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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Given the increase in COVID cases, and specifically unknowns regarding the impact of OMICRON, the UC system will start winter quarter instruction fully remote (first two weeks only). This two week buffer will allow
time for students to be tested for COVID and insure a safe return to in-person instruction.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">At this time, no changes to staffing plans are required—we will return on January 3<sup>rd</sup> under our current operational plan. However, please check your email prior to January 3<sup>rd</sup> as I will communicate
any changes that arise during the winter break via email.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Thank you all for your patience and commitment to our students during these on-going challenging times. Have a great holiday, stay safe, and recharge! <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">All my best,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Jennifer</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Jennifer Brown, Ph.D.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Vice Provost and Dean of Undergraduate Education<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Professor in Public Policy<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Tel: 951-827-7942<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Fax: 951-827-7745<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Cell: 951-295-0931<o:p></o:p></p>
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