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6 March 2011
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Register for UCOP’s WorkFit classes today

WorkFit has something for everyone and at every level. In fact, more than half of all WorkFit participants had no previous formal exercise program. Classes are offered at both the Franklin and Kaiser building locations and include Stretch & Release, Circuit Training, Crazy about Core and Yoga.

28 February 2011
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MSAP applications due Wednesday, March 23

The UC Management Skills Assessment Program takes place May 2-6, 2011, at Asilomar Conference Grounds. Apply by March 23.

15 February 2011
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Black History Month continues with Franklin lobby exhibit

Check out the display cases near the Franklin lobby elevators for a new display honoring eight black inventors, sponsored by UCOP's Black Staff/Faculty Organization in honor of Black History Month 2011. More posters will be added to the display this week featuring African Americans directly affiliated with UC.

15 February 2011
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Online training available in employee development skills

Learn how to improve employee performance by increasing your effectiveness and efficiency in developing direct reports. This is an online course that you can take at your own desktop by logging on to the UC Learning Center.

15 February 2011
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February issue of Academic Senate newsletter now available

The February 2011 issue of The Senate Source newsletter is now available. Published quarterly by the Systemwide Senate, The Senate Source is the voice of the Academic Senate, one of the branches of the university’s governing structure.

24 January 2011
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Social Security withholding rate reduced in 2011

Monthly paid employees will notice a change in their February 1 paychecks due to reduced Social Security withholding for 2011 from 6.2 percent to 4.2 percent. Because the change was not implemented in time to affect the January 3, 2011 paycheck, monthly employees paid on that date were subject to Social Security withholding tax at the old rate. Employees will be refunded the difference in the Feb. 1 paycheck.

21 January 2011
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Know a teen who love math and science?

Students in grades 8- 12 have a chance to spend four weeks at a UC campus this summer learning about astronomy, biomedical sciences, engineering, robotics and more, through the COSMOS program. Learn more at a COSMOS information session at noon Feb. 3 in Franklin Building, Room 10325.

10 January 2011
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Matt Leet’s Top 10 reasons why a sweater is better than a space heater

Spoiler alert! Reason Number One: Sweaters are permitted. Sorry, but space heaters are not. Read the full list for references to Mr. Rogers, toasters, cats and the importance of accessorizing, not necessarily in that order.

11 October 2010
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Now is the time to maximize payroll deductions

With the final few paydates for 2010 approaching, now is the time to plan if you wish to maximize your pre-tax contributions to the UC Retirement Savings Program's 403(b) and 457(b) plans for this calendar (taxable) year, or to make changes. Read on for details.

24 September 2010
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Cyber security is a shared responsibility at UC

Do your part by never giving out your password. UCOP passwords allow access to University data, which may include information about other people and computing resources. Treat your password as restricted information that requires the highest level of security protection.

21 June 2010
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Become a UCOP fire warden

UCOP is seeking volunteer fire wardens for the Franklin building. The wardens help ensure that all staff members are safely evacuated from the building during an emergency. Not only do volunteers get the satisfaction of being a leader in the health and safety of fellow co-workers during an evacuation, but they also gain useful knowledge for handling emergency situations. Sign up by e-mailing fire-life safety director Matthew Leet at: Matthew.Leet@ucop.edu.

21 June 2010
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Get the facts on UC’s whistleblower policies and protections

The University has a responsibility to conduct its affairs ethically and in compliance with the law. If you suspect that a UC employee is engaged in improper governmental activities, you should know that UC has policies to "blow the whistle" and to protect you from retaliation if the need arises.

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