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BSFO to host array of Black History Month events for all staff

From a movie screening to expert-led conversations and meditation sessions, BSFO invites all colleagues to join them for community-based events in celebration of Black History Month.


Man and dog pose with a snow sculpture of the Olympic rings

A UC Berkeley professor and his service dog will carry the Olympic flame

University of California researcher Matteo M. Garbelotto-Benzon may make history as perhaps the first time a service dog will walk side-by-side with a person with a mobility disability carrying the Olympic flame.


For 20 years, this program has helped students who’ve been in foster care succeed

The program offers hundreds of students holistic support, including mentorship, emergency funds and move-in day supplies.


john a. powell

UCOP launches new Belonging by Design event series

john a. powell and UCOP leaders will explore the fundamental question of how we build an inclusive future.


Soon-to-be-retirees are invited to a May 7 reception in Oakland

Connect with Bay Area retirees who have created a vibrant community with many social and learning opportunities.


Retiring soon? Connect with UC retirees at an Oakland reception

Prospective retirees are invited to join President’s and Regents’ Retiree Association members for a special event on May 7.


Retiring soon? Meet and connect with UC retirees in Oakland

Prospective retirees are invited to join President’s and Regents’ Retiree Association members for a special event on May 7.


Join BSFO for Black History Month events this week

The Black Staff and Faculty Organization is celebrating Black History Month with a speaker series on the theme "The Crisis in Black Education." All UCOP colleagues are invited to attend.


Gary Ruvkun

Four UC-affiliated scientists win 2024 Nobel Prizes

Four UC-affiliated scientists found their sleep disturbed in the early morning hours this week by a memorable phone call — the news of a Nobel Prize award from the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences, the honor of a lifetime.


Attend a virtual screening of a UC Berkeley Free Speech Movement documentary

Commemorate Free Speech Day in California by attending a special virtual screening of “Inside the Free Speech Movement.”


Reminder: Join UC Travel for a sustainability-focused event at UC Berkeley

UC Travel is partnering with the UC Berkeley Travel Team and Campus Sustainability Office for the annual sustainable travel event at UC Berkeley.