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UC Startup Innovation Challenge

Applications are now accepted for the UC Startup Innovation Challenge

If you’ve been spending time outside the office launching a start-up company or helping one grow, this one’s for you.


5 things you need to know about Lakeside Speakeasy Toastmasters

Have you ever thought about joining Toastmasters? Learn how to join and how it could help build your in-person and virtual communications skills.


Get ready for the Great ShakeOut on Thursday

Our annual earthquake drill is a perfect time to make sure your emergency notifications, plan and kit are up to date. Here’s what you need to know to keep yourself and your family safe.


How to secure your devices at home and at work

Securing devices from hackers and other bad actors online is extremely important. Use these basic tips you can use to stay safe — and join us for Cyber Security Month events.


This Friday: Join a virtual bingo game with OPSA

The OP Staff Assembly will host a fun virtual teambuilding activity for staff at all UCOP locations.


Jennifer Doudna wins 2020 Nobel Prize in chemistry

The award recognizes the development of CRISPR-Cas9, a genome editing breakthrough that has revolutionized biomedicine.


President Drake welcomes the UC community in starting the academic year

Despite challenges posed by COVID-19, UC continues to forge ahead with a clear mission: education, research and public service for the good of the people of California, the nation and the world.


Andrea Ghez

UCLA and UC Berkeley faculty share the 2020 Nobel Prize in Physics

Andrea Ghez and Reinhard Genzel will share half the 2020 Nobel in Physics for the discovery of a supermassive compact object at the center of our galaxy.


UCOP Anti-Racism Task Force focus groups and survey

The Office of the President Anti-Racism Task Force asks employees to share their thoughts towards becoming an anti-racist workplace by participating in focus groups and a survey.


What if 2020 is the year of “The Big One,” too?

This has been an unprecedented year, but earthquakes can occur at any time, and it’s essential to be prepared. In advance of the Great ShakeOut on Oct. 15, here’s what you need to know to protect yourself and your loved ones.