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Apply today for the 2025-2026 UCOP Leadership Development Program

Are you an experienced manager? Check out this opportunity to become a student of leadership while taking ownership of your learning journey.


There’s still time to sign up for July classes and workshops

No matter what skillset you’re trying to improve, free classes and workshops offered through UCOP can help you reach your professional goals.


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President Drake approves 2025-26 salary increases for policy-covered employees

The 3.2% salary increase for policy-covered staff and academic appointees at all locations recognizes employees' extraordinary efforts.


Congress weighs deep cuts to federal student financial aid, Medicaid programs

UC leaders are speaking out against proposals that will make it harder for thousands of UC students to pay for college and could result in at least 1.7 million Californians losing health care coverage.


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Inaugural UCOP Lean Six Sigma Green Belt cohort delivers big wins

Our first Lean Six Sigma Green Belt cohort delivered projects that streamline operations and enhance service.


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Veterans Among US volunteers at Riverside community event

VAUS gathered members, colleagues, their families and their friends together to honor the lives of local deceased service members.


Tuesday and Wednesday: Fun employee events in Oakland

Take a spin at BSFO's West African dance class and celebrate Pride Month with tasty ice cream treats!


Coming soon: A new way to connect — introducing Zoom Phone!

UCOP is moving from Cisco Unified Communications and Jabber telephony to feature-rich Zoom Phone by the end of 2025.


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UC scientists are working to reinvent anesthesia

UCSF researchers are scouring millions of compounds — with help from tiny zebrafish — to create anesthetics safe enough to use without an anesthesiologist.


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A UC spine doctor shares back care advice

Dr. Patricia Zheng has the spine care tips you need, from prioritizing movement to reducing pain, a back-healthy diet and the pros and cons of exercise.