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UCI Forward is our commitment to the well-being of our community as we ramp up campus operations. Working together, each of us doing our part, we can move UCI Forward.

Campus Messages

Recent Messages

 

Flu vaccination requirement for UC students, faculty and staff issued for 2021-2022

October 19, 2021

The University of California issues a systemwide executive order requiring students and staff to get vaccinated against influenza by Nov. 19, 2021,

 

Campus Updates - Operations

October 5, 2021

Student Affairs shares update on limited operations this fall quarter, shortage in workforce due to COVID-19.

 

New guidance on COVID-19 vaccine boosters and third doses

October 4, 2021

Vaccine booster recommended for certain high-risk populations.

 

Randomized Asymptomatic Testing of Employees Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19 Begins Oct. 4

September 28, 2021

Beginning October 1st, a random sample of employees will be identified, and notifications will be sent to the selected employee and their supervisor.

 

Monthly Asymptomatic Testing for Undergraduate Residents

September 28, 2021

Testing information and schedule for undergraduate residents.

 

Anteater Welcome Reminders

September 22, 2021

Health and safety reminders for Anteaters.

2021

September

  1. ZotPass! COVID-19 Student Compliance Program September 16, 2021
  2. Chancellor's Fall Welcome September 15, 2021
  3. Show Your ZotPass! Compliance with UC COVID-19 Vaccination Program Requirements September 14, 2021
  4. Housing Updates for September 10 September 10, 2021
  5. Grad Housing Updates for September 10 September 10, 2021
  6. Register to attend New Student Convocation - Sept. 20 September 10, 2021
  7. Housing Updates for September 3 September 3, 2021
  8. Grad Housing Updates for September 3 September 3, 2021
  9. Campus Dialogues: 2021 Fall Return to Campus Series September 3, 2021

August

  1. Return to Campus Webinar: Campus Facilities August 30, 2021
  2. Additional Family Support Resources Available from Bright Horizons August 30, 2021
  3. Housing Updates for Graduate and Family Housing Residents - August 27 August 27, 2021
  4. Housing Updates for August 27 August 27, 2021
  5. Important update for Unvaccinated Students August 27, 2021
  6. Sept 6 COVID-19 Vaccine Policy Compliance Deadline August 24, 2021
  7. Pre-move in info August 20, 2021
  8. COVID-19 Vaccine Policy Compliance Incentives: Priority Enrollment and Prizes August 18, 2021
  9. Win priority registration for the rest of the academic year; submit your COVID-19 documentation! August 17, 2021

July

  1. Universal Masking/Face Coverings at UCI July 30, 2021
  2. UC COVID-19 Vaccine Policy, FAQs for Students July 28, 2021
  3. Asymptomatic testing site hours & relocation July 27, 2021
  4. Chance to Win VIP Access to LA Rams Training Camp July 23, 2021
  5. UC COVID-19 Vaccine Policy Finalized, FAQs July 16, 2021
  6. Testing site closure on Saturdays, vaccine reminder & testing exemption July 14, 2021

June

  1. Now Available – Updated COVID-19 Protection Measures and Controls June 30, 2021
  2. COVID-19 testing closures June 24, 2021
  3. Housing Updates for June 24th June 24, 2021
  4. Phase 4 Research Transitioning Starts on June 22, 2021 June 21, 2021
  5. Housing Updates for June 18th June 18, 2021
  6. Cal/OSHA revises its workplace regulations June 18, 2021
  7. COVID-19 Vaccination Program for Incoming Students June 16, 2021
  8. COVID-19 Updated Campus Guidance June 14, 2021
  9. Vaccination Verification System Now Available June 7, 2021
  10. Housing Updates for June 4th June 4, 2021
  11. Plaza Verde & Prietto Testing Site Closure, Vaccine Reminder & Testing Exemption June 3, 2021

May

  1. Housing Updates for May 21st May 21, 2021
  2. Housing Updates for May 14th May 14, 2021
  3. Testing Updates May 13, 2021
  4. Housing Updates for May 7th May 7, 2021
  5. Housing Updates for May 7th May 7, 2021

