To: The Regents of the University of California and Governor of California

In September 2024, significant raises were approved for the University of California (UC) Chancellors, increasing their already substantial salaries. These raises come at a time when students, staff, and faculty across the UC system are grappling with rising costs, budget cuts, and the ongoing challenges posed by the economic climate. We believe this decision is out of touch with the financial realities faced by the broader UC community.

As California taxpayers and members of the UC community, we demand that:

• The recently approved raises for UC Chancellors be rescinded immediately. This decision is a misuse of public funds, particularly when many essential services and academic programs are underfunded.
• Any future salary increases for UC Chancellors or other top-level administrators require approval by a majority vote of the California public. As the UC system is publicly funded, it is only fair that the people of California have a direct say in how these funds are allocated, especially regarding the compensation of its highest-paid officials.

The University of California is a public institution meant to serve the students, faculty, staff, and residents of California. The recent salary increases do not reflect the values of equity and shared responsibility that should be at the core of our public education system.

We, the undersigned, call on the UC Regents and the Governor of California to take immediate action to rescind these raises and to establish a system where any future raises must be approved by the California public.

Let’s ensure that the University of California remains focused on its mission of providing affordable, high-quality education, and that its financial decisions reflect the priorities of the people it serves.

Sign this petition if you believe in financial responsibility, transparency, and the need for public input on decisions that impact our state's public education system.