The OP Staff Assembly (OPSA) Steering Committee has kicked off another year of ambitious initiatives, fun social events and outreach activities — all designed to build engagement, connection and quality of life within the OP community.

Robert Cook joins returning OPSA steering committee members Tracy Fitzgerald, Matthew Leet and Karla Wood for the 2015-16 term.

Voting for OP Staff Assembly leaders end this Friday, July 10. Read the candidates' statements and cast your ballot for up to four candidates.

The committee has six open seats. Nominate yourself or a colleague by June 19.

It's not too late to submit an idea for a brown bag or team-building event. The OP Staff Assembly Steering Committee will review all suggestions at its meeting tomorrow.

OP Staff Assembly has six open seats. Find out how to apply at brown bags next Monday (at Franklin) and Tuesday (at Kaiser).

Learn about the importance of a well-crafted estate plan at an OPSA-sponsored brown bag on May 12, from 12 to 1:30 p.m. in 5320 Franklin.

Meet colleagues, learn about OP initiatives such as the Efficiency Review and Climate and Engagement Council, and engage with OP affinity groups, all while enjoying free food and beverages, courtesy of the UCOP Staff Assembly.

Staff Appreciation Week is almost here. The celebration will kick off a week from today with the Staff Appreciation Lunch, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the Franklin patio.

OP Staff Assembly has kicked off another year of ambitious initiatives and fun social events, all designed to build engagement, connection and quality of life in the OP community.

Dan Scannell, who likes to keep busy with soccer and running, music and home improvement projects, is the incoming OP Staff Assembly chair for 2014-15.