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A message from Systemwide HR Vice President Cheryl Lloyd about your 2026 benefits

If you’re one of those people who never pays attention to Open Enrollment, this is the year to change that.


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Seven tips for voting in California’s Nov. 4 special election

The last day to register online is October 20 — check your registration today!


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Sign up by Tuesday at noon for free Cal football tickets on Friday

On Friday, Oct. 17, join the UC Finance Team in cheering on UC as the Cal Bears take on the University of North Carolina Tar Heels.


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UCOP staff celebrate new community spaces at Oakland open house

Colleagues explored refreshed and new spaces, connected with one another and shared a day of community.


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Mark your calendar for staff events: Speakers, Shakespeare, Diwali, a costume contest and more!

This month at UCOP, colleagues truly have planned something planned for everyone! Mark your calendar and get ready for a fabulous October.


UC Health is helping to expand the physician workforce with $3.75 million in Grow Grants

The grants are intended to invest in medical education initiatives and projects with new concepts on how to expand the physician workforce and strengthen access to comprehensive health care.


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Boost your well-being and learn how to stay safe with upcoming workshops from UCOP and FSAP

To do your job well, caring for your own well-being and safety is essential. From practical safety advice to stress management, cultivating a gratitude practice and connecting with your team, these classes can help.


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5 easy steps to protect yourself against cyber threats at work

Learn how you can protect yourself against cyber threats, as well as surprising facts about how you may inadvertently be putting yourself at risk.


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Start 2026 with a professional development cohort!

Learn how you can participate in the UCOP 2026 Mentorship Program or Take Charge: Developing a Career Strategy.


Shout-Out!

Shout-Out for the Oakland community spaces and open house team

Thera Kalmijn, executive director of UCOP Operations, shares an enthusiastic Shout-Out to the team members who were instrumental in bringing the community spaces to life.


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UC Travel will welcome Hertz, Delta Airlines, Marriott and more UC vendors

For the fifth year in a row, the UC Central Travel Office is hosting a series of virtual events featuring representatives from high-profile vendors who support UC travelers.


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CA staff: The Great ShakeOut is this week

We're joining millions of Californians in the Great ShakeOut earthquake drill, a statewide preparedness event that helps us practice how to stay safe during an earthquake.