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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20180311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20181104T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171005T120500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171005T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20160112T220444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171220T224258Z UID:10005940-1507205100-1507208400@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/2017-10-05/ LOCATION:Kaiser 712 ORGANIZER;CN="Elisa Tang":MAILTO:elisa.tang@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171006T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171006T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20170927T223815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170927T223815Z UID:10006767-1507284000-1507287600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Diversity Data webinar DESCRIPTION:“Diversity Data: An analysis of California K–12 and UC demographics” webinar will focus specifically on the academic pipeline for two persistently underrepresented groups\, engaging participants in a data-supported exploration of how California’s African-American and Chicano/Latino students move across the public education continuum. The webinar will also include an overview of the UC Information Center. \nSponsored by Diversity and Engagement. Presenters: Elizabeth Halimah\, Associate Vice Provost\, Diversity and Engagement\, UCOP and Ryan Chan\, Senior Research & Planning Analyst\, Institutional Research and Academic Planning\, UCOP. \nRegister at: https://ucop.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YL5JYu6FQ96CmjtB4OGrXQ \nQuestions? Contact Alexandra.Lozanoff@ucop.edu URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/diversity-data-webinar/ LOCATION:Online and dial-in only CATEGORIES:Special presentation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171006T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171006T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20160311T181808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170519T170642Z UID:10006176-1507285800-1507291200@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 join the web meeting: \n\nOnline: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/9517875041\n(www.zoom.us > join a meeting > use meeting ID 951 787 5041)\nAudio (if not using computer audio): Dial 408-638-0968; enter meeting ID: 951 787 5041\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-2017-05-19-2017-05-26/2017-10-06/ LOCATION:Online and dial-in only CATEGORIES:Orientation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171010T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171010T163000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20170830T223606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170830T223606Z UID:10006750-1507624200-1507653000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Accomplishing More with Less DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration is required for all classes.\nClasses take place in downtown Oakland.\nLog into UC Learning Center (UCLC) to pre-register and see full class description and location.\n\nToday’s business professionals are bombarded by information\, being persistently interrupted and sidetracked\, constantly dealing with competing and changing priorities\, handling an increasingly complex set of technologies\, and having to work virtually and deal with a global and ever changing economy. In this engaging and motivating workshop\, Pierre Khawand brings breakthrough insights and revolutionary techniques that tackle the core issues that today’s workforce is wrestling with. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/accomplishing-more-with-less-2/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171010T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171010T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20171002T171347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171002T171347Z UID:10006770-1507626000-1507629600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Guide to Investing in the UC Retirement Savings Program DESCRIPTION:How to build an investment strategy based on risk tolerance\, investing horizon and involvement level\, using the investment options available through UC’s 403(b)\, 457(b) and DC plans. \nPre-registration required. Register by visiting the Fidelity website at getguidance.fidelity.com/universityofcalifornia or by calling 800-642-7131. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/guide-to-investing-in-the-uc-retirement-savings-program/ LOCATION:Kaiser 705 CATEGORIES:Financial workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171010T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171010T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20170524T223423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170524T223423Z UID:10006341-1507626000-1507633200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Google Analytics DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration is required for all classes.\nClasses take place in downtown Oakland.\nLog into UC Learning Center (UCLC) to pre-register and see full class description and location.\n\nThis course will provide a basic understanding of some of the main components of Google Analytics and some of the ways of accessing and filtering data. This will provide the tools to acquire a better understanding of the behavior of users on your site. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/google-analytics-2/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171010T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171010T134000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20170104T215612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170104T215612Z UID:10006253-1507626000-1507642800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:New Employee Orientation DESCRIPTION:General New Employee Orientation for UCOP staff is offered in a workshop format once a month from 9 a.m. until 1:40 p.m.