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LaSA’s Cesar Chavez Activity Challenge starts this week

The Latino Staff Association (LaSA) invites all colleagues to participate in their annual Cesar Chavez Commemorative Virtual Activity Challenge. Get moving for a great cause!


LaSA announces the second annual Cesar Chavez Virtual Activity Challenge

For the second year in a row, the UCOP Latino Staff Association (LaSA) is hosting a Cesar Chavez Commemorative Virtual Activity Challenge, taking place from Feb. 7 - March 31, 2022. 


Lok Siu

GUEA welcomes Dr. Lok Siu on anti-Asian hate and bias

An expert in Asian diasporas and transnationalism, Dr. Siu will discuss racial violence, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and how communities can combat anti-Asian bia and violence.  


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Introducing the first UCOP Accessibility Champion Award recipients

The UCOP IT Accessibility Work Group recognizes colleagues who have demonstrated their commitment to ensuring that UCOP websites are accessible to people with disabilities.


GUEA introduces new Confronting Racism speaker series

Confronting Racism is a new program of virtual learning opportunities inspired by President Drake and the work of the UCOP Anti-Racism Task Force.


UCOP launches data loss prevention project

Cyber threats are on the rise. ITS is strengthening UCOP’s data security measures through a new data loss prevention software, Forcepoint.


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Due Aug. 31: STEP Checkpoint and new required training

The newest required STEP training will teach you how to use the GROW framework for a more meaningful conversation with your manager. Your next Checkpoint conversation must be completed by Aug. 31.


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UCOP denounces violence against the AAPI community; takes steps to increase security

UCOP addresses recent violent acts in the Oakland Chinatown community and shares safety tips for all staff.


10 UC teams receive annual Sautter Awards for IT innovation

The awards were presented Aug. 10, 2021 at the annual UC Tech Conference, hosted this year by UCLA.


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The Innovative Learning Technology Initiative relaunches as UC Online

UC Online enables students to take online courses at other UC campuses, at no charge, during the academic year, while receiving academic credit.


Barbara Cevallos

UCOP welcomes Barbara Cevallos as associate vice president and systemwide controller

Barbara, who comes from the University of Massachusetts, Office of the President, will bring more than 20 years of finance experience in higher education.


Paul Williams, incoming Associate Vice President and Chief Procurement Officer, UC Procurement

UC welcomes Paul Williams as associate vice president and chief procurement officer

Paul brings more than 25 years of sourcing and procurement expertise, including a special focus on supply chain diversity.