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Former UC President Michael Drake Speaks About UCSB Crises, Career
- Drake reflected on leading the UC system during the COVID-19 pandemic and related pressures.
- He cited a public health-guided approach that yielded a low fatality rate among UC workers.
- Drake noted the UC system secured 5% budget increases from the state over five years.
- A graduate student strike in 2022 was identified as a difficult but transformative moment.
- Drake spoke about campus responses to the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks and ongoing Gaza conflict.
- He emphasized balancing diverse viewpoints to keep campuses inclusive.
- Drake discussed his role in the search committee that selected UCSB's new chancellor, Dennis Assanis.
- UCSB Chancellor Dennis Assanis praised Drake’s leadership and impact on access and excellence.
- Drake highlighted the value of applying proven practices across the UC system.
- The event was part of UCSB Arts & Lectures' Justice For All programming.
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