\, with lunch provided. All sessions are held at 1111 Franklin Street in Oakland. (If you need to gain access to the Franklin building\, please email Sherry Perocier.) Pre-registration via the UC Learning Center is required. \nNote: Benefits orientation for new UCOP staff is held separately\, as an online interactive webinar. For information and schedules\, please see listings for “Benefits Orientation webinar” on this calendar. \nInformation about both orientations can be found on the New Employee Orientation page. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/new-employee-orientation-18/ LOCATION:Franklin Lobby 1 CATEGORIES:Orientation GEO:37.8022945;-122.271448 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171010T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171010T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20171002T174328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171002T174328Z UID:10006791-1507629600-1507633200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:The UC Retirement Choice Program DESCRIPTION:For employees hired on or after July 1\, 2016: Learn how the Retirement Choice program works\, including details on the Pension and Savings Choice options\, what to consider\, and instructions on how to make your choice \nPre-registration required. Register by visiting the Fidelity website at getguidance.fidelity.com/universityofcalifornia or by calling 800-642-7131. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/the-uc-retirement-choice-program-13/ LOCATION:Kaiser 705 CATEGORIES:Financial workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171010T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171010T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20171002T171607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171002T171607Z UID:10006774-1507636800-1507640400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Maximizing Social Security in Your Retirement Strategy DESCRIPTION:Learn about strategies for claiming your Social Security benefit and how it fits with other income sources to create your retirement paycheck. \nPre-registration required. Register by visiting the Fidelity website at getguidance.fidelity.com/universityofcalifornia or by calling 800-642-7131. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/maximizing-social-security-in-your-retirement-strategy/ LOCATION:Franklin 5326 CATEGORIES:Financial workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171010T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171010T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20171002T171717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171002T171717Z UID:10006776-1507640400-1507644000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Retirement Income Planning DESCRIPTION:Understanding when you may be able to retire\, ways to help make your savings last\, and retirement challenges you may face. \nPre-registration required. Register by visiting the Fidelity website at getguidance.fidelity.com/universityofcalifornia or by calling 800-642-7131. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/fundamentals-of-retirement-income-planning-10/ LOCATION:Franklin 5326 CATEGORIES:Financial workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171010T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171010T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20171002T171456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171002T171456Z UID:10006772-1507644000-1507647600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Guide to Investing in the UC Retirement Savings Program DESCRIPTION:How to build an investment strategy based on risk tolerance\, investing horizon and involvement level\, using the investment options available through UC’s 403(b)\, 457(b) and DC plans. \nPre-registration required. Register by visiting the Fidelity website at getguidance.fidelity.com/universityofcalifornia or by calling 800-642-7131. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/guide-to-investing-in-the-uc-retirement-savings-program-2/ LOCATION:Franklin 5326 CATEGORIES:Financial workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171011T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171011T123000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20170830T223753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170830T223825Z UID:10006752-1507710600-1507725000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Project Management\, Part 2 – Planning and Estimating a Project DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration is required for all classes.\nClasses take place in downtown Oakland.\nLog into UC Learning Center (UCLC) to pre-register and see full class description and location.\n\nPart 2 of a 3 part course series. Learn how to build a professional-grade project plan and detailed estimates. Topics: \n\nHow to construct a “work breakdown structure”\nHow to construct a “network diagram\,” connecting tasks to show their logical relationships\nHow to perform critical path analysis\, “crashing\,” and “fast-tracking” to meet project requirements\nHow to manage scope\nHow to create a project staffing plan\nDiscuss the role of a change management plan\nDevelopment and application of a communications management plan URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/project-management-part-2-planning-and-estimating-a-project-2/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171011T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171011T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20170524T223550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170524T223550Z UID:10006343-1507712400-1507723200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:SharePoint – Site Administration DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration is required for all classes.