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Depicted is a poster describing solar-over-canal Project Nexus in front of the actual structure.

State's First Solar Canal Project Moves from UC Merced Lab to Real World

April 29, 2026

What started as a premise in a UC Merced lab culminated with a commemoration of Project Nexus, California's first solar canal project. On Wednesday, state leaders gathered at the Project Nexus sites...

Alumnus Rahim Moulanazada works on the state capitol annex reconstruction.

Alumnus Rahim Moulanazada Continues to Build His Future

April 15, 2026

Rahim Moulanazada’s path from Modesto to major construction projects across California has been shaped by persistence, family and a deep appreciation for collaboration. Moulanazada, 24, graduated...

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New Liberal Studies Major Expands Paths for Degree Completion and Future Teachers

April 13, 2026

A highly customizable degree that rewards curiosity, reaches out to a diverse set of learners and prepares scholars for people-centered careers has arrived at UC Merced. Liberal studies, a bachelor’s...