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Show your support for climate-focused research

Join the UC Advocacy Network in encouraging state lawmakers to support funding for climate-focused research, as outlined in Gov. Newsom’s budget proposal.


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Reminder: Share your feedback on the Open Enrollment website and mailing

Last year, we took a new approach to Open Enrollment communications and we want to know if it was helpful. Please share your thoughts in a quick online survey.


Meet Learning & Organizational Development Specialist Oscar Lara

Oscar brings a DEI focus to UCOP’s Learning and Development team.


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Manager resources: Returning to the office and more

New learning opportunities can help you support employees in returning to the office, completing STEP conversations and more.


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Managers’ Corner: Learn to support employees in returning to the office

The next People Leaders Forum will give supervisors and managers an opportunity to discuss ideas and best practices for our hybrid work environment.


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Read the Link holiday issue

The special winter break issue of Link was full of fascinating podcasts and feel good news. Here’s how to read it.


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Learn music, photography or other creative skills with LinkedIn Learning

Looking for something to do over the holidays? Pick up or hone a creative skill through your LinkedIn Learning membership.


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New security banner for outside emails

Beginning Sunday, Dec. 19, emails originating outside UC will include a security banner to help alert you to possible spam or phishing emails.


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PACSW launches Equity Chats reading group

PACSW's first Equity Chats discussions will focus on an article highlighting racial and gender disparities around perceptions of returning to the office.


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Your Thanksgiving celebration can make a difference

Our second Thanksgiving during the COVID-19 pandemic is an opportunity to make mindful choices that bring deeper meaning to our holiday meal.


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Make a color-popping Thanksgiving dessert

Try purple sweet potatoes instead of your typical sweet potato and you'll have an Instagram-worthy dessert that is as healthy as it is beautiful.