The University of California is in search of a new president following Michael V. Drake's planned departure. The position is challenging, overseeing vast resources, significant student populations, and complex issues heightened by political changes, particularly under Donald Trump. Current challenges include a potential $400 million state funding cut, federal investigations into admissions practices, and pressures to enhance graduation rates among underrepresented students. Former Assembly speaker John Perez emphasized the significant and overlapping challenges that the next leader will need to manage, reflecting a tumultuous time in higher education politics and funding.
The U.S. Department of Justice is currently investigating allegations of discriminatory admissions practices and complaints of antisemitism at several UC campuses, complicating the presidency.
John Perez remarked, 'The university is dealing with more significant challenges all at the same time than they probably have in the last 50 years, 60 years.'
UC's board of regents is tasked with finding a new president to navigate pressures from funding cuts, diversity issues, and student protests post-Trump's election.
Even with a potential $400 million cut in state funding, the next president must increase graduation rates among Black and Latino students, and attract more residents.
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