University of California students and administrators will join forces in May at the state Capitol in an effort to highlight the drastic impact of state budget cuts on the 10-campus system. University of California Board of Regents Chairwoman Sherry Lansing announced the rally Wednesday during the board’s meeting at UC Riverside… The UC system has faced significant budget cuts in the past few years. “Along with budget cuts, there have been steep fee increases,” Lawrence said. That affects students and their families, which is why it’s critical that the state reinvest in higher education, she said. College students in general “are really going to help lead future prosperity for the state of California.”

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by Yesenia Amaro , The Modesto Bee.

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