California Magazine publishes news and features from the Cal Alumni Association, with university history and alumni programs.

alumni.berkeley.edu/california-magazine
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About California

California Magazine is a publication of the Cal Alumni Association at UC Berkeley. It publishes news, features, and stories about the university and its community, and it has covered the story of Berkeley for more than 125 years, according to the homepage.

The site offers a current issue, a searchable archive organized by category, class notes, and The Edge Podcast, which the magazine hosts. Readers can also subscribe to a monthly email newsletter called The Cal Connection. The site lists submission guidelines and advertising information.

Key features

  • Current issue with feature stories and editors' picks
  • Archive of past stories, browsable by category
  • The Edge Podcast, hosted by magazine staff
  • Class Notes section for alumni updates
  • Monthly email newsletter, The Cal Connection
  • Published submission guidelines for contributors
Best for: Readers interested in UC Berkeley news, history, and alumni life, and anyone following stories about the Berkeley area.
Good for
  • Has a long publishing history, with coverage described as spanning more than 125 years
  • Covers a range of topics, including business, science and technology, culture, education, health, and politics
Watch out for
  • Coverage centers on UC Berkeley and its alumni community, so it is narrower in scope than a general news magazine

California at a glance

Type
Publication
Platforms
Web
Language
English
Country
US
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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California FAQ

How can I contact California Magazine?
The site lists the phone number 510.900.8247 and the email address [email protected].
Does the magazine have a newsletter?
Yes. The Cal Alumni Association sends a monthly email newsletter called The Cal Connection, and the homepage offers a sign-up option.
Where can I find submission guidelines?
The site links to a Submission Guidelines page under About California Magazine.
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