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Colleague-recommended resources for conversation at a pivotal time

In the wake of the death of George Floyd and related protests, UCOP has been hosting community conversations. Here are resources to help you process current events and support your colleagues.


Take the Staff Appreciation Challenge!

There’s never been a better time to show your colleagues how much you appreciate them. Join the OP Staff Assembly in spreading gratitude.


Fun February events in the Bay Area

Was one of your New Year's resolutions to try new things? Get out of the house and check out a new local activity, right here in the Bay Area.


UCOP Pride celebrates community in Oakland

On Sunday, September 8, UCOP Pride, family members and friends gathered together to celebrate the diversity of the Oakland community at the Oakland Pride Parade.


BSFO Scholarship Lunch: Order hot dogs, chili and nachos!

Help support scholarships for local students by attending the BSFO scholarship lunch. Taking place on September 18, it’s a delicious way to support a great cause.


UCOP employees give back at “The Rock”

As part of the Academic Affairs Year of Service, employees from UCOP’s IRAP team recently volunteered on San Francisco’s infamous Alcatraz Island.


VIDEO: Finally, a closet that’s fun to be in

In the Cantú Clothing Closet at UC Santa Cruz, trans and nonbinary students get a great, free place to shop. The experience has given them a place to explore and represent themselves in whatever way they feel is best.


Keep summer going with local July events

As summer rolls along this July, check out these local events to keep up the fun and excitement. Whether you’re in Oakland, Riverside, DC or Sacramento, we’ve got plans for you!


Staff affinity group spotlight: APISA

On May 28, 2019, UCOP’s Asian and Pacific Islander Staff Association (APISA) hosted a film screening of “They Came for Us,” which discussed the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. This screening


UC Berkeley Chancellor Carol T. Christ headlines UCOP’s second Chancellor Chat

On Wednesday, June 5, UC Berkeley Chancellor Carol T. Christ addressed UCOP staff, sharing her experiences in higher education and as Cal’s first-ever woman chancellor.


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Starting June 22, dial 510 for East Bay calls

This summer, area code 510 in the East Bay will also be served by a new area code, 341. Program your phone now: All local numbers will require 10-digit dialing.


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“Why I donate” – More stories from OP’s regular blood donors

UCOP’s next blood drive will take place on Wednesday, June 19. Sign up for an appointment, and learn why fellow staff members give — from a desire to help people in need to dramatic ways their lives have been touched by blood donations from strangers.