By Kathryn Baron

Homeland security chief Janet Napolitano will become the first woman to head the University of California in its 145-year history after her selection was approved Thursday by UC regents in a meeting recessed twice due to student protests.

Student regent Cinthia Flores cast the only no vote against the appointment, citing concerns over treatment of undocumented students.

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