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President Drake in his Oakland office

From President Drake: The excellence and heart that define our community

President Drake believes that we can build a bright future for each other and for future generations of Californians.


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Share your voting perspectives and experiences with UCnetwork

UCnetwork is working to amplify the voices of UC staff who are planning to participate in the 2024 election.


President Drake headshot

From President Drake: A budget that reflects the impact of your work

President Drake thanks staff for their dedicated work on behalf of the university.


UCSF community members during the June 2019 AIDS Walk in San Francisco.

Check out the July 2024 UC Spotlight

See photos and read stories about staff from across the system who are making a difference!


Daniel Kasprowicz leads UCLA Health staff walking in the 2023 Los Angeles Pride Parade.

Check out the June 2024 UC Spotlight

See photos and read stories about staff from across the system who are making a difference!


2023 accomplishments by systemwide UC staff

We asked from throughout UC to share their biggest accomplishments from 2023 and they came through.


Michael V. Drake, then chancellor at UC Irvine, plays guitar with JT and California Dreamin’ at a 2011 gala for the UCI medical school.

From President Drake: My gratitude playlist

Hot off the presses from the latest issue of UCnetwork, listen to President Drake's Thanksgiving playlist!


Staff Snapshot: Lisa Nguyen, marketing guru and hockey fan

In the latest issue of UCnetwork, Lisa shares the sense of authenticity she's discovered at UC.


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Free professional development opportunities for the UC community

Access to lifelong learning is one of the amazing benefits of being part of UC.


Staff Snapshot: Jody Stiger, safety expert and foodie

In the latest issue of UCnetwork, Jody discusses his fascinating career and what inspires him in his role leading community safety for the university.


Staff Snapshot: Andrea Birskovich, writer

A native Californian and a newly published author, Andrea is passionate about supporting students and sharing her life lessons on resiliency.


Staff Snapshot: Pheather R. Harris, STEM diversity trailblazer

In the latest issue of UCnetwork, Pheather shares how two impactful conversations shaped her life and career, and explains her inspiration for creating a faculty education series to support underrepresented students in STEM.


UC veterans: Serving our country and our university

The many veterans who serve UC bring inspiring stories of personal and community uplift, skills and values honed through diverse experiences and a commitment to lives of service.