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Develop your tech skills at upcoming workshops

Build your software acumen through an upcoming technology workshop.


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Congratulations to the newest UCOP Accessibility Champions

Accessibility Champions demonstrate commitment to ensuring that UCOP websites and digital content are accessible to people with disabilities.


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‘The UC Effect’: Shaping the future of AI

A gathering in late February brought together minds from across UC to envision the university's role in shaping AI in service of the public good.


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UC advocates champion the role of humanities

The UC Federal Government Relations team helped organize a robust California contingent of advocates for the National Humanities Alliances’ humanities advocacy day in Washington, D.C.


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Can’t stop worrying? Why video games help

There’s a reason why video games are so good at capturing our attention — and research from UC Riverside suggests that they can have major benefits for our mental health.


President Michael V. Drake, MD

Ask your question for President Drake by 5 p.m. Tuesday

At the April 16 Town Hall, President Drake will provide brief opening remarks and then answer questions from UCOP staff.


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Trouble signing up for identity theft protection? Please wait to activate your account

Systemwide HR has received reports of problems setting up accounts and getting help from Experian’s customer services team.


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UCOP participates in Oakland public safety meeting

Martin Ticas reaffirms UCOP's commitment to, and advocacy for, creating a safer downtown Oakland workplace environment.  


Sign up for Oakland building evacuation training

Prepare for a potential emergency evacuation by registering for an upcoming in-person or virtual training session.


This Thursday: Learn to address subtle acts of exclusion

Join colleagues in exploring the subtle acts of exclusion framework and learning how to interrupt these acts.


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Plans for water equity in a warming world

Researchers are exploring ways to distribute California surface water more equitably among agriculture, cities and unincorporated communities, and the environment.


Celebrate Hanami in Oakland with APISA

Join APISA in celebrating cherry blossom season and the arrival of spring!