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:20150308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20151101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20160313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20161106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20170312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20171105T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161021T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161021T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20160914T180838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160914T180838Z UID:10006083-1477058400-1477062000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:The UC Retirement Choice Program DESCRIPTION:Learn about your retirement benefit options\, understand how to make your choice and get answers to your questions. \nRegister for this free workshop by visiting the Fidelity website at getguidance.fidelity.com/universityofcalifornia or by calling 800-642-7131. \n  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/the-uc-retirement-choice-program-4/ LOCATION:Franklin 11326 CATEGORIES:Financial workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161024T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161024T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161005T174136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161005T174146Z UID:10006391-1477310400-1477314000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Domestic Violence Awareness presentation DESCRIPTION:October is nationally recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month\, during which advocates work to raise awareness and bring an end to domestic violence. Learn about the issue and how we can work as a community to end domestic violence. \nFor questions about this event\, please contact Katya Nottie\, UCOP’s Title IX Officer by email at katya.nottie@ucop.edu or by phone at (510) 987-0104. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/domestic-violence-awareness-presentation-2/ LOCATION:Franklin 5320 CATEGORIES:Brown bag END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161025T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161025T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161005T174259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161014T204035Z UID:10006393-1477396800-1477400400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Domestic Violence Awareness presentation DESCRIPTION:October is nationally recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month\, during which advocates work to raise awareness and bring an end to domestic violence. Learn about the issue and how we can work as a community to end domestic violence. \nDuring this brown-bag discussion\, Dr. Paula Trejo-Phillips\, PsyD\, FSAP-UCSF*\, will educate our community about the impact of intimate partner violence to our community and how we can support survivors. \n*The Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) at UCSF offers confidential employee assistance program services to UCOP employees. The FSAP is staffed by licensed professionals who provide confidential brief counseling to individuals\, and consultation services to the organization. \nFor questions about this event contact Katya Nottie\, UCOP’s Title IX Officer at katya.nottie@ucop.edu or (510) 907-0104. \nFor questions about this event\, please contact Katya Nottie\, UCOP’s Title IX Officer by email at katya.nottie@ucop.edu or by phone at (510) 987-0104. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/domestic-violence-awareness-presentation-3/ LOCATION:Kaiser 712 CATEGORIES:Brown bag END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161026T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161026T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161021T181053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161021T181053Z UID:10006193-1477476000-1477483200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:BRC ServiceNow training DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use ServiceNow\, BRC’s new all-electronic intake and workflow system for purchase orders and payments at UCOP. \nMultiple sessions (check calendar). Email Amy.Vrizuela@ucop.edu with the date and time of the session you would like to attend. Contact Amy if questions. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/brc-servicenow-training/ LOCATION:Franklin 5318 CATEGORIES:Training ORGANIZER;CN="Business Resource Center":MAILTO:BRCPolicyCompliance@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161026T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161026T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20160923T170101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161010T211814Z UID:10006387-1477483200-1477486800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:APISA potluck: Diwali Festival of Lights DESCRIPTION:All UCOP staff are invited to a potluck celebrating Diwali\, the Festival of Lights\, organized by the OP Asian Pacific Island Association (APISA). Please bring a dish to share for 6-8 people as well as your ideas for events you’d like to see at UCOP in the coming year. \nBesides enjoying delicious food and the company of your co-workers\, you’ll have the chance to learn more about the meaning of Diwali\, a festival which celebrates the power of light to take away darkness\, for good to triumph over evil\, and for hope to conquer despair. It is an ancient Hindu festival that is celebrated every year in Nepal\, India\, Pakistan\, Myanmar\, Sri Lanka and many other countries. During the celebration\, millions of lights are displayed on housetops\, temples and other buildings. It is also a time to clean and decorate your home and office\, wear new clothes\, and feast with family and friends. \nQuestions? Contact Raghuvir.Goradia@ucop.edu. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/apisa-potluck-diwali-festival-of-lights/ LOCATION:Kaiser 1217 CATEGORIES:Employee Resource + Affinity Groups ORGANIZER;CN="Asian Pacific Islander Staff Association":MAILTO:angela.hom@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161027T120500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161027T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20160112T220444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171220T224258Z UID:10005891-1477569900-1477573200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Lakeside Speakeasy Toastmasters DESCRIPTION:Toastmasters meet weekly to help individuals build their communication skills\, including speaking\, leadership\, listening and feedback. If you need help with presentations\, meeting interactions\, elevator sound bites and/or performance feedback\, this is the group for you. \nCost is $42 every 6 months\, with an initial one-time charge of $22 for learning materials. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/lakeside-speakeasy-toastmasters/2016-10-27/ LOCATION:Kaiser 712 ORGANIZER;CN="Elisa Tang":MAILTO:elisa.tang@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161028T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161028T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20160311T181808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161109T213422Z UID:10006126-1477650600-1477656000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Benefits Orientation webinar DESCRIPTION:This interactive webinar for new UCOP staff provides an overview of UC’s health and welfare and retirement benefits programs. It is intended for career staff with full benefits\, including the UC Retirement Plan (UCRP). \n(Newly hired benefited staff who are not eligible for UCRP should attend the Benefits Orientation webinar offered on the second Thursday of every month instead.) \nHow to Attend: You will need to dial in on your phone AND log into the web meeting. \n\nFor audio portion:  866-740-1260\, access code: 7875041\nFor visual portion:  https://uc.readytalk.com and use code 7875041\n\nFor additional information\, please visit the New Employee Orientation page. \nPlease make sure you have enrolled in your benefits before your PIE (period of eligibility) ends\, which is 31 days from your date of hire. The UCPath Center can answer any benefit questions you may have. Failure to understand your options may result in permanent loss or reduction of benefits. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/benefits-orientation-webinar/2016-10-28/ LOCATION:Online and dial-in only CATEGORIES:Orientation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161101T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161101T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161031T224224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T224224Z UID:10006434-1477990800-1477994400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Open Enrollment webinar DESCRIPTION:For answers to all of your Open Enrollment questions\, take advantage of one of our interactive webinars for UCOP employees. \nAccess the visual presentation at readytalk.com; access code 7875041\nDial in to the audio portion at 866-740-1260; access code 7875041 \n  \n  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/open-enrollment-webinar/ LOCATION:Online and dial-in only CATEGORIES:Special presentation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161103T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161103T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161026T220517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161026T220517Z UID:10006411-1478167200-1478181600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:2017 UCOP Open Enrollment Fair DESCRIPTION:UC’s health and welfare vendors will be available to answer your questions — including returning vendor Anthem Blue Cross. \nAlso\, the Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability plans are OPEN. This is an opportunity for those who only have the UC/Employer Plan coverage to enroll. Liberty Mutual will be on hand to answer any questions regarding the new plan structure. \nThere will be giveaways and raffle prizes as well. \nQuestions? Contact Leslie.Lyons@ucop.edu or Jackylyn.Wong@ucop.edu. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/2017-ucop-open-enrollment-fair/ LOCATION:Franklin Lobby 1 CATEGORIES:Special event GEO:37.8022945;-122.271448 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161103T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161103T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20160921T165401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161101T161508Z UID:10006385-1478174400-1478178000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Brown bag: Rubber Meets the Road - PMs and BAs DESCRIPTION:Project management and business analysis groups come together to share insights. The first joint event of the PMIG and BAAG groups will be a brown bag featuring presentations of the Project Management SharePoint template and the new SharePoint site for the PM/BA affinity groups. This is an opportunity for UCOP employees with all levels of experience in project management and business analysis to connect and learn from each other. \nDial in: Ready Talk (866) 740-1260 Conference Code: 5876271. \nQuestions about this brown bag? Contact Halina.Wojnicz@ucop.edu or Debra.Turnage@ucop.edu. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/brown-bag-rubber-meets-the-road-pms-and-bas/ LOCATION:Franklin 5320 CATEGORIES:Brown bag ORGANIZER;CN="ITS":MAILTO:sean.villa-carlos@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161103T120500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161103T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20160112T220444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171220T224258Z UID:10005892-1478174700-1478178000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Lakeside Speakeasy Toastmasters DESCRIPTION:Toastmasters meet weekly to help individuals build their communication skills\, including speaking\, leadership\, listening and feedback. If you need help with presentations\, meeting interactions\, elevator sound bites and/or performance feedback\, this is the group for you. \nCost is $42 every 6 months\, with an initial one-time charge of $22 for learning materials. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/lakeside-speakeasy-toastmasters/2016-11-03/ LOCATION:Kaiser 712 ORGANIZER;CN="Elisa Tang":MAILTO:elisa.tang@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161104T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161104T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20160311T181808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161109T213422Z UID:10006127-1478255400-1478260800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Benefits Orientation webinar DESCRIPTION:This interactive webinar for new UCOP staff provides an overview of UC’s health and welfare and retirement benefits programs. It is intended for career staff with full benefits\, including the UC Retirement Plan (UCRP). \n(Newly hired benefited staff who are not eligible for UCRP should attend the Benefits Orientation webinar offered on the second Thursday of every month instead.) \nHow to Attend: You will need to dial in on your phone AND log into the web meeting. \n\nFor audio portion:  866-740-1260\, access code: 7875041\nFor visual portion:  https://uc.readytalk.com and use code 7875041\n\nFor additional information\, please visit the New Employee Orientation page. \nPlease make sure you have enrolled in your benefits before your PIE (period of eligibility) ends\, which is 31 days from your date of hire. The UCPath Center can answer any benefit questions you may have. Failure to understand your options may result in permanent loss or reduction of benefits. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/benefits-orientation-webinar/2016-11-04/ LOCATION:Online and dial-in only CATEGORIES:Orientation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161107T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161110T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161104T185118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161104T185219Z UID:10006437-1478509200-1478772000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:National Compliance and Ethics Week - Nov. 7-10 DESCRIPTION:UCOP’s Office of Ethics\, Compliance and Audit Services (ECAS) is hosting an information booth in the Franklin lobby from 9-10 a.m. on Nov. 7 through Nov. 10 to raise awareness of their work in helping to ensure that the university complies with state and federal laws and regulations and maintains an ethical environment that is worthy of the public trust. \nFor additional information\, please visit the ECAS website at http://www.ucop.edu/ethics-compliance-audit-services/index.html. \nIf you have any questions regarding any compliance matters\, please contact Systemwide Deputy Compliance Officer David Lane (david.lane@ucop.edu or 510-987-0851). URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/national-compliance-and-ethics-week-nov-7-10/ LOCATION:Franklin lobby CATEGORIES:Special event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161107T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161107T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161005T223731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161017T192954Z UID:10006397-1478520000-1478523600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Family Resource Network affinity group meeting DESCRIPTION:Bring your lunch and ideas for activities/events to this Family Resource Network affinity group meeting. All staff welcome! \nThe Family Resource Network offers support\, advice and resources to all UCOP staff members who are balancing their careers and myriad family obligations. We’ve been brainstorming about some fun Family Resource Network activities for the upcoming winter season. And we are also seeking new members to join the Steering Committee. Come to this meeting to contribute ideas and learn more. \nCheck out our webpage for more information about the affinity group. If you have questions\, please contact Family Resource Network Chair Elizabeth McWhorter at elizabeth.mcwhorter@ucop.edu. You may also receive updates by subscribing to the Family Resource Network listserv at FRN-L@LISTSERV.UCOP.EDU. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/family-resource-network-affinity-group-meeting/ LOCATION:Franklin 11110 CATEGORIES:Brown bag,Employee Resource + Affinity Groups END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161109 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161109T174922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161109T175032Z UID:10006445-1478563200-1478649599@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Warm coat donation drive Nov. 8-18 DESCRIPTION:Donate gently used or new coats by Friday\, Nov. 18 by placing them in the large marked containers in the Franklin building lobby by the security desk. The coats will be given to guests at the annual City of Oakland Thanksgiving dinner for low income families\, seniors and homeless citizens held on Nov. 22. All sizes are needed. \nA few volunteers are needed to help organize the coat drive. Please contact Michael.Kusiak@ucop.edu if you can help or if you have questions about either of these volunteer activities. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/warm-coat-donation-drive-nov-8-18/ LOCATION:Franklin lobby CATEGORIES:Volunteer event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161108T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161108T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161031T223516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T223516Z UID:10006427-1478599200-1478602800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Brown bag: Open Enrollment DESCRIPTION:Bring your lunch or a snack and come to a one-hour brown bag to hear about this year’s benefits options and ask any Open Enrollment questions you have. \n  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/brown-bag-open-enrollment/ LOCATION:Franklin 7409 CATEGORIES:Brown bag END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161108T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161108T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161031T224325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T224337Z UID:10006435-1478606400-1478610000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Open Enrollment webinar DESCRIPTION:For answers to all of your Open Enrollment questions\, take advantage of one of our interactive webinars for UCOP employees. \nAccess the visual presentation at readytalk.com; access code 7875041\nDial in to the audio portion at 866-740-1260; access code 7875041 \n  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/open-enrollment-webinar-2/ LOCATION:Online and dial-in only CATEGORIES:Special