Valued colleagues:

As we approach our annual Open Enrollment for health benefits, I want to share what we know about UC's medical plan costs for 2025 and update you on how we're preparing for 2026 and beyond. My goal is to provide information as early as possible so you can make informed decisions about your benefit plans.

The national trends that increased medical costs and medical plan premiums last year have continued. UC's medical plan costs will rise again this year due to increased health care utilization as our population ages and rates of chronic health conditions rise, enhanced benefits, and the rapidly expanding use of costly new drugs and treatments. 

To limit the impact of rising costs on...

The University of California Office of the President invites comments on a proposed Presidential Policy Seismic Safety. The policy is proposed to be revised and includes the following key issues:

• Replace the 2030 deadline with a continual improvement requirement for each location to achieve a minimum 4% per year reduction of non-compliant space above the established 2022 baseline square footage averaged over a three-year period. Note that any improvements completed in compliance with state-mandated requirements for critical care facilities will count towards the 4% reduction goal.

• All currently occupied Seismic Performance Rating VI facilities, shall be given the highest priority in capital...

Dear Colleagues,

It has been over four years since the COVID-19 pandemic has started, and while nearly all of us have returned to in-person work and activities, COVID-19 is still having an impact on our lives in a much different form than at the beginning. ANR Risk & Safety is continuing our efforts to prioritize the health and safety of the ANR community, and we are issuing this reminder regarding the importance of taking proactive measures if you are feeling unwell.

We are still monitoring the COVID-19 cases notified by the employees who report their positive cases. To help us protect each other, we ask you to please submit a 

The UC ANR Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Council is currently seeking nominations to fill several open positions.

The DEI Advisory Council has played a crucial role in shaping the policies and initiatives that have enhanced the hiring process and addressed pay equity within UC ANR. As a council member, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across the organization, including Employee Resource Groups, to develop recommendations for senior leadership that foster inclusivity and equity.

You may nominate yourself, a colleague or any UC ANR staff or academic member.

Membership criteria:

- Demonstrated experience and/or interest in advocating for change and advancing DEI...