UC Merced has received the largest philanthropic gift in its history.

The university announced that it has received a $38 million commitment from MacKenzie Scott, the philanthropist ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.

The big picture: UC Merced said the gift will support new spaces designed for teaching, discovery and the support of talented students from all backgrounds.

Flashback: Scott previously donated $20 million to UC Merced in 2021. That gift helped launch major advancements in student support, research capacity and campus growth, the university said.

What they’re saying: “This remarkable act of generosity affirms what we know to be true – UC Merced is changing lives, uplifting families, and reshaping what is possible for California and beyond,” said Chancellor Juan Sánchez M

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