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Why getting a flu vaccine is more important than ever in 2020

We may not have a vaccine for COVID-19, but we do have one for the flu. Help vulnerable populations this fall by getting your flu shot.


Special event: An election like no other

Join the UC Advocacy Network for a compelling event focused on what to expect this November and how your vote will matter.


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My new (ab)normal: Ginny Delaney, woodworker

While quarantining at home, Ginny has developed affinities for woodworking, “Lovecraft Country,” Svaha leggings and her mail carrier.


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COVID-19 self-care course series begins this week

The COVID-19 pandemic poses many challenges — for those with and without dependents, for managers and for individual contributors. In a new workshop series Ola Popoola offers tips for coping and resilience.


Celebrate National Cyber Security Month with UC!

This year’s all-virtual lineup includes an escape room, films, comedic improv — and more unexpected and informative content.


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Nominate women-identified professionals for UC WI by Oct. 14

The UC Women’s Initiative for Professional Development (UC WI) is an experiential professional development program offered to mid-career women-identified professionals who demonstrate the potential to advance their careers at UC.


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This Thursday: Learn about contemporary archives, security and storage

Celebrate Electronic Records Day virtually with informative talks from experts throughout the UC system.


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Postponed: Explore sustainable finances and investments

Join the UCOP Sustainability Group and Fidelity Financial for an exploration of UC’s sustainable investments and how to make your personal finances sustainable.


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Save the date: OPSA virtual Halloween celebration

On Oct. 30, the OP Staff Assembly welcomes all staff to attend a virtual Halloween celebration — including our popular costume contest.


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Wednesday, Sept. 30: Join the Shakespeare Club for “Richard II”

The UCOP Shakespeare Club meets intermittently to do a cold reading of Shakespeare’s plays — aspiring to boil down all swashbuckling and soliloquizing to one hour. Check it out!


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New, simpler performance appraisals coming in September

Introducing STEP: Staff Talent Evaluation Process, our new and simpler performance appraisal process.


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Nominations are open: UC Women’s Initiative for Professional Development

This experiential systemwide program for mid-career women-identified UC professionals is accepting nominations through Oct. 4. Here’s how the process works.


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Support for UCOP staff, particularly caregivers, during COVID-19

We are continuing to support employees throughout the pandemic by developing new resources to address the complex struggles of these unprecedented times. Learn how even the simple act of sharing an article can be the right spark at the right time.