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April 17, 2025
Have questions about P-Card usage? Travel and reservations? Tracking Purchase Orders (POs) or order progress? RFPs and procurement policies? Invoices and payments?   We’re here to help! Join our Procure-to-Pay Office Hours — a space designed to connect...
April 14, 2025
We’re excited to share that the UCM Plan Enhancement is now officially live! Thank you for your patience and partnership throughout this project. As you begin working in the enhanced system, please keep the following key resources and support options in mind to ensure a smooth transition...
April 3, 2025
The UCM Plan Enhancement project team is pleased to share the UCM Plan go-live is Monday, April 14, 2025. On this date, the system will be available with all planned enhancements fully implemented. To prepare for the transition, the system will be completely offline on Friday, April 11, to allow...
April 2, 2025
Effective immediately, the Division of Finance and Administration has centralized a number of departments to streamline purchasing and travel processes, ensuring greater efficiency, policy compliance, and enhanced customer service across the university. As part of this effort, areas of...
March 20, 2025
We are sharing important updates related to the UCM Plan Enhancement project, including upcoming process changes, and system availability. While certain elements of the project are progressing as planned, others require additional effort on the implementation teams to ensure a smooth and stable...
March 17, 2025
The UCM Plan Enhancement project team is excited to announce that UCM Plan Go-Live is this Friday, March 21! As we approach the launch of the enhanced system, please review the following key updates and advisories to help you prepare: Key Dates to Know Now through Wednesday, March 19:...
March 13, 2025
Updates regarding next steps in budget reduction planning for the coming fiscal year from Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost Betsy Dumont and Vice Chancellor for Planning and Budget & Chief Financial Officer Kurt schnier.
March 4, 2025
As we approach the March 21 go-live date, note the following training updates and advisories. This Week: Various Trainings Sessions Invitations have been sent out for the following training sessions: UCM Plan Enhancement Supplemental Training Mon Mar 3...
February 24, 2025
As we approach the March 21 go-live date, note the following training updates and date advisories. Training Updates In preparation for next week’s sessions, the UCM Plan SmartView Training recording is now available in the UC Learning Center (click HERE). We encourage you to review the...
February 13, 2025
With UAT testing successfully completed, we’re excited to share key updates on the UCM Plan Enhancement project, including new training opportunities and upcoming system changes as we approach the March 21 go-live. Training Updates March Training Sessions: Additional Zoom-based training...
February 10, 2025
As a follow up to the Dec 19 message regarding UCM Plan Enhancement Project: Latest Developments, note the following updates and changes that will impact various administrative staff as part of the UCM Plan Enhancement Project: Test Environment Access: Reviewed with department financial...
February 6, 2025
As a follow up to the Dec 19 message regarding UCM Plan Enhancement Project: Latest Developments, note the following updates and changes that will impact Research Administrators (RAs) as part of the UCM Plan Enhancement Project: SmartView Task-Level Data Removal: Task-level data reporting...
January 31, 2025
Effective February 1, 2025, all requisitions for design and construction duly executed agreements—regardless of dollar value—will be submitted by Planning, Design & Construction Management (PDCM).
January 23, 2025
In preparation for the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, UC Merced Financial & Accounting Services has established the following deadlines to ensure timely review and submission of items and processes critical to closing the fiscal year.
December 19, 2024
The UCM Plan Enhancement project team is making significant strides in improving data management, reporting capabilities, and system efficiency. Below are key updates as the project progresses: Project Rollout Timeline: The UCM Plan enhancements will go live in late March 2025. Training...
December 2, 2024
Do you have employees that are ending employment at the end of the Fall semester?  If so, please review the helpful Payroll job aid on Understanding the Separation Process.
December 2, 2024
Looking for a new electronic device for yourself or someone special* for the holidays?  Dell has made it easier for faculty and staff to access Dell member discounts.
December 2, 2024
If your department handles cash, note that cash handling training is required for departmental cashiers and supervisors on an annual basis.
November 19, 2024
The Supply Chain Center of Excellence team is excited to announce the return of the UC Merced Supplier Showcase on Tuesday, Dec. 10 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Lakireddy Grand Ballroom.   
November 18, 2024
Campus message from Vice Chancellor for Planning & Budget and Chief Financial Officer Kurt Schnier and Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost Betsy Dumont regarding potential adjustments in the state budget and other financial pressures that will directly affect our campus over the...

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