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18 October 2010 OP Headlines
President Barack Obama recently named UC San Diego Chancellor Marye Anne Fox and UC San Francisco researcher Stanley Prusiner National Medal of Science recipients! They are among only 10 this year to receive the highest national honor for scientists, engineers and inventors. Read more.
Join Dr. Mhel Kavanaugh-Lynch to learn critical tips about breast cancer screening. Read more.
Chemical and biomolecular engineering expert Jay Keasling, Ph.D., will visit OP and tell us about how he's working to turn trash into oil.
17 October 2010 OP Headlines
UCOP will participate in the largest earthquake drill ever held in California on October 21. Please practice “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” for 60 seconds. Learn more.
11 October 2010 OP Headlines
The authors of California Crackup will talk about the roots of California's dysfunctional government and their ideas for change during a 12 p.m. brown bag session on Oct. 15 in the old Credit Union.
The co-authors of California Crackup will talk about ideas for improving California's dysfunctional government. Nathan Brostrom, EVP for business operations, personally invited Paul and Mathews to speak to UCOP staff at this October 15 brown-bag, scheduled for 12 p.m. in the old Credit Union space in the Franklin Building.
Read the letter from Dwaine Duckett, vice president for Human Resources, outlining the 2011 medical plans and rates.
On October 21, UCOP will be joining over 6.6 million Californians in the largest earthquake drill ever – “The Great California ShakeOut.” At 10:21 a.m., the floor wardens or the PA system at UCOP-occupied buildings will announce an “Earthquake Drill.” All UCOP employees will be requested to participate and practice “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” for 60 seconds.
Four upcoming classes can help you develop your presentation skills, learn to be more effective in communicating with your team, or strengthen your business writing. Improving your communication skills will allow you to be more efficient, effective and persuasive.
8 October 2010 OP Headlines
Make the most of your UC Retirement Savings Program by taking one or more financial education classes this fall, or drop by the Retirement Savings Program Help Desk. Fidelity is offering classes and events through December.
On October 21, UCOP will participate in the largest earthquake drill ever held in California. Employees will be requested to participate and practice “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” for 60 seconds. Learn more.
5 October 2010 OP Headlines
Attend the UCOP Cares meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 6, at noon in Franklin 6113 to talk about volunteer or giving opportunities. For more information, contact Trish Hare, Strategic Resource coordinator, at Trish.Hare@ucop.edu or (510) 987-9124.
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