UC Student and Policy Center

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

YouTube video by University of California California Leaders Speaker Series with Congresswoman Katie Porter

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?...

California Votes: Proposition 50 - October 14, 2025 - Capitol Weekly DEBATE: Proponents from each of the campaigns offered their arguments in a debate on the merits of Prop. 50. Rusty Hicks, Chair of the California Democratic Party represented the Yes side. Patricia Si...

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.

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Former U.S. Secretary of Health & Human Services
Xavier Becerra joined @kqednews.kqed.org's Scott Shafter
at the UC Student & Policy Center to discuss the challenges and opportunities ahead for our state and nation. He also took questions from the audience on a wide range of issues.

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?...

Proposition 50: The debate recap - Capitol Weekly As California voters gear up for a statewide special election on Nov. 4 over the closely watched Proposition 50, Capitol Weekly, CalMatters and the University of California Student and Policy Center h...

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
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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...

Moderated by Rich Ehisen of Capitol Weekly and Juliet Williams of CalMatters, this timely discussion will unpack what’s at stake for California voters.
#CaliforniaVotes #Prop50 #CivicEngagement #CalMatters #CapitolWeekly #UCPolicyCenter #PolicyInAction

CalMatters CalMatters is a nonprofit, nonpartisan newsroom committed to explaining California policy and politics.

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
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With moderator KQED Senior Editor Scott Shafer, Secretary Becerra answered questions from students and leaders alike. This was more than a conversation; it was a chance to learn from one of California’s influential voices.
#CaliforniaLeaders #PublicService #Leadership #XavierBecerra #KQED

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.

YouTube video by University of California Insights and Predictions for the 2025 End of Legislative Session

Check out this video for a recap of this incredible event! youtu.be/FNBCJd1GLOI #CAleg #UCPolicyCenter #PolicyInAction #ThankYou #PolicyLeadership

Our End of Session Look-Ahead brought together policy leaders, students, and the Capitol community for a dynamic dialogue on the 2025 session and beyond.
Huge thanks to our panel:
• Keely Martin Bosler
• Ben Golombek
• Cesar Diaz
• Leah Barros

CalMatters CalMatters is a nonprofit, nonpartisan newsroom committed to explaining California policy and politics.

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

Be part of the conversation shaping California’s future. Register here: forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/Respon...

#UCSPC #AgileGovernment #PublicPolicy #CountiesRISE #CSAC

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

Featuring policy leaders:
• Keely Martin Bosler
• Ben Golombek
• Cesar Diaz
• Leah Barros
Moderated by Alexi Koseff @calmatters.org

Space is limited — register now: end-of-session-look-ahead.eventbrite.com
#UCPolicyCenter #CAleg #PolicyLeadership #SacramentoEvents

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

YouTube video by University of California The Economic Outlook for our State – California Economic Futures Forum

Watch the full panel: youtu.be/micyuXx4g3I
#CaliforniaEconomicFutures #UCSPC #FiscalPolicy

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.

YouTube video by University of California The Here and Now: A Levelset

What happens when #AI meets democracy?
We gathered thought leaders from Meta, @innovationhub.bsky.social, UCLA, and more for a bold conversation on the future of AI policy, moderated by Robin Epley of @sacbee.com

🎥 Watch the panel: youtu.be/8xohBd-YoUM
#AIpolicy #CivicTech #UCPolicyCenter

YouTube video by University of California A detailed briefing on the national and state economy – California Economic Futures Forum

What’s driving California’s economic challenges? Watch Jerry Nickelsburg of @uclaanderson.bsky.social present his outlook during the opening session of the California Economic Futures Forum.
Full video: youtu.be/E8Izmky3Uwg
#UCSPC #AndersonForecast

We’re excited to welcome LPA’s 12th Annual Capitol Connections event to the UC Student and Policy Center on July 24. A great space for emerging Capitol leaders to connect, learn, and grow. Please RSVP by July 21 www.eventbrite.com/e/lpa-capito.... #CapitolCareers #Leadership

On July 9, the Sac Press Club will host "Finding Common Ground" at the UC Student and Policy Center, featuring members of the new Problem Solvers Caucus. Also proud to welcome the Legislative Women’s Caucus to the Center this month. #CAleg #PressClub

California and AI: July 8, 2025 - Capitol Weekly Join Capitol Weekly and the University of California Student and Policy Center for: California and AI, a conference on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 in Sacramento. California is a global leader in AI technolo...

What do experts from Meta, UCLA, @californialabor.bsky.social, and @innovationhub.bsky.social have in common?
They’re all speaking at California and AI July 8 in Sacramento!

Don’t miss this.
Save your seat: capitolweekly.net/events/cal-ai/
#AIethics #CAleg #CaliforniaAndAI

California and AI: July 8, 2025 - Capitol Weekly Join Capitol Weekly and the University of California Student and Policy Center for: California and AI, a conference on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 in Sacramento. California is a global leader in AI technolo...

Keynote Alert: @Scott_Wiener headlines “California and AI,” a deep dive into how our state can lead in responsible #AI innovation.
July 8 | UC Student & Policy Center
Free registration (includes lunch!): capitolweekly.net/events/cal-ai/
#CaliforniaAndAI #CalLeg

California and AI: July 8, 2025 - Capitol Weekly Join Capitol Weekly and the University of California Student and Policy Center for: California and AI, a conference on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 in Sacramento. California is a global leader in AI technolo...

Join @Capitol_Weekly + the UC Student and Policy Center for California and AI – a critical conversation on the future of artificial intelligence and regulation in CA.
July 8 | Sacramento or Zoom
Register: capitolweekly.net/events/cal-ai/
#AIpolicy #CalLeg #CaliforniaAndAI

Welcome to the UC Student and Policy Center—your home for engagement, collaboration, and shaping bold policy solutions for California’s biggest challenges. Follow for updates, events, and how you can help shape the future!

#UCStudentPolicyCenter #PolicyChange