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UCLA Today | July 2, 2009
We must restructure UCLA’s academic programs to align them with the state’s current budget, Waugh told campus deans and directors.
UC Budget News | June 26, 2009
Given the magnitude of the state funding deficit facing UC, President Yudof recently proposed that the university consider systemwide furloughs and/or salary cuts.
UCLA Newsroom | June 24, 2009
An estimated 2,500 employees attended a Q&A with Chancellor Gene Block and senior campus officials seeking details about a proposed UC-wide pay cut. Video | Transcript
UCLA Today | June 17, 2009
To deal with unprecedented budget cuts, UC President Mark G. Yudof outlined three optional plans for salary reductions and/or furloughs that are under study.
UCLA Today | June 15, 2009
It's very likely the governor's proposed $619 million cut to UC's budget for 2009-10 will stand, UCLA's budget chief told the Legislative Assembly. UCLA's share would amount to a $109 million reduction — 16 percent of the general fund.
UCLA Today | June 8, 2009
Vice chancellors and deans, following the planning process put in place by UCLA's senior leaders, are taking steps to cut 5 percent from their general fund budgets, knowing that there is a likelihood of more cuts to come as state leaders grapple with the prospect of running out of cash by the end of July.
UCLA Today | June 2, 2009
Testifying before the state’s Joint Legislative Conference Committee on Budget, UC President Mark Yudof described the devastating consequences of the proposed state budget cuts for the university, its students and the services it provides to the state.
UC Newsroom | May 27, 2009
It is absurd that state Senator Leland Yee and his co-sponsors want to rewrite the California Constitution to strip the university of its historic autonomy and place it under direct control of the state Legislature, says a statement from the University of California.
UCLA Newsroom | May 26, 2009
Cuts required at UCLA will be severe, "and there is no question that we are facing difficult and painful choices," Chancellor Gene Block said in a letter to the campus community.
UC Newsroom | May 22, 2009
The University of California is actively engaged in sorting through the shifting budget scenarios, and is prepared to be a vigorous participant in the state's efforts to work through this fiscal crisis, UC President Mark G. Yudof says.
UCLA Today | May 20, 2009
The outcome of the May 19 state ballot propositions means that the University of California will be facing significant budget reductions in the 2009-10 fiscal year.
UC Newsroom | May 14, 2009
UC President Mark G. Yudof said today that the revised state budget scenarios released by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger would have serious consequences for the level and quality of service provided by the University of California system to students and taxpayers.
UC Newsroom | May 7, 2009
Facing a severe budget shortfall as a result of the state's fiscal crisis, the University of California Board of Regents approved student fee increases for the 2009-10 school year.
UC Newsroom | May 6, 2009
No decision has been made regarding furloughs or pay cuts, but President Yudof believes it is important for the University to be in a position to act if additional reductions are necessary.
UCLA Today | April 16, 2009
Now that deans are planning for a 5% budget cut of general funds, the UCLA budget process will move into a strategic phase.
UCLA Today | April 8, 2009
Steve Olsen, UCLA vice chancellor for finance, budget and capital programs, provides a budget update and answers key questions on budget-related issues.
UCLA Today | April 7, 2009
UC President Mark G. Yudof is making plans for the possibility of employee furloughs and/or temporary and permanent salary reductions as an additional element of UC's response to state budget cuts, should such a strategy become necessary.
UCLA Today | March 19, 2009
Facing $228 million in budget shortfalls and mandatory cost increases, all 10 UC campuses are developing their own plans and taking action to cut costs to get through this multiyear financial crisis.
UCLA Today | March 16, 2009
Scott L. Waugh's message to faculty confirms that UCLA will face further reductions on top of unfunded cost increases that the UC system and UCLA face in the areas of utilities, benefits, operations and faculty salaries.
UCLA Today | March 9, 2009
Vice Chancellor Steve Olsen told staff members attending a Budget Town Hall sponsored by Staff Assembly that the painful budget cuts account for only part of UCLA’s problem.
UCLA Today | Feb. 20, 2009
Campus leaders are working closely with the UC Office of the President to determine how the newly approved state budget will affect UCLA.
