A Study says

According to a study by UCSD epidemiologist Dr. Cedric Garland, women who worked in the literature building had a four to five times greater chance of developing breast cancer

A Study says

Nearly two-thirds of both undergraduate and graduate students at 4 year colleges and public universities have student loans.

The Chronicle of Higher Education

Chancellor Fox's total compensation was $401,091 for the year 2007-2008.

A Government Report says

According to a government report, "Mortgaging our Future: How Financial Barriers to College Undercut America's Global Competitiveness", 1.4 to 2.4 million bachelor's degrees will be lost this decade as financial concerns prevent academically qualified students from the lowest income bracket from attending college.

A Study says

In 2005, over 90,000 disadvantaged students were disqualified from receiving Pel Grants, the nation's largest federal student aid program, as well as state financial aid. This was due to a change in Congress' federal needs-analysis formula.

Press Democrat Says

"North Coast educators are calling a University of California policy to increase out of state student admission rates while reducing seats for California students a breach of trust with taxpayers."

Mark Yudof Says

Mark Yudof told the New York Times that he cut his salary to $540,000.

Time Magazine Says

In November 2009, Time Magazine recognized Mark Yudof as one of the "10 Best College Presidents, citing his efforts to provide opportunity and access to a quality education for California residents with financial need whose family income is less than $60,000.

Mark Yudof Says

"Being president of the University of California is like being manager of a cemetery: there are many people under you, but no one is listening. I listen to them" (interview with NY Times Magazine).

Mark Yudof 's Twitter Says

In regards to the Irvine Israeli Ambassador Michael Oren incident:
"1st Amendment doesn't protect drowning out others @ UC Irvine. Outrageous behavior. Fully support Chancellor’s actions."

Mark Yudof 's Twitter Says

"Outraged by racist incident @UCSDNews. Will have plenty more to say about this shortly."

Mark Yudof 's Twitter Says

In response to his own quote, on the March 4 protests "I think it's pretty terrific":
"Clarification: Peaceful, civil demonstrations were "terrific". Those who break law do nothing to help the great cause of public ed."

Mark Yudof 's Twitter Says

"Here's a sobering look at why the U.S. is being outpaced in education by so many other countries. We must do better."

Mark Yudof 's Twitter Says

"Met with BSU leaders, UCSA and student regents today. Among the most constructive and informative mtgs I've ever attended on campus climate, race."

Mark Yudof Says

Students need to keep up the pressure on the legislators to fully support UC's budget request.

Mark Yudof Says

"We've improved the relationship between the administrators and the students," Yudof said in summing up the advocacy effort. "I think we scored some points with legislators. I feel very good about the day, but I don't kid myself. We have a long way to go."

UC Budget Myths and Facts Says

Why are some people being hired at high salaries when we are in a recession?

UC Budget Myths and Facts Says

Why are there budget cuts when buildings are going up?

Huffington Post Says

A website "pretending to be that of University of California President Mark Yudof claimed the figurehead had resigned today.

Shortly after the website went live, Yudof wrote on his Twitter: 'Imposter website claims I have resigned. Complete nonsense. Reports of my resignation have been greatly exaggerated.' "

Mark Yudof Says

"Adequate state funding is vital if UC is to avoid declining educational
quality, access and research," Yudof said. "It's the best investment
California can make for its future."

Mark Yudof Says

"I am committed to preserving UC as a place of academic excellence and
opportunity, and I hope others will join me in this worthy fight," Yudof
said. "The investment in higher education is critical to California's
future."

Mark Yudof Says

"Our students are a critical voice in delivering our message to Sacramento,
and it's great to see them engaging in this way," said Yudof. (regarding the
protests)