\nClasses take place in downtown Oakland.\nLog into UC Learning Center (UCLC) to pre-register and see full class description and location.\n\nSharePoint is a powerful tool that provides collaboration team sites for workgroups to share documents\, calendars\, project information to name a few. For SharePoint to be effective\, the day-to-day team site administration needs to be in the hands of the teams rather than a central authority. Therefore individuals in the business units need the knowledge to administer team sites. This workshop focuses on the primary skills necessary for site administration such as permissions\, site and list creation\, page editing and navigation. Topics: \n\nPermissions overview\nPermissions Best Practices\nSite Management\nLists and Libraries\nNavigation\nWeb pages and Web Parts URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/sharepoint-site-administration-6/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171011T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171011T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20160112T222045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181105T172025Z UID:10005252-1507723200-1507726800@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. The default location for the meeting is Franklin 5318 but please check this Link calendar on the day of the meeting to see if it is being held elsewhere (as it sometimes is). \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-2016-05-11/2017-10-11/ LOCATION:Franklin 5318 CATEGORIES:Employee Resource + Affinity Groups ORGANIZER;CN="OP Staff Assembly":MAILTO:OPStaffAssembly@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171011T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171011T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20170804T182749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170804T182749Z UID:10006707-1507734000-1507737600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Box training DESCRIPTION:Box is an online application that stores files and folders in the cloud and better accommodates collaboration among multiple users. Learn how to set up and use it during this training. \nSession will also be available on Zoom:  https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/5105876485 \nQuestions? Contact the UCOP IT Service Desk. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/box-training-13/ LOCATION:Franklin Lobby 1 CATEGORIES:Training ORGANIZER;CN="ITS":MAILTO:sean.villa-carlos@ucop.edu GEO:37.8022945;-122.271448 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171012T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171012T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20160311T184725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170519T170833Z UID:10005806-1507804200-1507809600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Benefits Orientation (without UCRP) DESCRIPTION:This interactive webinar for new UCOP staff provides an overview of UC’s health and welfare benefits programs. It is intended for benefited staff who are not eligible for the UC Retirement Plan (UCRP). \n(Newly hired career staff who are eligible for UCRP should instead attend one of the Benefits Orientation webinars held on Fridays.) \nHow to join the web meeting: \n\nOnline: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/9517875041\n(www.zoom.us > join a meeting > use meeting ID 951 787 5041)\nAudio (if not using computer audio feature): Dial 408-638-0968; Meeting ID: 951 787 5041\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-without-ucrp-2-2017-06-08/2017-10-12/ LOCATION:Online and dial-in only CATEGORIES:Orientation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171012T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171012T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20170927T222048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170927T222048Z UID:10006765-1507809600-1507813200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:SunShares program informational webinar DESCRIPTION:SunShares is a renewable energy procurement program making it easier and more affordable for Bay Area residents to go solar or purchase an electric vehicle. The SunShares 2017 program is available to UC employees throughout the Bay Area\, offering homeowners the opportunity to receive a discounted price on the purchase or lease of solar for their homes as well as discounts on electric vehicles. \nSolar providers include PetersenDean\, SkyTech Solar and Solar Technologies. \nElectric vehicle options include the Nissan Leaf and the Toyota Mirai. UCOP also offers staff additional electric vehicle discounts. \nSign up before Nov. 10. For more information\, visit www.bayareasunshares.org or sign up for one of the upcoming webinars: \nRSVP for this date at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bay-area-sunshares-webinar-tickets-36672831426 \nQuestions? Contact Janika.McFeely@ucop.edu URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/sunshares-program-informational-webinar/ LOCATION:Online and dial-in only CATEGORIES:Special presentation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171012T120500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171012T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20160112T220444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171220T224258Z UID:10005941-1507809900-1507813200@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/2017-10-12/ LOCATION:Kaiser 712 ORGANIZER;CN="Elisa