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A message from President Drake on the anniversary of George Floyd’s murder

President Drake shares how, as a university community, we can do our part to exemplify antiracism best practices and commit ourselves to lead.


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Fig. 1 presents: Here’s why the COVID-19 vaccine is safe

COVID vaccines arrived with historic speed, but the science behind them isn’t knew. Here’s how we created them.


Last chance: Apply for the OPSA Steering Committee

Applications are accepted through May 26, 2021 — submit yours today and help make UCOP an even better workplace.


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An update on returning to the office and working remotely

Find out what UCOP is doing to determine how we’ll work in the future.


President Michael V. Drake, MD

President Drake approves 2021-22 salary increases for policy-covered staff

President Drake has approved a general 3% salary increase for policy-covered staff and academic appointees for the 2021-2022 fiscal year.


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Take charge of your growth: UCOP opportunities

Check out these tools, tips and resources you can use to advance your professional development.


Wednesday: Learn how volunteering can advance your career

In addition to presenting a great opportunity to help others, volunteering can be a great way to expand your network and develop additional skills.


Save the dates: BSFO Juneteenth events

The Black Staff and Faculty Organization has many plans in motion in celebration of Juneteenth — June 19, 2021.


Jim LeBrecht

ECAS presents award-winning filmmaker Jim LeBrecht this Wednesday

Jim, a UC San Diego alumnus, co-directed and co-produced the 2021 Oscar-nominated feature-length documentary, “Crip Camp,” about a summer camp for disabled teens.


Learn UCOP tech tools: Box, advanced Zoom, Excel techniques and more!

Do you know how to get the most from UCOP’s software? Learn to maximize your productivity with helpful resources and tips.


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Tuesday: Meet UCOP Ombudsperson Bodi Regan

Have you been curious about UCOP’s new Ombuds Office? If so, join the OP Staff Assembly and UCOP Human Resource for a special presentation: What is the Ombuds Office?


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A new generation of storytellers emerges at UCLA

How UCLA’s Center for EthnoCommunications brings Asian-American perspectives to life.


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Friendly reminder about funding for UCOP retirement parties and gifts

As you plan to celebrate retiring colleagues, please note that retirement gifts and festivities must be funded entirely with personal gifts.