As 2021 comes to a close, here are some important reminders and announcements related to your pay, taxes and benefits — some that may require action. 

On Wednesday, Dec. 15, from 12-1 p.m. (PT), the Council of UC Staff Assemblies invites all UCOP staff to join council members and employees from throughout UC for a systemwide town hall.

If you're a people manager, mark your calendar to take advantage of upcoming People Leaders Forums — monthly opportunities for supervisors to connect with one another.

In observance of official UC holidays, live support for UCPath and the UC Retirement Administration Service Center (RASC) will be closed on Dec. 23-24 and Dec. 30-31, 2021.

As the new year approaches, you may see a few changes in your paycheck. If you're paid bi-weekly, those changes could begin with your Dec. 8, 2021, paycheck.

Beginning Sunday, Dec. 19, emails originating outside UC will include a security banner to help alert you to possible spam or phishing emails.

If you are a traveler with United MileagePlus Premier Silver, Gold, Platinum or 1K status, you can request an extension by submitting an online form by Dec. 22, 2021.