presentation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161108T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161108T133000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161019T204807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T211853Z UID:10006191-1478606400-1478611800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Workshop: UCOP as a gender-inclusive workplace DESCRIPTION:The experiences and voices of transgender Americans have gained visibility in recent years. But there is much to be done\, including creating inclusive workplaces for all trans and gender-nonconforming people. How can we ensure inclusivity thrives at UCOP? \nTo provide information and inspire conversation on this topic\, all UCOP staff are invited to attend a workshop led by Billy Curtis\, director of the Gender Equity Resource Center at UC Berkeley. \nLight refreshments provided but please bring your own lunch if you wish. \nSpace is limited\, so please RSVP by Nov. 7 to Lena.Zentall@ucop.edu to reserve a seat. \nThis event is being sponsored by PACSW\, UCOP Pride\, UC Office of Diversity and Engagement\, and the UCOP Program Manager of Culture\, Engagement and Diversity. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/workshop-ucop-as-a-trans-inclusive-workplace/ LOCATION:Franklin Lobby 1 CATEGORIES:Special presentation ORGANIZER;CN="President's Advisory Committee on the Status of Women":MAILTO:Alisa.Hsiu@ucop.edu GEO:37.8022945;-122.271448 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161108T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161108T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161031T223627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161104T163149Z UID:10006429-1478610000-1478613600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Brown bag: Open Enrollment DESCRIPTION:Bring your lunch or a snack and come to a one-hour brown bag to hear about this year’s benefits options and ask any Open Enrollment questions you have. \n  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/brown-bag-open-enrollment-2/ LOCATION:Franklin 7409 CATEGORIES:Brown bag END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T123000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161031T222022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T222022Z UID:10006417-1478680200-1478694600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Project Management: Part 3 – Scheduling and Tracking a Project DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nPart 3 of a 3-part class series. Learn how to convert a project plan and estimates into a project schedule\, and to track and communicate project status. \n  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/project-management-part-3-scheduling-and-tracking-a-project/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161031T220044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T221916Z UID:10006415-1478682000-1478707200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Excel for Power Users DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nRecommended prerequisite: Significant experience using Excel. \nUpon completing this training\, you will be prepared to: \nAnalyzing Spreadsheet Data Effectively with Advanced Formulas \n\nDerive meaning from the results of statistical formulas … without being a statistician!\nCombine information and logical functions to write formulas which respond to the contents of specific cells.\nAnalyze investments rapidly with built-in financial functions.\nCreate array formulas to perform calculations on a series of cell values simultaneously.\n\nTaking PivotTable Analysis to the Next Level \n\nIsolate PivotTable data which cannot be grouped by sorting or filtering with custom grouping.\nBuild custom calculations to summarize PivotTable data based on the values of related cells.\nCreate calculated fields which modify the way PivotTable data is displayed in relation to other data.\n\nCreating Powerful\, Customizable Dashboards to Display Key Data in a Single View \n\nDesign dashboards for optimum usability which highlight data of greatest decision making value.\nEnable consumers of your data to customize dashboard layout and content.\nTest dashboard layouts rapidly for an optimal end product.\n\nEnhancing Spreadsheet Functionality with Powerful\, Multi-Purpose VBA Macros \n\nUnderstand the full power of macros\, not only to automate but to engage and empower users of your spreadsheet.\nMaster key techniques to design macros which are both flexible and robust.\nManage a large number of macros with a minimum of effort.\n\nGiving Users Control Over the Way They Interact with Spreadsheet Data \n\nCommunicate information of greatest value to spreadsheet users with custom message box displays.\nEnable users to provide input to control the way macros perform.\nIntegrate logic into the functionality of macros\, responding intelligently to user behavior. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/excel-for-power-users-2/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161031T223736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T223736Z UID:10006431-1478685600-1478689200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Brown bag: Open Enrollment DESCRIPTION:Bring your lunch or a snack and come to a one-hour brown bag to hear about this year’s benefits options and ask any Open Enrollment questions you have. \n  \n  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/brown-bag-open-enrollment-3/ LOCATION:Kaiser 1012 CATEGORIES:Brown bag END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20160112T222045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161017T185903Z UID:10005238-1478692800-1478696400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:OP Staff Assembly monthly meeting DESCRIPTION:All staff members are welcome to attend the OP Staff Assembly Steering Committee meetings on the second Wednesday of each month from 12 to 1 p.m. \nOP Staff Assembly is the all-volunteer staff organization dedicated to promoting the interests and welfare of all career employees. It is affiliated with the Council of UC Staff Assemblies (CUCSA)\, the systemwide staff group with representatives from all UC campuses and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory as well as OP. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/op-staff-assembly-monthly-meeting-2016-11-09/ LOCATION:Kaiser 1012 CATEGORIES:Employee Resource + Affinity Groups ORGANIZER;CN="OP Staff Assembly":MAILTO:OPStaffAssembly@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161031T223833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161104T163216Z UID:10006433-1478696400-1478700000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Brown bag: Open Enrollment DESCRIPTION:Bring your lunch or a snack and come to a one-hour brown bag to hear about this year’s benefits options and ask any Open Enrollment questions you have. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/brown-bag-open-enrollment-4/ LOCATION:Kaiser 1217 CATEGORIES:Brown bag END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161021T181203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161021T181203Z UID:10006195-1478696400-1478703600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:BRC ServiceNow training DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use ServiceNow\, BRC’s new all-electronic intake and workflow system for purchase orders and payments at UCOP. \nMultiple sessions (check calendar). Email Amy.Vrizuela@ucop.edu with the date and time of the session you would like to attend. Contact Amy if questions. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/brc-servicenow-training-2/ LOCATION:Franklin 11326 CATEGORIES:Training ORGANIZER;CN="Business Resource Center":MAILTO:BRCPolicyCompliance@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161109T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161031T222147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T222147Z UID:10006419-1478696400-1478710800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Working with Difficult People DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nSuccess in dealing with difficult people begins with understanding how we behave\, as well as\, how we impact others. Planning for\, and approaching challenging people with effective communication tools and techniques\, leads to more positive outcomes. In this half-day workshop\, you will learn how to turn difficult situations into opportunities for growth. \n  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/working-with-difficult-people-2/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161110T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161110T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161031T222254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T222254Z UID:10006421-1478768400-1478779200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:SharePoint – Document Management DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration required. For full course details (including location) or to register for this class\, log into the UC Learning Center. \nSharePoint is a powerful tool to manage documents and other files by providing secured\, web-based document libraries. There are many features of libraries that can make your SharePoint experience a success\, but it is equally important to understand the common pitfalls to avoid. This workshop takes a deep dive into SharePoint’s document management features including those that are often overlooked or underutilized. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/sharepoint-document-management/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161110T120500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161110T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20160112T220444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171220T224258Z UID:10005893-1478779500-1478782800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Lakeside Speakeasy Toastmasters DESCRIPTION:Toastmasters meet weekly to help individuals build their communication skills\, including speaking\, leadership\, listening and feedback. If you need help with presentations\, meeting interactions\, elevator sound bites and/or performance feedback\, this is the group for you. \nCost is $42 every 6 months\, with an initial one-time charge of $22 for learning materials. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/lakeside-speakeasy-toastmasters/2016-11-10/ LOCATION:Kaiser 712 ORGANIZER;CN="Elisa Tang":MAILTO:elisa.tang@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161111 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161112 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20161109T212525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161109T212525Z UID:10006451-1478822400-1478908799@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Veteran's Day: UCOP offices closed DESCRIPTION: URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/veterans-day-ucop-offices-closed/ CATEGORIES:Special event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161111T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161111T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T070417 CREATED:20160311T181808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161109T213422Z UID:10006128-1478860200-1478865600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Benefits Orientation webinar DESCRIPTION:This interactive webinar for new UCOP staff provides an overview of UC’s health and welfare and retirement benefits programs. It is intended for career staff with full benefits\, including the UC Retirement Plan (UCRP). \n(Newly hired benefited staff who are not eligible for UCRP should attend the Benefits Orientation webinar offered on the second Thursday of every month instead.) \nHow to Attend: You will need to dial in on your phone AND log into the web meeting. \n\nFor audio portion:  866-740-1260\, access code: 7875041\nFor visual portion:  https://uc.readytalk.com and use code 7875041\n\nFor additional information\, please visit the New Employee Orientation page. \nPlease make sure you have enrolled in your benefits before your PIE (period of eligibility) ends\, which is 31 days from your date of hire. The UCPath Center can answer any benefit questions you may have. Failure to understand your options may result in permanent loss or reduction of benefits. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/benefits-orientation-webinar/2016-11-11/ LOCATION:Online and dial-in only CATEGORIES:Orientation END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR