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President Napolitano approves continuation of merit pay program for non-represented staff

Among the criteria, non-represented employees with a 2018 annual performance rating of “development needed/new and learning (tracking up)” or higher are eligible for a possible merit increase.


Forest

What’s your favorite park?

July is National Parks and Recreation Month. To celebrate, we’re asking our readers to share their favorite park! Participate in our poll — and, if you’re able, share a photo!


Local HR

Local HR lunch and learn: In Oakland and online

On July 25, from 12-1 p.m., join local HR for a lunch and learn. At this event, you can meet members of the local HR team and learn more about how we can support you.


Computer Support

Box Drive is coming to UCOP this month

Be on the lookout this month for information about Box Drive — a new cloud-based file storage system that will replace Box Sync. You will receive an email giving you instructions on when Box will be installed and how to sign in. No preparation is necessary.


Angela Davis

Angela Davis to be inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame

The UC Santa Cruz distinguished professor emerita will be inducted this September, in recognition of her historic achievements in activism, scholarship and social justice that have inspired people around the world.


Person Learning

New course: Building Strong Work Relationships

Building excellent interpersonal communication skills is a no-brainer for success in a multitude of career paths. Offered in Oakland and online, a new course gives you the tools you need to nourish collaborative and productive work relationships.


Jeanette Price

Fresh summer recipes from Jeanette Price

Wondering what to make for tonight’s meal? Brighten your dinner table with two fresh, delicious salad recipes from a UCOP colleague!


New Furniture

New Oakland furniture: Last chance to preview and comment

The new Oakland furniture preview has been extended through July 19. View sample workspaces, read FAQs, share your feedback in a survey and get ready for the next steps.


10-Second Bio: Matt Hawk, lawyer, MTV actor and theatre geek

Meet Matt Hawk, senior counsel, construction. You may have spotted him on a calendar with Carmen Electra!


Five great reasons to deal with your records now

Have you been procrastinating at organizing your files for off-site storage? Please take a deep breath and breathe in. Then remember: We all have a lot of files and we’re all in this together. It’s up to each of us to be organized and ready to move.


Chancellor Kim Wilcox brings the world of Riverside to UCOP

On Wednesday, July 10, Chancellor Wilcox headlined the third Chancellor Chat at UCOP. His inspiring and lighthearted address was filled with passion for his campus and UC.