April

  1. Housing Updates for April 30th April 30, 2021
  2. Upload your vaccination record + important reminders! April 29, 2021
  3. American College Health Association Recommends COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for All On-Campus College Students in Fall 2021 April 29, 2021
  4. Graduate Stage Moment and guests! April 26, 2021
  5. Housing Updates for April 23 April 23, 2021
  6. University of California announces proposed COVID-19 vaccination policy April 22, 2021
  7. Vaccine reminder, testing exemption and test site closure April 21, 2021
  8. Phased Transition Back to Campus April 20, 2021
  9. A brilliant new day April 19, 2021
  10. Housing Updates for April 16th April 16, 2021
  11. Reminder: vaccine eligibility for 16+, 18+ and upload your vaccine record April 14, 2021
  12. Housing Updates for April 9 April 9, 2021
  13. Introducing Grad Gatherings April 9, 2021
  14. All UCI Employees Invited to Receive COVID-19 Vaccination April 5, 2021
  15. Phase 3 Research Reference Guide April 2, 2021
  16. Housing Updates for April 2 April 2, 2021
  17. Vaccine update for students April 1, 2021
  18. Updates to Teach Anywhere website April 1, 2021

March

  1. UC Irvine Athletics response to spectators at events for 2021 Spring sports March 31, 2021
  2. Phase 3 Research Transitioning Starts on April 5, 2021 March 30, 2021
  3. Spring Quarter: Additional Campus Services March 25, 2021
  4. Housing Updates for March 25th March 25, 2021
  5. Housing Updates for March 19th March 19, 2021
  6. Public Health Tiers and Spring Quarter March 16, 2021
  7. Temporary Changes to Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) March 16, 2021
  8. UCI Commencement & Receptions - June 12, 2021 March 16, 2021
  9. Housing Updates for March 12th March 12, 2021
  10. Vaccine Resources Update March 9, 2021
  11. Housing Updates for March 5th March 5, 2021
  12. Message from Vice Chancellor Banks – Spring Quarter is Around the Corner March 4, 2021

February

  1. Housing Updates for February 26th February 26, 2021
  2. Vaccination Update February 19, 2021
  3. Housing Updates for February 19th February 19, 2021
  4. Housing Updates for February 12th February 12, 2021
  5. Summer Quarter Instruction February 8, 2021
  6. Remote Work Extended to June 30 February 8, 2021
  7. Undergraduate Housing Updates for February 5th February 5, 2021
  8. Graduate and Family Housing Updates for February 5th February 5, 2021

January

  1. Important Undergraduate Housing Updates for January 29th January 29, 2021
  2. Important Graduate and Family Housing Updates for January 29th January 29, 2021
  3. COVID-19 Policies and Testing Updates & Reminders January 27, 2021
  4. Important Housing Updates for January 22nd January 22, 2021
  5. Vaccination Update January 19, 2021
  6. Bren Events Center Testing - Closure January 20 January 19, 2021
  7. Important Undergraduate Housing Updates for January 15th January 15, 2021
  8. Important Graduate and Family Housing Updates for January 15th January 15, 2021
  9. UC plans for fall 2021 in-person instruction across its 10 campuses January 11, 2021
  10. Spring Quarter Instruction January 11, 2021
  11. UC plans for fall 2021 in-person instruction across its 10 campuses January 11, 2021
  12. Important Housing Updates for January 8th January 8, 2021
  13. Campus COVID-19 Vaccine Update January 8, 2021
  14. Reminder: Winter 2021 COVID-19 Testing for Students January 4, 2021
  15. Travel outside California requires quarantine upon return January 4, 2021
  16. Update for Residents Returning to Campus January 2, 2021

