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November 2018

Women We Admire: Ann Kovalchick

Monday, November 5, 2018, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

Bring your lunch and join Ann Kovalchick, Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief Information Officer at UC Merced, for the next talk in the Women We Admire series. To join by Zoom conference: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/6987568179 To join by phone: (408) 638-0968 (toll charges apply) or *4 (from a UCOP office phone). Enter Meeting ID: 698-756-8179 Questions about this event? Contact Blaze.Ferrar@ucop.edu

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UCOP Building Consolidation Records Kick-Off

Monday, November 5, 2018, 2:00 pm4:00 pm

As UCOP consolidates its offices in 1111 Franklin and 1100 Broadway, the space you have for your paper records will be reduced or eliminated. Records Management has hired consultants to figure out what you can destroy, store off-site, or digitize.   The consultants will give a presentation at 2:30 p.m. to explain how they will help you. Light snacks will be provided.

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Women We Admire: Jaime Nack, President of Three Squares, Inc.

Thursday, November 29, 2018, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

To join by Zoom conference: https://UCOP .zoom.us/j/6987568179 (408) 638-0968 (toll charges apply) *4 (from a UCOP office phone) Meeting ID: 698-756-8179 Questions about this event? Contact Blaze.Ferrar@ucop.edu

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December 2018

Safety and Targeted Violence in the Workplace

Thursday, December 20, 2018, 1:30 pm3:30 pm

UC Police Officer Wade MacAdam will discuss how to stay safe in the workplace in the event of targeted violence, including an active shooter. Questions about this event? Contact Roman.Starno@ucop.edu.

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January 2019

Celebrate ten years of great service at the BRC Open House

Friday, January 25, 2019, 3:00 pm5:00 pm

Join BRC for refreshments, music, games and prizes.

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Accomplish More in 2019 (with Less Time, Effort, and Stress)

Wednesday, January 30, 2019, 8:30 am4:30 pm

Join Pierre Khawand, founder of People-OnTheGo, to learn about breakthrough techniques for time and productivity challenges.

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February 2019

BSFO’s Black History Month Kick-off Event

Monday, February 4, 2019, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

This kick-off event will feature  UC Davis Chancellor Gary S. May, as well as the presentation to the recipient of BSFO’s $1,000 UC Student Scholarship Award.

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BSFO’s Community Partnership Presentations

Thursday, February 7, 2019, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

Concerned Parents Alliance/College Bound Programs & The Young Gents Organization will talk about their work as community partners with BSFO.

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Fireside Chat with Provost & Executive Vice President Michael Brown

Monday, February 11, 2019, 12:00 pm1:00 pm
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BSFO Guest Speaker Series

Thursday, February 14, 2019, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

This guest speaker event will feature Mary Ellen Butler, retired Oakland Tribune journalist and author of Heart & Soul: The Remarkable Courtship and Marriage of Josh and Virginia Craft Rose.

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Black History Month: Genealogy Workshop

Wednesday, February 20, 2019, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

Discover your family roots!  Genealogy family tree forms will be provided in advance. Genealogy experts hail from the African American Genealogical Society of Northern California (AAGSNC).

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BSFO Films: “Gladys Brown,” “Charlie” (Pt. 2) & “To Raise a Child”

Monday, February 25, 2019, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

BSFO Film Premieres Join the Black Staff and Faculty Organization (BSFO) in viewing films from the San Francisco Black Film Festival (SBFF) during Black History Month! "Gladys Brown" After being cheated out of her dream job, a long-suffering receptionist plots revenge. (Run time: 12.5 minutes)   "La Vie Magnifique de Charlie" A carefree woman struggles to remain so, even after the death the love of her life: her sister. (Showing part two. Total run time: 1 hour, 23 minutes) "To…

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BSFO Executive Leadership Panel

Tuesday, February 26, 2019, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

Join the Black Staff and Faculty Organization for an informative panel with African-American executive leaders at UCOP. William Cooper, Associate Vice President and Chief Procurement Officer, University of California Dwaine Duckett, Vice President, Systemwide Human Resources Pamela Jennings,Executive Director, University of California Graduate Studies Charles Robinson, General Counsel and Vice President, Legal Affairs For more information, please contact Latascha.MagnessCotton@ucop.edu.

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BSFO Films: “Pushing Skills” & “Jabari Keating”

Thursday, February 28, 2019, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

BSFO Film Premieres Join the Black Staff and Faculty Organization (BSFO) in viewing films from the San Francisco Black Film Festival (SBFF) during Black History Month! "Pushing Skills" A street-smart hustler uses his invention to give people extraordinary skills for few hours but finds himself in trouble when the wrong people hear about it. (Run time: 15 minutes) "Jabari Keating" Upon making a life altering decision, Jabari Keating is a candid first person narrative film that explores his personal reflections, life…

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March 2019

Managing Change and Transitions

Wednesday, March 6, 2019, 8:30 am4:00 pm

We all know change is inevitable, so navigating change is an essential skill. This workshop focuses on the dynamics of change and your role in understanding, communicating and managing change and transitions. All UCOP employees will benefit from this class, which is based on William Bridges’ authoritative work on managing transitions.

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OPSA Mardi Gras – Oakland

Friday, March 15, 2019, 3:30 pm6:30 pm
Free

On Friday, March 15, OP Staff Assembly invites employees to embrace the carefree attitude of the Big Easy with free afternoon Mardi Gras-themed employee-appreciation events at Franklin and UCPath. As they say in New Orleans during the annual citywide Mardi Gras celebration, Laissez les bons temps rouler – a Cajun phrase that roughly translates to: Let the good times roll!  Mardi Gras in Oakland Franklin Lobby 1, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy refreshing beverages alongside delicious appetizers from Angeline’s Louisiana…

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April 2019

IRAP Open House

Monday, April 8, 2019, 11:00 am2:00 pm

Get prepared to win the next UC trivia contest! You can pick up facts and stats to ensure your victory at the Institutional Research and Academic Planning (IRAP) Open House on Monday, April 8. Come and learn about the work IRAP does in support of students, faculty, academics and staff at the University of California, as well as how IRAP can support your work. There will be poster sessions and live demonstrations of the UC Information Center. Light lunch will…

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APISA Women’s Personal Safety Workshop

Thursday, April 11, 2019, 11:30 am12:30 pm

Join the Asian and Pacific Islander Staff Association (APISA) for a personal safety workshop specifically geared towards women. This will be taught by the same martial artist who conducted a Filipino martial arts demonstration during the Filipino Heritage Festival.

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UCOP Cool Campus Challenge Celebration

Friday, April 12, 2019, 2:00 pm4:00 pm

Come sign-up for and rally around the Cool Campus Challenge with your fellow UCOP employees! We’ll be celebrating UCOP’s participation in the UC-wide Cool Campus Challenge with a fun-filled kick-off celebration that will feature: Sustainable prizes and giveaways A waste-bin sorting game A photo booth Ice cream Sign up and start reducing your carbon emissions today at CoolCampusChallenge.org! The Cool Campus Challenge is a friendly four-week challenge designed to educate and motivate the University of California campus community to take…

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Mindfulness at Work

Thursday, April 18, 2019, 10:00 am11:00 am

Less stress. Enhanced awareness and focus. Improved health. These are some of the benefits shown in research studies on mindfulness. In this one-hour workshop, you will learn how to both reduce your stress and increase your effectiveness at work through simple mindfulness techniques. Some highlights: Research on mindfulness benefits Mindfulness vs meditation Simple mindfulness practices at work

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Compass Points: Understanding Your Work Style

Thursday, April 18, 2019, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

Success in any job requires the ability to understand how you and your colleagues approach everyday situations and how different work styles can benefit the group. Compass Points is a fun, interactive, hour-long workshop that will introduce you to four common personality types (“Compass Points”) and explore the strengths of each one. Participants will learn: How your preferences and values shape your working style The importance of viewing situations from diverse perspectives Tips for having better working and personal relationships…

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UCOP Optimization Update

Tuesday, April 23, 2019, 1:30 pm2:30 pm

The Office of the President has recently been the subject of several outside studies and internal efforts to ensure that UCOP is structured to best support the mission of the University and provide optimal stewardship of resources. On Tuesday, April 23, at 1:30 p.m., join Chief Strategy Officer Zoanne Nelson for an overview of these efforts. This town hall-style meeting will include key findings from reviews of accounting, finance and compensation practices, the Huron report and feedback from campuses. Actions…

