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Register by June 1 – Investing in Growth: UC Staff Explore New Opportunities at the NOW Conference

May 27, 2026 All Articles, Announcements/Events, People and Management, , ,

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Across the University of California, professional growth isn’t just encouraged—it’s actively supported. One example is UC Berkeley’s annual Next Opportunity at Work (NOW) Conference, a systemwide event designed to help staff reflect on their careers, build new skills, and…
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Inside the Interview Debrief, Part One: What Panelists Are Really Saying After You Leave the Room 

May 26, 2026 All Articles, People & Culture, People and Management, , , ,

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One of the most fascinating parts of my job as a recruiter is getting to experience the full arc of the candidate journey: the excitement I hear from the candidate leading up to a panel interview, observing the interview itself,…
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Accessible Social Media: Practical Tips for More Inclusive, Engaging Content

May 21, 2026 Accessibility, All Articles, Digital Experience, ,

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If you manage social media, you’re already balancing content calendars, performance metrics, and constantly changing algorithms. Accessibility can feel like one more task. At its core, however, accessibility is about making sure everyone can engage with your content.  There’s also a strategic upside:…
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Meet Tech Leader Shohreh Bozorgmehri

May 19, 2026 All Articles, People & Culture, People and Management, Tech Leaders, , , ,

UC Tech News is excited to launch the UC Tech Leaders Q&A Series in 2026—a series designed to spotlight the voices shaping technology across UC.    What is Your Name?   Shohreh Bozorgmehri    What is Your Title? UC Location?    I am currently transitioning from my…
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Mentorship at UC: Where Growth and Connection Meet 

May 13, 2026 All Articles, People & Culture, ,

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Mentorship is one of the most meaningful ways we invest in the people who carry out the University of California’s mission every day. Across UC, staff, faculty, and leaders contribute not only through their expertise, but through the relationships they build,…
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Getting to Know Tech Leader April Sather

May 6, 2026 All Articles, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity & Digital Risk, People & Culture, People and Management, Tech Leaders, , , , ,

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UC Tech News is excited to launch the UC Tech Leaders Q&A Series in 2026—a series designed to spotlight the voices shaping technology across UC.  April Sather has recently been recognized as one of the Female…
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Webinar: UC Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) 2026: From Policy to Practice – May 21 – REGISTER NOW

May 5, 2026 Accessibility, All Articles, Digital Experience, Other, ,

UC Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2026 Webinar: From Policy to Practice Register now May 21st

On May 21, 2026, join colleagues from across the University of California for our Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) event, From Policy to Practice: Strengthening Accessibility Across UC.  From 10-11:30 a.m. (PT), you’ll hear how accessibility is being operationalized across campuses and build…
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Accessibility by Design: How UCPath Is Meeting New ADA Digital Standards

May 4, 2026 Accessibility, All Articles, User Experience, ,

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A version of this story appears in the UC’s Digital Impact Engine report, published in February 2026. New federal accessibility rules under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title II went into effect in April 2026, requiring public higher…
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Advancing Inclusive Excellence During AAPI Heritage Month

May 1, 2026 All Articles, Announcements/Events, People & Culture, , , , ,

AAPI Heritage Month: Panel: AAPI Women Leaders at the Intersection of Technology and

The month of May marks Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month—a time to appreciate the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of AAPI communities. It is also an opportunity to reflect on the ongoing work required to construct spaces…
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