UCR School of Medicine

Our History

The UCR School of Medicine welcomed the first class of students in 2013, but the dream of creating a medical school in Riverside dates back to 1971. Read about our history and learn about the people who helped make the School of Medicine a reality.

Learn about our History

Mission, Diversity, and Values Statements

Read about our mission, our commitment to diversity, and the values that drive the faculty, staff, and students of the UC Riverside School of Medicine.

Read our Mission, Diversity, & Values Statements

Where We are Located

The primary teaching space for the school is the School of Medicine Education Building on the northeast side of campus, next to the Orbach Science Library. Research and laboratory facilities are housed in multiple sites on campus, including:

• The School of Medicine Research Building, located on the southeast side of the campus
• Webber Hall, located near the SOM Education Building
• Multi-Disciplinary Research Building (MRB), located near the corner of Aberdeen and North Campus Drive

Some administrative offices, including Compliance, Human Resources, Academic Affairs, and UCR Health are located at the Intellicenter on Meridian Parkway in Moreno Valley

Learn About Our Facilities