UC Merced
@ucmerced
The official account for the University of California, Merced Go 'Cats! 🐾😸💙💛
WE R1! 💙💛 UC Merced has officially been named a Carnegie R1 top-tier research university—the only one in the Central Valley. In less than 20 years, we've joined the nation's most elite institutions, proving that innovation and impact have no limits. 🔗 ucm.edu/3ussof
UC Merced grad Tatiana Howell is launching her finance career, and she credits the UC Investments Academy for helping open the door. Learn more about the experience students are gaining here 🔗 ucm.edu/dfr8sk?utm_sou…
Professor Andy LiWang earned The Protein Society’s prestigious Hodgkin Award for his groundbreaking research on the oldest known biological clock. Read more here: 🔗 ucm.edu/nq25l8
A warm Bobcat welcome to Carlos Lauchu, founder and principal of The Science Academy STEM Magnet School, during his visit with Scott Hagg and Dustin Noji at UC Merced! We're proud to collaborate with STEM champions to create pathways for student success in science and innovation.
Swimming with a Nile crocodile isn’t for everyone, but Professor Sora Kim called it a highlight while filming “Jaws vs. Mega Croc” for @SharkWeek! 🦈 Catch her episode Monday at 9 p.m. and read more here: ucm.edu/oeqnw6
The University of California is innovating in artificial intelligence, healthcare, national defense, energy independence, and cybersecurity. Our @UofCalifornia community is problem-solving today for tomorrow’s challenges and driving the economy across the state and nation.…
Join us for this year's "All UC Alumni Reception in the Central Valley" at alumni-owned venue Toca Madera Winery! ucm.edu/dqkupx Enjoy light appetizers, local, wine and great conversations with our incredible UC alumni network. 💙💛
Join us at the upcoming “HireUC Alumni Career Summit” hosted by @UofCalifornia and all 10 campuses, including @ucmerced. Connect with diverse employers, explore career paths & build your network. ucm.edu/HireUC25 📅 August 21 📍 Fresno Convention Center 🕐 11 AM - 3 PM
The UC Board of Regents announced the appointment of the next UC Student Regent, Miguel Craven. Miguel earned his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from @ucmerced and is currently pursuing his master’s degree in Energy Systems at @ucdavis. He is passionate about…
Level up your game this summer with the UC Merced Bobcats 🌟🐾 Skills, drills, and serious fun—don’t miss out! Spots are limited, lock yours in now at ucmercedbobcats.com/camps
Less than 50 days till instruction starts… not that we’re counting or anything 👀 (ok we totally are).
Happy Cow Appreciation Day 🐄 At UC Merced, our cows do more than graze, they help restore rare ecosystems, reduce wildfire risk and protect the land we love 🐮🌱 Conservation heroes, one hoofstep at a time. We mooo-ch appreciate them!
Wishing our Bobcat community a safe and joyful Fourth of July! UC Merced is closed today in observance of Independence Day and will reopen on Monday, July 7.
Ag-tech has always been part of UC Merced, but now it’s leading the way. At the Smart Farm, students turn ideas into real solutions for one of the world’s top growing regions, a living classroom for the future. 🔗 ucm.edu/ha0x7r
Professor Clarissa Nobile has once again gained the attention of the @NIH and received a grant to continue her research on biofilm infections that affect human health. Read more about her research here 🔗 ucm.edu/y2zi8s
The @UCMercedMBB Elite Camp is almost here! Take your game to the next level this summer 🏀 spots are limited, secure yours today using the link below ⬇️ REGISTER >> ucm.edu/30zzme
Big moves for Men's Volleyball! 🏐 UC Merced is joining @MPSFSports for the 2026 men's volleyball season, alongside Jessup, BYU, Concordia, Menlo, Pepperdine, Stanford, UCLA, USC, and Vanguard. This exciting shift aligns with our transition to NCAA Division II. Go Bobcats! 💛💙
Coming soon... @UCMercedMVB will join @MPSFSports in 2026. For more info visit ucm.edu/xvpi0z
UC Merced is closed today, June 19, in honor of #Juneteenth, a day to commemorate the end of slavery in the U.S. and celebrate Black freedom and resilience. Join one of the many events in Merced this weekend to reflect and celebrate.
Join us in urging @CAgovernor to sign #CALeg’s budget bill and to #FundUC! Students, staff, faculty and communities across CA benefit from investments in @UofCalifornia. bit.ly/45SOY8e #UCAdvocate
Engineering students tackled real-world challenges for clients across California through the Innovate to Grow capstone competition. Students designed and built projects ranging from new software applications to an automated can seal sorter. 🔗 ucm.edu/u4g6i5
