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December 23, 2015
Deadline for cyber security awareness training remains Jan. 31
Last night, the UC Learning Center sent out a notification in error saying the due date for the Cyber Security Awareness training had been changed from Jan. 31, 2016 to Dec. 8, 2015. The correct date remains Jan. 31, 2016.
December 08, 2015
New sexual violence discipline policy becomes effective January 1, 2016
I am writing to let you know about significant changes that will become effective January 1, 2016 in how the University of California disciplines students who are found responsible for policy violations in cases of sexual violence (sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking).
December 02, 2015
Exceptions to Campus Closure 2015-2016
The UC Santa Cruz campus will close during the holiday season in an effort to conserve energy at a time when university business is generally slow.
November 30, 2015
2015 Campus Holiday Food Drive
Please make a donation to support the campus holiday food drive either by dropping food off in one of our campus pantry barrels or by using the donation envelopes distributed through campus mail.
November 24, 2015
Deadline today at 5 p.m. for open enrollment health plan changes
Today, Tuesday, Nov. 24, is the last day of Open Enrollment.
November 24, 2015
Vice Provost for Student Success
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Jaye Padgett, professor of linguistics, as interim vice provost for the Division of Student Success, effective immediately.
November 23, 2015
Building the UC Santa Cruz alumni community
With 100,000 alumni around the world, UC Santa Cruz is the hub of a powerful network that can connect recent graduates with established alumni.
November 20, 2015
Leadership change in the Arts Division
I am pleased to announce the appointment of Bill Ladusaw, professor of linguistics, as interim dean of the Arts Division. The appointment is effective January 9, 2016 through December 31, 2016.
November 20, 2015
Holiday Open House and 50th Anniversary Celebration
Chancellor George Blumenthal and his wife, Professor Kelly Weisberg, invite faculty, staff and friends to join together in a special holiday gathering on Tuesday, December 15, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Porter College Dining Hall.
November 19, 2015
Campus civility in the midst of turmoil
Let us make the conscious choice to seek common ground, to forge understanding, and to cultivate compassion.
November 18, 2015
Youth Success Campaign: November 1-30
We are asking all UC Santa Cruz employees to use this season of giving to focus on Youth Success and support the following local organizations:
November 17, 2015
Slug Support seeks donations to benefit students in need
Slug Support, the new initiative program working under the Dean of Students Office, is seeking the help of faculty and staff at UCSC.
November 16, 2015
Reminder: Open Enrollment ends 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24
Open Enrollment ends in one week, on Tuesday November 24th at 5:00 p.m.
November 14, 2015
Community Crime Bulletin - Auto Thefts and Prowls in Parking Lots
The UC Santa Cruz Police Department is seeking the community's assistance in obtaining leads or other information that may lead to the identification of those responsible for auto thefts and auto prowls/burglaries that occurred in campus parking lots this past week.
November 10, 2015
Annual Giving Tree Program
The Student Volunteer Center (SVC) is pleased to announce its annual Giving Tree Program, which is designed to help collect gifts for children in the Santa Cruz Community.
November 05, 2015
A message about campus safety
The campus community serves as the eyes and ears for our police officers. It is imperative that we all do our part to share in the responsibility to maintain a safety community and care for one another.
November 05, 2015
Building Our Global Presence
I've just returned from an 11-day trip to China, where campus representatives and I met with U.S. Ambassador Max Baucus, as well as with academic leaders and students at Chinese colleges, universities, and high schools.
November 03, 2015
Community Crime Bulletin - Burglary at Interdisciplinary Sciences Building
The UC Santa Cruz Police Department is seeking the community's assistance in obtaining leads or other information that may lead to the identification of those responsible for a burglary that occurred at the Interdisciplinary Sciences Building.
October 30, 2015
Launch of additional 'smart' bike lockers
These lockers are available to all UCSC employees, students and visitors on a first-come, first-served basis, and provide on-demand, safe, secure, and covered bike parking.
October 29, 2015
Open Enrollment 2016
The annual Open Enrollment (OE) period begins today, Thursday, October 29, and ends at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 24.
October 23, 2015
UC sexual violence and sexual harassment policy and resources
The University of California, Santa Cruz is committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which all persons who live, work, and learn in our campus community can be free of sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and retaliation.
October 23, 2015
Invitation to Open Forums for AVC Staff Human Resources Candidates
Four finalists for the position of AVC SHR will be visiting the UCSC campus during the first two weeks of November 2015. As a member of our campus community, I invite you, or your designee, to participate in each of the candidate open forum sessions that are outlined below.
