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Mark your calendar for EPIC week at UCOP: April 3-7

To help celebrate the return of many employees to our Oakland offices, UCOP employee resource groups invite you to join in celebrating EPIC — equity, participation, inclusion and community — Week!


BSFO shares Black History Month recordings

BSFO has compiled audio and video recordings of their Black History Month events for all colleagues to enjoy.


Black History Month

BSFO Black History Month events continue this week

Explore the rich history of African-Americans in the Golden State through this event series featuring Black Californians who led the way in politics, history and culture. 


BSFO kicks off Black History Month events this week

Join the UCOP Black Staff and Faculty Organization (BSFO) for our annual celebration of Black History Month.


President Michael V. Drake, MD

A message from President Drake on racial violence and Tyre Nichols

President Drake responds to recent racial violence and the killing of Tyre Nichols by Memphis Police.


BSFO Recites MLK’s “I Have a Dream” Speech

To celebrate the upcoming Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday, members of the Black  Staff and Faculty Organization (BSFO) will convene virtually to recite Martin Luther King, Jr.’s famous “I Have a Dream” speech. Join


Volunteers sorting food at a food bank

UCOP colleagues are giving back — here’s how to join them

UCOP employee resource groups are supporting local charities and community members in need. Join them through volunteering or donations.


Box of See's chocolates

Support BSFO with delicious See’s candies

Start your holiday season off on a sweet note by making a purchase at the UCOP-BSFO Yum-Raiser Storefront!


UCOP employee resource groups unite in support of local charities

Help your colleagues give back by signing up to donate goods or to volunteer at an in-person event.


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Join BSFO and friends for holiday volunteer events

On Dec. 8, you're invited to join BSFO members in volunteering at the Alameda County Community Food Bank.


Attend BSFO Health Wellness Week focused on breast and prostate cancer

The Black Staff and Faculty Organization presents a week of events featuring experts in the field of cancer health.


Breast Cancer: Expert Presentation and Survivor Experience

Join BSFO for this special Health Wellness Week presentation featuring Dr. Ryland Gore, Breast Surgical Oncologist, Board Certified, General Surgery Breast Cancer Survivor Ayanna Brewton Join Zoom Meeting: https://UCOP.zoom.us/j/92200846733?pwd=RERjMnZ6ZDBiRjFpVU9jZ1cyL0RBUT09


Prostate Cancer Survivor Harold Leffall

Join BFSO for a special Health Week event featuring, Harold Leffall, prostate cancer survivor and owner of Good Living Now – a premium supplements and wellness company. Join Zoom Meeting: