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June 04, 2025
Chancellor-designate S. Jack Hu looks ahead
S. Jack Hu was named chancellor of UC Riverside on May 28. Several days later, he traveled to UCR for some faculty, staff, and student visits. The University Relations news & content team spoke with him during his visit; following is a transcript of that conversation.
UCR News: You have held successful, long-term leadership positions at University of Michigan and at University of Georgia. You no doubt had the opportunity to ride out your career in a comfortable, rewarding environment. What compelled you instead to pursue the chancellorship at UC Riverside?

June 03, 2025
UCR Health announces major expansion
UCR Health announced on Tuesday, June 3, a major expansion of its clinical footprint, with a signed letter of intent targeting an initial 21 acres in Riverside at the intersection of Valley Springs Parkway and Gateway Drive. The vision for the site will include an outpatient diagnostic center and possible future expansion.
The announcement is the largest step by UCR Health toward a full healthcare footprint in the Inland Empire, which contends with both explosive population growth and an inadequate supply of primary and specialty-care physicians.
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