Employee News
Check out the latest news for the UC community below. See bargaining updates and notices for represented employees.
Additional COVID-19 relief in sight for participants in UC’s Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans
January 12, 2021
Update, March 9, 2021: UC has approved some important temporary changes to support employees who are at risk of losing their FSA contributions because they’ve been …
Important changes to UC’s policy on temporary layoffs and benefits eligibility
January 8, 2021
As President Michael V. Drake, M.D., affirmed in his November message, UC is committed to protecting jobs as much as possible during the pandemic. To …
Second choice opportunity approved for Savings Choice participants beginning in 2021
December 22, 2020
UC has received IRS approval to allow Savings Choice participants a window of opportunity to switch prospectively from Savings Choice to Pension Choice, and become …
UC convenes Artificial Intelligence Working Group to harness innovative technology, establish guardrails for equitable and ethical use
December 18, 2020
Artificial intelligence (AI) — machines or computer programs capable of learning and problem-solving to perform tasks that typically require humans — can make people and …
UC will lead California’s rollout of CA Notify
December 8, 2020
The state of California has asked UC to lead the expansion of a smartphone-based COVID-19 exposure notification system, which was recently tested at seven UC …
Try the new UCPath appointment feature
December 8, 2020
As of Dec. 7, 2020, all UC employees can schedule phone appointments with UCPath for assistance with submitted inquiries. One-hour appointments are available Monday through …
Tips for a healthier holiday season during COVID-19
December 8, 2020
The spread of COVID-19 is increasing across the U.S., including California, as colder weather drives more people indoors. To help keep yourself and your loved …
The UC Alumni Career Network explores the future of travel
December 8, 2020
If you’re typically a globe-trotter, the COVID-19 pandemic has likely been a challenge for you. It’s difficult to imagine what exploring the world will look …
Staff Snapshot, Yulianna Ortega, STEM diversity champion and artist
December 8, 2020
The winner of the UC Santa Cruz Alumni Association Outstanding Staff Award, and a proud STEM-major graduate, Yulianna Ortega has devoted her career to helping …
Fighting Zoom fatigue starts with you
December 8, 2020
Zoom fatigue is on the rise, and many of us are feeling overwhelmed by the number of Zooms during a typical workweek. Before you send …