The Cal Connection

AUGUST 2023

Uji Time CEO Sharon Ku ’08 sits in Durant Food Court with Uji Time ice cream in front of her.. / Cal Alumni Association / KLC Fotos / Ariel Nava

Uji Time CEO Sharon Ku ’08 loved UC Berkeley’s multiculturalism as an undergrad. After graduation, Ku found a way to add to that multiculturalism: ice cream. / Cal Alumni Association / KLC Fotos / Ariel Nava

Adding to Berkeley’s Diversity, One Ice Cream at a Time

Uji Time CEO Sharon Ku ’08 uses ice cream (and her nutritional science degree) to give back to UC Berkeley and encourage multiculturalism.

Walter Gordon 1918, J.D. 1922: The Legend and the Legacy

The life of Walter Gordon has been defined by the racial barriers he broke and seeds he rooted for the futures that Cal students have now.

We get so caught up in our own problems and our own challenges that sometimes we need to take time and reflect on history and appreciate the shoulders on which we stand.”
—Commissioner Cloey Hewlett ’76, J.D. ’79, speaking at the 100-year anniversary celebration of Walter Gordon’s graduation from Berkeley Law

Affirmative Action: What Can Other Schools Learn from UC Berkeley?

Understanding the effects of Proposition 209 and how the UC system has worked within its bounds since 1996.

Four Things in Oppenheimer Only Berkeley People Will Catch

Did you spot them?

California magazine

A Brief History of Oski, Cal’s Mascot

Before the costumed antics, Oski was a cartoon in The Daily Cal who was almost named “Algy.”

Rock on, Golden Bears! Bear Music Fest returns to the Lair September 7 - 10.

Professor Profile: Philip Stark

Following the trail runner from his varied passions to his experience as an expert election auditor.

UC Berkeley’s 2023 Summer Reading List

Here’s the Cal community’s book suggestions for incoming students (and alums looking for their next read) along the theme of “(Re)Writing the Rules.”

Middle School Students Experience the Lair at Oski Science Camp

The Lair hosted hundreds of middle schoolers at Oski Science Camp last spring, resulting in learning, spreading Cal love, and creating long-lasting memories.

California magazine

UC Berkeley Goes All-Electric as Part of Ambitious Clean Energy Campus Plan

Goodbye 36-year-old gas turbine, hello electric thermal plant.

Nominations Open: Peter E. Haas Public Service Award

Recognize a fellow alum who has contributed to social service, healthcare, the environment, or education. Nominations are due September 1, 2023.

How Are You #BerkeleyForLife?

Share photos of how you show off your Cal spirit on summer vacation or of your favorite memory at UC Berkeley for a chance to win a Cal gear prize box valuing $150. Contest closes at 9 p.m. PT on August 15, 2023.

Bear Music Fest Is Back at the Lair September 7–10

Here’s what to expect at the multi-day live music festival.

More news from the Cal Alumni Association, California magazine, and UC Berkeley.

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PARTNER

California LIVE! Life: The Universe and Everything, featuring Alex Filippenko on September 7

Summer Welcome Parties

Hosted by Alumni Chapters
Join your fellow alums at a Summer Welcome Party and meet new Cal students from your area.
July – September | Cities Throughout the United States

HireUC Alumni Career Fair

Hosted by University of California
Network with employers from a range of fields looking to hire UC alumni, or register your company to recruit.
August 24 | San Jose

The Art of Animation: Storytelling in the Digital Age

Hosted by Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
Explore methods of storytelling in animated films through BAMPFA’s latest film series, featuring a lineup of movies from Pixar, Wes Anderson, Studio Ghibli, and more.
Runs through August 31 | Berkeley

California Live! Life, The Universe And Everything

Co-hosted by BAMPFA with support from AMBA and Angels & Cowboys
Join California magazine’s Editor-in-Chief Pat Joseph in conversation with astrophysicist and educator extraordinaire Alex Filippenko.
September 7 | Berkeley

Hadestown

Hosted by Night Out/Night Off and Tickets 4 A Good Cause
Watch the Tony Award–winning show inspired by the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice from a balcony section just for you and fellow UC Berkeley alums and friends.
September 15 | San Francisco

Bear Music Fest

Hosted by the Lair of the Golden Bear
The annual Bear Music Fest is back! Don’t miss out on this multi-day live music festival featuring The Arcadian Wild, Little Stranger, Bombargo, Jimbo Scott, and more.
September 7 – 10 | Pinecrest

Alumni and Parents Weekend at Homecoming

Calling all alums, friends, parents, family members, and students! Join the celebration and register now for Cal’s premier event.
October 6 – 8 | Berkeley

See the full events calendar.

The world awaits! Journey with Cal Discoveries Travel in 2024. Learn more about our trips.

Booksio

Discover your favorite books and magazines at Booksio while supporting CAA. Use discount code CAL5 for $5 off or CAL10 for 10% off of your entire purchase.

Cal Athletics

Don't miss out on your chance to make lasting memories with Cal Athletics! Purchase tickets today!

Target Test Prep

Prep with the best and ace the GMAT, GRE, EA, or SAT. Use code Berkeley23 for 20% off any self-study course or Berkeleylive23 for $400 off any LiveTeach course.

Residence Inn Berkeley

Receive up to 15% off the best available hotel rates at Residence Inn Berkeley, plus complimentary breakfast and WiFi, when you use the promo code C2389. Guestrooms include full kitchens and separate living spaces.

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