UCI
Abbreviation with 2 meanings
| Stands for | University of California, Irvine |
|---|---|
| Meanings | 2 |
| Categories | Education & Academia, Sports |
UCI has two meanings. It stands for University of California, Irvine (university) or Union Cycliste Internationale (International Cycling Union) (sports governing body).
Meanings of UCI at a glance
| # | UCI stands for | Context |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of California, Irvine | Education & Academia › University |
| 2 | Union Cycliste Internationale (International Cycling Union) | Sports › Sports Governing Body |
1. University of California, Irvine
Education & Academia · University Abbreviations
Orange County campus of the University of California, founded in 1965 together with the planned city of Irvine that grew up around it. It is known for its health sciences, computer science and criminology programs and for its mascot, Peter the Anteater.
Example: UCI admitted a record number of first-generation students this year.
The university brands itself "UC Irvine". The campus was laid out around a central park called Aldrich Park, with buildings in a ring. Its sports teams compete in the Big West Conference.
2. Union Cycliste Internationale (International Cycling Union)
Sports · Sports Governing Body Abbreviations
Cycling's world governing body, covering road racing, track, mountain biking, BMX, cyclo-cross and para-cycling. It licenses professional teams, runs the UCI WorldTour and the World Championships, and enforces equipment and anti-doping rules.
Example: The new frame was approved by the UCI only weeks before the Tour de France.
Founded on April 14, 1900, in Paris and headquartered in Aigle, Switzerland. World champions wear a white jersey with rainbow bands for a year after their win. Racing bikes must weigh at least 6.8 kg under UCI rules. The Tour de France itself is owned by Amaury Sport Organisation, not the UCI.
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