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May 2019

UCOP Chancellor Chat: Chancellor Blumenthal, UCSC

Thursday, May 2, 2019, 3:00 pm4:00 pm

This event is part of a monthly series of informal, interactive conversations between UC chancellors and UCOP staff, designed to give chancellors and UCOP employees an opportunity to get to know each other better and to help UCOP staff better understand chancellors’ priorities and challenges. Zoom information Webinar ID: 541-173-941 Web link: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/541173941 iPhone one-tap: +16699006833,,541173941#  or +16468769923,,541173941# Phone: +1 (669) 900-6833  or +1 (646) 876-9923 International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/awkF1rsj0

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Women We Admire: Kum-Kum Bhavnani, Systemwide Academic Senate Vice Chair, Professor, Author, and Filmmaker

Tuesday, May 14, 2019, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

Questions about this event? Contact Blaze.Farrar@ucop.edu To join by Zoom conference: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/6987568179 (408) 638-0968 (toll charges apply) *4 (from a UCOP office phone) Meeting ID: 698-756-8179

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APISA Film Screening: “They Came for Us”

Tuesday, May 28, 2019, 11:30 am1:00 pm

Join Asian and Pacific Islander Staff Association (APISA) for their film screening of "They Came for Us," about WWII internment of Japanese Americans. APISA will also host a panel, featuring someone who was interned at Tule Lake, an immigrant attorney, and OGC Staff Counsel Mark Morodomi, who will chair the panel of speakers. More details to come!

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Communication Skills for Successful Projects

Thursday, May 30, 2019, 8:30 am12:30 pm

This workshop taught by Raj Kapur focuses on the key skills, tools, and behaviors that underlie collaborative communication required for successful project results. You will learn how to analyze a team’s communication competence, how to build core capability in “dimensional listening,” and how to frame clear messages, advocacy, and communication across cultural and thinking style differences. The workshop also covers communication for virtual and geographically distributed teams by using everything from email to IM to wikis. This helps you select…

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July 2019

Iron Mountain Records Scanning Presentation

Tuesday, July 9, 2019, 9:30 am11:00 am

The Records Management team is now offering records scanning services from Iron Mountain. Attend a kick-off meeting to learn more about this service, find out what to expect and have your scanning questions answered — all while enjoying light refreshments. What: Iron Mountain records scanning presentation When: Tuesday, July 9, 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (Presentation at 10:00 a.m.) Where: Franklin Lobby 1 & Zoom Zoom information: Link: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/5109870385 Meeting ID: 510 987 0385 Dial by your location +1 669…

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UCOP Chancellor Chats: Chancellor Wilcox, UC Riverside

Wednesday, July 10, 2019, 3:00 pm4:00 pm

This event is part of a monthly series of informal, interactive conversations between UC chancellors and UCOP staff, designed to give chancellors and UCOP employees an opportunity to get to know each other better, and to help UCOP staff better understand chancellors’ priorities and challenges. Zoom information Web link: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/122450562 Webinar ID: 122 450 562 iPhone one-tap: +16699006833,122450562#  or +16468769923,122450562# Phone: +1 (669) 900-6833  or +1 (646) 876-9923 International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/awkF1rsj0

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Mindfulness at Work

Tuesday, July 16, 2019, 11:00 am5:00 pm

Less stress. Enhanced awareness and focus. Improved health. These are some of the benefits shown in research studies on mindfulness. In this one-hour workshop, you will learn how to both reduce your stress and increase your effectiveness at work through simple mindfulness techniques. Some highlights: Research on mindfulness benefits Mindfulness vs meditation Simple mindfulness practices at work

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Do’s and Don’ts of Effective Presentations

Tuesday, July 16, 2019, 1:00 pm4:00 pm

Public speaking and giving presentations is one of the most difficult thing that anybody will do in their career. In this informative workshop, participants will learn the 14 elements that can make their next presentation shine or bomb. As a result of attending this workshop, participants will be equipped with knowledge and skills that will help them be more impactful when delivering a presentation to an audience that’s either large or small.

