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Employee News

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

Explore politics, polarization and perils on campus with #SpeechMatters this Thursday

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April 16, 2024
On Thursday, April 18, 2024, join the UC National Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement for its sixth annual #SpeechMatters conference. The sixth annual conference, themed …

Don’t forget — April 15 is the deadline to file 2023 Health and DepCare FSA claims

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April 4, 2024
The Health and Dependent Care (DepCare) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) both let you save on your taxes by taking pretax money from your paycheck each month to …

12 movies that help us see the best in humanity

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April 1, 2024
The “Greater Goodies” awards highlight human strengths and virtues.

UC’s proposal to expand paid sick leave is under review

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April 1, 2024
Over the past few years, UC has made notable strides in supporting work-life balance, including the introduction of the Pay for Family Care and Bonding …

Trouble signing up for identity theft protection? Issues with Experian have been resolved

April 1, 2024
April 2, 2024: This announcement has been updated with information about the resolution of account activation issues. As announced in March, Experian sent out emails …

RASC offers extended hours and more support options for prospective retirees

March 20, 2024
March 28, 2024: This story has been updated with expanded operating hours for the UC Retirement Administration Service Center (RASC). If you’re planning to retire …

Help fight cancer when you file your taxes

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March 19, 2024
As you prepare to file your state income taxes this year, you have an opportunity to help University of California researchers in the fight against …

From President Drake: The importance of seeing one another

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March 19, 2024
At the University of California, we spend a lot of time and energy working to expand access and opportunity. These are the nuts and bolts …

Departing Staff Advisor Jo Mackness on bringing UC’s mission to life

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March 19, 2024
“Throughout my time at UC, I’ve been inspired by the university’s role as a social mobility engine for students. As the third largest employer in …

Call for stories: Mental Health Awareness Month

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March 19, 2024
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and UCnetwork is planning to highlight the UC staff who make a difference in colleagues’, students’ and patients’ mental …