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Behavioral health plan satisfaction survey launching Thursday, May 17

A random sampling of people across the UC system who used behavioral health benefits in 2017 through their UC-sponsored plan will receive a paper survey in the mail.


Words of wisdom from 9 of UC’s most compelling commencement speakers, from Alfred Hitchcock to Michelle Obama

“You will be defined not just by what you achieve, but how you survive," said Facebook's Sheryl Sandberg. See who else made our list.


FRIDAY: Take the survey and help Franklin go for gold!

Want to be a part of something big, and green, and gold? No, this has nothing to do with the Oakland A’s. It’s about UC’s Franklin headquarters and its all-out effort to go for gold,


Bike to Work Day returns Thursday with free events, giveaways and all the high-fives you want

Recent research at UC Davis found that exercise doesn’t just benefit your body, it also replenishes neurotransmitters in your brain that may promote mental health. May is Bike to Work Month and, in keeping


President Napolitano: My advice to new college grads and young professionals

President Napolitano shared her experience and offered the following advice in a piece that published on LinkedIn on Tuesday, May 8: When I was a freshman at Santa Clara University, I never imagined I would


The Systemwide WellBeing Initiative: Making UC a healthier place to work, learn and grow

Now you have easy access to information about events and resources aimed at improving your wellbeing.


Wednesday: Staff Engagement Survey results brown bag

This is the second brown bag on this topic, and it will include an opportunity for additional staff feedback through instant polling.


Skip the elevators and take the stairs

The floor challenge competition is Tuesday, May 8 and Thursday, May 10, and you could win a prize.


UCOP IT Service Desk and mail service delays expected this week

Staff may experience longer than normal delays for non-critical requests this week due to limited staffing.


Hospice: A holistic approach to end of life care

On May 18, come hear an introduction to hospice care, including its basic philosophy, when hospice is appropriate and what services are provided.


Stigma-Free UC webinar: What is mental health awareness and what can we do better?

Award-winning speaker and author Ross Szabo, who is a wellness director at UCLA, will discuss how we can improve our efforts to raise awareness.