You are invited! Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the UC Natural Reserve System when NRS staff cuts birthday cake in the Franklin lobby 12 to 1 p.m., this Thursday, Jan. 22.

Join Education Partnerships for another event when astrophysicist, educator, science communicator and inventor Hakeem Oluseyi gives a talk entitled "Helping Students Reach for the Stars."

Learn how to participate in the UC Oakland Partnership volunteer day of community service at the Alameda County Community Food Bank, this Wednesday, Jan. 21, from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.

UCOP’s WorkFit program is now well under way, with classes at both Franklin and Kaiser locations and three membership options to accommodate your schedule.

Get acquainted with Staff Advisors Donna Coyne and Deidre (De) Acker, and learn about what their roles entail.

Learn all about UC’s travel and entertainment expense policy and reimbursement process on rental cars.

Discover the Weight Watchers proven approach to losing weight. You can participate with your co-workers, right here at the Franklin building.

Donate blood when the bloodmobile returns to UCOP today, Tuesday, Dec. 16, from 8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact Jan Kehoe right away at (510) 987-9692 or Jan.Kehoe@ucop.edu if you're interested, as appointments fill quickly.

OP's Asian Pacific Islander Staff Association is hosting a holiday potluck for its final meeting of the year tomorrow, Wednesday, Dec. 17, noon to 1 p.m. in Franklin 9204.

It's almost time for the Winter Celebration. You'll have an opportunity to party with your colleagues and support families through the East Oakland Community Project.

If you're interested in the Take Charge program, specifically designed for administrative and support staff to advance their careers, apply by this Friday, Dec. 12.