Discover the Top 6 Unbelievable Fun Facts About UCI That Will Amaze You!

1. UCI: A Magical Campus near Disneyland

If you've ever wondered how to add a bit of magic to your UCI experience, look no further than a not-so-secret portal straight out of a fairy tale (hint: it's not a magical pumpkin carriage): The University of California, Irvine is just a whimsical 19-mile journey away from Disneyland, taking a little over an hour by bus or your trusty modern-day steed (aka car)!
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2. Anteater Mascot: A Comic Strip Legend

Once upon a campus yesteryears, a humble Anteater wandered into the annals of comic history and a student poll, forever changing the game for anteaters and college mascots alike: UCI's quirky mascot, the Anteater, was born from Johnny Hart's comic strip "B.C." and became the university's official symbol after winning a student election on November 30, 1965, leading to spirited features like "Zot 'n Go" convenience stores, "Zotmail" announcements, and over four decades of proud Anteater heritage.
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3. BikeUCI: Pedaling Towards World Domination

In an elaborate scheme to start a two-wheeled revolution and pedal towards world domination: the University of California, Irvine operates the BikeUCI Ambassador Program, where cycling enthusiasts unite to mentor new riders, advocate for bike safety, and strengthen the campus bike community, ultimately leading to UCI being honored with the prestigious Platinum-Level Bicycle Friendly University award from the League of American Bicyclists.
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4. Party Hats and Presidential Visits

When Anteaters don party hats and a future president plays peek-a-boo at your alma mater, you know it's a moment to remember: President Barack Obama attended UC Irvine's 2014 graduation ceremony, addressing climate change and announcing a $1 billion fund for disaster-stricken communities, all while squeezing in some fundraising for the Democratic National Committee.
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5. Studying Beachside at Crystal Cove

Who said studying could not be a beach day? At UCI, students can literally hit the shores to expand their minds: UCI collaborates with the Crystal Cove Alliance to support the Crystal Cove Research Facility, situated in the picturesque Crystal Cove State Park, which offers unique small-scale research opportunities amidst sandy beaches, tide pools, and historic cottages.
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6. UCI Goes Full Disneyland-mode with a Class

If Disneyland is the happiest place on Earth, UCI might just be the most studious place in the Magic Kingdom: UCI offers a class that focuses on the art, architecture, and operation of Disneyland, taught by Roland Betancourt, who visited the park over 130 times, rode the Matterhorn 600 times, and took 20,000 photos and videos for his research.
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