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Calling all OP staff: Apply for the OP Staff Assembly Steering Committee and help make a difference

The nomination period for eight open seats for the upcoming two-year terms starts today (Tuesday, May 29) and continues through Monday, June 11.


For Mental Health Awareness Month, UC resources for employees

Answers to the most common questions employees ask and details about how your UC behavioral health plan can help you.


Announcing Take the Stairs survey results and prize winners

Almost 60 percent of respondents already use the stairs at least once a day, survey results showed. Respondents noted a number of barriers to taking the stairs, and UCOP's Healthy Campus Network committee is looking for opportunities to address the feedback.


UC honors student leadership efforts to improve campuses, communities

“Student activism and public service have been a hallmark of the University of California and its students for 150 years,” President Napolitano said.


Photo slideshow: Smiles for miles at UC Walks

Hundreds of UCOP staff members in Oakland and Riverside celebrated the return of UC Walks on May 16 by donning their walking shoes for an energetic group walk. In Oakland, 478 staff turned out for


How UC grads drive the state’s workforce

A UC diploma propels alums along a path of economic mobility that creates success for the entire state. Investing in UC is an investment in California’s future. The UC Advocacy Network (UCAN) is a community


May update on OP Restructuring Effort

In her latest update, President Napolitano detailed four additional restructuring options that will be reviewed in the coming weeks and months.


Stigma-Free UC webinar Wednesday: What is mental health awareness and what can we do better?

Award-winning speaker and author Ross Szabo, who is a wellness director at UCLA, will discuss how we can improve our efforts to raise awareness.


UC Walks is back! Get some exercise and boost your wellbeing Wednesday

Pick up your free T-shirt and other goodies, and don't forget to share your photos on Twitter and Instagram using #UCWalks.


Meet OP’s John Sims and his push for an “equal playing field”

After more than 30 years working in employment law, equal opportunity in the workplace is still what drives John Sims. “I want people to be treated fairly,” Sims said. “If everyone has equal opportunity, and


Want to help make a difference? Consider joining OPSA Steering Committee

“I enjoyed participating in the OP Staff Assembly because it made me feel more connected with the people at the University of California Office of the President. As a member and later as the


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Know before you go: Cyber safety tips for your summer travels

A good rule of thumb when traveling is to assume your devices will be lost, stolen, compromised, or even confiscated at an international border at some point during your trip, and to plan accordingly. Here are some tips.