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Online tool: dealing with angry people

UC's Learning Center has a new online presentation on how to deal with angry people. View the 10-minute presentation at UC Learning Center . Search for "angry people” and click the green start button. Questions? Contact Tacy Trowbridge at 510-987-0673 or tacy.trowbridge@ucop.edu


Spotlight: Task Force to present pension and benefit options

Hear about the possible options for pension and retire health benefits at a forum Wednesday, March 31, from 1-3 p.m. in the Kaiser Auditorium. Learn more.


UC in the news: Sustainability policy cuts carbon footprint, saves energy

UC's systemwide sustainability policy includes mandates on energy efficiency, use of renewable resources, recycling, water reducation, environmentally-friendly construction methods and campus food service guidelines.


UC Commission on the Future receives first round of ideas

Five working groups offered strategies aimed at ensuring access, affordability and excellence in instruction, research and public service amid ongoing financial challenges.All of the recommendations are posted at the UC Commission on the Future website, to ensure public accessibility.


Tune in for March 24 Regents discussion of campus intolerance

UCOP will provide live streaming video March 24 at 8:30 a.m. as the Regents discuss UC's response to recent incidents of campus intolerance. Tune in: http://www.ustream.tv/regentsmeeting


New coaching toolkit for supervisors

The UC Learning Center is now offering an online resouce for supervisors. The Day-to-Day Coaching toolkit helps supervisors identify and take advantage of in-the-moment coaching opportunities. Use employees' current assignments and responsibilities to develop the skills they need.


10-Second Bio: Steve Ong

I love woodworking and I’ve built my cabinets and created many items in my house.


In Profile: Susan Thomas, retired senior counsel

Come hear about her remarkable 30-year career at the Women We Admire event March 31, at noon in 5320, Franklin.


Spotlight: State Government Relations

This year promises to be an especially busy one for State Government Relations, as it drives UC’s efforts to secure the funding necessary to preserve access and quality.


UCOP Cares: Volunteer opportunities with College Track

You’re invited to a brown bag presentation to hear about volunteer opportunities with College Track. Located just a few blocks from the Franklin building, College Track is a local after-school college prep program serving Oakland youth. The presentation will take place today, Tuesday, March 16th at noon in Room 5320. RSVP to Patricia Osorio-O’Dea


TechTopic: Spam filters

Have you ever expected an e-mail message but didn’t get it? Perhaps a UCOP announcement? Sometimes legitimate e-mail ends up in the Junk e-mail folder.


Human Resources wants to hear from you!

UCOP's Human Resources department wants your input as it develops online learning resources.