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LeNaya Smith Crawford, The Holistic MFT

BSFO relaunches its popular meditation series

Due to overwhelmingly positive feedback in June, the UCOP Black Staff and Faculty Organization (BSFO) is relaunching its healing meditation series facilitated by LeNaya Smith Crawford, The Holistic MFT.


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Recharge and reset with virtual well-being classes

If you could use some support — or an excuse to get moving — check out these free physical and emotional well-being resources available through UC, including a new wellness program for UC Care members created by UC Irvine staff.


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Read Othello with the Shakespeare Club

All aspiring and seasoned thespians are invited to attend a friendly virtual cold reading on Wednesday, Sept. 15, at noon.


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Join Toastmasters for an open house this Thursday

Learn to develop your leadership skills by joining Toastmasters — affordable communication and leadership training in a friendly and supportive environment.


Safiya Umoja Noble, Ph.D., Associate Professor, UCLA Department of Information Studies

Dr. Safiya Umoja Noble to speak on racial and gender data discrimination

Safiya Umoja Noble, Ph.D., of UCLA will share her work on data discrimination and racial and gender bias in search engine algorithms. Learn about the implications for socially marginalized and over-surveilled populations.


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Reminder: Complete your COVID-19 Vaccination Policy compliance now

All UCOP employees must upload proof of COVID-19 vaccination or request an exemption now — regardless of when they plan to return to the office.


LinkedIn Learning challenge: Grow your executive presence

In a survey conducted by a leading technology research firm, executive presence was ranked second among the top 20 leadership skills needed for success. Learn the skills to develop yours through this month's LinkedIn Learning challenge.


You’re invited: 4th Annual UC Chicanx/Latinx Leadership Summit

Discuss strategies for advancing leadership and career pathways for Chicanx/Latinx professionals at this special systemwide event featuring keynote remarks from President Drake.


Vote on Sept. 14

Mark your calendar to vote next Tuesday, Sept. 14

Here's what you need to know to vote in the Sept. 14, 2021, election.


Take charge of your professional growth with these UCOP opportunities and resources

Here's what you need to know to take charge of advancing your own professional development.


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Check out this month’s hottest virtual classes

Build professional skills, find work-life balance and more with these live online courses from UCOP Learning and Development.