2020

December

  1. Looking Ahead to Winter 2021: COVID-19 Testing December 30, 2020
  2. Important Housing Updates for December 18th December 18, 2020
  3. Winter 2021 COVID-19 testing for students December 17, 2020
  4. Arrival of COVID-19 Vaccine December 16, 2020
  5. Important Housing Updates for December 11th December 11, 2020
  6. COVID-19 Winter Break Information December 8, 2020
  7. COVID-19 Testing Open for Off-Campus Students - Monday, Dec. 7 December 4, 2020
  8. Important Housing Updates for December 4th December 4, 2020
  9. ZotPass – Compliance at Brandywine & The Anteatery December 3, 2020

November

  1. Testing and Sequestration Reminder for on-campus residents who travel during holidays; Update your travel plans November 30, 2020
  2. Announcing COVID Asymptomatic Testing for Select On-Site Employees November 30, 2020
  3. Sequestration Requirement for Undergraduate Residents November 25, 2020
  4. Sequestration Process for Graduate Residents Returning from Thanksgiving & Winter Break November 25, 2020
  5. Update and Clarification of Sequestration Requirement November 24, 2020
  6. UC’s Commitment to Preserving Jobs November 23, 2020
  7. COVID-19 Testing Open for Off-Campus Students on Monday, Dec. 7 November 23, 2020
  8. Important Housing Information for Thanksgiving and Winter Break November 20, 2020
  9. Return to Purple Tier November 17, 2020
  10. Important Housing Updates for November 17th November 17, 2020
  11. Resources for Students and Housing Interest for Winter November 16, 2020
  12. Notification of Extension of Two Programs – COVID-19 Paid Leave and Max Vacation Accrual November 16, 2020
  13. Important Housing Updates for November 13th November 13, 2020
  14. T minus 14 Days to T-Day November 12, 2020
  15. Important Housing Updates for November 6th November 6, 2020
  16. Winter Administrative Recess 2020-21 November 4, 2020
  17. Approved Activity Chart November 4, 2020
  18. Update on November 3 ZotPass responses November 3, 2020

October

  1. Halloween Festivities and Important Weekend Reminders October 30, 2020
  2. Show Your ZotPass! Compliance with COVID-19 Requirements October 30, 2020
  3. Consultation continues on possible systemwide curtailment program October 28, 2020
  4. Testing Sites Re-open, Oct. 28 October 27, 2020
  5. Campus Units Remain Closed & COVID-19 Testing Cancelled Today October 27, 2020
  6. Fire Update: Campus Closures & COVID-19 Testing Cancelled October 26, 2020
  7. Dining Remains Open October 26, 2020
  8. Important Housing Updates for October 23rd October 23, 2020
  9. Undergraduate COVID-19 Testing Resumes | Schedule Your Weekly Appts | Saturday Appts October 19, 2020
  10. Important Housing Updates for October 16th October 16, 2020
  11. Changes to COVID-19 Testing Dates | Schedule Your Weekly Appts | Saturday Appts October 14, 2020
  12. President Drake Begins Consultation Process on Possible Expanded Curtailment Program October 14, 2020
  13. Winter Quarter Instruction October 12, 2020
  14. Oct. 14 – UCI Town Hall October 12, 2020
  15. Reminder! COVID-19 Testing Begins Today for Graduate On-Campus Residents October 12, 2020
  16. Important Housing Updates for October 9th October 9, 2020
  17. Grad Students: Reminder – Schedule Your Appointment | DCE Test Collection Location October 6, 2020
  18. End of Sequestration October 6, 2020
  19. Reminder: Testing Begins Today for Undergraduate On-Campus Residents October 5, 2020
  20. Housing: No Guest Policy Revision October 5, 2020
  21. Important Housing Update October 2nd October 2, 2020
  22. On-Campus Residents: COVID-19 Testing Locations October 1, 2020

September

  1. Take the call: UCI contact tracing program launches September 30, 2020
  2. COVID-19 Testing for On-Campus Residents September 28, 2020
  3. Sequestration Process for Residents Moving Into Student Housing September 22, 2020
  4. Flu Vaccination Program September 18, 2020
  5. Daily Symptom Check Updates and Reminders September 16, 2020
  6. Plaza Verde Move-In Information September 15, 2020
  7. September Update September 15, 2020
  8. IMPORTANT REMINDER: New Date Added - Testing Requirement Information for Student Residents September 14, 2020
  9. COVID-19 Policies and Expectations September 14, 2020
  10. FOLLOW-UP IMPORTANT: Testing Requirement Information for Student Residents September 8, 2020
  11. IMPORTANT: Testing Requirement Information for Student Residents September 4, 2020
  12. 2020 Fall Quarter Student Checklist September 3, 2020
  13. Important: Testing Requirements for All Students on Campus September 2, 2020

August

  1. Fall 2020 UCI Student Experience August 26, 2020
  2. Daily Symptom Check Screening for UCI Students August 25, 2020
  3. Daily Symptom Check Screening Now Mandatory for All Employees August 24, 2020
  4. UCI Academic Year 2020-2021 Update, Technology Guidance August 11, 2020
  5. UCI Health Leadership Update – Aug. 6 August 6, 2020
  6. Parking Permits at UCI August 5, 2020

July

  1. Announcing $5M Competition to Increase COVID-19 Testing Capabilities July 31, 2020
  2. Free COVID-19 Antibody Testing July 31, 2020
  3. Campus Update July 29, 2020
  4. Please Do Not Flush Cleaning Wipes July 22, 2020
  5. Restrictions Rescinded for International Students Enrolling in Online Courses July 14, 2020
  6. FDA Recall of Blumen Clear Advanced Hand Sanitizer with 70% Alcohol July 10, 2020
  7. Phase 2 Research July 10, 2020
  8. UCI Executive Directive on Face Coverings July 10, 2020
  9. Returning to Campus Efforts, Increase in COVID-19 Positive Cases July 10, 2020
  10. Temporary Increase in Maximum Vacation Accrual for Policy-Covered (Non-Represented) Employees July 8, 2020
  11. Fall 2020 in-person undergraduate courses July 6, 2020
  12. Fall 2020 in-person graduate courses July 6, 2020
  13. Student and Exchange Visitor Program Announced Fall 2020 Changes that Affect International Students Enrolling In Online Courses July 6, 2020
  14. Renewing our commitment to public health July 2, 2020
  15. UCI Health Leadership Update July 1, 2020

June

  1. Academic Senate Faculty Update for 2020-21 Academic Year June 30, 2020
  2. Advancing Equity in the Age of COVID-19 Awards June 30, 2020
  3. Remote Teaching Special Update Newsletter – Volume 3 June 29, 2020
  4. Housing update for incoming freshmen – A message from Tim Trevan, Executive Director of Student Housing June 29, 2020
  5. UCI Health Leadership Update June 24, 2020
  6. Why attend UCI during a pandemic? With Vice Provost Michael Dennin June 23, 2020
  7. Returning to Campus June 23, 2020
  8. COVID Financial Impact and UCI’s Workforce June 23, 2020
  9. DTEI Resources to Prepare for Summer Remote Instruction June 15, 2020
  10. Taking UCI Virtual During COVID-19 June 15, 2020
  11. 2020-21 Academic Year Information June 11, 2020
  12. Remote Teaching Special Update Newsletter – Volume 2 June 11, 2020
  13. Athletics Fall Update June 11, 2020
  14. Virtual Retirement Celebrations June 8, 2020
  15. Phase 2 Research Transitioning Starts on June 8, 2020 June 4, 2020
  16. UC Announces Changes to Benefit Programs for COVID-19 Pandemic Relief June 4, 2020
  17. Update on Cleaning Supplies to Support Return to Campus June 2, 2020
  18. Transition to Remote Teaching – Spring Quarter 2020 Highlights June 1, 2020
  19. Reengaging On-campus Operations June 1, 2020

