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Van Williams

Van Williams appointed as UC’s next CIO and VP for ITS

EVP/COO Rachael Nava sent the following message to all UCOP staff on Aug. 24, 2021. You can also read an interview with Van Williams by Jeané Blunt, IT communications and UC FCC licensing coordinator


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Reminder: Complete your COVID-19 Vaccination Policy compliance by Sept. 1

All UCOP employees must upload proof of COVID-19 vaccination or request an exemption by this deadline — regardless of whether you plan to return to the office.


Jose Hernandez

UC welcomes Jose Hernandez as new regent

University of California Board of Regents Chair Cecilia V. Estolano and President Michael V. Drake, M.D., welcomed Gov. Gavin Newsom’s appointment of Jose Hernandez to UC’s governing board.


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Build your hybrid workplace skills with these opportunities

UCOP Learning and Development offers many resources to help you succeed in a hybrid work environment.


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Explore UC’s supplemental health plans

Could a supplemental health plan be a good option for you? Find out more about how these plans work.


Diane Ngo

Meet UCSF’s Diane Ngo, artist and disability advocate

A program manager in the Department of Surgery at UCSF, Diane is a passionate advocate for colleagues and students who experience disabilities, as well as an accomplished artist.


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Courtesy notice regarding annual systemwide payroll disclosure

UC is conducting its annual disclosure of systemwide employee compensation for the calendar year 2020.


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UC research: Cats prefer to get free meals

When given the choice between a free meal and performing a task for a meal, cats would prefer the meal that doesn’t require much effort.


UCOP return to on-site operations date extended to January 2022

Due to the nationwide surge in COVID-19 cases, and evolving guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other public health authorities, UCOP has revised its reopening plans.


President Drake in his Oakland office

VIDEO: President Drake’s first-year reflections

President Drake has released a new video to commemorate his first year as president of UC. Watch it here!


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Due Aug. 31: STEP Checkpoint and new required training

The newest required STEP training will teach you how to use the GROW framework for a more meaningful conversation with your manager. Your next Checkpoint conversation must be completed by Aug. 31.


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Catch UC’s Olympic highlights from the 2020 Summer Games

Despite extraordinary circumstances, the Tokyo Olympics put on a show, with UC-affiliated athletes winning 37 medals. Catch up with our extraordinary athletes.


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UC releases its Community Safety Plan

The UC Community Safety Plan creates a framework for improving safety throughout the university.