Aug. 26 - Public Service Loan Forgiveness town halls, 10 steps to student success
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Chancellor Howard Gillman serves barbecue chicken and hot links at the Staff Appreciation Picnic on the ARC Main Field on Thursday. Photo by Corey Tull
UCI ANNOUNCEMENTS AND NEWS
Public Service Loan Forgiveness town halls
Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program has been expanded under a time-limited waiver that expires Oct. 31. Even borrowers who were previously ineligible or missed payments can now receive PSLF. Please visit the UC Public Service Loan Forgiveness page to check your eligibility and start your application.
Attend one of the upcoming #UCStudentDebtChallenge virtual town halls to hear experts from the U.S. Department of Education, UC faculty - including UCI Professor of Law Dalié Jiménez - and UC Human Resources explain how PSLF works and how to apply. Registration is required.
Wednesday, Aug. 31:
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
or
2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Top 10 steps to student success
Whether you are coming straight from high school, took some time off to explore and work, or are transferring in from a community college, there will be new opportunities here – and new challenges. With that in mind, our team of undergraduate education experts has come up with a top set of tips to help you on this new journey.
Refreshing meals for back-to-school and work
Taking a lunch break allows your mind to rest, recharge and refocus – not to mention nourish your body – which can improve productivity for the rest of the day. Children especially need time to eat. According to the CDC, providing at least 20 minutes of "seat time" for children to eat their lunch is optimum. Studies show this increases consumption of food and key nutrients, including fruits and vegetables, and decreases plate waste.
UC NEWS AND GENERAL NEWS
Friday fun fact
Federal Research: For 2020-21, the top three federal sponsoring agencies for UC research were the National Science Foundation, the U.S. Department of Education and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
Flu vaccine required
The UC Office of the President’s executive order mandating flu vaccinations has been updated for 2022-23. This policy pertains to all students who are living, learning or working on any UC campus or facility. The deadline for the flu vaccination is Dec. 1. However, students are strongly encouraged to obtain a flu vaccine as soon as possible on or after Aug. 1. To schedule a vaccination appointment at the Student Health Center, log in to the Student Health Patient Portal.
Backstage at UC Tech
This year, more than 1,000 people attended the 40th anniversary of the UC Tech Conference, with equal numbers attending in person and online. Attendees included CIOs, sponsors, staff, volunteers and speakers with the vision to foster an inclusive and collaborative community of IT professionals that continually improves services and places the UC system at the forefront of higher education, research, patient care and public service.
UCI IN THE NEWS
Note: Some news sites require subscriptions to read articles. The UCI Libraries offer free subscriptions to The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Orange County Register and The Washington Post for students, faculty and staff.
Experts say significant grid investments needed to phase out gas-powered vehicles in California
KCBS (video), Aug. 25
Cited: Jack Brouwer, professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering
California Bill Could Restrict the Use of Rap Lyrics in Court
The New York Times, Aug. 26
Cited: Charis E. Kubrin, professor of criminology, law and society
Humbled by Looking Up at the Heavens
The Wall Street Journal, Aug. 25
Cited: Paul Piff, associate professor of psychological science, graduate student Sean Goldy, and postdoctoral scholar Nickolas Jones
#UCICONNECTED
The Division of Student Affairs team was excited to reunite in person at their annual fall kickoff event. #ZotZot. Photo by Corey Tull
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