Given concerns for the recent environmental challenges we continue to face in California, we want to reiterate our dedication to providing a safe, healthy and flexible work environment. The rate of COVID-19 cases has been increasing statewide, with nearly every county currently experiencing a high rate of transmission and a significant increase of persons hospitalized statewide*. Additionally, wildfires and associated air pollution from smoke have required evacuations, curtailment of outdoor activities, and caused poor air quality at some offices.
These health, safety, and emergency challenges are coming at a time when many members of the ANR community have begun to increase our in-person interactions, outreach and programming....
Recent changes in CDC and CDPH guidance and some County Public Health Orders have required a reassessment of UC ANR's Mask Protocol.
- Over the past two weeks, several County Public Health Officers have recommended all persons wear masks indoors, especially in situations where the vaccination...
- Author: Linda Forbes
Out of State Work and Travel Guidelines
UC ANR prides itself on being a collaborative, community-focused organization with a mission to improve the lives of Californians throughout the state. To serve that mission, it is critical that we continue to be considerate of when and how we work outside of the state. To ensure we are prioritizing our communities and the health and safety of individuals, we have updated the Out of State Work and Travel Guidelines:
Out of State Work
Employees may temporarily relocate out of state to work in limited situations where the remote work would not impact the duties of the position, and/or...
After an extensive consultation period, UC's final policy regarding required COVID-19 vaccinations has been approved. For the safety and well-being of the entire university community, the policy will require, with few exceptions, that all students, academic employees and staff be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus on or before August 15, 2021.
The policy allows for limited exceptions to COVID-19 vaccination based on a medical exemption, disability accommodation, or religious objection; pregnant individuals may also request a deferral if they wish for the duration of the pregnancy. Contact Dave Ritz (
For the safety and well-being of the entire university community, UC has proposed a COVID-19 vaccination policy. This policy will require, with few exceptions, that all students, faculty and staff be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus. In support of this policy, individuals are required to show proof of vaccination.
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