About this College
As the flagship campus of the University of California system, Berkeley is renowned globally for its comprehensive academic programs, particularly strong in STEM fields, social sciences, and humanities. UC Berkeley has a historical association with political activism, notably the Free Speech Movement of the 1960s, and maintains a reputation for intellectual rigor and innovation.
Latest Updates
Establishment of "Free Palestine" Encampment on Sproul Plaza
April 22, 2024
Pro-Palestinian activists established an encampment on Sproul Plaza, similar to those on other university campuses, leading to reports of disruptions, harassment, and physical altercations. (Started approx. April 22, 2024)
Violent Disruption and Antisemitic Threats at Zellerbach Playhouse Event
February 26, 2024
Protesters violently disrupted a scheduled event featuring an Israeli speaker at the Zellerbach Playhouse. Reports include protesters breaking through doors, shattering a window, spitting on attendees, and chanting antisemitic slogans like "Intifada, Intifada" and "Jew Jew Jew we are coming for you". The event was canceled due to safety concerns.