 AM - 3 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

Join us for this year's "All UC Alumni Reception in the Central Valley" at alumni-owned venue Toca Madera Winery! Enjoy light appetizers, local wine and great conversations with our incredible UC alumni network. ucm.edu/dqkupx 💙💛

UC Merced is heading to the Bay for Pride! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🤍🖤🤎❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 Join the Bobcat community as they celebrate community, diversity, inclusivity, and love! Register today to reserve your t-shirt and receive updates - ucm.edu/3h899j

Laura Showalter (’16, MS ’18) and @ucmerced.bsky.social Foundation Diplomat Dr. Jane Binger have established the Showalter Binger Scholarship to support promising students on their journeys to becoming future scientific leaders. ucm.edu/8ay8cs 🧪🔬 #iSpyAlumneye #BobcatsGiveBack

From founding Bobcat to shaping the future of Silicon Valley, alumna Temnee Wright ('08) highlights how her experiences at UC Merced supported her desire to leave a legacy and make a difference. ucm.edu/zb6x1x #iSpyAlumneye #BobcatProud #UCMerced

Interested in applying to the UCMAA Board? 🤔💭 Applications close tomorrow, June 6 before midnight! To review questions and access other resources, visit alumni.ucmerced.edu/criteria

#ICYMI: Join us for tonight's virtual UCMAA Board Q&A at 6 p.m. (PDT) to learn about the UCMAA Board and application process! ucm.edu/qfuyml Applications will close at midnight on Friday, June 6. For resources, visit alumni.ucmerced.edu/applynow

📣 OIT is currently investigating reports of an outage to alumni accounts following concerns from recent graduates. To monitor the status, please visit ucm.edu/status

📣 Federal student loans. Pell Grants. SNAP benefits. Medicaid coverage. They're all at risk in a current House bill. Urge your member to vote no. Take action. #UCadvocate 🔗 ucm.edu/UCANM25

30 years ago today, a bold dream became reality: UC Regents chose Merced as the site for UC’s newest campus, powered by community grit, donated land and heartfelt postcards from local kids. Today, UC Merced is changing lives in the Central Valley. 🔗 ucm.edu/693rbx

The School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts celebrated 800 students during Sunday’s Commencement ceremony. Congratulations, Bobcats! 💙💛🎓

The UC Board of Regents has approved James B. Milliken as the 22nd president of the University of California system. A proven higher ed leader and chancellor of the @universityoftexas.bsky.social, Milliken brings a deep commitment to values that make UC a model for the nation. bit.ly/4cXXkNo

Join UC Merced in celebrating #AAPIHeritageMonth as we acknowledge and appreciate the profound contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Their stories and achievements are integral to our campus's tapestry of diversity and excellence.

Last week, alumni from San Diego to Sacramento showed up and showed out — tabling, mentoring, and making memories with the next generation of Bobcats. 💬✨

This Monday, we brought back our Alumni Campus Employees Luncheon! Chancellor Muñoz reflected on UC Merced’s milestones and honored the bold spirit of our early leaders, including the visionary Carol Tomlinson-Keasey. Campus Employees stay informed about upcoming opportunities at ucm.edu/ACE

Maddison Crump’s story is one of resilience and impact. For over a decade, she has lifted others by supporting foster youth, advocating for students, and making a difference at UC Merced’s Bright Success Center. #WomensHistoryMonth 🔗 ucm.edu/e2s7ef

The first day of spring has arrived, and our campus is blooming with fresh colors and new beginnings! 🌷🌿 🌻 From vibrant blooms to innovative research, this season is all about growth—literally.

For decades, NIH funding has fueled breakthroughs in cancer, heart disease and more. But a new policy puts progress at risk. We’re asking Congress to oppose this abrupt change. Email your lawmakers! #SaveNIHresearch ucm.edu/zfv2q9