The University of California approved a 4% salary increase for eligible policy-covered staff and academic appointees on June 17, 2026, according to a letter from Dianna Henderson, Vice President of Systemwide Human Resources and Chief Human Resources Officer. The decision affects thousands of UC employees across the system’s 10 campuses and five medical centers. President James B. Milliken approved the salary program as part of the university’s effort to recognize employee contributions while addressing budget