External Relations
We build public understanding and support for the university's mission.
External Relations is focused on establishing strong relationships with outside constituencies and building broad understanding of the many ways in which UC contributes to the lives of all Californians. Departments within External Relations are responsible for communications, governmental relations at the state and federal levels, and institutional advocacy.
Senior Vice President
DEPARTMENTS
Alumni and Constituent Affairs
Increases the involvement of alumni in supporting UC through support of UC alumni associations and stewardship of the AAUC.
- Top Destinations
- Staff and contacts
- Alumni and visitor sites
- Support UC
Communications
Works to build public awareness of UC’s value and its impact on the lives of people in California and beyond.
- Top Destinations
- What we do
- Tips for working with us
- Tools and guidelines
Federal Governmental Relations
Works with congress, the administration, federal agencies and national organizations to advocate for the university.
- Top Destinations
- Campus federal liaisons
- Issues and policy papers
- Resources
Institutional Advancement
Facilitates support for UC through private gifts, grants and contracts as well as federal and state appropriations and contracts.
IMPAC
Develops UC's positions on legislative issues and provides analysis and research in support of policy initiatives.
- Top Destinations
- Federal legislation
- UC-sponsored legislation
- Policy initiatives and projects
State Governmental Relations
Serves as the primary university representative to state elected officials and agencies.
- Top Destinations
- Legislation
- Budget resources
- Advocacy
Contact us
Phone: (510) 987-0060
External Relations
University of California
Office of the President
1111 Franklin Street
Oakland, CA 94607
Media inquiries
Phone: (510) 987-9200
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