UC release | Feb. 20, 2009
The final budget added a $50 million reduction in 2009-10 on top of the $65.5 million reduction the governor already had proposed as a mid-year cut for 2008-09. These cuts are not targeted to specific programs.
UCLA Today | Feb. 17, 2009
Chancellor Gene Block, Executive Vice Chancellor Scott Waugh and Vice Chancellor Steve Olsen updated Academic Senate members on the evolving situation with state budget in the latest in a series of candid presentations.
UCLA Today | Feb. 3, 2009
The $885-billion economic stimulus bill making its way through the Senate is likely to offer some tremendous funding opportunities for UCLA that could create jobs in the region, rev up the state economy and advance research, particularly in the field of alternative energy.
UCLA Today | Feb. 3, 2009
UC announced that it will provide funding to cover the value of UC students' Cal Grant awards for the spring term.
UCLA Today | Jan. 23, 2009
Chancellor Gene Block and senior UCLA executives talked candidly to students about the realities of the ongoing state budget crisis.
UC news release | Jan. 14, 2009
The plans are part of UC's efforts to cope with insufficient state funding for enrollment growth and continuing budget cuts.
UCLA Today | Jan. 13, 2009
Vice Chancellor Steve Olsen answers some questions to address the concerns of faculty and staff.
UCLA Today | Jan. 9, 2009
In response to the worsening state budget crisis, the UC Board of Regents will meet Wednesday, Jan. 14, to consider a range of proposals.
UCLA Today | Jan. 6, 2009
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger proposes to permanently reduce the UC budget by $65.5 million. | Yudof statement
Sacramento Bee | Jan. 5, 2009
California schools, colleges and universities need to be given the support to fuel the state's economic resurgence.
Los Angeles Times | Jan. 4, 2009
Out-of-state and international students could help the public university system cushion cuts in funding, but could also keep out qualified local applicants.
Los Angeles Times | Dec. 25, 2008
As the economic downturn shrinks endowments, big institutions may be affected more than smaller schools that rely more on fees.
San Francisco Chronicle | Dec. 10, 2008
California high schools are graduating more qualified students, but the state's grim financial picture means not everyone may get to enroll.
UCLA Today | Nov. 24, 2008
The economic downturn and volatility in the financial markets are top of mind for UCLA leaders as well as the general public.
UCLA Today | Nov. 21, 2008
Chancellor Gene Block briefed the regents' Committee on Educational Policy on how UCLA is being impacted.
Los Angeles Times | Nov. 21, 2008
University of California regents took a symbolic step in an effort to avoid or reduce a 9.4% increase in undergraduate student fees.
Los Angeles Times | Nov. 20, 2008
UC regents threatened to place limits on freshman enrollment if the state does not provide enough funding.
San Francisco Chronicle | Nov. 20, 2008
Pie in the sky or reality test? That was the question the University of California Board of Regents debated.
UCLA Today | Nov. 19, 2008
The UC regents' Committee on Finance voted to send a strongly worded message to the California Legislature and Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger.
UCLA Today | Nov. 17, 2008
Chancellor Gene Block recommended that faculty hiring be slowed, new academic programs be delayed, and other steps.
UCLA Today | Nov. 5, 2008
Mid-year state budget cuts proposed by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger include a further budget cut of $65.5 million for the University of California.
UCLA Today | Oct. 21, 2008
The UC regents approved a $3-billion operating budget for 2008-09 that calls for a 4.9 percent reduction in state general funds.
UCLA Today | Sept. 23, 2008
California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger brought to a close the state's longest-ever budget delay and signed a $103.4 billion spending plan.
UCLA Today | May 30, 2008
As state legislators clash over how to resolve a projected $15 billion to $16 billion shortfall, the impact on UCLA's own budget is still unknown.
Town Hall to address budget crisis
UCLA Today | May 8, 2008
UCLA staff members are invited to address the worsening state budget situation and the serious fiscal implications for the University of California. | 
UC President Yudof on furloughs and salary cuts, June 26, 2009. 
Staff Assembly town hall, June 24, 2009. 
Chancellor Block addresses student concerns, January 2009. 
Vice Chancellor Steve Olsen, other campus leaders explain budget issues. 
