UCOP’s next blood drive will take place on Wednesday, June 19. Sign up for an appointment, and learn why fellow staff members give — from a desire to help people in need to dramatic ways their lives have been touched by blood donations from strangers.

On Friday, June 14, UCOP Pride will host an ice cream social to support UCOP LGBTQ+ employees, allies and friends. Join the festivities, and take advantage of an Oakland Museum of California discount!

June 19 is Juneteenth — the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. Mark your calendar for an afternoon potluck with board games, and learn the history of this important date.

The popular new Chancellor Chats series welcomes UC Berkeley Chancellor Carol T. Christ as its second speaker. Catch her in Oakland or via Zoom on Wednesday, June 5.

UCPath staff recently demonstrated their support for their local community by volunteering with their families to help clean the city.

Update and refine your technology skills with professional development software classes. Keep your team on track, bring projects to life and learn best practices for data visualization, website administration, presentations and more.

Jolene Huey, executive compensation analyst for Systemwide HR, loves to travel. Next on her list? The Middle East.

Help drive the direction of staff leadership at UCOP by voting for new members to the OP Staff Assembly Steering Committee. Committee members facilitate dialogue between staff and leadership, drive change and support staff interests.

On June 11, join UC’s popular alumni series for seasoned guidance about navigating LGBTQ identities at work — from fostering inclusivity to being a great ally and mentoring others. All staff are welcome to participate.

This fall, UC Systemwide Human Resources will offer a new three-day conference for HR professionals, empowering them to pursue continued development as they chart a career path at UC.

If you’d like some company in your wellness journey, consider joining WW (Weight Watchers) at UCOP. Resources include weekly meetings, online tools and support from health-minded colleagues.

The UCSF LGBT Resource Center has planned several activities throughout the month of June, in recognition of Pride Month. OP employees are invited to attend, to march with Cal and to celebrate in Oakland. Mark your calendar!