Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger joined the University of California, California State University (CSU) and business leaders on May 31 in announcing the creation of a bold new effort to enhance the supply and preparation of science and mathematics teachers for California's public schools.

Chinese traditional medicine, herbs and guided imagery are among topics at a June 18 lesbian health conference at UCSF.

"If teeth are white, they won't rot at night," are among the words of wisdom written by children who competed in a poster and essay contest.

A UCSF School of Medicine graduate, who rose the ranks of faculty at UCSF, has been appointed chancellor of UC Irvine.

A report takes a critical view of the progress made over the past three decades in addressing the disparities among men and women at the top-rated health sciences university.

There will be information for the public on the effects of tobacco on health, nicotine addiction and smoking cessation services. Other activities include free health screenings, live music and a poster exhibit.

UCSF Medical Center officials congratulated faculty, staff and volunteers for their hard work during an upbeat annual honors and awards celebration on May 9.

The UCSF Lesbian Health Research Center (LHRC) will provide insight into subjects such as Chinese traditional medicine, herbs and supplements, and guided imagery -- the realm of complementary medicine -- during its fifth annual conference on Saturday, June 18.

UCSF faculty and teachers from the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) will share some of the highlights of their ongoing partnership designed to advance science education for local students.

After first suggesting the idea to have a staff representative on the UC Board of Regents in 1994, two men will finally get a seat at the table in July.