Campus Communications
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Alison Sanders to serve as associate chancellor and chief of staff
Sanders has worked in higher education for more than 25 years and currently serves as assistant vice chancellor for academic affairs and chief of staff in the UC San Diego Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor.
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Proposed increases to parking permits and program rates
New UC Santa Cruz parking rates, are effective 7/1/2026. Limited-day, monthly, and weekly permits will be prorated accordingly based on annual or academic year permit rates.
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New and reappointed leaders in Academic Affairs support faculty excellence
Academic Affairs has appointed an associate vice provost to promote public scholarship and support early career faculty mentoring, and reappointed leaders to continue advancing their work in supporting faculty excellence.
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Traffic advisory: Coolidge Drive lane closure June 29–July 1
A section of Coolidge Drive between High Street and Hagar Drive will be closed to northbound traffic from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Important information about the California Whistleblower Protection Act
Our collective goal is to ensure that the University of California remains a highly ethical institution, adhering to our internal policies as well as external regulations and laws.
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Security Alert: Active email phishing attack underway
Please remain vigilant and report any suspicious emails immediately.
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Notice of Open Comment: UC Policy on Purchases of Goods and Services
The University of California Office of the President invites comments on a proposed Presidential Policy on Purchases of Goods and Services; Supply Chain Management, BFB BUS-43.
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Section of Hagar Drive to be closed for maintenance from June 22–26
UC Santa Cruz will close a portion of Hagar Drive for road repairs from Monday, June 22, to Friday, June 26.
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Campus shares update on third quarter financials, state budget
UC Santa Cruz continues to release quarterly financial summaries to provide regular updates on revenues and spending in core funds.
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Encouraging remote work during commencement and last call for volunteers
Wherever it is operationally feasible, we encourage working from home. Some employees are needed on campus and are not able to perform their work remotely. Check with your manager or supervisor to discuss your options.
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California Primary Election June 2 – Make a plan, avoid the wait, and vote early!
For the California elections on June 2, we highly encourage you to register to vote and vote early at the campus’s Voting Center open at Merrill Cultural Center starting Saturday, May 30, and through Election Day on Tuesday, June 2.
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Mandatory training reminder
All UC Santa Cruz faculty and staff are required to complete mandatory trainings. Completion supports our shared values, Principles of Community, and responsibility to uphold UC policy, state law, and federal regulations.