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Bruce Macintosh, Ph.D.

Astrophysicist Bruce Macintosh appointed director of UC Observatories

Macintosh will begin his five-year term as director of UC Observatories on Sept. 1, 2022.


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Learn how to use and get the most from Smartsheet with a live virtual course

All UCOP staff can access a free license to Smartsheet. Learn how to use it to boost your productivity, project management and collaboration skills!


Southwest airplane

UC Travel Supplier Town Hall series continues with Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines will share updates about their service offerings and how they're working to be more sustainable.


Chaparral wildfire

More evidence that California weather is trending toward extremes

Patterns associated with wildfires are increasing in frequency, while those linked to “normal” rainfall are decreasing.


Help out with the new UCOP Oakland community garden

Visit the garden to collect produce and socialize with colleagues at a gardening session.


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This Friday: Play virtual bingo with OPSA

Join the OP Staff Assembly for a friendly game of virtual bingo, along with colleagues from several UC campuses.


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Learn to protect yourself during an active-shooter situation

Watch a helpful video, developed by the FBI, to learn how to follow the best practices of run, hide, fight. UCOP will soon host active-shooter webinars.


MPX (monkeypox) visualization

Answers to questions about MPX (monkeypox)

Learn more about MPX, including symptoms, self-protection and other important information.


Group of women talking on couches at UC Davis Medical center

Reminder: Employee Engagement Survey results town hall with EVP & COO Rachael Nava

Come hear about the survey results, action plans and how you can get involved.


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Apply by Aug. 31: UCOP Mentorship Program

Share and learn career skills and leadership practices, guide and navigate the UCOP culture and build new relationships at work.


UC Irvine Chancellor Howard Gillman meets with Vice President Kamala Harris

The discussion focused on how the recent Supreme Court decision to end the federally protected right to abortion will impact higher education.