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Stay Informed. Stay Connected.

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Reminder: Thanksgiving holiday flex-week

Make sure you know the details about this holiday flex-week where employees have the option to work remotely.


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Introducing the Office of Culture and Inclusive Excellence (OCIE)

Lalitha Sankaran introduces an update regarding the continued evolution of our work to ensure that every employee feels respected and experiences a sense of community, connection and belonging.


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Go paperless with UCPath

Going paperless is safe and convenient — and it just takes a few easy steps.


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California employees: Get ready to participate in the Great ShakeOut earthquake drill

This annual drill is a reminder that earthquakes can strike without warning — and preparation is the best protection.


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New entertainment and meal allowance rates

UC has updated entertainment and meal allowance rates as of Sept. 1, 2025.


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Water will be off in the Oakland Broadway building on Saturday, Oct. 18

If you're working that Saturday, plan to use the restrooms and kitchen facilities in the Franklin building.


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Support wellness through fragrance awareness

Mindfulness goes a long way toward helping everyone feel well at work.


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ICYMI: Update on using personal devices for work

As of Sept. 22, you need a BYOD exception to connect to the VPN from a personal, non-UCOP device.


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Announcement from UC Operations: Bringing together UC’s services for faculty, staff and retirees

The new Systemwide Shared Services unit aligns UCPath and RASC under shared leadership.


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Strengthening security: Updates on VPN access and using personal devices for work

Starting Sept. 22, you will need a BYOD exception to connect to the VPN from a personal, non-UCOP device.


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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.