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Jennifer Yokoyama, Professor in Residence,Global Brain Health Institute, Weill Institute for Neurosciences,Genetics of Alzheimers; Hybrid Wet and Dry Lab

Open Enrollment is here: Review and enroll in your 2026 benefits by Friday, Nov. 21

There are some big changes to UC’s medical plans and premiums for 2026, and now’s the time to act. 


Marina Sirota, Dept of Pediatrics and Bakar Computational Health Sciences Institute,The long-term research goal of the Sirota Lab is to develop integrative computational methods and apply these approaches in the context of disease diagnostics and therapeutics.

Important year-end tax and payroll reminders

As 2025 comes to a close, here are some important reminders and announcements related to your pay, taxes, and benefits.


Doctor and patient looking at digital medical record on tablet

Open Enrollment is here: Watch a helpful video + choose your benefits by Nov. 21

There are some big changes to UC’s medical plans and premiums for 2026, and now’s the time to act.


Council of UC Staff Assemblies

Video: Watch the recording of CUCSA’s Town Hall on Open Enrollment

Hear important updates about this year's benefits, along with answers to common staff questions about 2026 Open Enrollment.


Jennifer Yokoyama, Professor in Residence,Global Brain Health Institute, Weill Institute for Neurosciences,Genetics of Alzheimers; Hybrid Wet and Dry Lab

Open Enrollment starts on Thursday: Get ready and attend an Oakland kick-off fair

If you sometimes ignore Open Enrollment, this is the year to take another look at your options. 


Jennifer Yokoyama, Professor in Residence,Global Brain Health Institute, Weill Institute for Neurosciences,Genetics of Alzheimers; Hybrid Wet and Dry Lab

Open Enrollment Kick-Off Fair in Oakland + 5 things to know about your benefits

On Wednesday, Oct. 29, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., join us in the Broadway Conference Center for an informative and engaging Open Enrollment event! In the meantime, find out what to expect during the Open Enrollment period.


Doctor talking to patient at UC Riverside Health Palm Desert Family Medicine

Wednesday: Virtual CUCSA All-Staff Town Hall will focus on Open Enrollment

This free virtual event will feature a presentation of 2026 Open Enrollment, including changes to this year's benefits, by Systemwide HR.


Doctor talking to patient at UC Riverside Health Palm Desert Family Medicine

Oct. 22 CUCSA All-Staff Town Hall will focus on Open Enrollment

This virtual event will feature a presentation of 2026 Open Enrollment, including changes to this year's benefits, by Systemwide HR.


A pediatric cardiologist interacting with a baby

A message from Systemwide HR Vice President Cheryl Lloyd about your 2026 benefits

If you’re one of those people who never pays attention to Open Enrollment, this is the year to change that.


Parent holds child while a doctor listens to her heart with a stethoscope.

From screenings to vaccines, preventive care is essential

Preventive care is an investment in a stronger, healthier future for yourself, your family and your community. And it's included in your UC benefits.


Doctor holding a Positive Result for COVID-19 with test kit for viral disease COVID-19 2019-nCoV.

An update on COVID-19 testing at UCOP and through UC health plans

UCOP will no longer provide COVID-19 tests on-site. Here's how to access testing through your UC health plan.


Woman looking at her cellphone

Look out for our annual medical plan satisfaction surveys

The survey takes roughly 20 minutes to complete, and all responses are anonymous and confidential.