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Anthem offering identity theft protection after recent cyber attack

The insurer is offering identity repair assistance and credit monitoring services to former members in response to the recent data breach.


HR clarifies effect of Sutter-Blue Shield contract on UC medical plans

If you use Sutter providers and are enrolled in the Blue Shield Health Savings Plan, Core Medical or UC Care, find out how the Blue Shield/Sutter Health contract negotiations may affect you.


Whistleblower policy comment period open

UC is proposing extensive revisions to its Whistleblower Protection Policy, and employees can provide comments by Jan. 30.


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Electric car discounts available to UC staff until Jan. 2, 2015

If you're buying a new car before year-end, you might want to take advantage of a limited-time $1,000 discount for UC employees on the Nissan LEAF, a 100 percent electric, zero-emission car.


Juan Conrado setting up Lobby 1

New procedure for reserving Lobby 1 conference room

Beginning today, Tuesday, Dec. 16, UCOP will use a new procedure for booking meetings and other gatherings in Franklin Lobby 1 conference room.


Comments invited on revisions to UC compensation policy

UC is proposing revisions to Staff Policy 30, Compensation, which applies to staff in the professional and support staff and manager and senior professionals groups.


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“Brown” bags coming up! UCOP transitioning to UPS for shipping

OP is switching vendors for shipping expedited mail and small ground freight, which will also usher in a new process to simplify both ordering and recharges.


Make the most of your benefits: Save these dates for Open Enrollment

Open Enrollment 2015 runs from Oct. 30 to Nov. 25, and UCOP's Benefits Office is hosting several events where you can get the information you need.


Your comments invited on renewing phased retirement at UC

The university is proposing to renew the Phased Retirement Program, an optional tool that allows eligible policy covered staff who are 55 or older to transition into retirement.


Fall is a good time to check your Flexible Spending Account balance

Today is the first day of fall, and it's a great time to see where you are with your FSA balances to make sure you stay on track to claim all your funds.


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UCOP issues new security requirements for smartphones, tablets

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


Two kayakers on Pinecrest Lake at Lair of the Golden Bear

Use the vacation days you’ve earned before summer ends

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.