Tang":MAILTO:elisa.tang@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171013T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171013T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20160311T181808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170519T170642Z UID:10006177-1507890600-1507896000@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 join the web meeting: \n\nOnline: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/9517875041\n(www.zoom.us > join a meeting > use meeting ID 951 787 5041)\nAudio (if not using computer audio): Dial 408-638-0968; enter meeting ID: 951 787 5041\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-2017-05-19-2017-05-26/2017-10-13/ LOCATION:Online and dial-in only CATEGORIES:Orientation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171017T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171017T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20170927T222341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170927T222341Z UID:10006766-1508241600-1508245200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:SunShares program informational webinar DESCRIPTION:SunShares is a renewable energy procurement program making it easier and more affordable for Bay Area residents to go solar or purchase an electric vehicle. The SunShares 2017 program is available to UC employees throughout the Bay Area\, offering homeowners the opportunity to receive a discounted price on the purchase or lease of solar for their homes as well as discounts on electric vehicles. \nSolar providers include PetersenDean\, SkyTech Solar and Solar Technologies. \nElectric vehicle options include the Nissan Leaf and the Toyota Mirai. UCOP also offers staff additional electric vehicle discounts. \nSign up before Nov. 10. For more information\, visit www.bayareasunshares.org or sign up for one of these webinars. \nRSVP for this date at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bay-area-sunshares-webinar-tickets-36672935738 \nQuestions? Contact Janika.McFeely@ucop.edu URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/sunshares-program-informational-webinar-2/ LOCATION:Online and dial-in only CATEGORIES:Special presentation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171018T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171018T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20170922T191838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170929T170821Z UID:10006764-1508324400-1508331600@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:UCOP Multicultural Day DESCRIPTION:For more than a decade\, educators have celebrated National Multicultural Diversity Day (NMDD)  in October. \nMulticulturalism is the policy or process whereby the distinct identities of the cultural groups within a society are maintained or supported. \nThe purpose of this day is to provide staff with an opportunity to learn from different UCOP affinity groups and how each group celebrates the diversity of UCOP staff. \nQuestions? Please contact Joanna.Trammell@ucop.edu or Helen.Young@ucop.edu URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/ucop-multicultural-day/ LOCATION:Franklin lobby CATEGORIES:Special event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171018T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171018T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20170929T185445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170929T185445Z UID:10006768-1508338800-1508346000@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Under Four Trees documentary showing DESCRIPTION:Join Nomusa Zikhali from South Africa and filmmaker Suzanne Cross to view their documentary film  UNDER FOUR TREES\, the inspiring\, true story of Zikhali and the Nkomo Primary School in rural South Africa that she built from the ground up. One-hour film screening plus a discussion with Zikhali about education today in rural South Africa. \nSpace is limited\, so please RSVP to Suzanne.Cross@ucop.edu to reserve your seat. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/under-four-trees-documentary-showing/ LOCATION:Franklin 5320 CATEGORIES:Special event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171019T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171019T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20170830T224119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170830T224119Z UID:10006754-1508403600-1508428800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Excel: Intermediate DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration is required for all classes.\nClasses take place in downtown Oakland.\nLog into UC Learning Center (UCLC) to pre-register and see full class description and location.\n\nMicrosoft Excel 2010 offers powerful charting and graphing abilities\, an unmatched set of mathematical and statistical functions\, and secure tools for sharing spreadsheets with others\, making it the most widely-used spreadsheet application worldwide.  This class is taught by instructors who bring years of practical experience to the classroom\, so that you will be readily able to apply what you learn. Participants in this course learn to: \n\nManage large\, interconnected sets of data with linked workbooks.\nApply an Office theme for a consistent appearance between spreadsheets and other documents.\nAdd distinctive background images and watermarks to spreadsheets for branding or security.\nConsolidate multiple rows of data into collapsible outlines.\nUse powerful data filters and sorting to target specific data for analysis.\nCreate professional-looking charts that accentuate key data with advanced formatting techniques and graphic elements.\nTest formulas and trace errors with Error Checking and Auditing tools.\nPrevent data corruption or deletion by protecting a workbook\, or specific cells.\nAllow multiple users to edit a spreadsheet simultaneously\, without creating inconsistencies between versions.