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UC streamlines Retirement Savings Program investment fund menu

UC is streamlining the menu of investment funds available through the UC Retirement Savings Program — your 403(b), 457(b), and Defined Contribution Plans — effective July 2.


Seeking employee comment: Presidential policy on sexual harassment and sexual violence

The university invites comments on proposed revisions to the Presidential Policy on Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence. Comments are due by May 1.


UC recognizes national Sexual Assault Awareness Month with activities systemwide

University of California campuses will hold panel discussions, rallies and other events throughout April to recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month.


Comments invited on personnel policy 80, Staff Personnel Records

The university is proposing revisions to PPSM 80 Staff Personnel Records, a policy that applies to staff employees in the Professional & Support Staff, Managers & Senior Professionals, and Senior Management Group.


ARAG legal plan members have identity theft protection

If you’re enrolled in the UC-sponsored legal plan, you have identity theft services, including identity theft insurance, available to you. To learn more, attend ARAG's webinar on April 2, 2015.


New survey asks staff’s opinions about working at UC

Beginning March 30, a random sample of non-represented employees will be invited to participate in the UC Staff Engagement Survey on topics including career development, performance management and workplace collaboration.


Brown, Napolitano report on budget discussions

The governor and the UC president describe talks as "positive," "productive" at UC Regents meeting.


Nomination process for UC Retirement System board election under way

UC staff interested in running for one of two open seats on the UC Retirement System (UCRS) Advisory Board may submit nomination applications now through May 1, 2015.


Jack Peltason

Jack Peltason praised for contributions to UC system and UC Irvine

The emeritus UC president and chancellor of UC Irvine died March 21 at age 91 after a lengthy battle with Parkinson's disease.


UC Santa Barbara goes lights out to win energy conservation contest

The contest is part of an effort to engage more students in UC President Janet Napolitano’s Carbon Neutrality Initiative, which commits the UC system to produce zero-net greenhouse gas emissions by 2025.


Comments on compensation policy due March 26

The University of California is proposing revisions to two staff policies and has invited comments from employees. Comments on the first — PPSM 30, Compensation — are due Thursday.


President Napolitano at her desk

Napolitano urges federal investment in research, education and health care

In a letter to California's congressional delegation, the UC president outlined the university's federal appropriations priorities and sought the delegation's backing.