Thank you to everyone who joined us & @capitolweekly.bsky.social for the Conference on Affordability. Important conversation on what’s driving costs in CA and where solutions must go next. Check out the recap videos from each panel here: tinyurl.com/3xk7b3p9

Disaster response needs to reach all Californians. Join UCSPC, Asian & Pacific Islander American Affairs Commission, @UCLA Latino Policy & Politics Institute & AP Small Business Collaborative for a conversation on resilience, equity & entrepreneurship. May 12 RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/women-entr...

Public safety is evolving—be part of the conversation. Join Jim Cooper at UCSPC’s California Leaders Speaker Series. Moderated by Edie Lambert. 📅 May 13 | 12 PM 🎟️ RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/california...

How will AI reshape democracy and the Constitution? Join UCSPC for a talk with Larry A. Rosenthal of @goldmanschool.bsky.social at @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social on governance in the age of AI. 📅 May 6 | 12 PM 🎟️ Register: tinyurl.com/AI-Constitut...

Join UCSPC, Asian and Pacific Islander American Affairs Commission, UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute, and AP Small Business Collaborative for a conversation on disaster resilience, and the leadership of AAPI & Latina women business owners. May 12 | Sacramento RSVP: tinyurl.com/4d7j4zz5

Join the UC Student and Policy Center for a conversation with Sheriff Jim Cooper on the future of public safety in California and working across the aisle to keep us safe. Moderated by KCRA's Edie Lambert. 📅 May 13 | 12 PM | Sacramento RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/california...

Reserve your seat today for our Insurance Commissioner debate, 5/4, 12-1 pm featuring all of the major candidates, and moderated by @latimes.com @nicolenixon.bsky.social. Limited seating @ucstudentpolicy.bsky.social in Sacramento. Tickets: sacpressclub.org/events/upcom...

Save the Date! Join us and @politico.com for the California Economic Forum—featuring the 2026 UCLA Anderson Economic Forecast. 📅June 9 | 🕘 9 AM–2:30 PM Hear from top state leaders + economists on CA’s economic future. Mark your calendar now and stay tuned for RSVP info!

Reminder: Join the conversation on the future of voting in CA Join UCSPC and @calmatters.org to break down what’s ahead for election systems & voter access. 📅 April 23 | 🕦 11:30 AM Register now: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-future...

Affordability is one of CA’s biggest challenges. Join Capitol Weekly & @ucstudentpolicy.bsky.social on 4/30 for a Conference on Affordability. Keynote features a conversation with @mikemadrid.bsky.social + @lorenagonzalez.bsky.social. Free! Register here: capitolweekly.net/events/affor...

How are changing work models impacting worker health & safety? Join #CALaborLab and @UCB_COEH on April 28 for a Workers’ Memorial Day briefing on emerging work trends, job quality, and needed policy responses. Register: na.eventscloud.com/ehome/26clls...

Affordability is one of CA’s biggest challenges. Join us 4/30 for the @capitolweekly.bsky.social Conference on Affordability—a UCSPC signature program featuring a fireside chat w/ Mike Madrid + Lorena Gonzalez. Register here: capitolweekly.net/events/affor...

What’s next for voting in California? Join @calmatters.org + UCSPC for a panel on election systems, access, and integrity. 📅April 23 | 🕦11:30 AM Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-future... #voting #elections

The Insurance Commissioner's race is heating up! 🔥 Join us for a debate featuring @benallenca.bsky.social @janekim.bsky.social + other leading candidates 5/4 at @ucstudentpolicy.bsky.social. Sponsored by @calchamber.bsky.social. Tickets: sacpressclub.org/events/upcom...

Who’s leaving California—and what happens next? Join @capolicylab.bsky.social on April 9 for “Priced Out”—new data tracking where people go + what it means for their financial outcomes. 📅 April 9 | 🕛 12 PM Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/priced-out...

Join us March 24 for the UC Climate Research Forum hosted by @ucsantabarbara.bsky.social emLab. Researchers and policymakers will discuss climate research and policy solutions for California. Registration is required: tinyurl.com/b99b8b7z

Join us March 9 for a policy briefing with UC Health and the California Association of Public Hospitals on the future of Medi-Cal financing and what upcoming federal proposals could mean for California’s public hospital systems. Register here: mailchi.mp/universityof...

ICYMI! Students from the @UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs recently brought their research to Sacramento for the CA Policy Briefing — connecting scholarship with real-world policymaking. At UCSPC, this is what we’re all about: turning ideas into impact. More: luskin.ucla.edu/a-new-perspe...

We have a packed room for the hottest ticket in town - our Housing Conference with @capitolweekly.bsky.social! Stay tuned for a recap! #HousingPolicy #publicpolicy

Join us for a Conference on Housing w/ @capitolweekly.bsky.social! A timely conversation on housing affordability & policy in California. 🎤 Keynote: Asm. Buffy Wicks 👥 Featuring @ucdavislaw.bsky.social, the @ternerhousing.bsky.social & more 📅 2/24/26 | 9:00 AM–1:45 PM 🔗 RSVP: tinyurl.com/2xc8zvc9

The Center was pleased to host the @innovationhub.bsky.social Tech Policy Initiative for its conference w/ policymakers, students, and civic leaders. @UCBerkeley students shared capstone projects offering thoughtful, research-driven proposals.

Join the UCLA Luskin School for Public Affairs for its 3rd Annual California Policy Briefing at the UC Student and Policy Center. Topics include: Zoning & SB 79 implementation Fair voting & democracy in CA 9:00–12:15 | 💲Free Register: 2026luskincapolicybriefing.eventbrite.com

Thank you to the legislative, gubernatorial & state agency staff who joined us for a great conversation on accessing trusted, nonpartisan research to support evidence-informed policymaking. #CALeg #CapitolStaff #PolicyResearch #EvidenceBasedPolicy #Sacramento

RSVPs are open for the Policy Research Resource Fair on Jan 23! ✔Short presentations ✔ Direct Q&A ✔ Networking over lunch Designed exclusively for legislative, gubernatorial & agency staff. tinyurl.com/2r9d7ttw #CALeg #CapitolStaff #PolicyResearch #Sacramento

Join us Jan 23 for the Policy Research Resource Fair — connecting #caleg staff with CA's leading policy research institutions for direct Q&A & practical tools. UC Student & Policy Center 11:30–1:30 Register: tinyurl.com/2r9d7ttw

The Center is a space for research, dialogue, and action. We connect UC students, scholars, and policymakers to advance evidence-based solutions and drive CA forward. Follow our EventBright page to stay up-to-date on events! www.eventbrite.com/o/uc-student... #Policy #Research #caleg

Save the Date — Jan 23 📌 Legislative, gubernatorial & state agency staff are invited to the Policy Research Resource Fair, hosted by @UCSACenter & CRB Nexus. 🕰 11:30–1:30 🍽 Lunch provided 🔗 RSVP required: tinyurl.com/5c4s288c #CALeg #CapitolStaff #PolicyResearch

Save the date: Jan. 23 📅 Join us for a Legislative & Policy Research Fair co-hosted by the UC Student & Policy Center and the CA State Library. 📍 For legislative, GO & state agency staff 🕰 11:30–1:30 | 🍽 Lunch provided RSVP + details coming soon.

As we close out the year, the UC Student & Policy Center sends our deepest thanks to the students, partners, and policymakers who moved important work forward in 2025. Wishing everyone a safe, hopeful, and inspiring start to the new year. Here’s to continued collaboration and impact in 2026!

Merry Christmas from the UC Student & Policy Center! We extend warm wishes to all celebrating today. May your holiday be filled with peace, connection, and moments of rest. Thank you for being part of our UC community — wishing you a joyful and meaningful season.

Chag Sameach! Wishing our UC community and friends a warm and bright Hanukkah. May the Festival of Lights bring peace, joy, reflection, and hope to all who celebrate. From all of us at the UC Student & Policy Center, may your holiday be filled with light and community.

