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Learn about bicycle theft prevention, bike safety, and community awareness. Caltech community members with an active campus ID are encouraged to obtain bicycle permits with Caltech Security and the City of Pasadena. Upon receiving both permits, free U-Locks will be offered, while supplies lasts. Thursday, October 8, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Red Door Cafe

JPL at 90: Caltech, JPL, and What's Next

As JPL marks its 90th anniversary, join former JPL director Charles Elachi, systems engineer Nagin Cox, and chief technologist Shouleh Nikzad as they discuss landmark missions, the engineering that makes them possible, and the technology shaping the next generation of discovery. Register by Tuesday, October 13. Saturday, October 17, 9 a.m., Ramo Auditorium and online

Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Cybersecurity Awareness Month is an annual event held every October to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity. This week, learn more about protecting sensitive, proprietary, and classified information.

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A Time of Renewal

In a message to the campus community this morning, President Ray Jayawardhana welcomed the campus community to the new academic year, noting, "What unites our community's disparate pursuits is the restless pull toward the knowledge just out of reach and the unshakeable conviction that no question is too daunting for curiosity to tackle."

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Members of the Caltech community are invited to attend the inauguration ceremony of Caltech's 10th president Ray Jayawardhana, Thursday, October 29, 10 a.m. to noon, on Beckman Mall. A celebratory luncheon open to all campus community members will be held on the Olive Walk after the ceremony.

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Open Enrollment to be held October 20 through November 6

Each year during Open Enrollment, employees may change their benefits, and certify that dependents remain eligible for coverage. All changes submitted during Open Enrollment will take effect on January 1, 2027.

Construction and Parking

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Construction progress of the Frank J. Malina Laboratory as of August 2026.

Parking and Traffic

From June until November, Metro's Bus Rapid Transit construction at Hill Avenue and Green Street will cause southbound and northbound lane reductions on Hill Avenue (Colorado Boulevard–Cordova Street) and eastbound reductions on Green Street. Construction runs Monday–Friday, 7am–4pm, though lane closures remain in place 24/7. Please plan extra travel time or use alternate routes during this period. Read the full construction notice first published in June for details.

Pedestrian Access

Beckman Mall Sidewalk Closures for Inauguration Setup
Beginning on Tuesday, October 20, crews will start installing the tent, stage, and seating on Beckman Mall for the Thursday, October 29, Inauguration of Caltech's 10th President. There will be sidewalk closures at times in and around Beckman Mall during setup, and equipment removal afterward. When a sidewalk is closed, alternate routes will be posted. For your safety, do not walk through posted or construction areas while equipment is in use. Please follow posted signs and use the marked alternate routes. Questions may be directed to [email protected].

Construction Impacts

Frank J. Malina Laboratory for High-Speed Flight Dynamics: Construction on the south side of the Guggenheim Laboratory is ongoing.
Ginsburg Center: Caltech obtained a Certificate of Occupancy for the building at the beginning of September.
- South Gate Plaza: Construction in the area has been completed and is open for access as of Friday, September 4.

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Emergency Notification System

Update your contact information and download the emergency communications app, Everbridge, to receive necessary information in the event of an emergency on campus.

Sustainability Marketplace

Browse the Sustainability Marketplace to find free office and lab supplies. You can save resources, reduce waste, and give useful items a second life on campus.

Free Metro Pass

Caltech community members are eligible for a free Metro Pass that gives you unlimited rides on buses, rail lines, and local transit options, including convenient connections to campus.