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Black History Month public safety panelists

BSFO welcomes national experts for panel on reimagining public safety

Calls to “defund the police” dominated headlines in 2020. This Wednesday, Feb. 17, BSFO brings together a panel of experts from academia and law enforcement to envision an equitable design for the future of public safety.


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10 tips for handling difficult conversations at work

Check out this advice for better workplace conversations, including setting yourself up for success, navigating challenging topics, finding common ground and more.


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What Hollywood gets wrong (and right!) about asteroids

In the newest episode of UC’s award-winning Fig. 1 video series, meet Kirsten Howley, the real-life Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory astrophysicist working to prevent “Armageddon.”


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UCOP is launching a COVID-19 vaccine program for staff

In partnership with UCSF Health and UC Riverside Health, our vaccine program will soon start in our Oakland and Riverside locations for eligible staff.


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Tips for having a meaningful STEP checkpoint conversation

Your first STEP checkpoint conversation is on the calendar, you have written out all of your updates and comments — and now you have to prepare for the conversation.


Celebrate Black History Month with events at all UC campuses

UC is recognizing Black History Month throughout February. Recognize Black History Month with your colleagues — wherever you are — by checking out our roundup of virtual events taking place throughout UC.


Continuing the Conversation on Race presents Beyond Either/Or

Here’s what you need to know about creating conversations about race that are bold, authentic and growth-oriented.


President Drake

Reminder: President Drake will discuss UC priorities at the PPIC this Thursday

The prestigious Public Policy Institute of California has invited President Drake to share his vision for the future of the university.


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Sustainability at Home: Creating a spring herb and vegetable garden

The UCOP Sustainability Affinity Group begins its spring speaker series on Wednesday with a presentation by UC Master Gardener Shilpa Thanawala.


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Get ready for your STEP checkpoint with a refresher on UC’s Core Competencies

When you review your performance as part of your checkpoint conversation, you’ll be asked to review and provide updates on your chosen competencies. Here’s a reminder of what each category means.


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Need help with UCOP processes? Show up for office hours.

Here are drop-in hours to get live virtual support on topics that impact your performance, Zoom use and accounting concerns.