October 22, 2015
Carsharing opportunities
UCSC subscribes to Zimride, a campus-specific ride-matching service and the cost of the service is free to all UCSC students, staff, and faculty.
October 15, 2015
Winter Campus Curtailment 2015-2016
Our 2015-2016 Winter Campus Curtailment is scheduled for December 24, 2015 through January 3, 2016.
October 13, 2015
Important changes to improve cybersecurity
The University of California has been working to address systemwide challenges in cyber-security and develop a culture to effectively manage and respond to these on-going threats.
October 12, 2015
Seasonal flu vaccine clinics on campus for staff and faculty
Seasonal Flu vaccines will once again be offered to staff and faculty at the Student Health Center located across from the University Center and Colleges 9 & 10 on McLaughlin Drive.
October 12, 2015
Flu vaccine clinics on campus for students
Seasonal flu vaccines will once again be offered to students at the Student Health Center located across from the University Center and Colleges 9 & 10 on McLaughlin Drive.
October 08, 2015
Systemwide review of proposed revisions to Presidential Policy on Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence
The University invites comments on the proposed revisions to the Presidential Policy on Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence.
October 07, 2015
Campus Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor Alison Galloway stepping down
With more than 25 years of service to UC Santa Cruz, Campus Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor (CP/EVC) Alison Galloway has let me know that she will be stepping down from her post at the end of December 2016.
October 05, 2015
Service animals on campus
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines service animals as dogs individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability.
October 05, 2015
SAB Fall Chancellor's Forum - Thursday, October 8th, 2015
All UCSC staff members are invited to the Staff Advisory Board-sponsored Fall Forum with Chancellor George Blumenthal from noon to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, October 8 at Kresge College's Town Hall.
October 02, 2015
Deer Alert – Rutting Season
This time of year drivers and cyclists need to be extra vigilant about deer darting into roadways.
October 01, 2015
Required State and Federal Notices
The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report 2014 is now online.
October 01, 2015
Welcome to Fall Quarter
Welcome to Fall Quarter and to my new monthly newsletter. I plan to send it each month to share news, celebrate achievements, and give you a heads up on campus issues.
September 26, 2015
Community Crime Bulletin: Mail theft on campus
The UC Santa Cruz Police Department has received multiple reports of mail theft from residents in Family Student Housing (FSH) in the past couple weeks.
September 18, 2015
Staff Mentorship Program applications deadline extended
The application for the Staff Mentorship Program has been extended to Wednesday, September 30. The pilot program is a volunteer effort that will pair more experienced UC Santa Cruz staff with newer staff who are seeking professional development mentorship.
September 15, 2015
City replacing water main valve
The City of Santa Cruz Water Department is planning to replace a water main valve, a major project that will begin on Tuesday, September 22.
September 14, 2015
Important Notice - Annual campus Move In
This week we are preparing to welcome more than 8,500 residential students to our community. University Housing will open their doors for occupancy beginning Thursday, September 17, and student Move In will continue through Sunday, September 20.
September 14, 2015
Student Health Center Closure on September 15, 2015
the Student Health Center, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), and Student Health Outreach Promotion (SHOP) will be closed all day for patient/client care on September 15, 2015.
September 09, 2015
Dean of the Arts Division named president of University of the Arts
We write to share news with you that the University of the Arts has announced David Yager as its next president and CEO. David, who has served our campus as dean of the Division of Arts since 2009, will assume this new post in Philadelphia on January 15.
September 04, 2015
Application deadline approaching for Cowell College Provost position
As a reminder, the Division of Undergraduate Education is undertaking a search during 2015-16 for a part-time faculty administrator.
September 02, 2015
New programs to mentor, recognize staff
The UC Santa Cruz Staff Advisory Board is proud to announce two new programs to help staff members develop professionally and be recognized for their stellar work.
August 20, 2015
Community Crime Bulletin: Man arrested for terrorist threats against campus
UC Santa Cruz Police Officers arrested a 25-year-old Santa Cruz man in connection to an anonymous social media post that referenced creating explosives, homicide, suicide and a past university shooting.
August 13, 2015
Aug. 15 — PG&E testing natural gas pipeline
This is a reminder that PG&E, which provides natural gas to UC Santa Cruz, will be testing its main pipeline through Santa Cruz County beginning Aug. 15.
August 11, 2015
2015-16 Salary Increase Program Administrative Guidelines
Here are the 2015-16 Salary Increase Program administrative guidelines.
August 11, 2015
UC Job Board Upgrade
The UC Systemwide Job Board has been upgraded and now enhances the visibility of UC jobs at all locations.
August 10, 2015
Save the Date: 2015-2016 Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program
The Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) is excited to announce the course schedule for the 2015-16 ODEI Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program.
July 30, 2015
Sad news about the loss of a dear friend
Chancellor Blumenthal shares news of the death of Karen Sinsheimer, wife of Chancellor Emeritus Robert Sinsheimer.
July 29, 2015
2015-16 Salary Increase Program
At the direction of President Janet Napolitano, UC Santa Cruz is making plans to implement a systemwide salary increase program for non-represented staff for fiscal year 2015-16.
July 28, 2015
A loss that touches us all
With many in the community, we are grieving the tragic death of Madyson "Maddy" Middleton, the 8-year-old girl whose disappearance Sunday prompted a tremendous outpouring of concern.
July 28, 2015
Courtesy notice regarding annual systemwide payroll disclosure
As part of the university’s commitment to being transparent and publicly accountable for its conduct, including the way it compensates its faculty and staff, UC is conducting its annual disclosure of systemwide employee compensation for calendar year 2014. This disclosure parallels last year’s payroll disclosure and is consistent with similar practices at many other public institutions.
July 24, 2015
Management Skills Assessment Program (MSAP) – Call for Applications
Staff Human Resources is pleased to announce recruitment for the Fall 2015 Management Skills Assessment Program (MSAP).
July 22, 2015
Power outage early a.m. July 22
Last night there were two power outages (one from approximately 12 a.m. to 2 a.m. and a second from 3:15 a.m. to 4 a.m.) that impacted the whole campus except for Family Student Housing and Lower Campus.
July 22, 2015
Aug. 15 — PG&E testing natural gas pipeline
PG&E, which provides natural gas to UC Santa Cruz, will be testing its main pipeline through Santa Cruz County beginning Aug. 15. In order to do this testing, PG&E will be reducing the gas supply to its customers served by this pipeline.
July 20, 2015
Data security
Ensure that your computer and mobile devices are up to date with the latest software and operating system updates and patches.
July 09, 2015
Community Alert Bulletin
The UC Santa Cruz Police Department has received two reports today regarding a suspicious person reported to be carrying a large knife or machete in the wooded area located in the northern remote part of the campus between Chinquapin and Twin Gates.
June 22, 2015
California Whistleblower Protection Act- Annual Notice
The University established a systemwide independently operated whistleblower hotline to allow for calls or web-based reporting from faculty, staff and students with a provision for anonymous reporting.
June 15, 2015
Time to Renew Parking Permits and Metro Bus Passes
It is time for staff and faculty to renew or purchase parking permits and Metro bus passes for 2015-16.
June 12, 2015
Call for 2014-15 staff performance appraisals
Annual performance appraisals are an essential tool for effective management of employees. They are required for all university career staff employees.
June 09, 2015
Parking during year-end activities
As the campus prepares for the many commencement and year-end celebrations this weekend, I wanted to alert you to the impact this will have on traffic and parking.
June 08, 2015
Bike path closures planned for maintenance
The Great Meadow Bike Path will be closed for maintenance twice during the month of June.
June 03, 2015
TAPS Parking Fare Proposal
Thank you to everyone who took the time to provide feedback on the TAPS Parking Fare Proposal.
June 02, 2015
Community Crime Bulletin: UPDATE -- Kresge College Investigation
An arrest has been made in connection with the assault and hate crime investigation at Kresge College.
June 02, 2015
Community Crime Bulletin: Peeping in Bathroom, College 10
The UC Santa Cruz Police Department is seeking the community's assistance in obtaining suspect information connected to a peeping incident at 8:45 p.m. Saturday, May 30 in the fourth floor restroom of College 10, House 5.
June 01, 2015
In Memoriam: Robert Durling
Robert M. Durling, professor emeritus of Italian and English Literature at UC Santa Cruz, died May 21st.
May 29, 2015
In Memoriam: Joseph F. Bunnett
Professor Emeritus Joseph F. Bunnett, a long-time member of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at UC Santa Cruz, passed away on May 22.
May 29, 2015
Possible rally on Monday, June 1
Campus lecturers have announced plans for a "Support UCSC Lecturers" picnic from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a rally scheduled for noon to 2 p.m. This is an advisory to be prepared and to stay informed.
