Are you looking for an opportunity to connect with UCOP colleagues? Mark your calendar for these upcoming opportunities offered in Oakland, at UCPath and/or via Zoom!

Listings are organized by date and reflect Pacific Time. Select the event link to access more details (when available).

Tuesday, March 18

Red Cross Blood Drive
March 18, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Oakland Franklin Lobby 1
Blood is greatly needed. Join UCOP colleagues and retirees for Oakland’s first American Red Cross blood drive of the year. The Red Cross will conduct Hemoglobin A1C testing (pre-diabetes/diabetes test) and all donors will receive a free ticket to the Alameda County Fair. To sign up for an appointment, contact UCOP retiree Jan Kehoe. You can also contact Carlos Arias with additional questions.

Dr. Marsha J. Treadwell is among the educators participating in BSFO + PACSW’s Women’s History Month event.

Women Educating and Inspiring Other Generations
March 18, 12 to 1:30 p.m.
Join by Zoom
Join the Black Staff and Faculty Organization (BSFO) and President’s Advisory Committee on the Status of Women (PACSW) for a special virtual conversation with women leaders who are educating and inspiring future generations — Sonya Harris, M.Ed., owner of RESELF; Mia Settles-Tidwell, Ed.D., founder and president/CEO of Set-Up for Success; and Marsha J. Treadwell, Ph.D., co-director of the UCSF Sickle Cell Center of Excellence and co-chair of the UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals’ Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism Council.

Wednesday, March 19

LaSA will host a screening of the 2015 feature film “McFarland, USA”

LaSA César Chávez Day Event: “McFarland USA” Film Screening
March 19, 12 to 1 p.m. (Part 1);
April 2, 12 to 1 p.m. (Part 2)
Franklin 10325 + Zoom (Meeting ID: 957 0139 9742)
Join the Latinx Staff Association (LaSA) for a screening of “Mc Farland USA,” a 2015 film based on a true story about a 1987 cross country running team from a mainly Latino high school in McFarland, California. Light snacks will be served for Oakland participants. For questions, contact belinda.vea@ucop.edu.

PACSW Open House
March 19, 12:10 to 1 p.m.
Zoom
PACSW is seeking new members for its 2023-25 committee season and all non-represented, career employees are invited to apply. Members enjoy unique opportunities to participate in professional growth and networking activities; interact with high-level UCOP leaders; demonstrate leadership and advance women and family-friendly policies benefitting UCOP staff. Attend this open house to learn more. For Zoom info, contact pacsw-officers-l@listserv.ucop.edu.

Past APISA Chair Tony Yang and Ombudsperson Callale Concon will lead 3Practice Support Circles for UCOP staff.

3Practice Support Circle
March 19, 1 to 3 p.m.
Oakland Franklin 9405
A chaotic start to the new year in both national and worldwide events has left many of us feeling as though we could use a friendly ear and safe space to share our feelings. To help support the UCOP community, APISA is hosting a 3Practice Support Circle. Facilitated by APISA Past Chair Tony Yang and UCOP Ombudsperson Callale Concon, this virtual event will give participating colleagues an opportunity to share their current feelings and challenges. Register online here to participate.

UCOP Administrative Officers Group Meeting
March 19, 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Oakland Franklin Lobby 1 & Zoom
Join the UCOP Administrative Officers Group — a supportive community for UCOP staff in administrative roles who are eager to connect, share knowledge and collaborate with the goal of building a strong network where we can exchange insights, troubleshoot challenges and discover new resources together. These gatherings provide a space to share best practices, discuss updates, problem-solve as a team, and support one another in our roles. For questions, to RSVP or for Zoom info, contact Natalie Rios, Rachal Valtakis, or Jessica Hankins.

Thursday, March 20

Responsible Tech: Earth Hour Celebration & Discussion
March 20, 2025, 3 to 3:45 p.m.
Zoom
Join members of the UC Tech community for gathering in observance of Earth Hour, as we explore the critical topic of responsible technology in an increasingly complex tech landscape. Register for Earth Hour here. For questions, contact laurel.skurko@ucop.edu. 

UCOP Tableau User Group (TUG) Meeting
March 20, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Zoom
UCOP TUG is a community of UCOP staff interested in building and sharing their Tableau skills. This month’s meeting will feature Kathleen Wong on how she’s used Tableau for the UC Natural Reserve System, and Laura Armstrong for a workshopping session. To receive Zoom information or to hear about future events, please email andrea.belgrade@ucop.edu and mahsa.ashabi@ucop.edu.

Tuesday, March 25

PACSW Social – Oakland
March 25, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Broadway Conference Center
Join colleagues in connecting, engaging and celebrating Women’s History Month with PACSW! Meet colleagues, build networks and continue the conversation on advancing gender equity in the workplace. Contact marisa.strong@ucop.edu for more information.

Wednesday, March 26

PACSW Social – UCPath
March 26, Time TBD
3004 Executive Conference Room
Join UCPath PACSW members for a fun social gathering! Contact summer.alvarez@ucop.edu for more information.

Getting to Know You: UC Academic Senate Office
March 26, 12 to 1 p.m.
Oakland Franklin building, Lobby 1
Join the Academic Senate Office team for an engaging hour of information, conversation, networking, light refreshments and prizes! Don’t miss this fun opportunity to meet and connect with Oakland colleagues! For questions, contact Fredye Harms or Doug Kanigher.

Associate Vice President
Budget Analysis and Planning Cain Diaz will lead a conversation about UC’s systemwide budget.

UC’s Systemwide Budget Featuring Caín Díaz 
March 26, 12 to 1 p.m.
Oakland Broadway 4001 & Zoom (Meeting ID: 957 0139 9742)
Join the Latinx Staff Association and BSFO in welcoming Associate Vice President
Budget Analysis and Planning Caín Díaz for a conversation about UC’s systemwide budget. Snacks will be available for Oakland attendees. Download an event flyer. For questions, contact patricia.osorio-odea@ucop.edu.

AI & Third-Party Risk: Best Practices for Evaluating and Procuring AI Solutions
March 26, 12 to 1 p.m.
Zoom
Join the UC AI Council for the first event in its artificial intelligence webinar series. As AI adoption accelerates, UC must carefully manage third-party risks when evaluating and purchasing AI-powered solutions. This webinar provides a roadmap for assessing AI tools, ensuring privacy, security, and compliance while mitigating risks. Our panel will guide attendees through key stages of AI acquisition, from pre-adoption considerations and vendor assessments to procurement strategies and risk advisories, equipping decision-makers with best practices for informed AI purchasing. Register for the AI solutions webinar. For questions, contact aicouncil@ucop.edu.

Thursday, March 27

APISA featured speaker Bill Hing has pursued social justice through a combination of community work, litigation and scholarship.

This Is Wong-Kim Ark
March 27, 12 to 1 p.m.
Zoom
Join the Asian Pacific Islander Staff Association for a discussion with University of San Francisco Professor Bill Hing. He will discuss the case of Wong-Kim Ark who was denied reentry to the U.S. in 1895 after visiting China, as well as other cases related to immigration and asylum. Register for This Is Wong-Kim Ark and download an event flyer (jpg). For questions, contact tony.yang@ucop.edu.

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