The State of the Latino Community
2024-09-25 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join the UC ANR Latinx & Friends employee group in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month through the theme “State of Latinos: Looking Into the Future.” In our second virtual session, Brent Hales, associate vice president for Research and Cooperative Extension, will lead a conversation celebrating the contributions of UC ANR Latino professionals. Maite Arce, president and CEO of Hispanic Access Org., will address the state of the Latino community including their economic impact and ongoing challenges. Register online here: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=43508

Compliance, Accounting, Audit, & Policy (CAAP) Office Hours
2024-09-26 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-10-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-10-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-10-17 10:00 - 11:00
Ask questions about journals/reports, cost transfers, ITF’s, Chart of Accounts, General Ledger, and CashNet.

Dial-in: 1 669 219 2599
Meeting ID: 919 8651 9749
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Red Cross Blood Drive
2024-10-01 09:00 - 15:00 | Franklin Lobby 1
All employees are invited to take part in an American Red Cross blood drive. To schedule your appointment, or for questions, please contact Jan Kehoe at 510-987-9692 or jkehoe.blood@yahoo.com; you can also contact Carlos Arias.

Red Cross Blood Drive
2024-10-01 09:00 - 15:00 | Franklin Lobby 1
All employees are invited to take part in an American Red Crossblood To schedule your appointment, or for questions, please contact Jan Kehoe at 510-987-9692 or jkehoe.blood@yahoo.com or carlos.arias@ucop.edu.

Contacts: Jan Kehoe at 510-987-9692,blood@yahoo.com;

GROWing your Check In Conversations for Employees
2024-10-01 10:00 - 12:00
This course is a two-hour virtual live workshop that provides employees with an opportunity to practice using the GROW framework in STEP check-ins and share tips and strategies for providing feedback.
Register in the UC Learning Center
Questions? Email ucopld@ucop.edu

BRC T&E Team's Event Expenses & Other Reimbursement Training
2024-10-02 11:00 - 12:00
Drop-ins welcome: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/3301316753?pwd=[REDACTED]

New Employee Orientation (Virtual)
2024-10-03 10:00 - 12:00
Starting a new job or new location can be daunting. The UCOP New Employee Orientation is designed to facilitate a smooth transition to the organization.
Topics include University of California and our history, Overview of UCOP and the organization, Tools and Resources, Safety, Compliance
All UCOP employees are encouraged to attend a session as soon as possible following their date of hire.
Note: Eligible employees must sign up for health insurance and disability benefits within their period of initial eligibility (PIE), which is thirty-one days from the date of eligibility for benefits, regardless of when they attend the orientation session.

New Employee Orientation
2024-10-08 09:00 - 12:00
Starting a new job or new location can be daunting. The UCOP New Employee Orientation is designed to facilitate a smooth transition to the organization and is offered in person every month at the UCOP Broadway building in Oakland. Topics include: • University of California and our history • Overview of UCOP and the organization • Tools and Resources • Safety • Compliance
Register for New Employee Orientation
Please note: For information about orientations to UCOP benefits or UCOP IT tools, visit the UCOP Life webpage: https://www.ucop.edu/local-human-resources//op-life/new-employee-orientation.html

“Travel Talk Tuesday” Concur vs. ConnexUC
2024-10-08 10:00 - 10:30
Concur or ConnexUC? Ever wonder which one to use? The next Travel Talk Tuesday will focus on defining Concur and ConnexUC and when either system should be used. Come ready to dive into a Power Point presentation and live demo on how to:

Log into ConnexUC & Concur
Understanding the Travel Arranger and Delegate Access
When to utilize ConnexUC & When to utilize Concur

Please join us on Tuesday, October 8th, 10:00-10:30am (Zoom Link: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/3301316753?pwd=[REDACTED]

Travel Talk Tuesdays are held every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month!

BSFO West African Dance Class
2024-10-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Franklin lobby 1
Join BSFO and Kuumba LLC for an energetic West African dance class. Founded in 2022 by Tiye Garrett, Kuumba LLC’s mission is to spread joy and creativity through vibrant rhythms and movements. Experience the spirit of creativity and community with every step and beat!
Download the dance class flyer (PDF).

