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Alyssa Johansen

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The American Council on Education and the Carnegie Foundation Recognize ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP's Leadership in Community Engagement

ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP has once again been recognized as a national leader in community-engaged scholarship. The  affirms the university’s deep and expanding commitment to serving the public.

Trinidad Quiroz Signs Professional Contract with Necaxa Femenil

ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP women's soccer star Trinidad Quiroz has signed with Necaxa Femenil of Liga BBVA MX Femenil. Quiroz is the first Bobcat to sign a contract with the highest level of women's football in Mexico.

The forward from San Jose, Calif., is a two-time NAIA All-American and she earned All-CCAA First Team honors this past fall following the Bobcats first season in NCAA Division II.

Hundreds of ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP Graduates to Cross the Stage at Fall Commencement

Hundreds of ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP students will be celebrated this weekend at the university’s fall commencement ceremonies in downtown Merced. Nearly 400 undergraduate students and 40 Graduate Division students are set to cross the stage in the Art Kamangar Center at the Merced Theatre during three ceremonies.

ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP Receives Transformational $38 Million Gift from MacKenzie Scott

The University of California, Merced today announced the largest philanthropic gift in its history, an extraordinary new commitment from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. This transformational investment, Ms. Scott’s second major gift to ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP, underscores growing national recognition of ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP’s rapid ascent as one of the nation’s most innovative public research universities and a leader in access and opportunity, student success, and social mobility.

Giving Tuesday at ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP: Collective Generosity Transforms Lives

When ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP launches Give to ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP 2025 on Dec. 2, it won’t just be about one day of giving; the month-long campaign will be about hope, opportunity and community impact.

For the 12th year, the campus joins the global Giving Tuesday movement, inviting donors to power change through the university’s ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP Fund. Contributions to Give to ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP will support the campus’s greatest needs, ensuring ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP has the flexibility to fund emerging opportunities, expand programs and student support initiatives, and assist promising scholars with direct financial assistance.

Native and Indigenous Student Coalition Promotes Culture and Community at ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP

November marks Native American Heritage Month — a time to celebrate, honor and amplify Indigenous traditions and histories. At ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP, the student-led has become a powerful source of community and cultural pride since its founding in 2012.

ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP Earns Perfect Score, Ranks 7th in Nation on Princeton Review’s ‘Top 50 Green Colleges’ List

ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP was recognized again as a national leader in sustainability, earning a perfect Green Rating score and ranking No. 7 in the nation on The Princeton Review’s 2025 list of Top 50 Green Colleges.

The ranking highlights universities that set the standard for environmental stewardship through sustainable operations, curriculum and community engagement. ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP’s perfect score underscores its deep commitment to sustainability – from its zero net energy goals to its emphasis on preparing students to lead in a greener global economy.

Winery Executive Stephanie Gallo Joins ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP Foundation Board of Trustees

The ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP Foundation has named Stephanie Gallo, chief marketing officer at GALLO, to its Board of Trustees. A respected community leader and seasoned executive, Gallo brings extensive experience and a strong commitment to advancing educational initiatives and regional innovation.

As CMO of GALLO — the world’s largest family-owned winery, co-founded by her grandfather, Ernest, and great uncle, Julio — Gallo oversees the global management and strategic direction of the company’s brand portfolio.

Agricultural Leader Jay Mahil Appointed to ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP Foundation Board of Trustees

Community leader and Creekside Company co-owner Jay Mahil has been named to the ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP Foundation Board of Trustees.

A fourth-generation farmer and the first in his family born in the United States, Mahil grew up in Lodi and is a longtime Fresno resident. After graduating from Lodi High School and Fresno State, he joined his family’s farming business, playing a key role in its modernization and expansion across the region.

United for Education: Merced Institutions Forge a Stronger Future Together at ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP Summit

In an unprecedented show of unity, leaders from Merced City School District, Merced Union High School District, Merced College and ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµ³ÉÈËAPP came together to discuss how continued collaboration can transform education and opportunities across the region.