Greetings,

Today's newsletter is focused on the May Budget Revision and shares some of the research and events honoring AAPI and Jewish heritage across our UCs.

Thank you! May Budget Revision Decreases UC Budget Cut from 8% to 3%.

Friends of the UC wants to say thank you for advocating for all 10 UC campuses in the state budget. The proposal represents a $276M restoration of funds to the UC system, the economic powerhouse of our state and nation.

We understand that tough choices have to be made. We also recognize that the threats to UC research and student financial aid are ever present from the Federal government. We look forward to exploring additional opportunities to support UC students, housing, and infrastructure needs in the coming weeks and months.

Additionally, you can read UC President Drake's response to the May Budget Revision here.

UC Campuses Recognize AAPI + Jewish Heritage Month

• Celebrating 19th Annual Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month (UC San Diego)
• The Can-Do Mayor, First Asian American Mayor of Berkeley (UC Berkeley)
• UCLA Spotlights Jewish American Voices, Histories, and Research (UCLA)
• Center for Jewish Studies is One of a Handful to Offer the 3 Historical Jewish Languages (UC Berkeley)

Reminder to RSVP for our Inaugural Legislator Awards Night on Monday, June 2 at 6:00 pm at Mayahuel for elected leaders, advocates, and UC community. Please RSVP by emailing Tahiza@blrfundraising.com.

Fiat Lux,

Bettina Duval & Cathy Unger

p.s. Congratulations to UC Davis Chancellor Gary May and the entire Aggie Community for the opening of Aggie Square in Sacramento a few miles from the Capitol. Let us know if you want to tour the complex.

Friends of the University is the only political action committee and 501(c)(4) dedicated to supporting the University of California through statewide advocacy and developing a strong network with legislators.