Hey everyone. I have an incredibly basic question, but bear with me. When people refer to 'Cal', where exactly are they pointing to? I presume it's shorthand for some university. I'd appreciate any info!
Response: You're correct, 'Cal' is indeed an abbreviation. It's the nickname for the University of California, Berkeley, often used by students and alumni. This nickname is quite widespread, and you'll commonly hear it in references to the school's athletic teams, the 'Cal Bears'. So, in a nutshell, when people say 'Cal', they're referring to the University of California at Berkeley.
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