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Building Strong Work Relationships

Tuesday, July 30, 2019, 9:00 am4:00 pm

Do you know how to build successful work relationships and interact with people in a positive way in order to achieve UC’s organizational goals? Strengthen your skills in this daylong course with topics including assessing and shifting messages for different types of communicators, trust-building strategies, avoiding misunderstandings and conflict-resolution skills to manage and repair difficult situations.

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Comprehensive California Financial Aid Reform Panel

Wednesday, July 31, 2019, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

Student Affairs will host a panel discussion with The Institute for College Access and Success (TICAS) on statewide financial aid reform and the possibility of a California Affordability Promise. Many of the reform proposals are based on UC’s own Education Financing Model, and some include a debt-free path to a bachelor’s degree. Come learn about the proposals, the controversial elements and what might happen next in college affordability in California during this brown-bag lunchtime event. Questions? Please contact Shawn Brick…

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August 2019

UCOP Performance Appraisal Feedback Session

Monday, August 19, 2019, 11:00 am12:00 pm

Provide your feedback on the UCOP performance appraisal process for non-represented staff." The events are sponsored by local UCOP HR, and any questions about them should go to Link@ucop.edu

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UCOP Performance Appraisal Feedback Session

Wednesday, August 21, 2019, 1:00 pm2:00 pm

Provide your feedback on the UCOP performance appraisal process for non-represented staff." The events are sponsored by local UCOP HR, and any questions about them should go to Link@ucop.edu

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UCOP Performance Appraisal Feedback Session

Friday, August 23, 2019, 2:00 pm3:00 pm

Provide your feedback on the UCOP performance appraisal process for non-represented staff." The events are sponsored by local UCOP HR, and any questions about them should go to Link@ucop.edu

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September 2019

6th Annual IT Tech Fair

Thursday, September 12, 2019, 11:30 am1:30 pm

Join IT Client Services for the 6th annual IT Tech Fair at UCOP! More details to be announced closer to event. Questions? Contact Shirly Bittlingmeier.

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Smartsheet Day

Monday, September 16, 2019, 1:00 pm5:00 pm

Join the Smartsheet support team in Lobby 1. Register here.

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Do’s and Don’ts of Effective Presentations

Thursday, September 19, 2019, 1:00 pm4:00 pm

Public speaking and giving presentations is one of the most difficult thing that anybody will do in their career. In this informative workshop, participants will learn the 14 elements that can make their next presentation shine or bomb. As a result of attending this workshop, participants will be equipped with knowledge and skills that will help them be more impactful when delivering a presentation to an audience that’s either large or small. Register here.

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UCOP Pathway to Retirement

Thursday, September 26, 2019, 8:30 am12:00 pm

UC Pathway to Retirement is a Comprehensive Retirement Education Event to help employees from UC Office of the President plan for financial security and enjoy all that retirement brings. Whether it’s months or years away, your pathway to a successful retirement starts here! Advance registration is required: Visit the event page to sign up. Date: Thursday, September 26, 2019 Location: Lobby One, 1111 Franklin Street Agenda: 8:30 – 9:00 a.m. Registration and Refreshments 9:00 – 12:00 p.m. Retirement Education Sessions For more…

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October 2019

Lunchtime discussion with UC Regents Cecilia Estolano and Lark Park

Wednesday, October 2, 2019, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

Questions? Contact Tisa.Gilyard@ucop.edu

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UCOP Chancellor Chats: Chancellor Block, UCLA

Wednesday, October 2, 2019, 3:00 pm4:00 pm

This event is part of a monthly series of informal, interactive conversations between UC chancellors and UCOP staff, designed to give chancellors and UCOP employees an opportunity to get to know each other better, and to help UCOP staff better understand chancellors’ priorities and challenges. Zoom information Web link: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/122450562 Webinar ID: 122 450 562 iPhone one-tap: +16699006833,122450562#  or +16468769923,122450562# Phone: +1 (669) 900-6833  or +1 (646) 876-9923 International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/awkF1rsj0

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New Employee Orientation

Tuesday, October 8, 2019, 8:45 am12:30 pm

Welcome to UCOP! New Employee Orientation is offered once a month from 8:45 am until 12:30 pm (breakfast is provided including vegetarian options). Register now and let us welcome you! Register here.

