Calling all amateur bakers, chefs and foodies: The 2019 Chef Throwdown is taking place this Friday, and we need you to participate!

On Monday, Dec. 9, join President Napolitano and Oakland-based colleagues in celebrating the accomplishments of 2019 and looking forward to the new year.

All UCOP employees will get access to LinkedIn Learning starting later this month. Learn more about how to use it — and start getting excited.

Check out the annual UCOP Winter Crafts Fair on Dec. 3 for lovely, one-of-a-kind goods handmade by UCOP staff, family and friends.

Last week we asked readers to share your Thanksgiving plans and what you're grateful for. Here’s what you said.

If you’re an administrative, support or entry-level staff member who’s ready to take your career to the next level, hurry! The deadline for the five-month Take Charge professional development cohort is Dec. 13. Don’t miss this transformational, free opportunity.

If you’re suffering from a cold — or even worse, the flu — please don’t come into the office. Learn more about flu symptoms, prevention and when to stay home.

The holiday season often brings an increase in crime. While our security staff provides the first line of detection and prevention in UCOP buildings, we all need to thwart opportunistic criminals.

Meet Compensation Analyst Ian Larue, aspiring voice actor and great-great-great-great-grandson of Oakland’s first general store proprietors. He’s also a second-generation UC employee.

Ditch the paper paycheck and harness the many benefits of direct deposit today!

If you’re planning to give gear for the great outdoors this year, don’t miss an exclusive discount for UCOP employees!