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Alumna Stays Local, Pledges to Serve the Underserved

Sheena TruongWhen she began her journey at UC Merced, Sheena Truong had the future planned out. She’d graduate, go to dental school and become an orthodontist. But Merced had more to offer — and in a roundabout way, it became her destination.

Campus Police Officers Hit the Road for Special Olympics

The Law Enforcement Torch Run to support Special Olympics passes through campus.The Merced County portion of the 2016 Law Enforcement Torch Run made its way to the UC Merced campus yesterday.

Downtown Center Focuses on Child Development

Professor Jeffrey Gilger (left) and Vice Chancellor Sam Traina discuss the future of the new center.Parents, caregivers and community members in the Merced area have a new re

Campus Seeks Nominations for 2016 Leadership Awards

While at UC Merced, students work diligently to achieve academically and reach their leadership potential. Each year, the Margo F. Souza Student Leadership Center awards top students and student organizations for their outstanding leadership qualities, and honors staff and faculty members who have helped students accomplish their aspirations.

Alumni Support Community Trunk or Treat Event

Alumni Campus Employees chapterMembers of the UC Merced Alumni Association’s Alumni Campus Employees (ACE) chapter stepped up this Halloween to help with the annual Boys and Girls Club Trunk or