BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Link: UCOP's e-newsletter - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://link.ucop.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Link: UCOP's e-newsletter REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 DTSTART:19701029T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:19700402T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=2SU END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230203T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230203T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125614 CREATED:20230122T210818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230122T210818Z UID:10007825-1675432800-1675436400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Job Builder by JDX: Employee Training DESCRIPTION:Learn how to navigate and use all the features of UCOP Job Builder by JDX. \nAttend via Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/96516235918 \n\nMeeting ID: 965 1623 5918\nNo passcode required URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/job-builder-by-jdx-employee-training/2023-02-03/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250905T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250905T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250805T001036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T001036Z UID:10012813-1757077200-1757080800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:People Leader Forum: Sep - Steady Leadership in Turbulent Times DESCRIPTION:Steady Leadership in Turbulent Times: Psychological Tools for Navigating Volatility\, Uncertainty\, Complexity\, and Ambiguity (VUCA) In today’s fast-changing world\, leaders are constantly faced with unpredictability\, high-stakes decisions\, and pressure to maintain stability. How do you stay steady when the ground beneath you keeps shifting? Join Dr. Ana Dolatabadi from the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) for this one-hour training designed specifically for leaders navigating uncertainty. You’ll gain practical\, psychology-based strategies to: – Focus on what you can control—and let go of what you can’t – Cultivate stability for yourself and your team during times of change – Reduce stress when facing unknowns – Avoid common leadership pitfalls in volatile environments – Learn from real-world examples of leaders who have successfully weathered difficult times This is a chance to reframe your mindset\, build resilience\, and lead with confidence no matter what comes your way. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/people-leader-forum-sep-steady-leadership-in-turbulent-times/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development,Training ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250804T233708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T233708Z UID:10012811-1758106800-1758110400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Box Fundamentals DESCRIPTION:This course will give you an overview of Box\, the cloud-based service that provides secure file storage and file sharing. \n\nHow to use Box\nHow to collaborate with UCOP and non-UCOP people\nCommenting directly on files\, folder permissions\, shared links\, and many other tips that will help you when using Box.\n\nAdministrators from IT will be on hand to answer your questions and review the best features of Box. More info on Box can always be accessed on our webpage URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/box-fundamentals-30/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development,Training ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250923T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250923T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250804T233919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T234723Z UID:10012812-1758621600-1758628800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:GROWing Your Check In Conversations for Managers DESCRIPTION:GROWing your Check-in Conversations for Managers is a required two-hour virtual live workshop that provides managers with an opportunity to practice using the GROW model in STEP check-ins. Instructors will share tips and strategies for providing clear\, thoughtful and constructive feedback to employees. Specifically\, this training offers best practices on effective feedback and coaching conversations\, and provides managers time for sharing and an opportunity to practice having Check-in conversations using the GROW coaching model.\nThis is part one of a two part required series on Check-in conversations for managers/supervisors. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/growing-your-check-in-conversations-for-managers-14/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development,Training ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250924T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250924T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250805T001252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T001252Z UID:10012814-1758704400-1758715200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Delivery Skills for Connecting with Your Audience DESCRIPTION:For many\, public speaking and giving formal and informal presentations can be uncomfortable and daunting. Luckily\, delivery skills ca be practiced and improved on with each presentation. This session will focus on identifying anxieties about presenting and how to prepare for them\, explore different presentation styles and techniques to engage with your audience\, and tips and tricks to making your next presentation a success! This session will be interactive and participants are asked to bring a recent presentation\, outline\, or presentation idea to practice. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/delivery-skills-for-connecting-with-your-audience-3/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development,Training ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250926T121000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250926T125500 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250805T001928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T001928Z UID:10012815-1758888600-1758891300@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:UCOP Wellbeing Lunch and Chat: Vulnerability & Resilience DESCRIPTION:Take a mindful pause in your day and join us for this virtual monthly series for individual and collective wellbeing. There will be space for reflection\, discussion\, and real-life application. Bring your lunch\, curiosity and a willingness to connect. All are welcome! \nImagine you’re feeling inadequate after a critical comment from your supervisor. Instead of going down the rabbit hole with this narrative\, you can transform negative self-talk to constructive reflections by reframing the story. (Learnings based on the work of Brene Brown) URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/ucop-wellbeing-lunch-and-chat-vulnerability-resilience/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251001T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251001T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250823T005613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T010108Z UID:10013278-1759309200-1759320000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Excel Power Pivot - Session 1 DESCRIPTION:Advance your Excel skills with learning Power Pivot. In this class you will: Become familiar with the PowerPivot application and import data. Manipulate data in a PowerPivot worksheet. Create reports using PowerPivot data. Use DAX functions in PowerPivot. Distribute PowerPivot Data.  This is the first of two sessions.  Must attend both sessions to complete course. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/excel-power-pivot-session-1-3/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250823T011003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T011003Z UID:10013281-1759399200-1759406400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Change Essentials\, Session 1 DESCRIPTION:Change Essentials is based on the best-selling book\, Our Iceberg Is Melting: Changing and Succeeding Under Any Conditions\, by Dr. John Kotter and Holger Rathgeber. Dr. Kotter’s research revealed eight key steps and four critical leadership principles that\, when applied effectively\, help to ensure successful change. This three-part workshop will provide you with a foundational level of knowledge and skill to help you identify strategies to apply those steps and principles to a current or anticipated change within a department\, or as part of a broader organizational change initiative. This is the first of 3 sessions. Attendance is required for all three sessions.  Thursdays Oct 2\, Oct\, 9\, Oct 16 URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/change-essentials-session-1/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development,Training ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251003T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251003T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250826T165709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T215024Z UID:10013288-1759496400-1759500000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:People Leader Forum: Managing Newer Professionals DESCRIPTION:The People Leaders The People Leaders Forum is a monthly opportunity for people managers to connect with one another to develop leadership skills\, build community\, share best practices\, swap strategies for navigating current challenges and learn to better support themselves and their teams. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/people-leader-forum-building-effective-teams/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251007T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251007T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250903T204811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T204811Z UID:10013292-1759831200-1759838400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Smartsheet Essentials: Project Planning Made Easy DESCRIPTION:Learn the core skills needed to manage projects effectively using Smartsheet. This foundational session is designed for new users and project managers seeking to understand how to leverage Smartsheet for project planning and execution. Through practical demonstrations and hands-on activities\, participants will gain the knowledge to set up and manage projects confidently\, using features such as Gantt charts\, task assignments\, and resource allocation. This workshop focuses on the essentials\, helping participants create organized workflows and understand best practices for using Smartsheet in real-world scenarios. Whether you’re planning a single project or managing multiple teams\, this session equips you with the tools to stay on track and deliver successful outcomes. Key Takeaways: \n• Understand Smartsheet’s project management basics\, including workspaces and sheet creation. \n• Build and manage Gantt charts with dependencies and critical paths. \n• Assign tasks and manage resources effectively. \n• Explore Smartsheet templates for efficient project planning. \n• Learn best practices for reporting project progress. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/smartsheet-essentials-project-planning-made-easy/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251007T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251007T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250826T164934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T164934Z UID:10013287-1759845600-1759847400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Mentorship Program Information Session DESCRIPTION:Come learn about the 2026 UCOP Mentorship Program. The Mentorship Program is an exciting opportunity to share and learn career skills and leadership practices\, guide and navigate the UCOP culture\, and establish long term professional relationships. The goal of the Mentorship Program is to create mentor–mentee pairings that provide a supportive structure for UCOP employees to cultivate contacts\, explore challenges and enhance their effectiveness as they grow both personally and professionally. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/mentorship-program-information-session-4/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250823T010405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T010405Z UID:10013279-1759914000-1759924800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:UCOP Excel Power Pivot Session 2 DESCRIPTION:Advance your Excel skills with learning Power Pivot. In this class you will: Become familiar with the PowerPivot application and import data. Manipulate data in a PowerPivot worksheet. Create reports using PowerPivot data. Use DAX functions in PowerPivot. Distribute PowerPivot Data.  This is the second session of two sessions.  Session 1 is a prerequisite. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/ucop-excel-power-pivot-session-2/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development,Training ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251009T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251009T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250823T011225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T011225Z UID:10013282-1760004000-1760011200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Change Essentials\, session 2 DESCRIPTION:Change Essentials is based on the best-selling book\, Our Iceberg Is Melting: Changing and Succeeding Under Any Conditions\, by Dr. John Kotter and Holger Rathgeber. Dr. Kotter’s research revealed eight key steps and four critical leadership principles that\, when applied effectively\, help to ensure successful change. This three-part workshop will provide you with a foundational level of knowledge and skill to help you identify strategies to apply those steps and principles to a current or anticipated change within a department\, or as part of a broader organizational change initiative. This is the second of 3 sessions. Attendance at  session 1 is a perquisite.  Attendance is required for all three sessions.  Thursdays Oct 2\, Oct\, 9\, Oct 16 URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/change-essentials-session-2/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development,Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250903T210812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T210812Z UID:10013293-1760518800-1760529600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Excel Intermediate/ Advance-Session 1 DESCRIPTION:Microsoft Excel has hundreds of features and hundreds of functions. Getting the right feature\, at the right time\, used in the right way\, in the right sequence is very often a problem. In this three-hour session you will become aware of a few core Excel features that you can use right away and that other capabilities do exist that you can build on later as your Excel knowledge increases. Knowledge gaps will be filled in and you can rapidly build your skill-sets around the featured tools in this class. We start with these features\, and if time permits\, cover other interesting features. \n• SumIFs\, AveregeIFs\, CountIFs : Get what you need from your data with minimal effort \n• Tables (with structured referencing): Look good and be organized \n• Pivot Tables: The easiest\, best method to get unexpected and expected answers from you giant\, messy data set \nThis is the first of two sessions.  Both sessions are required to get credit for the course. \nOct 15: 9 am- 12 pm (PST) \nOct 22: 9 am -12 pm (PST) URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/excel-intermediate-advance-session-1/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251016T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251016T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250823T011435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T011537Z UID:10013283-1760608800-1760616000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Change Essentials\, session 3 DESCRIPTION:Change Essentials is based on the best-selling book\, Our Iceberg Is Melting: Changing and Succeeding Under Any Conditions\, by Dr. John Kotter and Holger Rathgeber. Dr. Kotter’s research revealed eight key steps and four critical leadership principles that\, when applied effectively\, help to ensure successful change. This three-part workshop will provide you with a foundational level of knowledge and skill to help you identify strategies to apply those steps and principles to a current or anticipated change within a department\, or as part of a broader organizational change initiative. This is the third of 3 sessions. Attendance at  sessions 1 and 2 are a perquisite.  Attendance is required for all three sessions.  Thursdays Oct 2\, Oct\, 9\, Oct 16 URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/change-essentials-session-3/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development,Training ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251016T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251016T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250912T224237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T224237Z UID:10013302-1760619600-1760623200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:UCOP Safety: Basic Awareness DESCRIPTION:Melissa Collins\, Program Manager for Security\, Risk and Resilience\, will facilitate this 30-minute live virtual class that will provide basic safety tips to help employees feel informed\, alert\, and safe as they travel to and from the workplace. Extra time will be allotted for questions and feedback. Melissa recently joined UCOP after serving 20 years with the UC San Diego Police Department\, retiring as a lieutenant\, and is a safety expert. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/ucop-safety-basic-awareness-4/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251021T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251021T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20251001T234447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T234447Z UID:10013328-1761040800-1761048000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Smartsheet Essentials: Project Planning Made Easy DESCRIPTION:Learn the core skills needed to manage projects effectively using Smartsheet. This foundational session is designed for new users and project managers seeking to understand how to leverage Smartsheet for project planning and execution. Through practical demonstrations and hands-on activities\, participants will gain the knowledge to set up and manage projects confidently\, using features such as Gantt charts\, task assignments\, and resource allocation. This workshop focuses on the essentials\, helping participants create organized workflows and understand best practices for using Smartsheet in real-world scenarios. Whether you’re planning a single project or managing multiple teams\, this session equips you with the tools to stay on track and deliver successful outcomes. Key Takeaways: • Understand Smartsheet’s project management basics\, including workspaces and sheet creation. • Build and manage Gantt charts with dependencies and critical paths. • Assign tasks and manage resources effectively. • Explore Smartsheet templates for efficient project planning. • Learn best practices for reporting project progress. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/smartsheet-essentials-project-planning-made-easy-2/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250903T211018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T211018Z UID:10013294-1761123600-1761134400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Excel Intermediate/Advanced- Session 2 DESCRIPTION:Microsoft Excel has hundreds of features and hundreds of functions. Getting the right feature\, at the right time\, used in the right way\, in the right sequence is very often a problem. In this three-hour session you will become aware of a few core Excel features that you can use right away and that other capabilities do exist that you can build on later as your Excel knowledge increases. Knowledge gaps will be filled in and you can rapidly build your skill-sets around the featured tools in this class. We start with these features\, and if time permits\, cover other interesting features. \n• SumIFs\, AveregeIFs\, CountIFs : Get what you need from your data with minimal effort \n• Tables (with structured referencing): Look good and be organized \n• Pivot Tables: The easiest\, best method to get unexpected and expected answers from you giant\, messy data set \nThis is the second of two sessions.  Both sessions are required to get credit for the course. \nOct 15: 9 am- 12 pm (PST) \nOct 22: 9 am -12 pm (PST) URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/excel-intermediate-advanced-session-2-3/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251023T121000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251023T125500 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250912T225653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T234044Z UID:10013305-1761221400-1761224100@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:UCOP Wellbeing Lunch and Chat: Strategies and Practices to Manage Stress DESCRIPTION:Take a mindful pause in your day and join us for this virtual monthly series for individual and collective wellbeing. There will be space for reflection\, discussion\, and real-life application. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/ucop-wellbeing-lunch-and-chat-strategies-and-practices-to-manage-stress/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251029T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251029T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250915T225650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T225650Z UID:10013314-1761728400-1761739200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Subtle Acts of Exclusion DESCRIPTION:The term “microaggression” has become widely used\, yet just as widely misunderstood. Join us as we reframe microaggressions as Subtle Acts of Exclusion (SAE). Explore the SAE framework and participate in group dialogue on how to normalize interrupting these acts and engage colleagues in discussion. In this session\, participants will: Reflect on socialization and its impact on our outlook\, attitudes\, and behaviors Understand the shift in language from Microaggressions to Subtle Acts of Exclusion Explore the Subtle Acts of Exclusion Framework Participate in group dialogue on best practices to interrupt SAEs URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/subtle-acts-of-exclusion-5/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251030T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251030T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250915T225902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T225902Z UID:10013315-1761818400-1761825600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:GROWing Your Check In Conversations for Managers DESCRIPTION:GROWing your Check-in Conversations for Managers is a required two-hour virtual live workshop that provides managers with an opportunity to practice using the GROW model in STEP check-ins. Instructors will share tips and strategies for providing clear\, thoughtful and constructive feedback to employees. Specifically\, this training offers best practices on effective feedback and coaching conversations\, and provides managers time for sharing and an opportunity to practice having Check-in conversations using the GROW coaching model.\nThis is part one of a two part required series on Check-in conversations for managers/supervisors. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/growing-your-check-in-conversations-for-managers-15/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20250922T205355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T205355Z UID:10013318-1762345800-1762347600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:UCOP Mentor Program Information Session DESCRIPTION:Come learn about the UCOP Mentorship Program. The Mentorship Program is an exciting opportunity to share and learn career skills and leadership practices\, guide and navigate the UCOP culture\, and establish long term professional relationships. The goal of the Mentorship Program is to create mentor–mentee pairings that provide a supportive structure for UCOP employees to cultivate contacts\, explore challenges and enhance their effectiveness as they grow both personally and professionally. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/ucop-mentor-program-information-session-3/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20251001T233143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T233143Z UID:10013324-1762347600-1762354800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Difficult Conversations DESCRIPTION:Ever had a disagreement with someone where the conversation didn’t go quite the way you wanted it to? As conflict is inevitable\, join us in exploring strategies for navigating difficult conversations in both your personal and professional life. In this highly interactive course\, you will learn Core Principles to successfully navigate disagreements and apply them through practice role-playing. By the end of the workshop\, you’ll feel more confident in approaching difficult conversations with anyone in your life.  This is part of the UCOP Communication series certificate. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/difficult-conversations-4/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20251001T233524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T233832Z UID:10013325-1762423200-1762430400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Influencing Without Authority: Leadership as an Individual Contributor DESCRIPTION:Author and CEO coach Kim Scott says that there are two types of star employees: “superstars” and “rockstars.” While superstars are gunning for promotions\, rockstars are grounding themselves as experts in their roles. According to recent research\, most individual contributors (62%) plan to stay in IC roles over becoming a manager. How can ICs take ownership of their career growth\, leverage their knowledge and skills\, and make an impact without climbing the ladder? In this workshop we’ll dive into the leadership skills all “rockstars” need to become influential contributors: building trusting workplace relationships\, managing up\, carving out a niche area of expertise\, and connecting the dots from your role to the organizational mission. \nAttendees will: \n\nGain insight into their unique position of influence within the organization.\nExplore the leadership skills of relationship building\, managing up\, honing expertise\, and aligning work to the organizational mission.\nIdentify one skill they want to strategically focus on for the next month URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/influencing-without-authority-leadership-as-an-individual-contributor/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20251009T232721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T232947Z UID:10013344-1762434000-1762437600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Mastering the Logistics of Hybrid DESCRIPTION:Effectively facilitating hybrid meetings  can be technically challenging. Come learn how to set up hybrid meetings to fully engage both remote and in-person attendees. In this training\, we will walk through how to prepare effectively and set up all technical components including audio\, camera\, and the use of  Zoom features. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/mastering-the-logistics-of-hybrid/ LOCATION:Hyrbid: Zoom + B4001 CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251113T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251113T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20251001T234241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T234735Z UID:10013327-1763024400-1763035200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Excel Power BI - Session 2 of 3 DESCRIPTION:You must attend session 1 on November 12 to attend session 2. \nIn this class\, users will learn about and practice using Power BI. Users will learn how to: Connect to data sources. Perform data cleaning\, profiling\, and shaping. Visualize data with Power BI. Create interactive visualizations. Enhance reports and dashboards. Publish and share reports and dashboards. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/excel-power-bi-session-2/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20251009T234114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T234114Z UID:10013347-1763470800-1763479800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Impactful Storytelling: Making Your Presentation Captivate DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed for people seeking to master storytelling as a strategic communication tool.  Through interactive exercises\, participants will discover how to effectively use storytelling to clarify their vision\, motivate teams\, and drive organizational objectives. The workshop highlights the critical role of understanding your audience\, crafting engaging narratives\, and applying storytelling principles. This course is part of the UCOP Communication series certificate. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nEffective narrative crafting techniques for a broad organizational audience.\nUtilization of psychological principles to deepen audience engagement and message retention.\nCustomization of storytelling to align with audience needs and organizational goals.\nHands-on experience in refining and presenting stories for maximum impact.\n Integration of storytelling into regular business communication and strategic presentation URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/impactful-storytelling-making-your-presentation-captivate/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251121T121000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251121T125500 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20251013T234458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T235017Z UID:10013364-1763727000-1763729700@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Wellbeing Lunch and Chat: Mindfulness Practices DESCRIPTION: URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/wellbeing-lunch-and-chat-mindfulness-practices/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development,Wellness ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251203T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251203T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20251022T222003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T222003Z UID:10013404-1764754200-1764763200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:GROW Plus: Accountability Conversations for Managers DESCRIPTION:GROW Plus: Accountability Conversations for Managers is the second part in the required live training series on manager and employee performance conversations.  The previous STEP trainings are all prerequisites to this training URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/grow-plus-accountability-conversations-for-managers-5/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251204T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251204T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T125615 CREATED:20251103T221943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T221943Z UID:10013476-1764842400-1764849600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Managing Up: Cultivating a Partnership with Your Manager DESCRIPTION:In this workshop we’ll focus on exploring ways to develop a mutually beneficial working relationship with your supervisor as an individual contributor. This workshop will explore how individual contributors can develop trust by exploring their manager’s perspective\, advocating for self\, and providing upward feedback. This highly interactive session will review best practices to document your performance\, communicate clearly\, and practice delivering upward feedback. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/managing-up-cultivating-a-partnership-with-your-manager/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR