When you think about what makes UC Davis and UC Davis Health truly special, it’s not just the groundbreaking research or world-class care. It's the people—the ones who show up, dig deep, and quietly move mountains every single day.
On April 22, ten of these incredible staff members were honored at the 2025 Chancellor's Outstanding Staff Awards ceremony—a warm, spirited evening hosted at Chancellor Gary May’s residence.
Rounding with the BEST team, at the hospital, for Workplace Violence Awareness Month, became a powerful reminder of the unseen strength and compassion that healthcare workers carry every day. From overwhelmed patients to a calm, commanding leader navigating crisis in real time, each moment revealed the emotional complexity behind hospital walls. This experience offered a humbling walk-in others’ shoes—some worn thin, but all filled with courage, purpose, and deep humanity.
July 1st is a popular retirement date for many. If you are planning to retire soon or want to start planning for your retirement, here are some helpful resources:
Join a Preparing for Retirement Help Desk or General Benefits Office Hours via Zoom to ask your benefits and retirement questions in real-time.
April marks Workplace Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to recognizing, preventing, and responding to workplace violence to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all employees. At UC Davis, we are committed to fostering a culture of safety and resilience. Throughout the month, we will be offering several opportunities for staff to engage in training, education, and discussions on workplace violence prevention.
National Women's History Month highlights the achievements and contributions of women throughout history, emphasizing the importance of recognizing their impact on society. As we celebrate this month, it’s equally important for campus and health employees to prioritize safety by staying aware of their surroundings, using available safety resources, and following proper protocols. By fostering a culture of support and vigilance, we can ensure a safer and more inclusive environment for everyone.
This month, UC Systemwide Human Resources will collaborate with Deloitte Consulting LLP to conduct a comprehensive employee benefits survey for faculty and staff. Emails to participate will launch the week of March 17, 2025.
Wellness to me is looking at what our goals are in life and tinkering along the path so that we may achieve these goals in good comprehensive health: body and mind and community. Wellness is personal, but social, and can be utilized or affected at home or work or events.
Under new guidelines, retirees who return to UC employment within 26 weeks (6 months) of retirement and meet specific eligibility criteria will be offered the "Mid-level" faculty/staff benefits package instead of retiree medical benefits. UC retiree medical benefits will be suspended for any rehired retiree who is offered faculty/staff benefits, regardless of whether they enroll.
