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The UC Student and Policy Center is a hub of engagement with California leaders in the heart of the Capitol community.
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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 Leaders Speaker Series with Congresswoman Katie Porter
YouTube video by University of California
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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?...
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
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...
CalMatters
CalMatters is a nonprofit, nonpartisan newsroom committed to explaining California policy and politics.
CalMatters.org
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.
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
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.
CalMatters
CalMatters is a nonprofit, nonpartisan newsroom committed to explaining California policy and politics.
CalMatters.org
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
California Policy Lab
As an institute at the University of California, we generate research insights for government impact.
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.
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
The Here and Now: A Levelset
YouTube video by University of California
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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
A detailed briefing on the national and state economy – California Economic Futures Forum
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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
Bipartisanship at the State Capitol? Join @CAProblemSolvers members @UCCenterSac panel moderated by Spectrum's Daniela Pardo on 7/9 from 12 pm to 1 pm. Panelists include @senatorashby.bsky.social + 4 Assemblymembers. Open to all. Tickets on sale now! sacpressclub.org/events/upcom...