Last year, more than 150 staff members weighed in for our annual lunch poll of favorite lunch spots in Oakland. This year we’re expanding to all UCOP locations, and we want to hear from you!

On September 18, join the Black Staff and Faculty Organization in Oakland for a delicious lunch in support of their 2020 scholarship program. Save the date: All employees are invited!

Meet Development Analyst Nicola Gruen. In addition to being a professional violinist who once performed with Eric Clapton, she’s an East Bay native!

Meet Systemwide Human Resources Fellow Rhommel Canare. Originally from San Diego, he’s motivated by serving the public — and creating inspiring recipes.

Thanks to all of our readers who shared their favorite parks in our poll last week. Check out your colleagues’ responses and get ready for an adventure!

July is National Parks and Recreation Month. To celebrate, we’re asking our readers to share their favorite park! Participate in our poll — and, if you’re able, share a photo!

Wondering what to make for tonight’s meal? Brighten your dinner table with two fresh, delicious salad recipes from a UCOP colleague!

Meet Matt Hawk, senior counsel, construction. You may have spotted him on a calendar with Carmen Electra!

The HR representatives based at the UCPath Center provide a suite of relevant, essential and supportive resources to serve local managers and employees, as well as UC locations systemwide.

Do you have a favorite summer dish that’s always in the spotlight at your family’s barbecue or friends’ potluck? Share it with Link and it could be featured in an upcoming issue.

The HR representatives who lead compensation and payroll help ensure that all employees and managers are paid fairly and on time, as well as providing crucial business insight to UCOP leadership.

The HR representatives who lead talent acquisition, recognition and growth play a crucial role in UCOP’s investment in its employees — from finding qualified, passionate staff to fill open roles to developing existing staff and supporting employees in reaching their highest career aspirations.

UCOP Pride has provided advocacy, education and camaraderie for UCOP’s LGBTQI+ community for the past 20 years. Learn more about how this affinity group makes UC a great place to work.