May

  1. UCI Zoom Webinar & Large Meeting licenses now available for short-term use May 28, 2020
  2. Message on Anti-Black Racism May 28, 2020
  3. UCI Transition to Phase 2 Research May 27, 2020
  4. HR Updates May 26, 2020
  5. Campus Recovery Implementation Team (CRIT) - COVID-19 - Information May 22, 2020
  6. Welcome admitted students May 21, 2020
  7. UCI Libraries continue to support teaching, learning, and research May 12, 2020
  8. UCI Forms New Workgroup to Plan for the Return of Staff to Campus May 12, 2020
  9. UCI Research Activities and California’s Staged Roadmap May 11, 2020
  10. What’s Next: A New Day May 11, 2020
  11. UCI’s Response to New Title IX Rules May 8, 2020
  12. Recognizing Nursing Excellence at UCI May 8, 2020

April

  1. April 30 - Updates from the UCI Libraries April 30, 2020
  2. How to Prevent Zoombombing April 30, 2020
  3. Funding Opportunity: COVID-19-Related Community-Engaged Research April 30, 2020
  4. Update on the UCI Research Enterprise Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic April 29, 2020
  5. UCI Digital Accessibility Resources April 28, 2020
  6. COVID-19 Related Phishing and Scams April 27, 2020
  7. UCI Counts: Fill out your Census today! April 24, 2020
  8. Important Message About Student Housing for the Upcoming Academic Year April 22, 2020
  9. UCI and UCI Health launch comprehensive COVID-19 resource site April 22, 2020
  10. Zoombombing Incident Update April 21, 2020
  11. UCI COVID-19 Research Biobank: Accepting Applications April 20, 2020
  12. Tax Info for Telecommuting Out of State or Country April 16, 2020
  13. Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) Nucleic Acid Detection Tests April 10, 2020
  14. UCI Health COVID-19 update April 9, 2020
  15. Face Coverings for Campus Essential Workers April 8, 2020
  16. Compassion, Inequality, and Coronavirus: Examining how COVID-19 impacts vulnerable populations April 8, 2020
  17. Zoom Best Practices April 7, 2020
  18. UCI Health Affairs Update April 6, 2020
  19. Remote Teaching Resources from the EEE Team April 6, 2020
  20. HathiTrust Expands Access to Online Collection During COVID-19 Crisis April 6, 2020
  21. Graduate Division COVID-19 Update April 6, 2020
  22. Coping with the New COVID-19 Normal April 6, 2020
  23. Important information about Zoom security April 2, 2020
  24. Guidance on Employment during COVID-19 April 2, 2020
  25. New Campus VPN Instructions during COVID-19 Pandemic April 1, 2020
  26. Keep Zoom Meetings Secure April 1, 2020
  27. UCI Health: COVID-19 Clinical Leadership Update April 1, 2020
  28. Domestic Violence Reporting and Resources April 1, 2020

