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Check out the latest news for the UC community below. See bargaining updates and notices for represented employees.

Updates to your health plan’s coverage for COVID-19 testing and treatment

May 17, 2023
While the Federal Public Health Emergency (PHE) ended on May 11, 2023, some medical plans are mandated to cover COVID-19 tests, vaccines, and therapeutics for …

UC staff leaders present: The Exit Interview

Dennis McIver
May 11, 2023
On June 27, at 11:05 a.m. (PT), all UC staff are invited to attend The Exit Interview, a special systemwide event featuring departing UC staff …

Staff Snapshot: Marissa Castoro, cancer survivor

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May 11, 2023
Senior Licensed Vocational Nurse Marissa Castoro found her professional calling during a pivotal life experience — while giving birth to her first son, Gianni. “I had …

Get ready to vote! Six candidates vie for staff positions on retirement system advisory board

May 11, 2023
Updated May 22 and 23, 2023: The announcement has been revised to note the sender of the election invitation as “UC Retirement System” and the …

(K5) University of California Riverside and IUOE, Local 501 Public Notice for Sunshine

May 11, 2023
Related Links (K5) University of California Riverside and IUOE, Local 501 Public Notice for Sunshine International Union of Operating Engineers Local 501 K5 Agreement Bargaining …

New webinars from the UC Alumni Career Network

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May 10, 2023
The UC Alumni Career Network is a high-impact, online series designed to provide UC alumni and community members with the insights, information and connections to launch, grow and …

Check out the revamped “Ask UCPath” website

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May 10, 2023
The UCPath Center recently launched a redesigned, enhanced version of the “Ask UCPath” website. The improved design provides users with quick search options and easy …

Dr. Deena Shin McRae selected as associate vice president for Academic Health Sciences

Dr. Deena Shin McRae, incoming associate vice president for Academic Health Sciences, University of California Health
May 9, 2023
Carrie L. Byington, M.D., executive vice president, University of California Health, issued the following statement on May 8, 2023: Dear colleagues, I am pleased to share …

Here for you: Mental Health Awareness Month resources

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May 2, 2023
May is Mental Health Awareness Month — a great opportunity to refresh yourself on the mental health resources available through UC. If you’ve been feeling …

Attend a UC Global Accessibility Awareness Day event: Your Path to Accessibility

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May 1, 2023
The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that 16% of the world’s population, over 1.3 billion people, live with a disability. The impact of the UC …