For a quarter of a century, Les Ferriss has been teaching the same course on "The Hand-Printed Book in its Historical Context." Even in today's digital/web/Kindle age, his is one of the most popular and fascinating courses on campus. Read story in the San Francisco Chronicle.
Berkeley physicists Paul Richards and George Smoot have been honored for their contributions to astrophysics research and teaching. Richards shares the $1 million Dan David Prize for his contributions to understanding the history of the universe. Smoot was honored with the Oersted Medal by the American Association of Physics Teachers.
The UC Berkeley community will have a rare opportunity to explore the creative process of movie-making with award-winning director Ang Lee and his producing partner and screenwriter James Schamus. The March 16 event is part of L&S's "On the Same Page" program.
Salamander populations appear to have plummeted as a result of global warming, according to a new study by University of California, Berkeley, biologists.
Growing and unrealistic expectations for teenage girls are fueling a generational mental health crisis, according to a new book by UC Berkeley psychologist Stephen Hinshaw.
Now led by political scientist Henry Brady, Berkeley's Survey Research Center celebrates 50 years of using survey data in an attempt to illuminate American life and shape public policy.