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Next Tuesday in Oakland: Celebrate UCOP community and learn about UC’s natural reserves

Next Tuesday, Oct. 24, build connection with your colleagues in Oakland at the UCOP Community and Connection Fair and NRS Day Fair.


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Explore perspectives on quiet quitting

Learn how to define quiet quitting, explore strategies to leverage this shift and get tangible steps for creating sustainable workplaces.


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New Oakland lodging options for V-card direct bill

People traveling to Oakland on university business now have the option to stay at the AC Hotel by Marriott and the Residence Inn Oakland. These hotels are located next to each other at 1431 Jefferson Street in downtown Oakland.


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Play bingo with OPSA this Friday, Oct. 20

Meet colleagues from UCOP and around UC while playing a fun online bingo game.


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President Drake to host his first in-person UCOP Town Hall

The first in-person UCOP Town Hall since the COVID-19 pandemic will take place on Nov. 8 at 10:30 a.m. PT.


Institutional research analyst Julienne Palbusa

10-Second Bio: Julienne Palbusa, NAIPISA Steering Committee member

Institutional Research Analyst Julienne Palbusa is a member of the Native American, Indigenous, and Pacific Islander Staff Association (NAIPISA) Steering Committee and a former Division I athlete! Learn what inspires Julienne at work, at home and within NAIPISA.


E. Tendayi Achiume, Alice Miñana Professor of Law at UCLA, is among this year's class of MacArthur Fellows.

One in four MacArthur ‘geniuses’ this year has UC bona fides

UC-affiliated experts are a perennial presence on the esteemed annual list of MacArthur Fellows.


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University of California statement on Mideast violence

University of California Board of Regents Chair Richard Leib and UC President Michael V. Drake, M.D., shared a statement in the wake of a violent weekend in the Middle East.


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Protect Your Digital Life – Be CyberSafe

Celebrate Cybersecurity Month by learning about and addressing security challenges to protect yourself and our university community.


OPSA Staff Engagement Meeting will feature Lalitha Sankaran with an anti-racism update

All staff are encouraged to attend to learn more about the progress of anti-racism work at UCOP.


Let’s get together: UCOP Community and Connection Fair in Oakland

Save the date and plan to attend the inaugural UCOP Community and Connection Fair, taking place in Oakland on Tuesday, Oct. 24.


BSFO Health and Wellness Month is here!

This year’s theme is “Whole Health Equity – Closing the Gap,” and all staff are invited to join in exploring health equity and practicing self-care.


Amy Levine

Save the dates: Making Power Moves and Take Charge courses return in January 2024

Boost your professional skills with two multi-session courses focusing on growing your leadership skills and planning your career trajectory.