May 26, 2015
Campus Election Results
The results of the Spring 2015 Campus Elections are now available at elections.ucsc.edu
May 22, 2015
Welcome to Retirement Event June 18th / Staff Appreciation Picnic May 28th / Thumbs Up Deadline June 1st
Dates for retirement event, staff appreciation picnic and thumbs up deadline.
May 21, 2015
Campus visit by U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights
The OCR staff will visit UC Santa Cruz on May 26-28 to talk with students directly about their experiences on campus related to sexual violence/harassment prevention and response.
May 20, 2015
Community Crime Bulletin — Car Burglary in North Remote Parking Lot
The UC Santa Cruz Police Department is seeking the community's help in finding two suspects who burglarized a car shortly after 3 p.m. on May 20 in the north remote parking lot.
May 18, 2015
Proposal to increase parking fees
For those who haven't yet submitted comments about the current proposal to increase UCSC parking fees, I'd like to remind you that the deadline for submittal is next Tuesday, May 26th.
May 18, 2015
Undergraduate Education seeks part-time administrator: Cowell College Provost
The Division of Undergraduate Education is undertaking a search for a part-time faculty administrator
May 14, 2015
Today's budget news
Chancellor Blumenthal and Campus Provost/Executive Vice Chancellor Alison Galloway update the campus on the governor's budget proposal.
May 12, 2015
Campus utility power interruptions expected May 16-18
Utility-supplied electric power at UC Santa Cruz will be disrupted from 11 p.m. Saturday, May 16 to 7 a.m. Sunday, May 17 and from 11 p.m. Sunday, May 17 to 6 a.m. Monday, May 18.
May 12, 2015
VOTE NOW in 2015 Campus Elections
Student polls are now open for the Spring 2015 Campus Elections.
May 09, 2015
Community Crime Bulletin – Peeping in Bathroom, Merrill College
The UC Santa Cruz Police Department is seeking the community's assistance in obtaining suspect information about a peeping incident Saturday morning at Merrill College, A Dormitory.
May 08, 2015
Staff Appreciation Picnic May 28 and Thumbs Up awards
Please join the Chancellor and Staff Advisory Board for the annual staff appreciation picnic on the East Field, Thursday, May 28, from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
May 06, 2015
Community Advisory – Fires at Pogonip
In the past year, the university has been notified about numerous illegal fires on Upper Campus and city/state park lands adjacent to campus.
May 04, 2015
Formal Review & Employee Comment: Universitywide Police Policies & Administrative Procedures
The University of California is proposing revisions to the Universitywide Police Policies and Administrative Procedures, which are applicable to UC Peace Officers.
April 30, 2015
Bike to Work Week activities
UCSC's Transportation and Parking Services (TAPS) has joined with Ecology Action to host the 28th annual Santa Cruz County Spring Bike Week, May 4 - 8, 2015.
April 30, 2015
New mass notification system in the works
UC Santa Cruz will soon start using a new mass notification system to power CruzAlerts, the text messages, emails and phone calls that warn the campus community of potential dangers.
April 23, 2015
Service Recognition Award Nominations
The Student Volunteer Center is pleased to announce its annual Student Recognition Ceremony.
April 22, 2015
Stress management Relaxation Station for students
The Relaxation Station is a set of stress management skill-building resources for students to access with drop-in and self-serve convenience.
April 16, 2015
Changes in Humanities and Graduate Division leadership
Changes this spring in the leadership of the Humanities and Graduate Divisions.
April 14, 2015
Staff Advisory Board Call for Nominations
The nomination period for 2015-2016 Staff Advisory Board (SAB) members is now open.
April 14, 2015
Public Safety Alert for April 20
Members of the UC Santa Cruz community, others with valid reasons for visiting the campus, and campus neighbors are advised there is the potential for disruptions and hazards during the afternoon of Monday, April 20 because of an unsanctioned gathering known as "4-20".
April 13, 2015
Faculty and staff: Help make Alumni Weekend 2015 the most memorable yet
Faculty and staff: April 23-26 will see the return of hundreds of our alumni to their "home away from home" in the redwoods. With such a large gathering at this year's event, there are a number of ways you can support our efforts.
April 10, 2015
U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights investigation
The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights will review the campus's handling of sexual violence and sexual harassment complaints.
April 10, 2015
Proposed increases to parking fees and program fares
Consistent with the campus review and approval process, this message is to notify the campus community of a proposal to increase parking fees and to solicit feedback.
