Oakland employees: Franklin Building fire alarm drill scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 4
This required fire drill — focused on Floors 5, 6 and 7, of the Franklin building — will prepare UCOP staff to respond in the event of a real emergency.
25 November 2025 
Classes & Workshops, UC News
Bay Area UC staff are eligible for significant UC Davis graduate business degree scholarships
The nationally ranked UC Davis Graduate School of Management offers exclusive scholarships — worth up to $60,000 — for UC staff and their immediate family members.
25 November 2025
Classes & Workshops
Close 2025 on a productive note with December classes and workshops
There’s still time to squeeze in new skills before the year ends — and to sign up for January learning cohorts!
New webinars aim to support prospective UC students and their families
The events cover targeted career exploration, as well as financial aid guidance.
25 November 2025
Classes & Workshops, OP News
Get the AI skills you need to keep your professional skills up to date
New LinkedIn Learning collections can help you learn more about using artificial intelligence at work.
Join Toastmasters for an open house with guest speaker Gary McKinsey
Tune in by Zoom or join colleagues in Oakland for socializing opportunities and a complimentary lunch.
Oakland staff: Sign up for a Red Cross Blood Drive on Dec. 9
The U.S. is experiencing a blood shortage emergency and blood donors are urgently needed now.
25 November 2025
Celebrating Our Community, Events
Meet colleagues who will participate in the UCOP Craft Fair in Oakland
From artwork and decor to tasty treats and even plants, next week's craft fair will have something for everyone.
25 November 2025
Notices
Holiday-season reminders: Decorate safely and don’t send personal packages to UCOP
The holiday season is upon us! As you celebrate in the office, please take note of these timely reminders from UCOP Building Services.
18 November 2025
Celebrating Our Community, UC News
A message from UC President James B. Milliken: Marking 100 days together
Pres. Milliken shares how his time at UC to date has brought challenges, new experiences and inspiring moments with faculty, students and staff, as well as details about his new Substack.
Open Enrollment ends on Friday
Don't forget to enroll or make changes on UCPath by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 21.
