Inside UCR
UC Riverside is a prominent university known for its strong emphasis on research, diversity, and social mobility, offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs.
Services
Inside UCR offers a range of services for its faculty, staff, and students. Starting April 1, 2024, it provides a University-paid Identity Theft Protection Program through Experian for all benefit-eligible faculty, staff, and retirees. The campus also hosts events and offers dining options during Ramadan 2024. Additionally, Spieth Hall has been renovated, including a new roof. The university offers two ways to utilize bus services via the R’Card or a mobile app.
Academic Programs and Achievements
Inside UCR offers more than 80 undergraduate degree programs and provides various opportunities for graduate study and research. The university is recognized for its quality, with two engineering programs ranked among the best online programs by U.S. News. Furthermore, UCR ranks No. 2 in the U.S. News Social Mobility Rankings, No. 2 for Financial Aid by Business Insider, and No. 7 in Pell Grant Performance by Washington Monthly. The university's dedication to research is exemplified by a UC undergraduate winning the UC Graduate Deans’ Leadership and Research Award.
Events and Lectures
Inside UCR hosts several notable events and lectures. The CNAS Science Lecture Series features research on climate change, cosmology, and sustainability. UCR also hosts a Gala Celebration event called UCR Honors, which celebrates the achievements and contributions of the UCR community. Additionally, the ScotSurplus Furniture Post-Blowout Sale is scheduled following the opening of the new UCR Student Health and Counseling Center.
Campus Features and Facilities
The UCR campus spans 1,200 acres and offers both in-person and virtual tours to prospective students and visitors. The institution members of the Association of American Universities. Recent infrastructure updates include the new roof for Spieth Hall and continuous campus maintenance highlighted by the Annual Campus Asbestos Notification for 2024. UCR emphasizes sustainability in its campus operations and has confirmed the presence of a potentially fatal dog parasite in a section of the Colorado River running through California.
Notable People and Awards
Inside UCR celebrates the achievements of its affiliates. Ivy Pochoda was an LA Times Book Prize finalist for her novel 'Sing Her Down.' Christopher Scott Murillo’s stage designs have been featured on TV and theater productions. These accomplishments highlight the diverse talents and recognition of the UCR community on both national and international stages.