March 2022 Newsletter

We are providing information on the following:

  • Staff Assembly Art Showcase – 3/16
  • Learners For Equity Training Program – Applications due 3/20
  • Staff Assembly Scholarship – Applications due 4/1
  • Virtual Bingo – 3/18
  • Toolkit for Best Practices in Diversity Recruitment
  • Campus Life Services Events and Employee Discounts

STAFF ASSEMBLY ART SHOWCASE

Wednesday, March 16 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

Meeting ID: 941 559 9804

Password: Staff2022 

Zoom Link

Join us on Wednesday as we showcase several artists and their amazing work!  We will be featuring Marilyn Bazinski and Cindy Cheng.  Learn about their artwork and explore their journey as artists.  We hope you can attend and invite a colleague to join you!  If you are interested in showcasing your artwork, please contact [email protected].  A huge thank you to last month’s artists – Prerna Anand, Christine Sarmiento, Colin Sjostedt and Jill Wolters!

L&OD - LEARNERS FOR EQUITY TRAINING PROGRAM

Deadline to apply: March 20, 2022

Apply Online

Applications are open for the Clinical Research Coordinators: Learners for Equity (Circle) Training Program.  Our Learning & Organization Development department is launching this wonderful training opportunity for current UCSF Staff.  Work side-by-side with our clinical researchers to learn new skills or make a career pivot.  Please reach out to Michael Jones if interested.

STAFF ASSEMBLY SCHOLARSHIP  

Deadline to apply: April 1, 2022 at 11:59pm

Apply Online

The UCSF Staff Assembly is now accepting applications for the Spring 2022 scholarship award cycle.  The aim of this program is to support activities that enrich the professional lives of its members – UCSF career, non-represented, non-union, PPSM policy covered staff. 

UCR STAFF ASSEMBLY VIRTUAL BINGO

Friday, March 18 | 12:00 PM & 6:00 PM

Deadline to register: March 17, 2022 at 5pm

Registration Link

Join UC Riverside Staff Assembly’s Director of Finance Penni Ebina and Past President Dennis McIver for monthly Virtual Bingo!  The event will also include participants from UCDC, UCPath, UCLA, UCRRA, UCOP, UCSB, UCSF, UC Berkeley.  There will be two virtual sessions: A matinee session from 12 - 1 p.m. and the evening session from 6 - 7:30 p.m.

TOOLKIT FOR BEST PRACTICES IN DIVERSITY RECRUITMENT

Link to eCourse

Developed by UCSF Office of Diversity & Outreach and Human Resources, this e-course guides hiring managers and search committee members on the best practices and standardized work for diversity recruitment and hiring at UCSF.  It is aimed to disrupt unconscious bias present in our hiring and promotions process and to recruit and retain diverse employees, particularly those who have been systematically and historically underrepresented. 

CAMPUS LIFE SERVICES (CLS) EVENTS AND EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS

Columbia Sportswear Employee Discount

Friday, March 4 to Sunday, March 27

Event Website

The Columbia Sportswear Company Employee Store in Richmond opens its doors for a limited time to UCSF faculty, staff, and students.

Magical and Memorable - Virtual Magic Show

Friday, March 18 | 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Event Website

Join UCSF Wellness and Community for a fun and entertaining magic show! This highly interactive magic and mind-reading experience will surprise even the most seasoned professionals. This event is suitable for both families and adults. All ages welcome.  *Note: Bring your deck of playing cards to the show! 

Virtual Bingo by the Beat

Wednesday, March 23 | 12 noon – 1:00 PM

Event Website

Embrace your musical genius and connect with your UCSF community with Bingo by the Beat! In this game of both luck and skill, you will hear a wide variety of songs. As soon as you hear a song shown on your card, mark off the corresponding bingo square. Get 4 in a row and you win - up to 20 prizes available! Musical themes include disco, reggae, classic rock and more. Prepare for loads of fun and additional music-themed challenges that will have you moving and grooving to the beat.

Chase Center Events for UCSF Employees

Wednesday, March 30 | 7:00 PM - Latino Heritage Night

Saturday, April 2 | 5:30 PM - Autism Awareness Night

Event Website

Be on the lookout for emails regarding our upcoming election cycle for opportunities to be a part of the UCSF Staff Assembly Executive Board.   For any staff concerns, or any resources you'd like presented at a future Staff Assembly meeting, please email [email protected].  On behalf of the Staff Assembly Executive Board, we want to hear from you!