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Anteater Time Machine: Students study and relax on the cool grass in Aldrich Park, circa 1974. (Photo courtesy of UC Irvine Libraries Archives) |
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Paul Merage School of Business reduces MBA tuition |
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The Paul Merage School of Business has announced significant enhancements to its Flex MBA and Executive MBA programs, including tuition reductions of up to 38 percent and a redesigned, AI-integrated curriculum. Tuition fees for the Flex MBA program will now fall below the federal loan cap for graduate business degrees. “This is about access and relevance,” said Ian O. Williamson, dean of the Merage School of Business (above). “We’ve redesigned these programs to reflect today’s economy, where AI, flexibility and return on investment matter, and made them more attainable for professionals ready to advance their career.” |
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Ryan Cherland honored with distinguished service award |
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Ryan Cherland, associate vice provost of institutional research & decision support, has been honored with the Distinguished Service Award by the Association of American Universities Data Exchange for his sustained, impactful contributions to the AAUDE community and the advancement of data sharing, collaboration and best practices among major research universities. |
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Managing mental health medications |
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In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, the School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences is spotlighting Farah Khorassani, health sciences associate clinical professor and clinical pharmacist with UCI Health, who provides direct care to psychiatric unit inpatients while mentoring the next generation of pharmacists. Khorassani’s clinical and research work centers on optimizing psychotropic medications, promoting equitable prescribing practices and supporting the mental health of pharmacy students. |
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Support for immigration’s benefits |
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The latest UCI-OC Poll from the School of Social Ecology reveals Orange County residents hold broadly positive but carefully qualified views on immigration, reflecting the county’s deep ties to immigrant communities and its status as one of the nation’s most politically balanced – or “purple” – counties. “What we see in Orange County is a public that resists simple characterization,” said Jon B. Gould, poll director and dean of the School of Social Ecology. “Residents broadly recognize the benefits of immigration and support integrating many undocumented immigrants into society, but they also draw clear lines around enforcement and policy design. This is a pragmatic county.” |
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When UC reviewed the content survey results, one message came through clearly: there’s a growing need for more focus on accessibility. Accessibility affects everyone. In the coming months, a two-part series will share stories that highlight why accessibility truly matters at UC. |
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Installation view of 2nd Year M.F.A. Exhibition with work by Teresa Ho, Yuzhe Zhang and David Ditman. Photo by Yubo Dong. |
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Engineering graduate student honored |
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Melissa Lepe (left) with her adviser Jacqueline Huynh at the 2026 Latine Excellence and Achievement Dinner. |
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Melissa Lepe, mechanical and aerospace engineering doctoral student, has been honored with a Graduate Student Excellence Award at the 9th annual Latine Excellence and Achievement Dinner. LEAD recognizes students, faculty, staff and leaders who support student and research excellence in the Hispanic/Latine community at UC Irvine and throughout Orange County. “Just as she directly inspires those around her, Melissa's work continues to be a source of inspiration,” said Jacqueline Huynh, assistant professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering. “Through her research on integrating community voices within aerospace, she has the potential to enable long term positive sustainability in future aviation systems.” |
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#UCIconnected spotlights interesting updates from the UC Irvine community. #IamUCI spotlights profiles of students, faculty, staff and alumni. Send submissions via email or post on social media with the #UCIconnected or #IamUCI hashtags. |
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MindBodyGreen, May 6 Cited: Kei Igarashi, assistant professor anatomy & neurobiology |
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| History, May 4 Cited: Judy Tzu-Chun Wu, professor of history and Asian American studies |
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Irvine Standard, May 4 Cited: FABWorks |
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