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Black History Month 2021: UCSF staff, faculty and students reflect on the impact of raceTuesday, March 2, 2021
"I'm looking forward to a time where you see entire departments of African-Americans, and a rainbow of diversity and inclusion," said Leah Pimentel, assistant director of Community Relations.
- President Drake will headline “Leading Through Culture” event
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
The Berkeley Culture Initiative invites UCOP colleagues to attend a "fireside chat" with President Drake on Tuesday, March 9, from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. PST.
- Sautter IT Innovation Award Program: Now accepting applications
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
All UC IT professionals are invited to enter the 2021 Sautter Awards for Innovation in Information Technology. Applications are due May 21, 2021.
UC Cooperative Extension 4-H offers proven practices for effective online learningMonday, February 22, 2021
Volunteer educators and professional staff who provide thousands of California 4-H members aged 5 to 18 with invaluable learn-by-doing lessons faced challenges when their work moved online. Steven Worker, UC Cooperative Extension 4-H Youth Development advisor, has shared best practices for working w...
- Research security symposium focuses on protecting America’s intellectual capital
Friday, February 19, 2021
10 tips for handling difficult conversations at workTuesday, February 9, 2021
Good communication is a skill. Like any other, it requires knowledge and practice. The UC Alumni Career Network shares advice for better workplace conversations.
Attend Black History Month events throughout UCTuesday, February 9, 2021
Celebrate Black History Month with your colleagues — wherever you are — by checking out our roundup of virtual events taking place throughout UC.
Staff snapshot: Diana Lizarraga, UC Berkeley’s chief NERDTuesday, February 9, 2021
Who are you calling a nerd? Hopefully Diana, since that’s one of her monikers! Learn how Diana has built her career around elevating nontraditional voices in the STEM fields and advocating for “TechnoInclusion.” ...
Building vaccine trust in communities of colorTuesday, February 9, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately hurt communities of color, who are more often than other groups to be skeptical of vaccines due to past abuses and histories. Dr. David Tom Cooke of UC Davis Health explains how health care providers can help.
COVID Stories: When swimming in the bay, ‘everything else falls away’Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Sharing stories about how members of the UC community have been surviving — and even thriving — since last spring can help draw us together. This first story is from Laura Counts, an associate communications director at UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business.
- Double the Pell: UC, UCSA launch nationwide effort to increase aid for low-income students
Monday, February 8, 2021
- University of California Health creates a “vaccine superstation” in San Diego
Monday, February 8, 2021
February New Dimensions is now availableFriday, February 5, 2021
Catch up on the latest news for retirees in the February issue of New Dimensions.
Black History Month: A reading list of books by Black UCLA facultyTuesday, February 2, 2021
Check out just a few of the important contributions UCLA faculty members have made to the ongoing cultural conversation, including explorations of civil rights, jazz and rap, influential artists and writers and more.
A career forged by life experiencesTuesday, January 26, 2021
Jamal J. Myrick went from being a high school teen who never considered attending college to a self-published author. “Now I can share my story with my scholars,” said Myrick, who was named director of African Student Programs at UC Riverside in May 2020, making him the second youngest d...
- California’s $82B economic engine
Friday, January 22, 2021
UC's work in education, health care, research and public service creates economic benefits across the state.
- Learn how to address difficult conversations at work
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
The UC Alumni Career Network offers real-world advice from the UC community about addressing difficult conversations so that all voices are valued.
Staff Snapshot, Scott Paulson, maestro of the Geisel Library carillonTuesday, January 12, 2021
A prolific musician and one-time chef, Scott is a welcoming face at UC San Diego’s iconic library, where he’s passionate about inspiring students, faculty, staff and the greater community.
Boost your career this year with the UC Alumni Career NetworkTuesday, January 12, 2021
Did you ever wish you had a community of experts to call upon for help navigating the ins and outs of your career, from dealing with difficult situations to managing work-life balance? The UC Alumni Career Network offers just that.
- Additional COVID-19 relief in sight for participants in UC’s Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
Paycheck reminders for the new yearTuesday, January 12, 2021
New year, new paycheck. Here are a few changes to look out for on your first paycheck of the new year. Paid bi-weekly? Your December paychecks covered your January health insurance premiums, so they may have looked different, too.
- Important changes to UC’s policy on temporary layoffs and benefits eligibility
Friday, January 8, 2021
UC denounces attack on American democracyThursday, January 7, 2021
President Michael V. Drake, M.D., condemns the failed insurrection at the U.S. Capitol building on Wednesday...
Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive director Julie Rodrigues Widholm: ‘Art is life’Wednesday, December 23, 2020
"Art reflects every aspect of human existence. I think it’s a moral imperative to open up museums to the entirety of our communities in a way that hasn’t been done in the past."
- Second choice opportunity approved for Savings Choice participants beginning in 2021
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
The UC Alumni Career Network explores the future of travelTuesday, December 8, 2020
In the latest episode of the UC Alumni Career Network, Melinda Yee Franklin, managing director of corporate and government affairs for United Airlines, shares what’s in store for the future of travel — and what journeyers might expect.
Staff Snapshot, Yulianna Ortega, STEM diversity champion and artistTuesday, December 8, 2020
The winner of the UC Santa Cruz Alumni Association Outstanding Staff Award, and a proud STEM-major graduate, Yulianna has devoted her career to helping diverse Banana Slugs succeed. She's also passionate about the traditional Oaxacan art that shaped her heritage.
Fighting Zoom fatigue starts with youTuesday, December 8, 2020
Zoom is a valuable communication tool, but burnout is real and exhausting. Here’s how to decide whether you should Zoom, along with best practices for more effective meetings.
Try the new UCPath appointment featureTuesday, December 8, 2020
UC employees can schedule phone appointments with UCPath for assistance with submitted inquiries. One-hour appointments are available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (PT).
Tips for a healthier holiday season during COVID-19Tuesday, 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 ones healthy, follow local guidelines and these tips on safer holiday celebrations.
UC Davis nurse inspires others to donate to Patient Assistance Support Fund in Gratitude Heals campaignTuesday, December 1, 2020
Amanda Blanc, a nurse at the UC Davis Medical Center, is encouraging her colleagues to learn more about the variety of funds under the Gratitude Heals campaign. “We have been given so much, and we have so many opportunities to give back." ...
- Join CUCSA for a systemwide town hall on Thursday, Dec. 3
Monday, November 30, 2020
The Council of UC Staff Assemblies invites all staff to meet this year’s delegation and learn more about efforts to address some of the issues affecting staff throughout UC. ...
Natividad: The names they gave us cut deepTuesday, November 24, 2020
"As a writer, I’m not an expert or scholar of history. I know enough to know that unacknowledged history repeats itself in the seeds of its forgotten ancestors — in name, and in deed," writes Ivan Natividad, a writer at UC Berkeley's communications office.
- A message from President Drake about UC’s commitment to preserving jobs during the pandemic
Monday, November 23, 2020
- University of California Health launches human donor milk bank to help newborns
Thursday, November 19, 2020
University of California Health has launched an innovative human milk bank to help improve the lives of newborns, infants and their families.
Q&A with Lap Chi Chu, head of lighting design at UCLA School of Theater, Film and TelevisionTuesday, November 17, 2020
As a young boy, Boston native Lap Chi Chu grew up thinking he would one day have a career in the sciences. It seemed like a logical game plan: chemistry and computer science came easily to him. But a theater class in his junior year of high school planted a seed that would ultimately change his life...
- President Drake announces new Presidential Policy on Gender Recognition and Lived Name
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
President Michael V. Drake, M.D., has announced a new presidential policy to ensure that all individuals are identified by their accurate gender identity and lived or preferred name on university-issued documents and in UC’s information systems.
Avoid job burnout with this adviceMonday, November 9, 2020
Think you might be dealing with job burnout? Wondering what the signs might be and if it’s possible to improve your relationship with work? If so, check out the UC Alumni Career Network's episode on Addressing Job Burnout.
Staff Snapshot: Matt St. Clair, fighting to keep UC, and the planet, healthyMonday, November 9, 2020
As the university’s sustainability leader for nearly 17 years, Matt has helped UC achieve its eco-driven goals while encouraging other institutions to follow suit. Recently named a LEED Fellow, Matt’s passion for creating a more sustainable world has inspired students, faculty and peers alike.
UC celebrates Veterans DayMonday, November 9, 2020
On Wednesday, Nov. 11, UC will join Americans nationwide in recognizing Veterans Day by expressing gratitude for the selfless and meaningful service the veterans of our armed forces have provided, and continue to provide.
Three former military lawyers at the Office of the President support UC every dayMonday, November 9, 2020
The U.S. Judge Advocate General’s (JAG) Corps offers the opportunity for lawyers to serve as armed forces officers and legal professionals. JAG Corps officers provide legal services to the military at all levels of command. After being discharged from the military, members of the JAG Corps go on to leverage their legal expertise in a variety of fields — including at UC.
Helping our UC community stay strongMonday, November 9, 2020
This has been a year of many challenges — the pandemic, political and racial turmoil, natural disasters and more. Our community has come together and demonstrated resilience — but doing so is a skill set that can always use some nurturing. That’s why staff at many UC locations have built and compiled tools, articles and videos for promoting well-being during this trying time.
- RASC service improvements for Open Enrollment and beyond
Friday, November 6, 2020
The UC Retirement Administration Service Center (RASC) is pleased to announce two important changes to improve service to members: expanded phone support hours during Open Enrollment and a new call-back feature. ...
November New Dimensions is now availableWednesday, November 4, 2020
Catch up on the latest news for retirees in the November issue of New Dimensions.
Becoming a nurse in the era of COVID-19Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Registered nurses Daniel Ambler and Rose Deocampo graduated from UC San Diego's New Graduate Nurse Transition to Practice Program during the COVID-19 pandemic. "Nothing can prepare us for a pandemic, but having this program has made all the difference," says Ambler.
- Share your experiences with UC’s medical services
Friday, October 30, 2020
University of California Health is sponsoring a voluntary and confidential survey to learn more about employees’ experiences with and opinions about the benefits UC provides. In November, a random sample of employees (from almost all locations) will receive an email invitation to participate in the survey.
- Time for a change? Open Enrollment is here
Thursday, October 29, 2020
Open Enrollment has begun! Visit the Open Enrollment website and UC’s virtual benefits fair to explore your options and make sure you have the right coverage for you and your family.
- Survey respondents report high satisfaction with UC-sponsored health plans
Thursday, October 29, 2020
Once again, participants reported high levels of satisfaction with UC-sponsored health plans on the annual medical plans satisfaction survey, with ratings improving for every non-Medicare plan from 2018 to 2019.
Campus archives reveal genesis of U.S. disability rights movementTuesday, October 27, 2020
“In documenting a historical movement, there was this sense that we were breaking new ground the same way that the disability rights movement had done in Berkeley,” said Jane Rosario of her work on UC Berkeley's Disability Rights and Independent Living Movement archives project. “...
- You’re invited: President Drake to address the Commonwealth Club
Tuesday, October 27, 2020
On Nov. 5, President Michael V. Drake, M.D., will address the prestigious Commonwealth Club, sharing his perspective of challenges facing higher education during a global pandemic and societal unrest.
