University of California officials say they plan to reach out more extensively to students in the coming weeks, after a teleconference meeting Monday that was punctuated by protests and included an unusually long public comment period.
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UC Regents unanimously pass $2.8 billion budget plan amid protests about recent police actions
The UC Board of Regents unanimously passed an expenditure plan requesting $2.8 billion from the state during a teleconference Monday morning, while student protesters disrupted meetings at all four sites.
Faces of protest: Bruin activists share stories on Occupy UCLA
Occupy UCLA has been a visible presence on the UCLA campus the past week, with its members pitching tents, marching and rallying as part of system-wide protests against tuition hikes and budget cuts to the University of California.
Postponed UC regents meeting rescheduled as telephone conference
The next University of California Board of Regents meeting has been rescheduled to take place via telephone conference on Nov.
Panel reviews UCLA’s responses to budget shortfall and efforts to maintain academic programs
UCLA’s response to budget shortfalls had been well-met by campus administrators and faculty but financial support from non-state groups will be key to maintaining the quality of undergraduate programs, a panel concluded Tuesday night.
Alternate financial aid form in the works to help access California Dream Act funds
The University of California Office of the President is working to create an alternative financial aid form for undocumented students to access state-funded financial aid under the California Dream Act.