April 09, 2015
Revisions to UC CANRA policy and updates to UC Santa Cruz CANRA website and materials
In order to comply with California State Assembly Bill 1775 (AB 1775), which went into effect on January 1, 2015, the UC Office of the President revised the UC Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) Policy, effective March 17, 2015, to reflect the new legislation.
April 08, 2015
Possible physicians strike April 9-13
The Union of American Physicians and Dentists, which represents doctors and dentists at the student health centers across the University of California, has announced its intention to hold a strike from 7 a.m. April 9 through 7 a.m. April 13.
April 07, 2015
It's deer fawning season, keep your distance, let them be
Please be aware that spring is the prime birthing season for a wide variety of campus wildlife, including deer.
April 06, 2015
Final review of the UC policy on copyright and fair use
The campus has the opportunity to review and comment on the final draft of the proposed revised UC Policy on Copyright and Fair Use (currently called the 1986 Policy on the Reproduction of Copyrighted Materials for Teaching and Research).
April 06, 2015
Campus review: Proposed UC Santa Cruz non-research animal policy and procedures
As required by the standard campus policy review process and in preparation for the implementation of the Coastal Long Range Development Plan (CLRDP), Business and Administrative Services is proposing updated/new versions of the following policy/procedures.
April 06, 2015
In Memoriam: Megan Dill
It is with great sadness that we write to inform you that we have experienced a loss in our community.
April 03, 2015
In Memoriam: Jenna Rose Fiorello
We regret to tell you that Jenna Rose Fiorello, a first year at the University and a member of Kresge College, died Wednesday April 1st. Jenna Rose was studying environmental studies.
April 02, 2015
SAB Spring Chancellor Forum – Thursday, April 9, 2015
All UC Santa Cruz staff are invited to the Staff Advisory Board-sponsored Spring Staff Forum with Chancellor Blumenthal, Thursday, April 9, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Stevenson Event Center.
March 21, 2015
Community Crime Bulletin - Bicycle thefts
The UC Santa Cruz Police Department is seeking the public's help with its investigation into nearly two dozen reported bicycle thefts since February 24.
March 17, 2015
Formal Review & Employee Comment: PPSM 80 – Staff Personnel Records
The University of California is proposing revisions to PPSM 80 Staff Personnel Records, a policy which applies to staff employees in the Professional & Support Staff, Managers & Senior Professionals, and Senior Management Group members.
March 12, 2015
Last week's disruptions
Over the past week, many questions, comments, inquiries, and demands have come our way regarding last week’s disruptions.
March 10, 2015
Community Crime Bulletin - Lewd Conduct at Stevenson College
Several female students have reported to university officials that they have been sexually harassed and/or asked to engage in unwelcomed sexual activity by a male student.
March 07, 2015
Community Crime Bulletin — Robbery and False Imprisonment
The UC Santa Cruz Police Department is asking for assistance from witnesses and the community in identifying the suspect or suspects who may have been involved in a robbery and false imprisonment of a student at 10:50 a.m. on Thursday, March 5, 2015.
March 06, 2015
Systemwide Review of Proposed Revisions to Presidential Policy on Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence
The University invites comments on the proposed revisions to the Presidential Policy on Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence. This policy applies to all members of the UC community.
March 04, 2015
Planned Protest Action March 5th
There is a possibility that access to the main campus may be impeded on Thursday, March 5th due to student protests. We offer the following guidance to help campus employees plan in advance.
March 04, 2015
Possible Protest Action on Thursday
UC Santa Cruz is anticipating potential protest activities and a student walkout tomorrow as part of the "96 Hours of Action." This is an advisory to be prepared and to stay informed.
March 03, 2015
Demonstrations and respect for the rights of others
We are upset by reports today that UC Santa Cruz students were apparently involved in demonstrations that obstructed traffic on local highways and streets for several hours, impacting countless members of our community.
March 02, 2015
Native habitat restoration begins with herbicide application
The UC Santa Cruz Natural Reserves and UC Santa Cruz Grounds Services will conduct herbicide applications at Younger Lagoon Reserve beginning Monday, March 9, 2015 (weather permitting). This herbicide application is intended to reduce non-native invasive plant cover in advance of native habitat restoration plantings.
February 24, 2015
Possible protest actions March 2 - 5
UC Santa Cruz is anticipating potential protest activities from Monday, March 2 to Thursday, March 5.
February 19, 2015
Power outage scheduled for Saturday, February 21
Utility-supplied electric power at UC Santa Cruz will be disrupted from 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, February 21
February 19, 2015
Working to improve campus climate
One of the important things we learned about our campus from the recent systemwide campus climate survey is that UC Santa Cruz has work to do to create a fully welcoming and supportive experience for all students.
February 18, 2015
Welcome visitors to campus this spring
We expect over 6,000 visitors in the next couple of months for Spring Spotlight.
February 18, 2015
Evaluating office space in Scotts Valley
The campus has been considering the Enterprise Technology Centre (the old Borland building) in Scotts Valley as a potential location to bring together the off-campus staff members within Business and Administrative Services, Information Technology Services and University Relations.
February 12, 2015
Community Crime Bulletin -- battery causing great bodily injury, hate crime, mayhem, obstructing officers and drunk in public
At 12:38 a.m. on February 7, UC Santa Cruz Police arrested a male student and a male unaffiliated with campus on suspicion of battery, obstructing an officer, and drunk in public after officers responded to 911 calls of a reported fight at Kresge College.
February 12, 2015
Hate crime investigation
Campus Provost/Executive Vice Chancellor Alison Galloway writes to the campus community about an incident on campus that is being investigated as a hate crime.
February 11, 2015
Update: Auto burglary suspect arrested
On January 27, 2015 at 6:40 a.m., UC Santa Cruz Police Department officers arrested Patrick Sizemore and Emily Barnett on a suspicion of auto burglary.
February 09, 2015
2015 Chancellor's Achievement Awards for Diversity - Call for nominations
You are invited to submit nominations for the 2015 Annual Chancellor's Achievement Awards for Diversity (CAAFD).
February 06, 2015
Staff Advisor to the UC Board of Regents
The University is pleased to announce the application period for selection of the 2015-2017 Staff Advisor to the UC Board of Regents.
February 05, 2015
Our vision, our goals, our future
I am pleased to announce the finalized Strategic Plan is now available at envision.ucsc.edu.
February 05, 2015
Campus mailing addresses created for individual buildings
In an effort to improve emergency response times on campus, individual building addresses have been created over the past two years.
January 30, 2015
Blue Shield of California and Sutter Health Provider Negotiations
The University is pleased to announce that as of late last night, Blue Shield and Sutter Health have settled on a two-year contract.
January 30, 2015
Armed robbery at 7-Eleven on Cardiff Place
Police officers with the City of Santa Cruz and UC Santa Cruz responded at 3 a.m. January 30 to an armed robbery at the 7-Eleven on Cardiff Place.
January 30, 2015
Community crime bulletin — Arson near Red Hill Road
A UC Santa Cruz employee called dispatchers with the UC Santa Cruz Police Department at 4 a.m. on January 30 to report a fire in the ravine east of Red Hill Road and west of McLaughlin Drive, near Science Hill.
January 29, 2015
Community crime bulletin: Arrests made in recent auto burglaries, person of interest identified
UC Santa Cruz police officers arrested two people in connection with recent car burglaries on campus.
January 19, 2015
2015 UC Santa Cruz Hellman Fellows Program open for proposals from assistant professors
I am pleased to announce the annual call for applications for the UC Santa Cruz Hellman Fellows Program.
January 13, 2015
Person of interest sought in multiple auto burglaries on campus
On January 8, 2015, a Community Crime Bulletin alerted the campus community about multiple auto burglaries reported over the past few weeks. Since then, two more auto burglaries have been reported.
January 08, 2015
Community crime bulletin: Multiple auto burglaries
The UC Santa Cruz Police Department is seeking the public's help with its investigation into several reported auto burglaries that have occurred since December 26. The burglaries appear to have occurred in the evening or early morning hours. Items taken include money, clothing, laptops, tablets, GPS, and other personal items.
January 07, 2015
Blue Shield of California and Sutter Health Provider Negotiations- Contract Termination and Transition Period
Blue Shield of California and Sutter Health were unable to agree on a contract for 2015, which affects many UCSC employees using the Palo Alto Medical Foundation.
January 07, 2015
Red Cross Staff & Faculty Blood Drive this month
The Staff Advisory Board is sponsoring a Red Cross Blood Drive for Staff and Faculty on Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at the Stevenson Event Center from 10am to 3pm.
January 06, 2015
New expanded campus address system will aid emergency responses
In an effort to improve emergency response times on campus, individual building addresses have been created over the past two years. This addressing system was developed in conjunction with both the UC Santa Cruz Police Department and what is now the Santa Cruz City Fire Department.
January 05, 2015
Formal Review: Whistleblower Protection Policy
The University of California is proposing extensive revisions to the Whistleblower Protection Policy, which applies to all University employees and all applicants for University employment.