Survey of UC Retirees 2020
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Sponsored by the Council of UC Retirees Associations (CUCRA), the report, Generous Talents, Enduring Community, highlights the activities and accomplishments of retired UC staff and non-Senate academics who responded to a survey conducted in Fall of 2020. Most UC retirees do not subscribe to the conventional view of retirement as a time of rest and relaxation. They eagerly share their experience and wisdom while contributing to the public good, pursuing creative endeavors, engaging in lifelong learning, caring for loved ones, and participating in a wide range of other activities. The majority of respondents have devoted 20 or more years to the University and many feel a lifelong sense of loyalty to the institution.
For them, retirement is not a disengagement from UC, but rather a shift in the relationship. UCSC retirees are reimagining and redefining their lives to make a difference, and many do so while acting as advocates in their community and assets for the University of California. Responses from UC retirees systemwide:70% volunteer in the community 25% volunteer for UC 42% provide professional services 21% author written work
Responses UC Santa Cruz retirees:77% reported volunteering in the community 34% volunteered for the University 48% provided professional services 22% published written works
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