About 150 former foster youth enter UC each fall; support programs throughout the system offer stability, encouragement and guidance
Read more about how UC is helping.
The staff of UCLA's employee publication, "UCLA Today," has honored faculty and staff for their philanthropic spirit for the past 13 years. The most recent Bruin Angels, nominated by their peers, have benefited homeless women and girls, a local emergency preparedness plan and countless charities throughout Los Angeles.
Read about:
Patricija Petrac: She parties for a good cause
Cindy Cordova: A friend and tutor to a homeless girl
Pat Duncan: Nurse practitioner hits the right frequency
Julie Sina: Helping women find their place in the world
Systemwide News
UC responds to Haiti quake crisis
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Haitian student John Compere speaks at a vigil at UC San Diego.
The UC community is answering the call for Haitian disaster relief with student-led fundraising events and volunteer efforts to send medical and other assistance to the earthquake-devastated country.
Read how the UC community is responding.
UC to cut fewer freshmen from fall 2010 enrollment
UC is preparing to roll back its enrollment reduction target for fall 2010 in recognition of promised increases in state funding.
Read more about the budget report to the Regents.
Employee input wanted on future retirement benefits; UCRP contributions resume in April
In early February, the Post-Employment Benefits Task Force will begin surveying employees about UC's retirement benefits. Also, contributions to UCRP are scheduled to resume in mid-April.
Read more about the survey and the restart of contributions.
UCTV celebrates 10th Anniversary
This month marks ten years since UCTV, the University of California's non-commercial satellite channel, went live to a national audience on DISH Network. UCTV has grown exponentially and is now available to more than 22 million homes nationwide on satellite and cable, and worldwide via live stream, video archives and podcasting.
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Chances are there's something you've always wondered about, meant to look up or wished someone would explain. Now is your chance to satisfy that curiosity. and we'll find the UC brainiac who can answer it. Science, health, culture, language - whatever your question, don't be shy. Just Ask it!
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Lactating female marmots recently out of hibernation apparently chew on car parts - brake lines, hoses etc. - for the salt, according to rangers in Sequoia National Park. Why? When do they come out of hibernation?
Check your pay stub!
Be sure that your January pay stub or direct deposit statement reflects the benefits choices you made during Open Enrollment. Notify your benefits or payroll office promptly of any errors.
UC proposes use of sick leave for baby bonding
UC employees would be able to use up to 30 days of sick leave to bond with a new baby under a newly proposed policy.
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