\nCreate and edit Excel templates with common data and formatting for your specific needs.\n\n  URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/excel-intermediate-3/ CATEGORIES:Learning & Development ORGANIZER;CN="Learning &%3B Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171019T101900 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171019T101900 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20171004T222106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171004T222135Z UID:10006794-1508408340-1508408340@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Great ShakeOut DESCRIPTION:You could be in any location when an earthquake occurs. Keep yourself safe by practicing a form of the Drop\, Cover\, and Hold On Drill appropriate for you and\, if needed\, for colleagues who may require assistance. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/great-shakeout/ CATEGORIES:Special event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171019T120500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171019T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20160112T220444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171220T224258Z UID:10005942-1508414700-1508418000@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/2017-10-19/ LOCATION:Kaiser 712 ORGANIZER;CN="Elisa Tang":MAILTO:elisa.tang@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171020T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171020T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20160311T181808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170519T170642Z UID:10006178-1508495400-1508500800@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 join the web meeting: \n\nOnline: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/9517875041\n(www.zoom.us > join a meeting > use meeting ID 951 787 5041)\nAudio (if not using computer audio): Dial 408-638-0968; enter meeting ID: 951 787 5041\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-2017-05-19-2017-05-26/2017-10-20/ LOCATION:Online and dial-in only CATEGORIES:Orientation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171024T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171024T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20171016T205839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171016T205839Z UID:10006806-1508853600-1508857200@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:Open Enrollment webinar DESCRIPTION:Learn more about your choices this year by attending one of the webinars that will be held every Tuesday from Oct. 24 through Nov. 14\, with a final webinar on Thursday\, Nov. 16. For all the webinars: \nAccess the online presentation via Zoom: https://ucop.zoom.us/j/9517875041 Meeting ID: 951 787 5041 \nIf not using your computer’s audio feature\, you can listen to webinar audio by dialing in to 408-638-0968 and entering Meeting ID: 951 787 5041 URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/open-enrollment-webinar-4/ LOCATION:Online and dial-in only CATEGORIES:Special event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171025T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171025T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20171016T175030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171016T180337Z UID:10006805-1508932800-1508936400@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:APISA Diwali Festival of Lights potluck DESCRIPTION:Diwali\, also known as the Festival of Lights\, is a major holiday observed by Hindus\, Sikhs and Jains in India and around the world. This fall event celebrates the power of light over darkness\, good over evil\, knowledge over ignorance\, and hope over despair. All UCOP staff is invited to celebrate and learn about this holiday at APISA’s second annual Diwali potluck: \nLast year’s party was very well-attended and enjoyed\, so come and enjoy the camaraderie of your colleagues. There will be plenty of food\, but feel free to bring food or beverage to share if you like. \nNeed more information or have a question? Please contact Raghuvir.Goradia@ucop.edu\, Angela.Hom@ucop.edu or Benjamin.Tsai@ucop.edu. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/apisa-diwali-potluck/ 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:20171026T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171026T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20171011T184721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T185024Z UID:10006801-1509019200-1509022800@link.ucop.edu SUMMARY:UC Admissions: Application Presentation brown bag DESCRIPTION:OP Staff Assembly is sponsoring two brown bags to help you and your child navigate the UC application process. Both sessions will be led by Evera Spears\, associate director\, advocacy and partnerships\, Undergraduate Admissions. \nThis first brown bag\, “Application Presentation\,” will provide tips to assist students in completing the UC admission application so that it reflects their best self. \nDial-in: 408-638-0968 Meeting ID: 510 987 9524\nZoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/5109879524 \nQuestions? Contact Bobby Cook at Robert.Cook.@ucop.edu. URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/uc-admissions-application-presentation-brown-bag/ LOCATION:Franklin 5320 CATEGORIES:Brown bag ORGANIZER;CN="OP Staff Assembly":MAILTO:OPStaffAssembly@ucop.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171026T120500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171026T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T105241 CREATED:20160112T220444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171220T224258Z UID:10005943-1509019500-1509022800@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/2017-10-26/ LOCATION:Kaiser 712 ORGANIZER;CN="Elisa Tang":MAILTO:elisa.tang@ucop.edu END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR