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10-Second Bio: Raisa VanAlstyne-Ponce, rogue cereal eater

Meet Articulation Analyst Raisa VanAlstyne-Ponce of Student Affairs. Her interests include championing secondary education, traversing the globe and taking an unconventional approach to breakfast.


Giving back at Point Reyes National Seashore

The Natural Reserve System recently hosted a unique volunteer opportunity for Academic Affairs at Point Reyes National Seashore, as part of the division’s Year of Service.


Get ready for a Halloween Open Enrollment

Oct. 31 — Halloween — marks the beginning of Open Enrollment. Learn good news about premium costs, a few important medical plan changes and new Supplemental Health Plans that complement your medical and disability plans.


Gender pronouns: Learn how you can be more inclusive

The Gender Pronoun Initiative shares how you can make the workplace more inclusive to trans, non-binary and gender non-conforming colleagues through simple changes to how you approach pronouns in the workplace.


Yvette Gullatt and Merideth Mehlberg host UC’s first LinkedIn Live

UC is hosting its first-ever LinkedIn Live event on Oct. 23. Don’t miss this great opportunity to hear OP’s inspiring vice provost interview a successful UC Berkeley alumna on how to channel your passions into a meaningful second-act career.


Celebrate diversity and inclusiveness on Multicultural Day, Oct. 24

Join your colleagues in recognizing and celebrating the diverse backgrounds and identities of UCOP’s vibrant staff. Learn about your coworkers’ communities and passions — and share your own — while enjoying delicious foods from around the world.


Grow your personal leadership skills

A new learning and development course — taught by IRAP’s own Ola Popoola — will give you an opportunity to identify and discuss your personal leadership strengths and potential for development to grow to be a better leader.


Attend an introduction to LinkedIn Learning

LinkedIn Learning is coming soon to all UCOP staff! Check out an informational session to learn how to make the most of your free access — available in person or online.


Understanding the admissions application process

On Monday, November 4, join the OP Staff Assembly for advice on what undergraduate admissions officers are looking for when reviewing applications.


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Help keep UCOP pest-free

BASC has received reports of rodents and insects in UCOP buildings. Please help curb this problem by following these simple guidelines.


Celebrate Halloween in Oakland and Riverside

On Oct. 31 — Halloween Day — UCOP will celebrate Halloween with festivities and a collaborative costume contest in Oakland’s Franklin building and at the UCPath Center. Show off your look and join the fun!


Watch the Warriors take on the Utah Jazz on Nov. 11

Get exclusive savings as the Golden State Warriors take on the Utah Jazz inside their brand-new home at Chase Center in San Francisco! Nov. 11 is the first UCOP/UC Health night of the 2019/2020 season.


10-Second Bio: Rakesh Singh, tropical vacation enthusiast

Meet Rakesh Singh, ITS senior consultant. When he’s not contemplating the impact of his work on staff across UC, he’s imagining his next excursion to one of the world’s most beautiful beaches.