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Managing Change and Transitions

Thursday, October 10, 2019, 9:00 am4:00 pm

“The only thing that is constant is change” — Heraclitus who lived 100 years before Plato knew this, and it is never more true than in today’s organizations. This workshop focuses on change and your role in understanding, communicating, and managing change and transitions. All employees are encouraged to attend. Register here.

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Panel presentation on UC’s education outreach in prisons

Monday, October 21, 2019, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

Questions? Contact Jimmy.Johnson@ucop.edu

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Workshop: Making Change Work for You

Tuesday, October 22, 2019, 2:30 pm4:00 pm

This 90-minute workshop will deepen your knowledge of how change impacts you and to help you find ways to tap into your inner strength during personal or organizational change. Register here.

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EEDG Multicultural Day

Thursday, October 24, 2019, 11:00 am2:00 pm

Save the Date: October 24 is Multicultural Day at UCOP! Organized by UCOP’s Employee Engagement and Diversity Group (EEDG), this popular annual celebration recognizes the diverse backgrounds and identities of UCOP staff. All employees are invited to connect with one another and to learn more about the amazing work of UCOP’s affinity groups. This year’s Multicultural Day will take place in Oakland’s Franklin Lobby 1 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Celebrations will also be held in the early afternoon in…

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November 2019

Effective Writing Skills – Action Writing

Monday, November 4, 2019, 1:00 pm4:00 pm

In this workshop, you will learn how to get your ideas across clearly and concisely. You’ll learn practical tips and tools you can immediately use to make your written communications more effective. The result: increased clarity, response and action from your readers. Topics include: Avoiding embarrassment by error-proofing your writing Exercises for eliminating wordiness Breaking through writer’s block Organizing your ideas with outlining and reverse outlining Email best practices Bottom-line messages Creating action plans Register now

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BSFO Bake Sale

Thursday, November 14, 2019, 11:00 am2:00 pm

Please join the BSFO for a bake sale! All proceeds will support the BSFO scholarship fund. Consider a monetary donation Support the scholarship fund in one of four easy ways: Cash: Give to Latashcha Magness-Cotton Venmo: @UCOP-BSFO Cash App: $UCOPBSFO Check: Make payable to the Black Staff & Faculty Association; give to Latashcha Donate a baked good Homemade and purchased baked goods are welcome! If you plan to donate baked goods, please complete this form.

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Targeted Shooter and Safety Presentation

Thursday, November 21, 2019, 2:00 pm3:30 pm

More information will be posted leading up to event.

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January 2020

UCOP Chancellor Chats: Chancellor Gillman, UC Irvine

Wednesday, January 8, 2020, 3:00 pm4:00 pm

This event is part of a monthly series of informal, interactive conversations between UC chancellors and UCOP staff, designed to give chancellors and UCOP employees an opportunity to get to know each other better, and to help UCOP staff better understand chancellors’ priorities and challenges. Zoom information Web link: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/122450562 Webinar ID: 122 450 562 iPhone one-tap: +16699006833,122450562#  or +16468769923,122450562# Phone: +1 (669) 900-6833  or +1 (646) 876-9923 International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/awkF1rsj0

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APISA – Tet New Year

Wednesday, January 22, 2020, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

Join APISA in celebrating the Tet New Year (Vietnamese culture) with a potluck and participatory, hands-on spring rolls workshop taught by a Vietnamese chef! On the Chinese Lunar Calendar, 2020 is the Year of the Rat. Free for all to participate.

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President Napolitano Town Hall

Thursday, January 30, 2020, 11:00 am12:00 pm

President Napolitano Town Hall January 30, 2020 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Location: 1111 Franklin St., Lobby 1, Oakland, CA 94607 Zoom: Will be announced via Outlook invitation Submit a question online anonymously.

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February 2020

UCOP Chancellor Chats: Chancellor May, UC Davis

Wednesday, February 5, 2020, 3:00 pm4:00 pm

This event is part of a monthly series of informal, interactive conversations between UC chancellors and UCOP staff, designed to give chancellors and UCOP employees an opportunity to get to know each other better, and to help UCOP staff better understand chancellors’ priorities and challenges. Zoom information Web link: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/122450562 Webinar ID: 122 450 562 iPhone one-tap: +16699006833,122450562#  or +16468769923,122450562# Phone: +1 (669) 900-6833  or +1 (646) 876-9923 International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/awkF1rsj0

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