California’s future is on the agenda. Join Secretary Wade Crowfoot & CAFWD Kate Gordon tomorrow, Dec. 10 for a fireside chat on resilience, equity & economic opportunity. 🕔 5pm reception 🔥 5:30pm program 📍 UC Student & Policy Center

Reminder - two days left to RSVP for our UC Student and Policy Center Holiday Open House on 12/8! Join us for refreshments, conversation, and a chance to connect and celebrate the season. 📅 12/8 ⏰ 4–6 PM 📍 UCSPC, 1115 11th Street, Sacramento RSVP: tinyurl.com/544m35ys

Save the Date! Join the us for our Holiday Open House on December 8 from 4PM – 6PM. Celebrate the season with colleagues as we reflect on a year of dialogue, discovery, and impact. Scan the QR code to RSVP - we can’t wait to welcome you! #HolidayOpenHouse #Community

Sometimes the best conversations happen over dinner. UCSPC recently hosted a fall Social Hour, bringing staff together to connect, unwind, & celebrate community. Events like these remind us that collaboration and collegiality are at the heart of effective public service.

This week at the Center, the @calasiancc will host a policy panel on harm reduction topics shaping public health & safety. Join policymakers & health professionals for a thoughtful discussion. 11/13 | 2PM – 4PM Scan the QR code to register! #PublicHealth #HarmReduction #Policy

ICYMI: California Leaders Speaker Series: Former Congresswoman @katieporteroc shared insights on education, AI, public safety & economic equality, in conversation with @kqednews.kqed.org's @mlagos, Porter took questions directly from UC students. Watch the full recap: youtu.be/A1gLNAZWY6c?...

Prop. 50 Debate: Understanding the Ballot Informed voters make informed decisions. The UCSPC, @capitolweekly.bsky.social, & @calmatters.org hosted an engaging debate on #Prop50, featuring Patricia Sinay & @rustyhicks. Watch the discussion and inform your vote. capitolweekly.net/events/calif...

ICYMI: California Leaders Speaker Series with Former Secretary Xavier Becerra. California’s health, equity, and innovation future—hot topics for discussion. Watch the full conversation now: youtu.be/mzweaeEg2Ds?...

Prop. 50 Debate: @rustyhicks.bsky.social Chair of @CA Democratic party clashed with Patricia Sinay of the CA Redistricting Commission over the merits of the "Election Rigging Response Act" and answered questions from a live audience. @ucstudentpolicy.bsky.social capitolweekly.net/proposition-...

Tomorrow's California Leaders Speaker Series with former Congresswoman Katie Porter is sold out. We will be recording this program and sharing it on our social media, so stay-tuned. #UCPolicyCenter #CaliforniaLeaders #KatiePorter #CivicEngagement #PolicyInAction www.eventbrite.com/e/california...

Join CalMatters.org, Capitol Weekly, and the UC Student and Policy Center tomorrow for an engaging, nonpartisan debate on Proposition 50, exploring whether California should adopt mid-decade redistricting. 10/14/25 11:30 AM – 1:20 Lunch provided if you RSVP www.eventbrite.com/e/california...

Earlier this week, the Center hosted Xavier Becerra, former U.S. Secretary of Health & Human Services and former California Attorney General, as our featured guest in our California Leaders Speaker Series.

Thank you to everyone who joined our End of Session Look-Ahead this week! This was our biggest event EVER at the Center! We’re grateful to our panelists and @calmatters.org moderator @akoseff.bsky.social for a powerful discussion on the road ahead in #CAleg.

Get ready for sharp insights at our End of Session Look-Ahead on Aug 20! These voices are shaping California policy — don’t miss out! Register here: tinyurl.com/3nxw54wj #CAleg #PolicyRoundtable #EndOfSession #PolicyTalk

Join California State Association of Counties + Counties R.I.S.E, an Agile Government Initiative at UC Berkeley Goldman School of Public Policy on Aug. 19. for an afternoon discussing Medicaid policy changes, the impact on CA counties, & Agile Government applications in a changing policy landscape.

We are excited the Center is now the home of the California Policy Lab in the Capital. What is the California Policy Lab? It’s an amazing research team at UC with a focus on research that assists government decision-making. Learn more here: capolicylab.org

Save the Date! Join the UC Student and Policy Center for our End of Session Look-Ahead — a timely lunchtime program diving into the final days of California’s 2025 legislative session. August 20 | 11:30AM–1:15PM UC Student and Policy Center Lunch Provided

From inflation to infrastructure, Panel 1 at the California Economic Futures Forum tackled what’s shaping California’s economy right now. With an all-start line up including @calchamber.bsky.social, @cacounties.bsky.social, and more, moderated by @politico.com.