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President Drake at the Aspen Institute Mexico

President Drake speaks with Mexican counterpart at Aspen Institute Mexico

On June 22, President Michael V. Drake, M.D., participated in a conversation with Enrique Graue Weichers, rector of the National Autonomous University of Mexico, during a virtual event organized by the Aspen Institute Mexico.


Brent Colburn

Brent Colburn will join UCOP as senior vice president of External Relations and Communications

Beginning in late August, Brent will oversee all university-wide internal and external communications and outreach, state and federal governmental relations, advancement and alumni relations in support of UC’s mission.


Whistleblower activities at UC and the California Whistleblower Protection Act

The University’s Whistleblower Policy provides multiple avenues for employees to bring forward concerns of potential employee misconduct.


Juneteenth holiday timecoding

The new Juneteenth holiday will appear on your June timesheet.


UCOP information technology is adapting to meet new needs

IT Client Services led by Shirley Bittlingmeier will move to Information Technology Services to support integrated, end-to-end cybersecurity efforts and help ensure that UCOP can anticipate and respond to cyber threats.


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Columbia Sportswear: Summer sale and UCOP discount

Refresh your outdoor gear with Columbia Sportswear. UCOP employees will have access to an exclusive discount from July 2-25.


President Drake institutes Juneteenth as UC’s newest holiday

Juneteenth has been added to the UC holiday calendar. This year it will be observed on Monday, June 28.


Meet Dr. Anne Foster, health equity advocate, composer and filmmaker

Anne is enjoying a fulfilling career as chief clinical officer of University of California Health — while continuing to seek new experiences and diverse perspectives around the globe.


UC’s Children’s Hospitals soar in new ratings

All of UC’s pediatric hospitals were ranked in the top 50 in the country in multiple specialties that involve caring for children with medically complex conditions — plus more great news.


UC applauds affirmation of Title IX protections for gay and transgender students and employees

President Michael V. Drake, M.D., applauds the affirmation by the Office for Civil Rights that Title IX prohibits discrimination against students and employees in schools based on sexual orientation and gender identity.


UCOP Oakland building

Reminder: UCOP facility status and COVID-19 protocols

UCOP will maintain its existing COVID-19 prevention protocols until the university has implemented a systemwide vaccination policy and the UCOP vaccination tracking tool.