A Bay Area native who once lived on a houseboat, Amy Vrizuela divulges some Alameda trivia.

If you or your child are preparing to apply for undergraduate admission to a UC campus in 2016, take advantage of the wealth of helpful information you can learn from our very own in-house experts.

Become a certified emergency responder. Sign up for an American Heart Association workshop in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED).

The Business Resource Center (BRC) is offering a series of travel and entertainment clinics for Express users, proxies, travelers and reviewers. This month's session takes place Monday, Oct. 19, from 11 a.m. to noon, in Franklin 10325.

Read this advice to stay safe and keep your belongings secure.

The President's Advisory Committee on the Status of Women has started a LinkedIn group to share and discuss news, job opportunities and more.

The training, which is video-based and will take approximately 50 minutes to complete, is an important step in helping UC continue to develop a strong defense against cyber risk.

Instead of using At Your Service Online for Open Enrollment, you will complete a form and submit it electronically to the UCPath Center via a secure Web link. Check out this preview of what the process will look like.

Nearly 700 people turned out for the staff appreciation event on the Franklin patio, where tacos, churros and Italian ice were served and UCOP's affinity groups were on hand to talk about what they do.

On Thursday, Oct. 15, when you hear the earthquake drill announcement, drop to the ground, take cover under a table or desk, and hold on for 60 seconds.

If you are enrolled in UC’s Health or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA), now is a good time to review your account information to make sure you are using all the funds in your account.

The UCOP Safety Team will be distributing information about fire prevention, emergency preparedness and ergonomics. Pick up a poster and talk with a Department Safety Coordinator to be entered in a raffle.

Help drive staff engagement by attending a focus group hosted by OP Staff Assembly on Oct. 6.