ITS announced that UCOP is implementing new security requirements for smartphones and tablets, effective Sunday, Sept. 21.

With summer drawing to a close, now is a good time to take a few days off, especially if you’re about to reach your maximum vacation balance.

UCRP contribution rates for both the university and staff will go up starting July 1, ranging from 7 to 8 percent of pay for employees and 14 percent for the university.

UC maintains a whistleblower hotline and policies for reporting improper activity and to protect those who report misconduct from retaliation.

As of July 1, UC is renewing the Employee-initiated Reduction In Time program, which allows eligible staff to reduce their working hours and pay.

Franklin lockers are intended for day-use only. To reinforce this policy, lockers will be cleared on July 1, and locks that are missing keys will be rekeyed.

Executive Vice President Nathan Brostrom announces a 2014–15 salary increase of 3 percent for non-represented staff.