2023  Administrative Message

Announcing our new Vice Chancellor for Research

John MacMillan, who has served as interim Vice Chancellor for Research since July 2021, has accepted our offer to serve in the position on a permanent basis.

Campus update: Quarter winding down, commencement plans in place, enroll in Summer Session now

The next few weeks are among the busiest of the academic year. Instruction ends June 9, followed by finals, commencement, and then it’s on to summer!

New director of Labor & Employee Relations

We are pleased to announce that Andrew Slobodien will be joining Staff Human Resources (SHR) as our next Director of Employee and Labor Relations.

May 25—SAB’s Spring Chancellor Forum

The Staff Advisory Board continues to support staff by amplifying your voices to campus leadership. Our upcoming spring forum will be with Chancellor Cindy Larive.

Vote Now in 2023 Campus Elections

Students are invited to cast their votes on important campus initiatives such SUA constitutional amendments, student fee measures, opinion polls, and officer elections for undergraduate and graduate student government.

Campus researchers make history with release of first human pangenome

We are extremely proud to share the news that UC Santa Cruz scientists played a critical role in an enormous scientific achievement that boosts our understanding of human biology and genomic diversity, and will ultimately help diagnose disease and guide treatments for people worldwide.

Strategic Plan Update: Feedback requested by June 30

We are pleased to announce a critical milestone in our campus community’s work on Leading the Change: the UC Santa Cruz Strategic Plan.

Statement from Chancellor Larive on antisemitic and anti-LGBTQIA+ incidents

These acts are abhorrent and antithetical to our values and commitment to access to higher education.

Full support of staff participating in staff organizations

Every member of the UC Santa Cruz community has a role in fostering and sustaining a safe, caring and welcoming campus environment.

Announcing appointment of UCSC Chief of Police

Kevin Domby has been appointed to the position of Executive Director of Public Safety and UC Santa Cruz Chief of Police. Monday was Chief Domby’s first day.

Rejecting hate on our campus

We unequivocally condemn these – and all – antisemitic and anti-LGBTQIA+ actions.

Announcing the SAB Election Results

The Staff Advisory Board is excited to admit seven campus staff to the Staff Advisory Board.

Anticipated salary increase policy-covered staff, academic appointees

We are pleased to share the news from the UC Office of the President that for the second year in a row, all eligible policy-covered staff employees, senate faculty and policy-covered academic appointees will receive a salary increase, pending approval of the state budget.

New annual testing program to verify our water quality

In an effort to promote openness related to our drinking water and provide assurance that it continues to meet or exceed state and federal quality standards, I am pleased to share that we will begin a new annual testing program.

Director of Athletics and Recreation Susan Harriman stepping down

Director of Athletics and Recreation Susan Harriman will be stepping down effective May 5th, 2023.

No lead detected in water samples

We're happy to report that this sensitive and accurate testing of our water samples did not detect any lead. The tests conducted were extremely rigorous.

Ensuring our water quality

We take seriously the health and safety of students, faculty, and staff, and want to do all we can to ensure our water quality continues to meet or exceed all regulatory requirements. We will provide updates as we learn more.

Campus Update: Celebrating Earth Day, thanks for Spring Give supporters, astrophysicist on ‘60 Minutes’

Our campus has long championed environmental justice and sustainability, and continues to teach and train some of the nation's top environmental professionals and practitioners.

Final Report of the Implementation Task Force for Inclusive Excellence in Graduate Education (the ITF)

It is my pleasure to transmit the final report of the Implementation Task Force for Inclusive Excellence in Graduate Education (the ITF).

Fireworks not allowed on campus, pose significant fire risk

On Saturday evening, an unknown person set off a firework in a grassy area near the West Remote Parking Lot.

Staff Appreciation Picnic Save the Date and Tabling Information

Please save the date for our annual Staff Appreciation Picnic.

Community health guidance for returning from spring break

This message from Student Health Services shares guidance to help our campus community mitigate the spread of COVID-19.

Community health guidance for returning from spring break

As you prepare to return to campus and begin spring quarter, we write to share community health guidance as related to COVID-19.

New partner for Employee Assistance Program

Starting Saturday, April 1, ComPsych will be our new partner for delivering services and support for our Employee Assistance Program.

Honoring the contributions of Gordon Moore

Science has lost one of its greatest champions with the death of Gordon Moore, a visionary engineer whose pioneering work on semiconductors set the stage for a technological revolution that changed the world in countless ways and enabled research breakthroughs in fields far and wide. 

Thankful for our community

We are so proud to be part of our outstanding Banana Slug community.

Notice of Open Comment – UC Clery Act Policy

The University of California Office of the President invites comments on the interim Clery Act Policy – Campus Safety and Security Reporting.

Announcing appointment of Dean of Physical & Biological Sciences

We are excited to announce the appointment of Bryan Gaensler as UC Santa Cruz’s next Dean of Physical & Biological Sciences. His first day at UCSC is set for August 15.

Supporting our neighbors in need

The university has reached out to students from the Pajaro area offering support and campus resources.

UC Santa Cruz moving forward on project to increase student housing, expand childcare services

Student Housing West will provide housing for more than 3,000 students following project, finance approvals by the UC Board of Regents

Regent action advances Student Housing West

UC Santa Cruz, following finance and project approvals earlier today by the UC Board of Regents, is now able to move ahead with construction of our long-planned 3,000-bed Student Housing West project.

Announcing our new Chief Campus Counsel

Eréndira Rubin will serve as the Chief Campus Counsel, beginning March 16. With more than 10 years of experience in higher education, Eréndira will lead the Office of Campus Counsel and continue to provide clear and thoughtful legal advice.

SAB Winter Forum - Virtual Only

The Staff Advisory Board invites you to join us on Wednesday, March 15, 12 - 1 pm, for the second 2023 winter forum to introduce staff members to three of our campus vice chancellors.

Incoming Storm Thursday and Friday

The National Weather Service is forecasting heavy rains and strong winds in Santa Cruz beginning Thursday and continuing into Saturday.

Notice from Office of Admissions: Admitted Student Tours Beginning April 3

Michelle Whittingham, associate vice chancellor for enrollment management and interim director of undergraduate admissions shares important dates for and upcoming information about upcoming programs and services for newly admitted students.

Severe weather | Stay informed about campus impacts

The National Weather Service has issued a High-Wind Warning for Santa Cruz County and much of the San Francisco Bay Area through 1 p.m. Wednesday.

Slug Safe | Preparing for possible impacts from severe weather

The National Weather Service is forecasting heavy rains and strong winds in Santa Cruz beginning this evening and continuing into Friday.

Notice of open comment, UC policy on purchases of goods and services; supply chain management

The University of California Office of the President invites comments on a proposed Presidential Policy Purchases of Goods and Services; Supply Chain Management, BUS-43.

Slug Safe: Power outages, high-wind advisory through 1 p.m. Wednesday

Power is out at the residential campus, the Westside Research Park, and the Coastal Science Campus. PG&E has not yet offered an estimated restoration time.

Power restored to residential campus; classes to meet Wednesday

Power has been restored to the residential campus, and classes can meet Wednesday as anticipated.

Supporting the people of Syria and Turkey

On behalf of the university, Vice Chancellor Anju Reejhsinghani and Vice Provost Richard Hughey extend their deepest sympathies to all those impacted directly or indirectly by this terrible disaster.

Information about reporting abusive conduct in the workplace

The University of California issued a new Presidential Policy that defines and prohibits Abusive Conduct in the Workplace, effective Jan 1, 2023. This policy applies to all University of California employees, including student employees.

Timely Warning Crime Bulletin: Sexual assault

This Timely Warning crime bulletin is being issued in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act.

The wonder of our natural reserves, update on strategic planning, new space for IAS

February updates from the chancellor.

Welcoming our new Vice Chancellor for Finance, Operations and Administration

Ed Reiskin has spent more than 20 years as a public sector administrator, most recently as the city of Oakland’s top administrative officer.

COVID-19 community health guidance and reminders

We write today to ask for your help in promoting community wellness by following these important reminders.

UC Office of the President invites comments on the proposed Presidential Policy on Anti-Discrimination

The proposed policy covers discrimination, harassment, and retaliation by and against members of the University community on University property or in connection with University-sponsored activities.

Candidate 1: Executive director of public safety and police chief

The finalists for the position of Executive Director of the Department of Public Safety /UC Santa Cruz Police Chief will be on campus beginning Feb. 6 and ending Feb. 14.

Accrued Vacation Payout Program for those impacted by the California winter 2022-23 storms

Support for our community members who have been impacted by the California winter 2022-23 storms.

Support and resources following video released by Memphis Police of beating

UC COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Requirements

We are reaching out to inform you about the university’s updated Policy on Vaccination Programs, which reflects the following information regarding vaccination and booster requirements.

Search for Vice Chancellor for Research underway

We are pleased to announce the kickoff of a national recruitment for Vice Chancellor for Research (VCR).

Resources and support in the face of recent gun violence

We are devastated by the tragic and senseless mass shootings on Saturday in Monterey Park and on Monday in Half Moon Bay

Accrued Vacation Payout Program for employees impacted by the 2022-23 winter storms

We are activating the UC Santa Cruz Employee Emergency Accrued Vacation Payout Program.

2023 Campus Elections

The Dean of Students Office is pleased to announce the 2023 campus elections process.

Rebecca Ropers will serve as a 2023 American Council on Education Fellow

Rebecca Ropers will serve as a 2023 ACE Fellow in the Office of Campus Provost & Executive Vice Chancellor. She is the vice provost for Faculty and Academic Affairs and a professor in the Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities.

Announcing Teenie Matlock as special adviser to the chancellor for Indigenous matters

Teenie Matlock, most recently Vice Provost for Academic Personnel at UC Merced, has officially joined UC Santa Cruz as Special Adviser to the Chancellor on Indigenous Relations.

Support for our community during severe storms

Our thoughts are with all who are facing the challenges this severe weather has wrought.

In-person instruction to resume Wednesday

With improving weather conditions, in-person instruction will start on Wednesday, with UC Santa Cruz lifting the requirement for uniform emergency remote instruction.

Tuesday classes to use remote instruction, stay informed on storm impacts

All classes on Tuesday, January 10, will be delivered using online or emergency remote instruction, and we continue to encourage our campus community to limit nonessential travel.

Monday classes to use remote instruction, stay informed on storm impacts

All classes on Monday, January 9, will be delivered using online or emergency remote instruction, and we encourage our campus community to limit nonessential travel.

Guidance for the beginning of winter quarter

Below you will find important information and resources on the start of instruction, including information about possible health and weather impacts.

LastPass security breach, how to protect yourself

LastPass notified its customers of a cybersecurity incident that may put passwords stored in LastPass at risk.

Expansion of Pay for Family Care and Bonding (PFCB) Program for eligible employees

UC’s Pay for Family Care and Bonding (PFCB) program, introduced on July 1, 2021, as part of UC’s commitment to family-friendly policies, programs and benefits, is expanding.

Winter Storm Warning

The National Weather Service is forecasting a significant winter storm for the Santa Cruz area beginning early Wednesday and continuing through Thursday afternoon.