UC's recently enacted sustainable food service initiatives are reducing food waste, saving water, and cutting costs. Read more.

The online newsletter for University of California faculty includes this month an interview with UC Vice President for Budget Patrick Lenz, who offers his take on some of the most critical issues facing the University.

UC is a key player in the fight against invasive species, developing solutions that save Californians millions of dollars a year. Read more.

UC has reached a five-year agreement with the University Professional and Technical Employees union for UC's approximately 9,000 research and technical employees, which include staff research associates, museum scientists, health and safety technicians, and laboratory assistants.

Employees may have to pay more and work longer to retain the current level of retirement benefits, under options presented by the Post-Employment Benefits Task Force.

With signing of the new healthcare legislation into law last week and the regulatory process expected to start in the near future, UC Human Resources will continue to closely monitor the implementation of the employer-related provisions. UC employees will be given notice of any changes, as well as information about how to take necessary actions, once additional details are available.

The UC Regents vowed to take responsibility for stamping out intolerance. Read more.

UC's systemwide sustainability policy includes mandates on energy efficiency, use of renewable resources, recycling, water reducation, environmentally-friendly construction methods and campus food service guidelines.

Five working groups offered strategies aimed at ensuring access, affordability and excellence in instruction, research and public service amid ongoing financial challenges.All of the recommendations are posted at the UC Commission on the Future website, to ensure public accessibility.