Education and Latinos – The Future
2024-10-09 13:00 - 14:30
Join the UC ANR Latinx & Friends employee group in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month through the theme “State of Latinos: Looking Into the Future.” Our third webinar will be introduced by Tu Tran, associate vice president for Business Operations at UC ANR. Erica Alfaro, an inspiring author and educator, will share her journey of overcoming adversity through education and discuss the future of education for Latino students. Register online here: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=43508

Box Advanced
2024-10-10 11:00 - 12:00
Want to know how to securely store sensitive data in Box? Interested in how to get data into Box via email or URL? Sign up for this advanced Box class and we will cover a wide range of topics including setting up alerts to monitor folders and using Box groups to manage department collaborations.
Register in the UC Learning Center
Questions? Email ucopld@ucop.edu

Accessing Your UC Mental Health Benefits
2024-10-10 12:00 - 13:00
Accessing Your UC Mental Health Benefits with Manuel E. Kauss, UCPath Benefits Supervisor
Manuel supervises processes involving Benefits (BN) Eligibility, BN Retirement Eligibility, ACA IMP (Initial Measurement Period) & SMP (Standard Measurement Period), 1095C and Jira testing.
Manny has been with UCPath since October 2017. He serves as a staff co-leader for UCPath LaSA and booster for the Staff Connection Committee. He recently supervised the Benefits Department Internship Program.
Date: Thursday, October 10, 2024
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Zoom: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/96459641767
For more information, please get in touch with Belinda.Vea@ucop.edu

BRC T&E Team's Concur Training Sessions
2024-10-10 14:00 - 15:30 | Zoom
Drop-ins welcome – https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/3301316753?pwd=[REDACTED]

UCOP Safety: Active Attacker Training
2024-10-15 10:00 - 11:00
Melissa Collins, Program Manager for Security, Risk and Resilience, will facilitate this live virtual class in which participants will learn skills and strategies to respond if exposed to active attacker situations. The course will review real-life incidents and discuss options in the event of potential similar encounters. Melissa joined UCOP after serving 20 years with the UC San Diego Police Department, retiring as a lieutenant, and is a safety expert.
Additional Sessions:

September 17: 1-2pm
October 15: 10-11am
November 5: 2-3pm
December 5: 2-3pm

Register in the UC Learning Center
Questions? Email ucopld@ucop.edu

CUCSA All-Staff Town Hall: Open Enrollment
2024-10-15 11:00 - 12:00
Join the Council of UC Staff Assemblies (CUCSA) on October 15 from 11 a.m.-Noon via Zoom for a presentation on the 2025 Open Enrollment process and changes to this year’s benefits offerings featuring Maynard Jenkins, senior executive director, Benefits Programs & Strategy, Systemwide Human Resources.
Registration for Zoom link: https://ucr.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_h8CgZ98gTl6Gftf1YD0jJw#/registration

Rooted in Chinatown: Author William Gee Wong
2024-10-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Lobby 1, Oakland Franklin Building
Join The Asian Pacific Islander Staff Association and Graduate, Undergraduate and Equity Affairs for a special event featuring author William Gee Wong in Oakland. The event will also feature refreshments; an opportunity to purchase books by Asian American authors through the Asian American Curriculum Project, Inc.; and information on the highlights of Oakland Chinatown presented by the Oakland Chinatown Chamber of Commerce. To ensure sufficient refreshments and space, pre-registration is required for this event. Register online here by Oct. 1: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/a3f17f2e28624c3780c637b187ffe4aa

Gartner Introduction
2024-10-15 11:30 - 12:00
You’ve activated your Gartner membership through UCOP, now what? Join us to learn how to tailor your Gartner experience and leverage the latest research available to you on generative AI, manager effectiveness, DEI, and much more. Together, we will:

Explore different membership views and tailor your homepage with What I Follow
Discover the Research Resource Centers, Tools & Benchmarks, and upcoming Webinars in areas of interest
Learn how to cut to the chase and find what you’re looking for with Advanced Search

Register in the UC Learning Center
Questions? Email ucopld@ucop.edu

BSFO Breast Cancer Awareness Event
2024-10-15 12:00 - 13:00
Join BSFO for a special breast cancer awareness event featuring experts in breast health, including:

Bernardo Diaz, UCSF Patient & Family Cancer Support Center
Steffanie Goodman, WISDOM Study
Dr. Leia Habour, Our Culture Care

BRC T&E Team's New/Infrequent Traveler's Presentation
2024-10-16 14:00 - 15:15 | Zoom

Excel Power Pivot
2024-10-17 09:00 - 12:00
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, and distribute PowerPivot Data.
*Participants must attend both sessions on Thursday, October 17 and 24 from 9am-12pm PT to receive credit for the course.
Register in the UC Learning Center
Questions? Email ucopld@ucop.edu

People Leader Forum - Equity Process Review
2024-10-18 13:00 - 14:00
The People Leader 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.
October 18: Equity Process Review – In this session, UCOP Compensation Manager JJ Lerma will explain the compensation equity review process.
2024 PLF Topics:

November 15: Tips and Tricks to Make STEP Work for You
December 20: Team Reflection Activities

Register in the UC Learning Center
Questions? Email ucopld@ucop.edu

Travel Talk Tuesday: Airfare Comparison Quotes
2024-10-22 10:00 - 10:30
If you’re interested in learning all about airfare comparison quotes, please join the BRC for the next “Travel Talk Tuesday” on how to create an airfare comparison quote to capture the business travel dates of the trip, including departing/returning from a UCOP employee’s Primary Headquarter Location’s (PHL) closest airport.
The clinic will include a brief presentation followed by a live demonstration showing how to create an airfare comparison quote. We will focus on what specific information should be captured within the quote, when it is required, and where to provide it in a Pre-Travel Request and Expense Report in Concur.
Zoom Link: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/3301316753?pwd=[REDACTED]

Inside the Free Speech Movement: Film Viewing/Q&A
2024-10-22 12:00 - 13:30
October 1st is Free Speech Day in California, established by the legislature in 1985 through the advocacy of UC Berkeley Free Speech Movement participants. To commemorate this important day, staff are invited to a Zoom-based viewing of Part 1 of Inside the Free Speech Movement, a new documentary about the UC Berkeley Free Speech Movement, directed by Linda Rosen, a Free Speech Movement participant, and produced by the Berkeley Historical Society and Museum. A Q&A session will follow the showing of the 56 minute film.

BRC T&E Team Office Hours
2024-10-23 10:00 - 11:00
Have a travel or travel reimbursement-related question? Join the Business Resource Center Travel and Entertainment team for weekly office hours.
Zoom link: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/3301316753?pwd=[REDACTED]

Creating Accessible Documents
2024-10-23 10:00 - 11:30
Digital accessibility is about ensuring users with disabilities can easily access and engage with any digital content. In this course, you will learn the principles of digital accessibility, how to generate accessible Microsoft Office Documents and how to export these to PDF.
Register in the UC Learning Center
Questions? Email ucopld@ucop.edu

Social Emotional Learning at Work: Creating Connection and Belonging at UCOP
2024-10-23 10:00 - 12:00
Incorporating the principles of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) at work enhances the ability to communicate and connect with a range of people in healthy ways. Research indicates that focusing on the elements of Social-Emotional Learning at work can lead to greater employee satisfaction and retention across the organization. At this session, “Social Emotional Learning at Work”, SEL expert, author and educator Dr. Rachelle Rogers-Ard will provide frameworks and interactives to support the building of connections with your peers and teams. Participants will:

Learn the elements of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
Reflect on ways to embed SEL within UCOP competencies at work

Participants must attend both sessions from 10am-12pm PT on October 23 and 31 to receive credit for the course.
Register in the UC Learning Center
Questions? Email ucopld@ucop.edu