- The experts agree: Vote early
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
The 2020 election is coming up soon. Check out a recording of the UC Advocacy Network’s expert-filled election webinar to learn what to expect this year. ...
- UC’s Chief Investment Officer discusses the 2020 investment landscape — including the election
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
Have you wondered how fluctuations in financial markets may affect your investments and what the election could mean to investors? Join Jagdeep Singh Bachher and representatives from Fidelity for this fascinating presentation.
Earthquake preparation tips to keep you and your loved ones safeTuesday, October 13, 2020
This has been an unprecedented year, but earthquakes can occur at any time, and it’s essential to be prepared. In advance of the Great ShakeOut on Oct. 15, here’s what you need to know to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Staff Snapshot: Carter Todd, nurse & representative health care advocateTuesday, October 13, 2020
When you seek health care, it’s essential to feel comfortable, welcomed and not “othered.” Ever since learning how scarce Black men are in the nursing field, Carter has made it his mission to challenge perceptions, encourage representation and advocate for change.
Have a say in your future: Make sure you’re registered to voteTuesday, October 13, 2020
As the nation approaches an unprecedented election on Nov. 3, make sure your vote is counted. And, encourage your family and community to vote too!...
What’s nanotechnology? Kristin Persson explains at 4 different levelsIn honor of National Nanotechnology Day, the director of the Molecular Foundry discusses nanoscale engineering with science enthusiasts from kindergarten to graduate school.
- President Drake begins consultation process on possible expanded curtailment program
Monday, October 12, 2020
- Aquí están sus beneficios de la UC: La Apertura de Inscripción comienza el 29 de octubre
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
La Apertura de Inscripción tendrá lugar desde las 8 a.m. del 29 de octubre hasta las 5 p.m. del 24 de noviembre.
- Your UC benefits are here for you: Open Enrollment begins Oct. 29
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Open Enrollment for 2021 will take place from 8 a.m. on Oct. 29 through 5 p.m. on Nov. 24. ...
UCCE nutrition advisor Mary Blackburn wins NEAFCS Hall of Fame awardWednesday, October 7, 2020
Blackburn (shown here in 2016 at the site of one of her many projects) is nationally renowned for her pioneering work delivering research-based nutrition and quality of life education to senior citizens, pregnant teens and other vulnerable groups. ...
President Drake welcomes the UC community to the new academic yearTuesday, October 6, 2020
Fall 2020 “Welcome back” message...
- Retirees: Complete CUCRA’s survey to shine a light on UC retirees’ value
Tuesday, September 29, 2020
- Celebrate National Cyber Security Month with UC
Monday, September 28, 2020
This year’s all-virtual lineup includes an escape room, films, comedic improv — and more!...
Special event: An election like no otherMonday, September 28, 2020
Join the UC Advocacy Network for a compelling event focused on what to expect this November and how your vote will matter.
Matos selected for National Hispanic Leadership ProgramMonday, September 28, 2020
UC Merced Associate Chancellor and Chief Diversity Officer Dania Matos has been selected as a fellow in La Academia de Liderazgo (Leadership Academy) by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU).
More distance-learning resources from UCTuesday, September 22, 2020
Are you helping a child learn from home? Don’t miss this list of helpful resources — from STEM subjects to literature, geography, music and more.
Cruz Grimaldo: ‘I see my former self in our students’Tuesday, September 22, 2020
UC Berkeley's assistant vice chancellor and director of financial aid and scholarships helps make college a reality for students who – like her former self – wouldn’t be able to attend Berkeley without financial assistance.
- Help get out the vote with fun social media images, banners and more
Monday, September 14, 2020
This may be an election like no other, but it’s as important as ever to let your voice be heard. Share your passion for the democratic process with fun social media assets from UC.
Congratulations to UCANR Hispanic Heritage Month honorees!Monday, September 14, 2020
UC Agriculture and Natural Resources recognizes Claudia Diaz, Sonia Ríos and Javier Miramontes -- three Latino professionals who serve their communities while always upholding UC ANR's public values of academic excellence, honesty, integrity, and community service.
All UC undergraduate campuses rank among nation’s top 40 public universitiesMonday, September 14, 2020
It’s time for a break: 5 tips for vacationing during COVID-19Tuesday, September 8, 2020
The lines between work and life are blurrier than ever — and canceled travel plans aren’t helping. But even as you abide by local stay-at-home orders, your body and brain still need a break. Burnout is real, and it’s up to each of us to help combat it.
UC celebrates National Hispanic Heritage MonthTuesday, September 8, 2020
Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month — a time for recognizing the extraordinary contributions and lasting influence of Hispanic Americans. Check out our roundup of virtual events related to Hispanic Heritage Month throughout UC.
Staff Snapshot: LC, storyteller on the airTuesday, September 8, 2020
When Luisa Cardoza — AKA “LC” — walks through the UC Santa Cruz campus, colleagues and students don’t always recognize her face, but there’s no mistaking her voice. For 17 years, she’s been a volunteer programmer on the air at campus radio station KZSC.
What’s next: The future of museumsTuesday, September 8, 2020
“I believe in the essential role of arts education, which is to enable people to experience the world through the eyes of artists,” says Kim Kanatani, inaugural museum director of the UCI Institute and Museum of California Art.
2020 Census: Help your community get its fair shareTuesday, September 8, 2020
With the census set to be completed Sept. 30, time is running to make sure you get counted — and get the services you deserve.
- University of California Health hospitals recognized for LGBTQ health care equality
Friday, September 4, 2020
Wildfires: UC Davis respondsTuesday, September 1, 2020
From putting out the fires to caring for injured people and animals, to providing emergency housing for colleagues and their families — UC Davis is responding to the horrific spate of wildfires in a big way.
- Aug. 26: Join a discussion with President Michael V. Drake, M.D., and Regents Chair John A. Perez
Tuesday, August 25, 2020
UC Riverside Citrus Gifts expands onlineTuesday, August 25, 2020
“This idea of creating this very unique UCR gift item is a way to take a piece of UCR home with you,” said Leslie Gerretse, senior manager for Hospitality Services.
One Good Thing: Helping UCSF's retail partners weather the pandemicTuesday, August 18, 2020
Read how the Campus Life Services retail team helped their partners handle the potentially paralyzing business impacts of the pandemic crisis, and get the inside scoop on one retailer's most popular cookie treat: alfajores.
Artful discoveries: UC museums, galleries and filmsTuesday, August 11, 2020
Looking for something to do at home — perhaps with a virtual Zoom date? Take a stroll through one of UC’s many online galleries, explore curator-designed programs and even watch avant-garde films without changing out of your PJs.
5 reasons why you need a flu vaccine this yearTuesday, August 11, 2020
COVID-19 is continuing to take our country by storm. And, starting this fall, we’ll face a second tried-and-true health hurdle: the flu. Here are five reasons why you need a flu vaccine this year.
Staff Snapshot: Enrique Guzman: A passion for student success and filmTuesday, August 11, 2020
A first-generation college graduate, Enrique is passionate about ensuring all students feel welcome on campus and helping guide their success. He’s also a huge movie buff!...
Harness the benefits of networking: 9 tipsTuesday, August 11, 2020
Ready to bring your career to the next level? Turn to your colleagues. The latest episode of the UC Alumni Career Network focuses on Women + Work: Finding a support network to maximize your impact. Watch the episode and read our 9 tips for making workplace connections.
Should I schedule routine care during COVID-19?Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Many appointments have been delayed due to the pandemic, but this is a good time to make sure that you are receiving the essential care you need. Here are some tips for seeking the health care you need safely.
UCPath completes systemwide implementationTuesday, August 11, 2020
July 27 marked a critical milestone for the UC community: UCPath deployed at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, finalizing the systemwide implementation of our payroll, benefits, human resources and academic personnel services solution. UCPath now serves all of UC’s more than 225,000 employees, from border to border, coast to coast.
‘On equal terms:’ Lucy Greco, web accessibility evangelistMonday, August 10, 2020
UC Berkeley is commemorating the 150th anniversary of the UC Board of Regents’ resolution to open the university’s doors to women — and “on equal terms” with men — with a series profiling unsung heroines on staff from all corners of the campus. Greco, the first wo...
Sowing seeds of compassion during pandemicTuesday, August 4, 2020
A slow economy and COVID-19 have left residents of Primo Tapio, a community south of Rosarito that thrives on tourism dollars, without their livelihoods. Inspired by her thriving backyard garden, Brenda Henry, an infusion center nurse at Moores Cancer Center at UC San Diego Health, had an idea for h...
August New Dimensions is now availableFriday, July 31, 2020
Catch up on the latest news for retirees in the August issue of New Dimensions.
Tanya Whitlow: Strength in diversityUC Davis Stories highlight exceptional staff members like Tanya Whitlow, director of the College of Engineering's LEADR program. “I hope that my legacy at UC Davis is that I made such a positive impact on the success of students that they, as alumni, reach back to help other students achi...
- Eligible staff may now use accrued sick leave for child care reasons due to COVID-19
Monday, July 27, 2020
- UCPath phone line reopens on Monday, July 27, 2020
Friday, July 24, 2020
New phone hardware and software have made it possible for UCPath associates to once again answer calls from UC employees, location administrators, former employees, vendors and third parties. ...
Pair from UCLA Dining recognized for culinary creativity amid pandemicThroughout the pandemic, Joey Martin, senior executive chef, and Al Ferrone, senior director of food and beverage, have continued to serve Instagram-worthy meals to UCLA's students and essential workers — as well as medical professionals staying at the Luskin Conference Center (a cookbook feat...
- UC statement on Department of Homeland Security reversal of international student visa order
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
Year of the Nurse at UC Davis HealthTuesday, July 14, 2020
UC Davis celebrates the Year of the Nurse with a series of podcasts featuring nurses such as Yusuf Rizam, who began his career as a nurse working in the ICU during the COVID-19 pandemic, and Theresa Pak, who was inspired by nurses on the frontlines of the AIDS epidemic.
- UC poised to sue federal government over new visa policy for international students
Thursday, July 9, 2020
Staff Snapshot: Amina Assefa, UC’s expert on planning for the worstTuesday, July 7, 2020
As UC continues to face the COVID-19 pandemic, Amina has led systemwide efforts to keep students, faculty and staff safe and informed. Here’s how she got into disaster relief work — and what inspires her today.
Explore UC — virtuallyTuesday, July 7, 2020
Due to COVID-19, most in-person tours of UC locations have been suspended. The good news? There’s never been a better time to explore the UC system from comfort of your living room! In addition to photo and video tours (chock-full of UC trivia), many campuses offer live virtual tours with student guides.
Become a climate champion with Bending the CurveTuesday, July 7, 2020
What do a Nobel laureate, Pulitzer Prize author and composer, MacArthur fellow, Pope Francis’ advisors and dozens of UC faculty and staff have in common? They’ve all helped develop Bending the Curve, a climate change education protocol. Benefit from their collaboration and dedication by enrolling in a fascinating online four-course series.
Here for you: UC mental health resourcesTuesday, July 7, 2020
2020 has been a tough year for many of us. But, your local assistance program and UC behavioral health benefits are here to support you, along with many well-informed, relevant resources compiled by university experts. Here is a roundup of UC mental health resources.
Emeric L. Kennard: Pride in art and identityTuesday, July 7, 2020
Growing up, Emeric L. Kennard’s sleep-deprived father would hand them crayons and a pile of paper and they’d draw for hours. That passion to make art never stopped for Kennard, who is also the experiential learning project coordinator for the Berkeley Haas MBA for Executives Program.
- UC Regents to hold special July 7 meeting regarding appointment of next UC president
Monday, July 6, 2020
Caring for the kidsAs schools and child care centers closed due to the COVID-19 and shelter-in-place orders, Laura Ishkanian, UCSF Family Services associate director, talked with us about how she and her team worked quickly for solutions to a “mass experiment we haven’t done before.” ...
Cheryl Anderson named founding dean of School of Public Health at UC San DiegoTuesday, June 23, 2020
UC comes together to heal, foster community and demand changeTuesday, June 9, 2020
As we seek to understand systemic racism and the violence being perpetrated on people of color, the UC community is grieving together. Here are UC resources to help you cope, spark dialogue, be informed and build connections with colleagues of all backgrounds and identities.
Congratulations to the UC class of 2020!Tuesday, June 9, 2020
From inspiring video messages to a video-game-based virtual commencement to the university's first "drive-thru" graduation festivities, here's how we’re celebrating the newest graduates at campuses systemwide.
The 7 essential steps for redesigning your careerTuesday, June 9, 2020
Though your chosen career path may have evolved organically, ensuring that your professional path harnesses your strongest talents and provides a sense of fulfillment is up to you. Try these actionable steps to envision and craft a meaningful career.
Staff Snapshot: Johnathan Perkins, equity advocate and podcasterTuesday, June 9, 2020
Advancing equity is the cornerstone of Johnathan’s role as special assistant to the vice chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at UCLA. It’s also his passion — and the main topic of the podcast he hosts with his sister.
Theresa Maldonado charts a new path for UC researchTuesday, June 9, 2020
Theresa Maldonado became vice president of the Office of Research and Innovation on March 11, 2020, just as the COVID-19 pandemic threw university research into crisis worldwide. Learn how she’s ensuring that research and innovation will continue at UC — and about her journey as an underrepresented woman of color in her field.
Thoughts from your Black colleagueFrom Marco Lindsey, associate director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the Haas School of Business: "In my current state, I won’t and can’t ask much of you. But I do have simple requests."
UC Davis photographer creates ‘pandemic portraits’A photo essay called “Pandemic Portraits,” by Strategic Communications principal photographer Karin Higgins, captures Aggies in their new normal.
A Q&A with UC Merced's new conflict resolution coach Luke Wiesner"I enjoy the 'aha' moments that come from a conflict-resolution process. Aha moments lead to breakthroughs in how to move forward, to understanding other people better or seeing a situation with a bit more clarity." ...
Going online? Be accessible.Wednesday, May 20, 2020
Thursday, May 21 is Global Accessibility Awareness Day. Celebrate by making your work more inclusive and accessible to all.
- President Napolitano announces systemwide pay freeze for policy-covered employees
Monday, May 18, 2020
HathiTrust: A digital library revolution takes flightWednesday, May 13, 2020
Thanks to years of efforts to digitize UC's library collections, during the pandemic, UC researchers have emergency access to more than 13 million volumes.
- FROM THE ARCHIVE: UC libraries partner with Google to digitize books
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Archival press release from 2006, announcing UC's partnership with Google Books.
Staff Snapshot: Zabrina Crespo, 3D printing enthusiastTuesday, May 12, 2020
In her time off from work, this UCPath Center benefits associate has used her home 3D printing equipment to produce protective equipment for essential workers throughout California — and 10 states beyond.
UC resources for your living room classroomTuesday, May 12, 2020
If you're one of the many parents who has become a substitute teacher (in addition to your day job) thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, these helpful resources from throughout UC can help.
For firefighters, ‘twin’ paths led to UC DavisCara Martinez and her identical twin sister, Meggie Elledge, grew up as tennis doubles partners, were co-captains of their college soccer team, gave birth to daughters in the same four-month span and then had sons within five weeks of each other. Now they're both firefighters with the UC Davis Fire ...
May New Dimensions is now availableThursday, April 30, 2020
Catch up on the latest news for retirees in the May issue of New Dimensions.
- UCPath maintenance from April 29 through May 5
Monday, April 27, 2020
If you plan to do your taxes soon and have an online W-2, remember to download needed forms before the outage begins.
Virtually attend UC Global Health Day on Saturday, May 2Thursday, April 23, 2020
At this year’s conference, health care leaders from around the world will present topical insights related to COVID-19, including animal-to-human transmission of viruses and resulting pandemics, and gender and socioeconomic disparities.
- Try these 7 tips for the best Zoom experience
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
We’ve compiled some tips for everything Zoom — from security features to backgrounds to how-to webinars.
Staff Snapshot: Dr. Carrie L. ByingtonThursday, April 9, 2020
The executive vice president and head of UC Health has been the fearless leader of our response to the COVID-19 pandemic — at UC and throughout the state of California. Meet Dr. Byington.
Support from the UCPath Center: Help is one colleague awayWednesday, April 8, 2020
At the UCPath Center in Riverside, a steadfast team of UC staff are ensuring that employees have access to payroll, benefits and other crucial expertise during this unprecedented time.
Preparing for retirement? New UCRAYS features are here to helpTuesday, April 7, 2020
Prospective retirees can now communicate with the UC Retirement Administration Service Center easily and securely — asking questions, submitting documents and even scheduling counseling appointments.
10 productive distractions you can try right nowTuesday, April 7, 2020
Can’t take your mind off coronavirus right now? You’re not the only one. But obsessing over a situation that you can’t control (other than by staying home) isn’t doing you any favors. Here are some ideas to try instead.
Coronavirus can’t stop us: UC’s community stands strongTuesday, April 7, 2020
The coronavirus outbreak has brought challenges to all of our lives, but UC employees systemwide are banding together in solidarity, giving back within their locations and their communities.
UC Alumni Career Network: Professional presence in a (suddenly) remote worldTuesday, April 7, 2020
Working remotely has become a new reality for many of us. Learn how to navigate this new territory to cultivate your remote professional presence and lead effective remote meetings.
UC gets cooking with healthy recipesTuesday, April 7, 2020
Many ideas for healthy, delicious meals can be found throughout UC locations! Mix up your routine by trying one these UC recipes from you colleagues statewide.
- Encore webinar: Work travel and COVID-19
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
If you have upcoming, pre-scheduled work travel or other questions related to UC travel during the coronavirus, don’t miss this helpful webinar and Q&A session from the Central Travel Office and Risk Services.
- Theresa Maldonado, Ph.D., joins UCOP as vice president of the Office of Research and Innovation
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
- Coronavirus update: Expanded leave policies
Monday, March 16, 2020
Coronavirus update: Expanded leave policies ...
- Important update about RASC services for retirees, employees and survivors of UC retirees
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
UC Riverside’s wonder womenTuesday, March 10, 2020
With just four full-time staff members, the UC Riverside Women’s Resource Center (WRC) serves its campus population with a comprehensive range of programs and services. But what’s even more remarkable is that it is reaching beyond campus borders to engage the 2.3 million women who make Riverside and San Bernardino counties their home.
7 great reasons to get involvedTuesday, March 10, 2020
If you’re looking for a way to build your career, a great place to start is by getting involved at UC. Here are seven ways to enhance your career while serving fellow staff! ...
SACSW advances women throughout UCTuesday, March 10, 2020
When pop vocalist — and Bruin! — Helen Reddy crooned the opening line of “I Am Woman” in 1970, she could hardly have known its impact upon tens of thousands of women thereafter. UC’s Systemwide Advisory Committee on the Status of Women (SACSW) has a similar legacy: Since its 2008 founding, it has advanced the rights of women and minorities through a myriad of lenses, making UC a better workplace for all.
Early retirement planning resourcesTuesday, March 10, 2020
No matter where you are in your career, the best time to start planning for retirement is today! But don’t stress, we’re here to help with UC’s free retirement planning resources ...
11 great things you can do at UCPath onlineTuesday, March 10, 2020
Are you using UCPath online to manage your employee information? Think you know everything you can do from our powerful portal? Find out now.
Staff Snapshot: Tomiko HaleTuesday, March 10, 2020
As director of graduate programs services at the UC Merced School of Engineering, Tomiko Hale oversees a robust program that includes seven academic disciplines and more than 250 graduate students. A UCLA graduate, she is proud to have founded her education and career within UC.
I see UC: Instagram accounts from every locationTuesday, March 10, 2020
The next time you take a five-minute break, give your thinking cap a rest by enjoying photos from each UC location’s Instagram page. Feast your eyes and immerse yourself in the colorful cultures — and many furry friends — of UC.
- Bring staff voices to the table: Apply to become the next staff advisor to UC Regents
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
- UC empowers youth vote with civic engagement campaign and access to polls systemwide
Tuesday, March 3, 2020
Charmin Smith challenges the norm of the white college coachTuesday, March 3, 2020
A clear understanding of history helps Smith put into perspective how important it is to be the first black coach of UC Berkeley’s women’s basketball team.
UCLA’s Heather Adams wins national award for work helping transfer studentsTuesday, March 3, 2020
"The transfer community and my transfer identity means the world to me. I love advocating for this community, so this is truly the greatest professional tribute I have ever received."
On the front lines combatting SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19Friday, February 28, 2020
The formerly named “novel coronavirus” has captured the attention of the general public and university communities — including UC. Learn how UC has stepped up to address the SARS CoV-2 outbreak and COVID-19 disease, from providing compassionate and quality patient care to producing cutting-edge research and to serving as a trusted source of information.
A legal warrior for UC students: Q&A with attorney Rachel RayIn the past two years, the free UC Immigrant Legal Services Center has become a lifeline for students facing threats to their ability to legally stay and work in the U.S.
UC San Diego conference focuses on impact of women in leadershipDuring her opening address, Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Elizabeth H. Simmons shared, “I am honored to be part of a campus community with so many champions who mentor, sponsor and advocate for the fair treatment of their women colleagues.”...
Van Williams, UC Santa Cruz vice chancellor of information technology, talks diversity"I strongly believe that a sense of belonging is critical to our students' ability to be successful and our colleagues' ability to be engaged in their jobs."
UC ANR researcher is promoting healthy families in Tulare and Kings county communities“I am proud of my team's passion and hard work,” she said. “Our nutrition education programs have meaningful private and public values that promote healthy people and communities.”...
Reminder: Public comment period on UC Health affiliations ends Feb. 21Tuesday, February 18, 2020
If you would like to comment on the report of the university's Working Group on Comprehensive Access regarding affiliations, please do so by the Feb. 21 deadline.
- Flex your political power! Register to vote.
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Did you know? Elections have the power to swing action on everything from global climate change to the parking ordinances in town.
- For your listening pleasure: UC podcasts
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
UC is home to some of the world’s greatest minds, and host to even more. Now you can tune in to their lectures and conversations virtually during your commute, lunch break or gym time thanks to UC podcasts! ...
February New Dimensions is now availableTuesday, February 11, 2020
Catch up on the latest news for retirees in the February issue of New Dimensions.
- 6 steps to plan for professional growth
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Wondering how to take the next step in your career? A great place to start is by using the feedback you receive during your performance appraisal to develop and propose a professional development plan. Once you’re ready, you can have a growth-focused conversation with your manager about how you can benefit your career and UC. Here’s how to build your performance-based plan.
Elizabeth McGriff, bibliophileTuesday, February 11, 2020
“For 50 years, UC Hastings’ Legal Education Opportunity Program (LEOP) has been at the vanguard of access, equity and achievement for students who have overcome significant adversity to access a legal education,” says Elizabeth McGriff.
UC Berkeley staffer Takiyah Franklin on striving to live a liberated life, leading with loveMonday, February 10, 2020
Are you ready to vote? Register today!Monday, February 10, 2020
Flex your political power by participating in federal and state elections. The registration deadline for the March 3 California primary is next Tuesday, Feb. 18.
- COVID-19¹ information for UC employees
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
COVID-19¹ information for UC employees...
- Public input on UC Health collaboration
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
The university's Working Group on Comprehensive Access has opened the public comment period regarding its affiliations with non-UC medical facilities.
Leadership insights: Moving up in your careerTuesday, January 21, 2020
On Thursday, Jan. 30, learn what it takes to make the move from independent contributor to leading a team or to advance from mid-level management to senior leadership roles.
Jillian Title, kitty-cat heroTuesday, January 7, 2020
Jillian Title has a soft spot when it comes to feline friends: The UC Santa Barbara student affairs manager volunteers more than 450 hours each year, saving homeless cats and kittens in Santa Barbara County.
- UC Davis professor helps with Alzheimer’s care. Why her work goes beyond the office
Thursday, January 2, 2020
- We asked California’s top minds in education for their 2020 priorities. Here are their answers
Tuesday, December 17, 2019
- From Janet
Friday, December 13, 2019
As the calendar year draws to a close, President Napolitano shares five areas in which the university's accomplishments have been personally meaningful.
- Food for thought leadership
Friday, December 13, 2019
Since 2014, the systemwide Global Food Initiative has been working to support campus staff at all UC locations in addressing food insecurity at a local level and working with students to better understand the resources they need to stay healthy.
Staff Snapshot: Edgar Murillo, UC Riverside grad and fan of "The View"Tuesday, December 10, 2019
A recent graduate of UC Riverside with an impactful career in government relations and advocacy, Edgar Murillo knows how to have fun: He’d love a dinner date with Dolly Parton and is a devoted fan of ABC's "The View."
- 5 great reasons to use your Gartner membership
Friday, December 13, 2019
All UC employees can access a wealth of online professional development resources through UC’s Gartner membership. Gartner is a leading research and advisory company that provides insights, best practices and tools to help individuals and organizations grow and achieve strategic priorities. Here are five great reasons to take advantage of it today.
- Staff Mentorship at UC Office of the President (UCOP)
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
The UCOP Mentorship Program pairs established leaders from across all departments with developing leaders who seek to develop themselves professionally, providing a formal one-on-one mentoring structure that fosters a culture of development and learning.
- Staff Mentorship at UC Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR)
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
Although there was a longstanding desire to create a staff mentorship program, ANR leadership realized that their organizational complexity would require a unique and focuses approach. They deemed creating a mentorship program a priority people goal in the 2016-2020 strategic plan, and after several years in the making, the first Mentor Orientation took place in December 2018.
- Staff Mentorship at UC Davis
Friday, May 1, 2015
UC Davis’s approach to mentoring program is unique in that it features group mentoring; each mentor counsels up to four mentees. This structure has allowed the Group Mentoring Program (GMP) to serve more than 250 employees from UC Davis and UC Davis Health in only four years.
- Staff Mentorship at UC Merced
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
Founded in 2014, UC Merced’s Career Advancement Mentorship Program (CAMP) is relatively new and was developed with support from the UC Merced Staff Assembly and UC Berkeley.
- Staff Mentorship at UC Berkeley
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
The Berkeley Staff Assembly (BSA) Career Development Committee’s mentorship program is one of the longest-running in the UC system. Since 2004, more than 800 staff have participated.
- Campus mentorship programs build careers and connections
Friday, December 13, 2019
Staff throughout UC are tapping into a valuable and underutilized source of guidance and advice for career advancement: fellow employees. Mentorship programs on each campus provide structured support, as well as resources for employees who are interested in initiating informal professional partnerships.
- Know your DepCare and Health FSA deadlines to avoid losing money
Friday, December 13, 2019
Dependent Care (DepCare) and Health Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) both let you save on your taxes by taking money from your paycheck each month to cover certain expenses. Make sure to submit your eligible expenses during the plan year.
- UC Procurement: Using purchasing power to further UC’s values
Friday, December 13, 2019
Thanks to the efforts of UC Procurement, we are reaching sustainability goals, giving small and disadvantaged businesses an opportunity to pursue UC contracts, using state resources wisely and educating the next generation of change-makers.
- Upcoming public forums for UC presidential search committee
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
In conjunction with the College Futures Foundation, the Special Committee to Consider the Selection of a President will hold two public forums to hear from higher education associations and other organizations in the field of postsecondary education, workforce and economic development, and student success in order to gather input and advise the Special Committee in the search process for the next UC President.
- Organized and meticulous, meet two UCSF staff members Entrusted with critical research lab specimens
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
- More than 300 UCLA health care providers treat the homeless at Care Harbor free clinic
Tuesday, November 26, 2019
- New Chief Human Resources Officer Nicole Pollack returns to her Valley roots
Tuesday, November 26, 2019
- 2019 Diversity Awards honor outstanding efforts to advance diversity, equity and inclusion
Tuesday, November 19, 2019
- For DACA academic counselor, it’s about helping all undocumented students
Tuesday, November 19, 2019
Connecting veterans with jobs at UCSFTuesday, November 12, 2019
For the past four years, Talent Acquisition Manager Jessica Blair-Driessler has hosted an annual Veterans Open House and Job Fair at UCSF.
Creating support and community for veterans at UCLATuesday, November 12, 2019
The UCLA Veteran Resources Center (VRC) is one of the most robust in the UC system. Its bustling calendar offers a diverse array of events, from relationship workshops to shared meals, volunteer opportunities, sporting events and more.
UC is here for veterans and military familiesTuesday, November 12, 2019
Many UC staff have devoted their careers to helping veterans, military personnel and military families on campuses and in communities throughout California.
Promoting healthy beveragesTuesday, November 12, 2019
UC is committed to continually improving staff wellness through the Healthy Beverage Initiative, a partnership between UC Systemwide Human Resources and the Healthy Campus Network.
UC Diabetes Prevention Program: A systemwide successTuesday, November 12, 2019
Faculty and staff at all 10 UC campuses can now access the UC Diabetes Prevention Program (UC DPP). Part of the Global Food Initiative’s Healthy Campus Network (HCN), this free year-long program follows the guidelines of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Diabetes Program.
Understanding and preventing Type 2 diabetesTuesday, November 12, 2019
Diabetes is a serious disease: It is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States and can lead to many life-threatening health complications.
UC Diabetes Prevention Program puts faculty and staff health front and centerTuesday, November 12, 2019
UC resources can help you make lifestyle changes to prevent Type 2 diabetes or manage it if you’ve been diagnosed with the condition.
Staff Snapshot: Amanda Chavez, nature enthusiast and 2019 CUCSA chairTuesday, November 12, 2019
When Amanda Chavez is “out of the office,” being immersed in nature is a must. A lover of the natural world — particularly areas with water — she’s well on her way to visiting every U.S. state and all 61 national parks! ...
Focusing on the greater good — and personal happinessTuesday, November 12, 2019
What does “living well” really mean? It’s a big question, and one tackled daily by experts at the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley.
UC MSAP: Investing today in the leaders of tomorrowTuesday, November 12, 2019
Unlike traditional professional development programs that focus on nuts-and-bolts skill-building techniques, MSAP provides personal feedback and insight — helping participants build a career development plan based on their unique skillsets.
Meet the employees who help lead UCTuesday, November 12, 2019
Nearly every time there’s a significant initiative that impacts the university, UC staff have a seat at the table thanks to the Council of UC Staff Assemblies. Composed of elected staff leaders from nearly every UC location, the Council is completely organized, managed and run by UC staff.
- Important reminder: Please take UC's disability survey by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 15, 2019
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
November New Dimensions is now availableTuesday, November 5, 2019
Catch up on the latest news for retirees in the November issue of New Dimensions.
- “100 Students” site wins higher-ed acclaim
Tuesday, November 5, 2019
In May, UC launched an interactive site that shows the diversity of the university’s 220,000 undergraduate students. This month, it received the highest-possible honors at the UCDA Design Conference — along with several notable UC creative projects.
- Open Enrollment is here!
Thursday, October 31, 2019
Enroll in benefits from Thursday, Oct. 31 through 5 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 26.
- Survey respondents give high marks to UC-sponsored health plans
Thursday, October 31, 2019
The annual medical plans satisfaction survey helps to ensure faculty, staff and retirees are well-served by their health plans and providers.
- Apertura de Inscripción en Halloween, con buenas noticias y nuevas opciones
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
- UC helps bring children’s wishes to life
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
In addition to individual charitable endeavors, UC’s campuses are making dreams come true by partnering with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, a nationwide nonprofit that brings joy and hope to children battling critical illness.
- Parent Prep: Support your UC student
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
Check out Parent Prep — a helpful new webinar series for members of the UC community with students who are either approaching the college search process, in the midst of applying or newly enrolled at UC.
- Watch this to advance your career
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
The UC Alumni Career Network is a high-impact online series that gathers UC alumni systemwide to provide real-world professional advice on an array of career-driven topics.
- Staff Snapshot: Dawn O’Connor Rowe
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
Ever have a coworker who you’re almost certain leads an intriguing double life? Enter Dawn O’Connor Rowe. In her unique position as marketing and outreach director of the UC Davis Mouse Biology Program, she travels around the world with a suitcase full of foam mice. These “mutant mouse models” are essential for demonstrating UC Davis’ groundbreaking research to scientists around the globe.
- Your Open Enrollment checklist
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
Your UC benefits are valuable, and some require you to actively opt-in each year. Watch UCnet for more information about changes, choices and costs for Open Enrollment 2020 — beginning Oct. 31 at 8 a.m. and ending Nov. 26 at 5 p.m. Check out this simple checklist and get your ducks in a row.
- 5 ideas for boosting engagement at work
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
You don’t need to be a people manager to care about and nurture engagement. Whatever your role, you’ll benefit from working with people who are interested in and committed to their job and company. And, you have an obligation to yourself to find meaning in your professional life.
- UC stands with DACA recipients
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
UC is taking its fight to protect the nation’s DACA recipients to the U.S. Supreme Court this November. Learn more about UC and DACA — from our early advocacy to current efforts in support of undocumented students.
September New Dimensions is now availableThursday, September 19, 2019
Catch up on the latest news for retirees in the September issue of New Dimensions.
- University of California President Janet Napolitano announces decision to step down next year
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
- Care about the planet? UC campuses stand out in Sierra magazine’s ‘Cool Schools’ list
Monday, September 16, 2019
- A message from the executive director of UC Retirement Programs & Services
Monday, September 16, 2019
- Staff Snapshot: Yesenia Curiel, Frida Kahlo enthusiast
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
If you visit UC Merced, you'll recognize Yesenia right away. Her dedication to violence prevention, survivor support and community-building activities stands out — as do her favorite pair of Frida Kahlo earrings. ...
- Making a difference with Project SEARCH
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Through an innovative partnership with Project SEARCH at UCLA Health & UC Irvine Health, young adults with disabilities and special needs are welcomed to the medical centers as interns, where they gain hands-on job experience and a taste of workplace culture.
- UC Learning Center: Click. Learn. Repeat.
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
If you’ve got 30 minutes of downtime today, start boosting your career with free professional development courses through the UC Learning Center.
- Dual coverage: Is it for you?
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
It may be hard to believe, but more medical coverage isn’t always better. Depending on what medical plans you choose, you may end up with more hassles with two plans than you would have sticking to one. ...
- Making college possible for more Californians
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
UC is making college possible for more Californians — and staff have played a central role. This year we welcomed the highest number of first-year and transfer students ever, including a record number of in-state applicants. We’re also making diversity a priority, supporting first gen students and helping transfer students access world-class degrees.
- Introducing UC Medicare Choice: A new option for UC retirees in California
Tuesday, September 3, 2019
How UC spends the summer monthsTuesday, August 20, 2019
The action doesn’t stop on the University of California's 10 campuses.
- New UC admissions and undergraduate application websites
Monday, August 12, 2019
Redesigned for the first time in nearly a decade, the new sites provide users with a cohesive, user-friendly experience — and exude an energy and optimism that is characteristically UC.
- Courtesy notice for faculty, staff regarding annual systemwide payroll disclosure
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
Implicit bias training: Get a fresh perspectiveMonday, June 8, 2020
Implicit biases are part of human nature — we all have them. It’s up to each of us to learn what ours are, how they impact our decisions and behaviors and how to counter them. The UC Managing Implicit Bias Series helps us become aware of and explore our biases for self-development, strong relationships and an equitable workplace.
- 50 years on, Apollo 11 spacesuit continues to influence imaginations and new designs
Tuesday, July 23, 2019
- Eight projects win UC’s 2019 Sautter Awards
Wednesday, July 17, 2019
Last week, UC announced the winners of the 2019 Larry L. Sautter Awards. Learn how UC teams are using information technology to streamline operations and better serve faculty, staff, students and patients.
- Looking back on an astronomical accomplishment
Monday, July 15, 2019
Fifty years after the Apollo 11 moon walk, a UC Santa Barbara librarian and vexillologist looks at the challenge of planting the flag on the moon.
Emerita professor Angela Davis to be inducted into the National Women's Hall of FameTuesday, July 16, 2019
I’m a Berkeleyan: Teresa Ochoa on coming to California, 34 years in custodial servicesMonday, July 8, 2019
“Right now, I oversee 90 employees... You can tell someone is a really good employee not by the way they dress or talk, but by how they do the job.”...
UCLA staff honored at awards receptionMonday, July 8, 2019
Sandra Arreguin, a college academic counselor for the UCLA Academic Advancement Program was named this year’s recipient of the Chancellor’s Excellence in Service Award. ...
- Cultivating an inclusive culture
Wednesday, June 26, 2019
"I always assumed – because of my youthful experience of being regularly surrounded by classmates from a variety of backgrounds – that diversity should be the norm, not the exception."
Our Authentic Selves: UCSF Community Reflects on LGBT Progress and IdentityWednesday, June 26, 2019
In celebration of Pride Month, UCSF staff, faculty and students who represent the LGBTQIA+ spectrum shared their stories, in their own words.
- Two UC staff elected to the University of California Retirement System (UCRS) Advisory Board
Wednesday, June 26, 2019
Ruth Zolayavar from the UC San Diego Medical Center and Tiffany Wilson from UC Office of the President have been elected to the University of California Retirement System (UCRS) Advisory Board.
Admissions director reflects on decades of promoting UC MercedTuesday, June 25, 2019
Encarnación "Chon" Ruiz traveled up and down the Valley singing the praises of the UC’s newest campus when the site was still a golf course. Now he leads a team of 26 employees who have grown student enrollment to almost 9,000.
The ministry of being outTuesday, June 25, 2019
When Martha Olney, professor of economics at UC Berkeley, and her wife Esther Hargis, a Baptist pastor, adopted their son, they decided they had to live their lives fully out. ...
- UC Retirement Administration Service Center upgrading technology, experiencing delays
Monday, June 10, 2019
- Vote by June 17 for staff positions on retirement system advisory board
Monday, June 10, 2019
Three UC employees are running for two open staff seats on the UC Retirement System (UCRS) Advisory Board. The Board meets three times each year to discuss issues pertaining to UC's retirement plans and shares ideas with UC Office of the President leaders.
2019 Founders Day awards honor extraordinary commitment to public and university serviceThursday, June 6, 2019
Twelve faculty, staff and students were honored for their public service, exceptional service to UC San Francisco and excellence in nursing at this year’s UCSF Founders Day Awards.
- UC Master Gardeners partner with Alzheimer's San Diego in reminiscence gardening project
Thursday, June 6, 2019
- Important UCPath Alert Message about UCPath Center Operations on Friday, May 17
Friday, May 17, 2019
- Check out photos from UC Walks!
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
Members of the UC community are gathering at campuses across the system to celebrate wellness in the tenth annual UC Walks.
- Three candidates vie for staff positions on retirement system advisory board
Thursday, May 9, 2019
Three UC employees are running for two open staff seats on the UC Retirement System (UCRS) Advisory Board. The Board meets three times each year to discuss issues pertaining to UC's retirement plans and shares ideas with UC Office of the President leaders.
- Life lessons from Michelle Obama at College Signing Day
Friday, May 3, 2019
In her College Signing Day address, the former first lady reminded students, "none of us does this alone."
May New Dimensions is now availableWednesday, May 1, 2019
Catch up on the latest news for retirees in the May issue of New Dimensions.
- I’m a Berkeleyan: Sabrina Klein, director of artistic literacy at Cal Performances
Wednesday, May 1, 2019
- The best deal on a college education? It’s at UC
Tuesday, April 30, 2019
Eight UC campuses placed in the Forbes' top 50 Best Value Colleges rankings...
- May 1 is deadline for nominations for UC Retirement System Advisory Board election
Wednesday, April 24, 2019
- Knowledge to the people
Tuesday, April 9, 2019
President Napolitano shares her thoughts in her latest LinkedIn post.
- Literary classics meet fruit, fondant for Edible Book Festival
"The Tails of Two Kitties" was a winning entry in UC Berkeley's Edible Book Festival, which celebrates life’s two finest creations: books and food.
- Departing Staff Advisor Sherry Main tells the story of the role she helped create
Tuesday, March 19, 2019
UC and Reach Higher to host Michelle Obama’s College Signing Day celebrationThursday, March 7, 2019
- Statement affirming the University of California’s commitment to free expression
Thursday, March 7, 2019
Keeping pets healthyTuesday, March 5, 2019
With Nationwide pet insurance and access to state-of-the-art clinical veterinary care, UC employees’ pets are in good hands.
- Nominations for UC Retirement System Advisory Board election open through May 1, 2019
Thursday, March 21, 2019
- Redrawing the map of African-American history and culture in the United States
Wednesday, February 27, 2019
February New Dimensions is now availableThursday, November 1, 2018
Catch up on the latest news for retirees in the February issue of New Dimensions.
- Championing innovation at UC
Thursday, February 7, 2019
The University of California congratulates the accomplished winners and finalists of the third annual UC Entrepreneur Pitch Competition.
- Your 2018 W-2 or 1099-R statement and how to protect yourself from tax scams
Thursday, January 24, 2019
- UnifyHR takes over as administrator of family member eligibility verification
Thursday, January 24, 2019
- California offers driver license/identification cards that are REAL ID compliant
Monday, June 22, 2020
- Janet Napolitano: Don’t let the Trump administration undermine Title IX
Janet Napolitano op-ed in The Washington Post...
- How to have a productive family conversation about finances – and how UC can help
Monday, November 19, 2018
- Correction to AD&D information for retirees
Monday, November 5, 2018
The 2019 Open Enrollment booklet recently mailed to UC retirees contained an incorrect phone number for Prudential Insurance, UC’s Retiree Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance provider. The correct number is 800-778-3827.
- November New Dimensions is now available
Thursday, November 1, 2018
Catch up on the latest news for retirees in the November issue of New Dimensions.
- UC stands against intolerance: A statement from UC's vice provost for diversity and engagement
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
- Annual surveys once again show high levels of satisfaction with UC-sponsored health plans
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
The annual medical plans satisfaction survey helps to ensure faculty, staff and retirees are well-served by their health plans and providers.
- Open Enrollment is here!
Thursday, October 25, 2018
Through 5 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 20, you can make changes to your benefits or the family members you enroll.
- Apertura de Inscripción 2019: Buenas noticias y nuevas opciones
Friday, October 12, 2018
La Apertura de Inscripción (Open Enrollment) ya se aproxima con buenas noticias acerca del costo de primas, cambios importantes respecto a la elegibilidad de parejas domésticas, Health Net Blue & Gold, y un nuevo beneficio: seguro para mascotas.
- Open Enrollment 2019: Good news and new options
Friday, October 12, 2018
Open Enrollment is coming soon with good news about premium costs, important changes to domestic partner eligibility and Health Net Blue & Gold, and a brand new benefit: pet insurance.
- President Napolitano visits Stockton high school students, says UC is committed to them
Thursday, October 11, 2018
A visit from civic and UC leaders has Stockton students excited to achieve college.
- We love our pets! UC to offer voluntary pet insurance
Tuesday, October 9, 2018
UC is introducing a new option for your family – preferred pricing on pet insurance through Nationwide.
- UC adopts new benefits eligibility rules for domestic partners
Monday, October 8, 2018
If you are in a domestic partnership, you may have more options for enrolling your family members in health and welfare coverage next year.
- UC launches major push to increase faculty diversity
Thursday, September 27, 2018
The University of California announced on Sept. 26 that it will commit more than $7 million annually to expand existing programs to increase faculty diversity.
- Friday: Chat live with UC researchers on how environment, diet and social experiences affect health
Thursday, September 20, 2018
- Stigma-Free UC – The Mark of Shame: Understanding Mental Illness Stigma
Wednesday, September 19, 2018
- Incoming Staff Advisor to the Regents Kate Klimow: Giving back to the university she loves
Wednesday, September 19, 2018
- UC People Management Conference inspires personal growth and cultural transformation
Thursday, September 6, 2018
- Is a college degree worth it?
Thursday, August 23, 2018
President Napolitano shares her thoughts in her latest LinkedIn post.
- Tips to make your LinkedIn profile stand out and manage your professional brand
Thursday, August 23, 2018
- Courtesy notice for faculty, staff regarding annual systemwide payroll disclosure
Friday, August 17, 2018
- Sautter Award-winning projects showcase IT innovations that streamline UC operations
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
- Aug. 7: What do I do with my summer bounty? Ask a UC expert live on Facebook
Thursday, August 2, 2018
- August New Dimensions is now available
Wednesday, August 1, 2018
Catch up on the latest news for retirees in the August issue of New Dimensions.
- New UC data shine a light on alumni earnings
Thursday, July 26, 2018
Within five years of graduating, a majority of UC’s low-income students earn more than their parents.
- Los Angeles high school students reveal a link between copious amounts of screen time and ADHD
Thursday, July 19, 2018
- UC admissions rise, with record surge in transfers
Thursday, July 12, 2018
The University of California has offered nearly 137,000 students a spot on at least one of its nine undergraduate campuses this fall, including more than 28,750 transfer applicants, the highest number in the history of the university.
- UC keeps Los Alamos National Laboratory on cutting edge of science and research
Monday, July 9, 2018
The university is proud to continue its stewardship of one of the world's premier scientific institutions.
- Ninth annual UC Walks sets records for participation
Tuesday, June 26, 2018
Members of the UC community have been gathering at locations across the system to celebrate wellness.
- What is it like to be a staff advisor to the Regents?
Monday, June 18, 2018
Staff members who are considering applying often have questions about what the role entails. The current Staff Advisors describe several key steps in their preparations for quarterly Regents meetings.
Think you know your LGBTQ history? Take our quiz!Thursday, June 7, 2018
Happy Pride! UC and members of its community have played a pivotal role in many landmark moments related to LBGTQ culture and rights. Test your rainbow knowledge.
- Meet UC’s 2018 graduates: Californians who are citizens of the world
Thursday, June 14, 2018
The Class of 2018 is ready to lead, both at home and abroad.
- The University of California leads in U.S. patents
Wednesday, June 13, 2018
The UC system easily rises to the top when it comes to invention.
- Stigma-Free UC: The Effects of Stigma on Public Health
Monday, June 4, 2018
Bruce Link, UC Riverside Distinguished Professor of Public Policy and Sociology, will discuss how people with mental illnesses are harmed by the social stigma they experience — and what we can do to reduce that stigma.
- How to Build a Better Salad
Friday, May 25, 2018
Tips from a nutrition expert on the dos and don’ts of creating a more healthful salad.
May New Dimensions is now availableTuesday, May 1, 2018
Catch up on the latest news for retirees in the May issue of New Dimensions.
- For Mental Health Awareness Month: UC’s resources for faculty and staff
Wednesday, May 23, 2018
UC Irvine’s Coordinator of Faculty & Staff Mental Health Care and Respondent Services, Negar Shekarabi, answers a few common questions.
- Know before you go: Cyber safety tips for your summer travels
Tuesday, May 22, 2018
Smartphones and other electronic devices have made it easier to stay in touch and multi-task while traveling. But they can also mean increased cyber risks for keeping your personal and university information private, as well as increased potential for theft.
Thousands gather across the system for UC WalksFriday, May 18, 2018
Members of the UC community are gathering at campuses across the system to celebrate wellness in the ninth annual UC Walks.
- Tips for keeping your online information secure
Friday, May 11, 2018
Secure passwords are critical to protecting your information online.
- UC grad students bring ingenuity to the fore at Grad Slam. And the winner is ...
Friday, May 4, 2018
10 campus finalists thrill by distilling years of research into three-minute talks on topics from synesthesia to 'mansand.'
- The Systemwide WellBeing Initiative: Making UC a healthier place to work, learn and grow
Tuesday, May 1, 2018
New website highlights information about events and resources, and the goals of the Systemwide WellBeing Initiative.
- Stigma-Free UC webinar: What is mental health awareness and what can we do better?
Thursday, May 3, 2018
Award-winning speaker and author Ross Szabo will speak about how we can improve our efforts to raise awareness.
- Behavioral health plan satisfaction survey launching May 17
Monday, May 14, 2018
UC wants to know what you think about your university-sponsored behavioral health benefits.
- UC will continue advocating for more state funding, puts off tuition vote
Thursday, April 26, 2018
The University of California announced April 26 that it will not take up the issue of an in-state tuition increase at the May meeting of the UC Board of Regents and will continue to advocate for full state funding of the university.
- Grad Slam is on! Students vie to present their theses in three minutes flat
Thursday, April 26, 2018
UC grad students deliver powerful research in less time than it takes to sing a power ballad.
- UC statement regarding Tuesday’s federal court ruling on DACA
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
The University of California issued a statement regarding the federal court ruling on DACA.
- Boost your well-being at UC Walks on May 16
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
On Wednesday, May 16, faculty, staff, students and retirees around UC will join together for the ninth annual UC Walks event.
- Californians may want to review paycheck withholdings
Monday, April 23, 2018
As part of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, changes to eligible deductions could have a significant impact on your tax liability in 2018.
- Five UC presidents share stories about the university’s bold rise over the last 150 years
Thursday, April 19, 2018
Five presidents recently gathered in conversation at UC San Diego to celebrate UC’s contributions to California and beyond.
- UC and CCC sign agreement to boost transfers, increase academic preparation
Wednesday, April 11, 2018
The University of California and the California Community Colleges announced that they have signed a joint agreement aimed at increasing the number of academically prepared community college students who transfer to UC and earn a bachelor’s degree.
- How to hardwire resilience into your brain
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
We'll be better prepared for life's challenges if we cultivate these 12 inner strengths.
- Stigma-Free UC webinar: Mass shootings, firearms and the mental health system
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
Amy Barnhorst, vice chair for community psychiatry at UC Davis, discusses the ways in which the response to gun violence risks both increasing stigma against people with mental illness and drawing the focus away from other groups of people at higher risk of violence.
- UCRP benefit recipients to receive cost-of-living adjustment
Thursday, March 29, 2018
Annual notice about COLA.
- Meet the winners of UC's 150th Quiz
Tuesday, March 27, 2018
25 randomly selected winners will receive a commemorative 150th anniversary goodie bag.
- UC grad schools stand out in 2019 US News rankings
Monday, March 26, 2018
Nearly all UC graduate programs rank among the best in the nation.
- Retiree Health Benefits Working Group on track to deliver analysis by June 1, 2018
Monday, March 26, 2018
Group is exploring potential strategies and developing options for UC leaders to consider to ensure the long-term financial viability of the retiree health benefits program.
- Women’s development program provides career support across UC
Monday, March 26, 2018
After two highly successful years as a pilot program, the Systemwide UC Women’s Initiative for Professional Development has expanded and is now a regular offering for women’s professional development across UC.
- Join with UC to advance women’s health
Friday, March 16, 2018
UC is leading the way is women’s health care, with hundreds of trials in progress every day at UC medical centers across the system.
- Your UC retirement income estimate is ready
Tuesday, March 13, 2018
This annual statement projects your monthly retirement income (if you stay on track) from UC’s retirement benefits plans.
- UC President Napolitano lays out a vision for expanding college access
Friday, March 9, 2018
New policies proposed by Napolitano would reduce costs and graduate more students.
- Departing staff advisor reflects on work to "elevate the common threads" of staff voices
Friday, March 9, 2018
Jason Valdry learned early in his career with UC that he was happiest when he was giving back to the university. And serving as staff advisor to the UC Board of Regents was an opportunity he couldn’t pass up.
- FSA deadlines for March and April
Thursday, March 8, 2018
If you were enrolled in an FSA in 2017, you have until April 15, 2018, to submit your claims for your eligible 2017 expenses.
- Stigma-Free UC webinar: Positive Psychology — Tools to Support Resilience, Wellbeing and Creative Achievement
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
Robert Bilder will discuss the potential of positive psychology to improve emotional health in the second installment of the "Stigma-Free UC" initiative.
- Calling all UC information technology innovators: Annual Sautter Award Program now open for nominations
Monday, March 5, 2018
Applications for the 2018 Larry L. Sautter Award honoring innovation in information technology are now being accepted through May 18, 2018.
For comics fan staffer, Black Panther was ‘life changing’Thursday, February 15, 2018
As a kid, Alfred Day would spend hours holed up indoors reading comics. The character who really spoke to him — who taught him that he could be smart and powerful — was Black Panther.
- Test your UC IQ: Take the 150th Quiz!
Tuesday, February 27, 2018
A fun way to test your UC knowledge, and perhaps learn a few new things about UC’s remarkable history and contributions to California and the world.
- UC’s commitment to pay equity: Steps to implement AB 168
Monday, February 26, 2018
Bill prohibits employers from inquiring into an applicant's salary history.
- An opportunity to serve: Apply to become the next staff advisor to UC Regents
Friday, February 23, 2018
The application period is now open through March 23, for a two-year term that runs from July 2018 to June 2020.
- President Napolitano invites you to support UC cancer research
Monday, February 12, 2018
Donate on your California income tax return.
- Stigma-free UC – Ending shame and silence surrounding mental illness
Thursday, February 8, 2018
All UC faculty and staff are invited to attend a webinar about the social and personal costs of the stigma surrounding mental illness, which launches the Systemwide WellBeing Initiative’s effort to raise awareness about mental health issues and reduce barriers to treatment.
- UC partners with leading research universities to form international coalition for accelerating local climate action
Tuesday, February 6, 2018
UC has unveiled the University Climate Change Coalition, or UC3, a bold new coalition of 13 leading North American research universities that will prototype a collaborative model designed to help local communities achieve their climate goals and accelerate the transition to a low-carbon future.
February New Dimensions is now availableThursday, February 1, 2018
Catch up on the latest news for retirees in the February issue of New Dimensions.
- Retiree Health Benefits Working Group formed to study options for benefits stability
Thursday, February 1, 2018
Group will explore options that will ensure the long-term financial viability of the retiree health benefits program and the quality of the benefits offered.
- New Student Advisory Board will provide input on sexual violence prevention and response
Wednesday, January 31, 2018
Board members will serve as liaisons between students and the UC Systemwide Title IX Office on the university’s continuing prevention and response efforts.
- Sustainability wins for UC, California in 2017
Monday, January 29, 2018
UC's 14th Annual Report on Sustainable Practices shows that the UC system is not only growing, it's greener than ever.
- Review changes to your paycheck due to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
Friday, January 26, 2018
The IRS has issued new income tax withholding tables for 2018 and UC is updating its payroll systems accordingly.
- OneExchange is changing its name to Via Benefits
Friday, January 26, 2018
The administrator of UC’s Medicare Coordinator program for Medicare-eligible retirees who live outside California and their families, will officially change its name effective March 1, 2018.
- UC, CSU streamline efforts, reduce costs in unprecedented procurement partnership
Tuesday, January 23, 2018
It may be the largest effort of its kind in higher education and possibly any industry: The University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) have joined forces around a singular procurement system that will benefit both entities and ultimately, California taxpayers.
- Everyone’s talking about the flu. Here’s what to do about it
Wednesday, January 17, 2018
This year’s vaccine might not stop the virus, but — no small thing — it can reduce risk of serious illness.
- Your 2017 W-2 statement and how to protect yourself from tax scams
Wednesday, January 17, 2018
Your W-2 tax statement is arriving soon. Beware of scammers who want to steal your personal information.
- Statement from Board of Regents Chair Kieffer and President Napolitano on Gov. Brown’s budget plan
Thursday, January 11, 2018
UC celebrates 150 years of pioneering a better futureMonday, January 8, 2018
Reflecting on a century and a half of life at the world's most renowned public university.
- Changes to look for in your January paycheck
Wednesday, January 3, 2018
Changes can include your benefits coverage and rates, your voluntary contribution to retirement savings, or your tax status.
- Despite passage of Prop. 64, you still can’t use marijuana on UC property
Wednesday, January 3, 2018
Using and possessing marijuana is still illegal under federal law. UC, which receives federal funding, is required to have policies that prohibit marijuana use, possession and distribution on campus and in the workplace.
- UCPath implementation extends to UC Merced, UC Riverside and Associated Students UCLA
Tuesday, January 2, 2018
As of Jan. 2, three more UC locations have joined UCOP in using UCPath for employment-related transactions.
- Emergency support from UC's benefit plans
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Resources for those affected by the California wildfires.
- UCPath Center named a Top Workplace for 2017
Thursday, December 7, 2017
UCPC was ranked no. 2 in the category of midsize organizations on a list of public, private, nonprofit and governmental organizations throughout Riverside and San Bernardino counties.
Long-hidden art collection gifted to UC IrvineThursday, November 30, 2017
An exquisite but long-hidden collection of California art, including works by Ruth Asawa, Richard Diebenkorn and Wayne Thiebaud, has been given to UC Irvine by the trust of Gerald Buck, a Newport Beach developer and art aficionado who passed away in 2013.
- How tax reform could price students out of graduate school
Thursday, November 30, 2017
Provisions in tax proposals making their way through Congress could cost students thousands of dollars a year.
- Diabetes prevention and management resources from UC’s health plans
Wednesday, November 29, 2017
If you or a family member could use support, your UC health plan is a good place to start.
Partnership with Umoja program helps community college students achieve, succeed at UCTuesday, November 21, 2017
Students from across the state find and nurture support networks for academic success.
- Protecting your personal information online
Monday, November 13, 2017
Everyone should take care to protect their information and identity.
- Calling all students: UC wants your input on sexual violence prevention and response
Monday, November 13, 2017
UC is inviting students to apply for a seat on a new Student Advisory Board that will provide input to the university about its ongoing efforts to prevent and respond to sexual violence and sexual harassment.
- Fellowship applications open for UC’s National Center for Free Speech
Thursday, November 9, 2017
Starting Nov. 9, the University of California will accept applications from individuals interested in joining the inaugural group of fellows for its National Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement in Washington, D.C.
- New UC website to help veterans transition to civilian career
Thursday, November 9, 2017
Site offers tips and resources for veterans interested in working at UC.
- Presidential Public Service fellows embrace life in the public sector
Tuesday, November 7, 2017
Student fellows have access to a huge array of internship opportunities through both the UC Center Sacramento and the UC Washington Center. ...
- Join with UC and ask Congress to protect education, research and health care funding
Friday, November 3, 2017
- Aspirations on hold, UC students await court ruling on DACA
Thursday, November 2, 2017
Scholars blazing trails in fields from law to science find their dreams may no longer be within reach.
- CA Attorney General asks judge to reinstate DACA program until final court ruling
Thursday, November 2, 2017
Mary Poppins was an enablerFriday, October 27, 2017
Oh sure, a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down, but millions of Americans require medicine to deal with their excessive sugar consumption. For National Diabetes Month, UC San Diego Health breaks down the numbers.
Can gratitude be good for your heart?Wednesday, October 25, 2017
A new series of studies finds gratitude helps people with cardiovascular disease get healthier.
- Flu shot tips from a nurse
Friday, October 20, 2017
Feeling squeamish about getting your annual flu shot? UCLA Health asked an expert for some advice in making the uncomfortable experience a little bit easier.
- President Napolitano announces National Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement
Thursday, October 26, 2017
The University of California — birthplace of the Free Speech Movement — will open a center in Washington DC devoted to First Amendment issues.
- Open Enrollment is here, with good news and important changes
Thursday, October 26, 2017
Visit the Open Enrollment website from 8 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 26 to 5 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 21 to enroll in the right benefits for you and your eligible family members.
- UC alumni entrepreneurs pitch their startups in new competition
Wednesday, October 25, 2017
Finalists will receive mentoring and a chance to wow more than 600 business leaders at an upcoming conference.
- Survey offers picture of life after UC retirement
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
After they leave UC employment, many retirees continue rewarding and energetic lifestyles, finds a newly released survey by the Council of UC Retiree Associations.
- UC’s #MyLastTrash campaign asks you to help push campuses toward zero waste
Monday, October 23, 2017
A new effort strives to transform habits and meet an ambitious 2020 goal.
- UC named national leader in clean energy
Monday, October 23, 2017
The university was one of only eight organizations nationwide to earn the distinction.
- Employees, retirees happy with their UC-sponsored health plans, surveys find
Monday, October 23, 2017
Employees and retirees enrolled in UC-sponsored health plans are highly satisfied with their plans, according to surveys conducted last spring.
A long-time staffer's generosityThursday, October 5, 2017
“I lead a simple life. I don’t need so much, so I decided to share,” said Cam Calkins, a UC Riverside dining services staffer about his $52,000 donation to a scholarship fund. ...
- Apertura de Inscripción 2018: Buenas noticias acerca de los costos, y unos cuantos cambios importantes
Thursday, October 12, 2017
Open Enrollment 2018: Good news about costs, and a few important changesThursday, October 12, 2017
Open Enrollment is coming soon with good news about premium costs and the option to keep your current plan if it’s working well for you.
- Work group to be formed to study, make recommendations about health benefits for retirees
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
- Understanding UC’s benefits for domestic partners
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
UC offers comprehensive benefits to faculty, staff and retirees, and to their families. Make sure you understand the rules and how to ensure your partner doesn’t lose out on any valuable benefits.
- Three tips to protect yourself from the unexpected, in recognition of National Cyber Security Awareness Month
Monday, October 2, 2017
To keep your information and the university’s information safe, incorporate good cybersecurity habits into your daily routine.
Virtual anatomyThursday, September 28, 2017
UCSF medical students are using virtual reality in the anatomy lab to give them a new way to bridge hands-on training with cadavers and textbook learning. Read more, and watch a video, about how VR is revolutionizing the way future doctors are learning about our bodies.
- UC first-generation faculty to students: You’ve got this and we’re here to help
Monday, September 25, 2017
Mentorship program connects students who are the first in the family to college with faculty who have walked in their shoes.
- President Napolitano affirms UC commitment to sexual violence survivors, ensuring fair procedures
Friday, September 22, 2017
- UC Health urges California congressional delegation to oppose Graham-Cassidy health bill
Friday, September 22, 2017
- UC to make process of verifying student admissions information more effective
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
UC President Janet Napolitano announced the formation of a task force that will review how UC’s nine undergraduate campuses verify academic credentials, such as grades and test scores, that admitted students provide before enrollment.
UC leaders: Grants are available to help DACA holders pay for a permit renewal — but they must act quicklyWednesday, September 13, 2017
- UC claims top spots in new US News and World Report rankings
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
The UC system boasts five of the nation’s top 10 public universities, according to the U.S. News and World Report’s 2018 rankings.
- Letter from President Napolitano and UC chancellors regarding DACA renewal applications
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
- New UC policy changes to improve resource management, operations systemwide
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
This fall, UC will implement a series of policy changes to strengthen the university's management of its resources and improve operations.
- Staff engagement survey results show improvement, increased engagement
Monday, September 11, 2017
The 2017 systemwide staff engagement survey demonstrated significant improvements from 2015 in a number of areas, including supervision and performance management, and an increase in overall engagement.
- A letter from President Napolitano on the administration's decision to end DACA
Tuesday, September 5, 2017
- How a college campus in California’s Central Valley became a magnet for Latinos
Thursday, July 19, 2018
- UC President Napolitano calls upon academics to speak out in challenging times of ‘fake news,’ falsehoods
Thursday, August 31, 2017
Napolitano challenged the higher education community to help the public distinguish between truth and divisive falsehoods, and to speak out against intolerance and bigotry.
Be alert for cybersecurity scams as the school year beginsMonday, August 21, 2017
Watch out for typical beginning-of-the-year scams and follow these eight habits to protect yourself.
- Megamovie app makes photographing total eclipse a snap
Thursday, August 10, 2017
Download the app and practice beforehand, so you're prepared when the big day arrives, on Monday, Aug. 21.
- UC boasts the world's top public universities
Thursday, August 17, 2017
University of California campuses are among the best in the world, according to new rankings issued by Shanghai Jiao Tong University.
- Letter from UC President Janet Napolitano on the violence in Charlottesville
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
UC hospitals ranked among best in the nation, stateTuesday, August 8, 2017
New rankings place two UC hospitals in top 10 nationwide, and all five UC medical centers among California's best.
- Annual Sautter Awards highlight IT innovations that streamline, strengthen UC operations
Tuesday, August 8, 2017
- UCLA study helps Californians save electricity — and money — this summer
Thursday, August 3, 2017
To participate in the study, download a free app which transmits real-time updates to help you tweak your usage.
- Statement of UC President Janet Napolitano on public university admissions
Wednesday, August 2, 2017
August New Dimensions is now availableTuesday, August 1, 2017
Catch up on the latest news for retirees in the August issue of New Dimensions.
- UC is changing its hiring policy to remove barriers to opportunity
Monday, July 24, 2017
UC is making a change to avoid discouraging qualified previously incarcerated people from applying to work at UC.
- UC honored for environmental, economic leadership
Wednesday, July 19, 2017
The University of California has been honored with the 2017 Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Award in recognition of the UC system’s legacy of environmental and economic leadership. The award is presented annually by the California Council for Environmental and Economic Balance (CCEEB).
UC scales new heights in graduation rates, researchThursday, July 13, 2017
2017 Accountability Report reveals UC's impact is greater than ever.
- UC Santa Barbara's Michael Brown appointed provost of UC system
Thursday, July 13, 2017
The University of California Board of Regents today (July 13) approved Michael T. Brown, a veteran professor and administrator at UC Santa Barbara and former chair of the UC Academic Senate, as UC provost and executive vice president for Academic Affairs.
- UC names Alexander A. Bustamante chief compliance and audit officer
Thursday, July 13, 2017
The University of California Board of Regents today (July 13) approved Alexander A. Bustamante as senior vice president and chief compliance and audit officer at UC's Office of the President.
Go easy on the avocado toast: 'Good fat' can still be bad for you, research showsThursday, July 6, 2017
Liberal consumption of so-called good fats — like those found in olive oil and avocados — may lead to fatty liver disease, a risk factor for metabolic disorders like type 2 diabetes and hypertension, according to a new study by scientists at UCSF.
Immigration status has health implications for young Latinos, study showsThursday, July 6, 2017
Young undocumented Latinos who gain legal status, even on a temporary basis, experience significant positive effects on their psychological well-being, according to a new study by researchers at UC Merced and UC Davis.
Admissions offers up, on track to enroll 10,000 more California students by next yearThursday, July 6, 2017
The University of California announced today (July 6) that some 70,000 incoming California freshmen and more than 21,000 in-state transfer students were offered a spot for fall 2017 on at least one of UC’s nine undergraduate campuses.
Hey Siri, an ancient algorithm may help you grasp metaphorsThursday, June 29, 2017
Sometimes Siri has trouble understanding what you're saying, but UC Berkeley researchers hope their study on how humans create metaphors can pave the way for future advances in artificial intelligence. ...
Cracking the code: Why aren't more women majoring in computer science?Thursday, June 29, 2017
A UCLA professor is working to pinpoint specific strategies to attract and retain women and students of color as computer science majors.
- UC launches new systemwide faculty, staff procedures in ongoing strategy to address sexual harassment and sexual violence
Thursday, June 29, 2017
The University of California is announcing on July 1 new systemwide procedures for investigating, adjudicating and determining sanctions in sexual harassment and sexual violence cases that involve faculty and staff.
- Disclosure of UC retirees’ information under the California Public Records Act
Monday, June 26, 2017
Students of all races feel safer in ethnically diverse middle schoolsThursday, June 22, 2017
According to UCLA researchers, middle school students from a range of racial and ethnic backgrounds feel safer, less lonely and less bullied if they attend schools that are more diverse.
Mountain lions fear humans, fleeing when they hear our voicesThursday, June 22, 2017
UC Santa Cruz researchers found evidence that these big cats don't like encountering humans any more than we like bumping into them on hiking trails.
Moving mountains: A surgeon’s fight to legalize HIV-to-HIV organ transplantsThursday, June 22, 2017
Peter Stock, MD, PhD, a transplant surgeon at UCSF, has always been driven to crack whatever problem is set before him – whether that’s an 8,000-meter mountain peak or outdated laws denying organ transplants to people with HIV.
Dressmakers found to have needle-sharp 3D visionThursday, June 15, 2017
The stereoscopic vision of seamstresses is superior to that of surgeons, UC Berkeley researchers find.
Reducing waste and changing behaviors in the operating roomThursday, June 15, 2017
Dr. Seema Gandhi's passion for sustainability is leading to UCSF and other campus medical centers using fewer single-use devices.
Indiana Jones meets the seaThursday, June 15, 2017
UC San Diego launches Scripps Center for Marine Archaeology to study influence of marine environments on ancient societies.
Cal’s main attraction? For nesting peregrines, it’s the CampanileThursday, June 8, 2017
Peregrine falcons, once on the brink of extinction, have shifted from their natural cliff faces into tall buildings in urban areas, including UC Berkeley's Campanile.
UC Santa Cruz to launch first-generation faculty campaignThursday, June 1, 2017
The initiative's primary goal is two-fold: to make students feel a sense of belonging and ownership over their education and to help teachers understand the challenges and cultural wealth of first generation students.
Great escapeThursday, June 1, 2017
UC Santa Barbara professors weigh in on the benefits of binge-watching.
UC Santa Cruz builder of “bridges” named next Staff Advisor-Designate to the RegentsThursday, June 1, 2017
Researchers find computer code that Volkswagen used to cheat emissions testsThursday, May 25, 2017
International team led by a UC San Diego computer scientist uncovered the system inside cars’ onboard computers. ...
- President Napolitano issues statement on President Trump's proposed fiscal 2018 budget
Tuesday, May 23, 2017
UC Board of Regents approves policy on nonresident student enrollmentThursday, May 18, 2017
UC reaffirms its historic commitment to California residents by limiting the proportion of out-of-state and international students at its undergraduate campuses.
UC Merced to digitize AIDS historical archivesThursday, May 18, 2017
The archives tell the story of the early days of the AIDS epidemic in the San Francisco Bay Area, including how community groups and the medical community mobilized to help combat the disease.
UC San Diego team creates the ultimate natural sunscreenThursday, May 18, 2017
The chemists have developed nanoparticles that mimic the behavior of natural melanin-producing cell structures that protect our skin, eyes and other tissues from the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation.
Nearly half of California’s salmon, trout on track to become extinct. But the trend can be reversed.Thursday, May 18, 2017
“This report should rightly be considered an alarm bell, but it should also be seen as a roadmap for how we can correct course to better support native aquatic species,” UC Davis professor emeritus Peter Moyle said.
- Walking for wellness in eighth annual UC Walks
Thursday, June 29, 2017
Members of the UC community gathered at campuses across the system in May and June to celebrate wellness in the eighth annual UC Walks.
UC Santa Cruz genetics lab helps solve the mystery of 'Miranda Eve'Thursday, May 11, 2017
Specialists and volunteers worked together to identify the remains of the 19th century child whose casket was discovered in a San Francisco neighborhood.
- Congress restores year-round Pell Grants, protects federal research funding
Thursday, May 11, 2017
President Napolitano thanks UC advocates for their involvement in federal budget issues.
Tackling the ‘black troublemaker’ school stereotypeThursday, May 4, 2017
A UC Berkeley psychologist is working with Google to combat knee-jerk suspensions of African American teens.
Engineers investigate a simple, no-bake recipe to make bricks from Martian soilThursday, May 4, 2017
Explorers planning to settle on Mars might be able to turn the planet’s red soil into bricks without needing to use an oven or additional ingredients thanks to UC San Diego engineers.
May New Dimensions is now availableFriday, April 28, 2017
Read about Social Security tips for working retirees, 2017 cost-of-living adjustments and more in the May issue of New Dimensions.
UC Merced appoints Chou Her as new chief of policeTuesday, April 25, 2017
Her, the first person of Hmong descent to lead a UC public safety agency, brings nearly two decades of law enforcement experience and years of demonstrated leadership to the position.
UC Irvine aims to become first university to launch rocket into spaceTuesday, April 25, 2017
The “Moonshot Initiative,” funded through a $1 million gift from Base 11, will establish a rocketry program at The Henry Samueli School of Engineering.
Sensor-equipped glove could help doctors take guesswork out of measuring spasticityTuesday, April 25, 2017
An interdisciplinary team of researchers at UC San Diego and Rady Children’s Hospital has developed new technology that could be used to accurately measure muscle stiffness during physical exams.
Proposals to cut vital federal research funding will hurt U.S.’s competitivenessFriday, April 21, 2017
President Napolitano calls upon those who value science and treasure its benefits to make their voices heard.
- We know better but we're still eating too much salt. Three tips to cut your salt intake
Thursday, April 20, 2017
One reason people eat too much salt is they aren't aware of how much they’re actually eating, and where it comes from. UCLA Health experts shed some light, and share tips to help you reduce your sodium consumption.
Inspired by work with Dalai Lama, UCSF postdoc creates app to help people better understand emotionsThursday, April 20, 2017
A UCSF postdoc collaborated with her father and the Dalai Lama to create an Atlas of Emotions and is focusing on helping medical residents understand their emotions through an app.
Big Pixel Initiative invites public to help map our worldThursday, April 13, 2017
UC San Diego research is set to transform the way urbanization and growth is studied.
UC Irvine to save 50 million gallons in drinkable water annuallyThursday, April 13, 2017
Campus partners with Irvine Ranch Water District to convert central cooling plant to recycled water use.
Shoe-string theory: Science shows why shoelaces come untiedThursday, April 13, 2017
A new study by mechanical engineers at UC Berkeley finally shows why your shoelaces may keep coming untied.
Deep sleep may act as fountain of youth in old ageThursday, April 6, 2017
UC Berkeley researchers discover that sleeping too little can elevate the risk of memory loss and other disorders among older people. ...
- UC Berkeley gets $10.1 million grant to acquire works of Holocaust artist Arthur Szyk
Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Pioneering stem cell gene therapy cures infants with bubble baby diseaseThursday, March 30, 2017
UCLA researchers have developed a cure for babies born with adenosine deaminase-deficient severe combined immunodeficiency, a rare and life-threatening condition that can be fatal within the first year of life if left untreated.
UC Irvine named home for National Registry of ExonerationsThursday, March 23, 2017
UC Irvine's Newkirk Center for Science & Society becomes home to leading source of information for official criminal conviction reversals.
Librarian builds a Middle East library collection that few universities can matchThursday, March 16, 2017
UCLA Librarian David Hirsch, who is proficient in six languages and has traveled to six continents, scours the world for valuable materials to add to the campus's extensive, eclectic collection.
Why pandas are black and whiteThursday, March 9, 2017
After uncovering why zebras have black-and-white stripes (to repel biting flies), UC Davis scientists took the coloration question to giant pandas.
How healthy eating could reduce greenhouse gas emissionsThursday, March 9, 2017
According to a new study led by UC Santa Barbara researchers, good dietary choices could improve the health care system and even benefit the planet. ...
Magic in the ruinsThursday, March 9, 2017
A UC Santa Barbara professor will provide high-tech, digital set design for Verdi’s “Macbeth” in the 400-year-old remains of a convent in Panama. ...
UCLA archaeologist enlists community to help preserve cultural heritage in EthiopiaThursday, March 2, 2017
Locals jump in to protect their ancient treasures.
Is it safe to eat that? Confusing food labels are about to get a lot simplerThursday, March 2, 2017
UC experts praise new grocery industry guidelines.
Help scientists memorialize the next solar eclipse in a "megamovie"Thursday, February 23, 2017
UC Berkeley and Google are looking for citizen scientists to document and memorialize the August event, and help scientists learn about the sun in the process.
Oscar contenders are more diverse, but report urges Hollywood to address ongoing equity issuesThursday, February 23, 2017
Despite this year's Academy Award nominations and increased diversity in Hollywood, a UCLA report finds that racial minorities and women remain severely underrepresented in film and television hiring.
Departing staff advisor reflects on two years of learning, planting seedsTuesday, February 21, 2017
Astrobiology's rising starThursday, February 16, 2017
Aomawa Shields, UCLA postdoctoral fellow and new UC Irvine assistant professor, studies the climate on distant planets to find those most likely to host alien life.
Scalp cooling can help some breast cancer patients retain hairThursday, February 16, 2017
Scalp cooling can lessen some chemotherapy-induced hair loss in certain breast cancer patients, according to a new multicenter study from UCSF, Weill Cornell Medicine and three other medical centers.
- UC and Israel’s Innovation Authority sign cooperation agreement
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Agreement aims to foster technological innovation and boost research and development.
- Out of the shadows
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Inspired by Oscar-nominated film “Hidden Figures,” UC Irvine faculty identify black pioneers they think should be included in history books.
Your brain on exerciseTuesday, February 14, 2017
Physical activity gives your brain a boost, but can it enhance your vision? Research by UC Santa Barbara psychologists Barry Giesbrecht and Tom Bullock suggests that it can.
