Dear Colleagues,
UC ANR and UC leaders are working to understand how changing federal policies will affect university programs and operations. Some of the executive orders have been unsettling and concerning for many members of our community, and I fully recognize and empathize with all who are feeling the stress of these uncertainties.
Please know that, to the extent possible, we are prepared to help programs re-assign, re-align and re-deploy if necessary. I assure you that our commitment to our Principles of Community and our dedication to serving every Californian will not waver.
Given how fluid the situation is, we will continue to provide updates – as well as informational and support resources – as we gather more information from system leaders and agency partners. In the meantime, UC Office of the President has launched a website with information on how the system is addressing recent executive orders.
We reaffirm President Michael V. Drake's Jan. 28 commitment to one another, as well as to our clientele and their communities, in these unprecedented times.
If you are experiencing challenges because of these circumstances, please use the resources available to UC employees. The Academic and Staff Assistance Program (ASAP) offers confidential, cost-free assessment, intervention, consultation and referral services to all UC ANR faculty, staff and their immediate families.
Thank you, as always, for everything you do to serve and support communities across California, and for continuing to advance the research and extension programs that improve the lives of so many people.
Glenda Humiston
Vice President