March

  1. Update - UCI Libraries Services During COVID-19 March 30, 2020
  2. Message on Tuition and Fees March 30, 2020
  3. Graduate Division COVID-19 Update March 29, 2020
  4. Important Information on Deliveries of Purchased Goods March 28, 2020
  5. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Donation Drive for UCI Medical Center March 28, 2020
  6. What to do if you have internet performance problems March 27, 2020
  7. Graduate Division COVID-19 Update March 27, 2020
  8. Campus Building Closures Update 2 March 27, 2020
  9. Summer Session Offered Through Remote Instruction March 26, 2020
  10. UCI Payment Services: COVID-19 Operations Update March 26, 2020
  11. Zoom and Privacy Consideration for Faculty During COVID-19 March 25, 2020
  12. Supporting Remote Learning: Student Laptop Loan Program March 25, 2020
  13. Emergency Request for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at UCIMC March 25, 2020
  14. Remote IT Services March 25, 2020
  15. Special Message from Director & Founding Dean Jan Hirsch March 25, 2020
  16. Graduate Division COVID-19 Update March 25, 2020
  17. UCI to Offer Child Care Services to Essential On-Site Employees March 23, 2020
  18. Healthcare Worker COVID-19 Case March 23, 2020
  19. Graduate Division COVID-19 Update: March 23, 2020 March 23, 2020
  20. Response to First Confirmed Case of COVID-19 at UCI March 23, 2020
  21. Review of COVID-19 communications March 23, 2020
  22. Campus Building Closures Update 1 March 22, 2020
  23. Confirmed Case of COVID-19 at UCI March 21, 2020
  24. A message to alumni, donors and friends March 21, 2020
  25. Urgent action needed for all UCI travelers outside of the US March 20, 2020
  26. Governor’s Stay at Home Order March 20, 2020
  27. UCI Research Shutdown March 20, 2020
  28. DTEI/OIT Remote Instruction Workshops: Week of March 23rd March 20, 2020
  29. UCPath Center Support March 20, 2020
  30. An important update from Dean LaFerla March 20, 2020
  31. UCI Coronavirus Update March 20, 2020
  32. Update on Remote Teaching March 19, 2020
  33. Remote Teaching Information March 19, 2020
  34. An Open Letter to the Orange County Community March 19, 2020
  35. UCI Blood Donor Center Donation Request March 19, 2020
  36. Campus Parking Permit Clarification—No Action Required to Suspend Payroll Deduction March 19, 2020
  37. Cybersecurity of Personal Devices and Working Remote March 19, 2020
  38. An important update from Dean Barker March 19, 2020
  39. Reporting COVID-19 Paid Leave in TRS March 18, 2020
  40. UCI Libraries Closed Until Further Notice March 18, 2020
  41. On-Campus Residents Able to Safely Return to Their Permanent Residence Must Do So March 18, 2020
  42. Student Health Pharmacy Medication Refill March 17, 2020
  43. Spring Housing Plans – Action Needed Now March 17, 2020
  44. Research Ramp-Down and Curtailment March 17, 2020
  45. Temporary New Location for Check Pick Up March 17, 2020
  46. UCI Beall Applied Innovation suspends on-site services March 17, 2020
  47. Temporary New Location for Check Pick Up March 17, 2020
  48. UCI Commencement Ceremonies Update March 16, 2020
  49. UCI "Learn Anywhere" Guide for Final Exams & Spring Instruction March 14, 2020
  50. COVID-19: Housing, Student Life, and Commencement Updates March 13, 2020
  51. Research Continuity Website in Response to COVID-19 Situation Now Available March 13, 2020
  52. Online Teaching Resources, Increased Canvas Support March 13, 2020
  53. IMPORTANT Message on Exams March 13, 2020
  54. UCI Libraries – Update on hours and services March 13, 2020
  55. Update on Exams and Spring Quarter Instruction for Students March 12, 2020
  56. Zoom Enterprise Licenses Now Available March 12, 2020
  57. Large Event Policy March 12, 2020
  58. UCI Athletics - Coronavirus Update March 12, 2020
  59. Educational Continuity and Faculty Ownership of Course Materials March 11, 2020
  60. COVID-19 Test Result Update March 10, 2020
  61. COVID-19 Campus Health Update March 10, 2020
  62. COVID-19: Academic and Operational Activity for Spring March 10, 2020
  63. Coronavirus planning and preparedness March 8, 2020
  64. Changes to UCI Dining March 6, 2020
  65. COVID-19 Updated Directive on Non-essential Travel Restrictions March 6, 2020
  66. Preparedness for COVID-19 March 3, 2020

February

  1. Update on COVID-19 and International Travel Guidance February 25, 2020
  2. Inclusivity during difficult times February 14, 2020
  3. Coronavirus Update: Information for Recently Returned Travelers February 8, 2020
  4. Absences Due to Illnesses February 4, 2020
  5. Notice of Temporary UC Travel Restrictions to China February 3, 2020

January

  1. 1/31/20: Coronavirus Update January 31, 2020
  2. 1/29/20: Coronavirus Update January 29, 2020
  3. Coronavirus Resources and FAQs for Students January 27, 2020
  4. Coronavirus Resources and FAQs for Faculty & Staff January 27, 2020
  5. Coronavirus Update and Health Tips January 26, 2020
  6. A health reminder to our Anteater family January 22, 2020