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11 October 2010
OP Headlines

EVP Brostrom invites you to an Oct. 15 brown bag

The co-authors of California Crackup will talk about ideas for improving California's dysfunctional government. Nathan Brostrom, EVP for business operations, personally invited Paul and Mathews to speak to UCOP staff at this October 15 brown-bag, scheduled for 12 p.m. in the old Credit Union space in the Franklin Building.

11 October 2010
Did You Know?

Now is the time to maximize payroll deductions

With the final few paydates for 2010 approaching, now is the time to plan if you wish to maximize your pre-tax contributions to the UC Retirement Savings Program's 403(b) and 457(b) plans for this calendar (taxable) year, or to make changes. Read on for details.

11 October 2010
OP Headlines

Open Enrollment begins Oct. 25

Read the letter from Dwaine Duckett, vice president for Human Resources, outlining the 2011 medical plans and rates.

11 October 2010
UC In The News

More students use community college to launch their UC education

UC is committed to enrolling more transfer students, and is working to streamline the transfer path and provide support for students once they arrive on campus.

11 October 2010
OP Headlines

Join the Great California Shake Out on Oct. 21

On October 21, UCOP will be joining over 6.6 million Californians in the largest earthquake drill ever – “The Great California ShakeOut.” At 10:21 a.m., the floor wardens or the PA system at UCOP-occupied buildings will announce an “Earthquake Drill.” All UCOP employees will be requested to participate and practice “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” for 60 seconds.

11 October 2010
OP Headlines

Workshops: Communicate with Impact

Four upcoming classes can help you develop your presentation skills, learn to be more effective in communicating with your team, or strengthen your business writing. Improving your communication skills will allow you to be more efficient, effective and persuasive.

10 October 2010
UC In The News

Make the most of your UC Retirement Savings Program

Fidelity is offering a variety of financial education classes, or drop by their Help Desk. Read on for the full fall schedule of events that can help you make the most of UC's Retirement Savings Program.

8 October 2010
OP Headlines

Upcoming financial education classes from Fidelity

Make the most of your UC Retirement Savings Program by taking one or more financial education classes this fall, or drop by the Retirement Savings Program Help Desk. Fidelity is offering classes and events through December.

8 October 2010
OP Headlines

Be prepared for the next “Big One.”

On October 21, UCOP will participate in the largest earthquake drill ever held in California. Employees will be requested to participate and practice “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” for 60 seconds. Learn more.

5 October 2010
OP Headlines

Oct. 6: UCOP Cares meeting

Attend the UCOP Cares meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 6, at noon in Franklin 6113 to talk about volunteer or giving opportunities. For more information, contact Trish Hare, Strategic Resource coordinator, at Trish.Hare@ucop.edu or (510) 987-9124.

5 October 2010
OP Headlines

Oct. 7 workshop: Connexxus Travel-Direct Billing with online booking tools

Learn how to charge business airfare tickets directly to your department using the online booking tools in Connexxus Travel portal. No registration is required. The class is Thursday, Oct. 7 from 9:30-11 a.m. in Room 9204 of the Franklin Building.

4 October 2010
OP Headlines

Job postings Wednesday for three newly organized functions at UCOP

Twenty-six positions will be posted on Wednesday morning to provide staffing for the three newly-organized functions at the Office of the President – the new local Human Resources unit, the new event planning unit, and the new administrative services center unit.

4 October 2010
UC In The News

UC enrolling more first-generation and low-income students

"The numbers in this analysis demonstrate that UC remains true to its charter as a public institution," President Yudof said during an Oct.1 visit to Grant High School in Sacramento. Roughly 39 percent of all undergrads enrolled in fall 2010 were from low-income families.

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