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OFFICE OF THE CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
September 22, 2022
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ALL STAFF AT UC SAN DIEGO (excluding UC San Diego Health)
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The information in this campus notice applies to campus staff. UC San Diego Health and Health Sciences staff should refer to Pulse for the most up-to-date information.
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How are you? No, really, how are you? If you’re like me, even reading that I would do the knee-jerk, “I’m fine” or “I’m doing well” response. I’m asking you to really take a moment and check in on yourself. So, I ask again, how are you? This is the time of year where the campus is buzzing with new and returning students and the excitement, promise, and absolute herculean effort by many of you to make sure to deliver on that awesome student experience. When is the last time you sat and thought about how deeply important your contribution is to shaping our future leaders? No role is too small or too removed from the direct student experience, as we all play a part in making this a great place.
Speaking of this great place and in the spirit of our efforts to always work to improve the work experience for all of you, our amazing staff…have you completed your Staff@Work survey? If you haven’t, there is still time. The survey was extended through Friday, September 23, because of how important your feedback is to the efforts we will undertake to better your work experience.
At our last Town Hall, I shared what we lovingly are referring to as the “Yellow Brick Road” outlining our refreshed, and in some ways, brand new approach to maximizing the great feedback you all provide in the Staff@Work survey. After the survey concludes, we will identify our strengths and opportunities and then come back to you for ideas to capitalize on our strengths and ways to address our opportunities. This is just the beginning, and will initiate our ongoing information gathering and sharing so that you can be a part of continuously improving our workplace.
If you have not completed your survey, please work with your supervisor and take some time today to search your email for subject:"staff@work" for your unique link to this year’s survey. If you have questions, contact sawsurvey@ucsd.edu for assistance.
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Now for the updates!
Staff Town Hall: Join us for our next Staff Town Hall on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, from 1:00-2:15 p.m. Register and submit your questions. This Town Hall will highlight:
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- Updates from HR and more opportunities to demonstrate grace
- Updates on campus health and safety
- Campus Finance Updates
- Staff Association Updates
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Can’t attend the Town Hall live? You can always access prior Town Hall recordings here.
News and Resources
STAR Awards: UC San Diego’s STAR (Staff Appreciation and Recognition) Plan for the 2022-2023 fiscal year was approved. The STAR awards program is a tool to recognize exceptional contributions among policy-covered and Clerical Unit (CX) staff employees. More information can be found on the Employee Incentive Award Program page.
New COVID Bivalent Booster Vaccine Now Available: As both our Chancellor and our Health CEO shared earlier this month, the new Pfizer and Moderna “bivalent” vaccines have been designed to continue to provide protection from the originally circulating SARS-CoV-2 virus while adding protection from the newer omicron strains. Campus employees can schedule an appointment online for either La Jolla Medical Center drive up location at 9460 Athena Circle, at the Recreation Gym, or at your preferred provider. You can also get your seasonal influenza vaccine at the same time.
Supervisor Resources: Are you new to supervising/people leading at UC San Diego? Check out our resources in our Supervisor development series Subway Stop 2.
Update your personal contact information in UCPath: It is very important to keep your contact information up to date in UCPath.
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- Go to the UCPath Dashboard
- Choose Employee Actions - Personal Information - Personal Information Summary
- Review to make sure accurate and complete information is saved
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Get Involved in Our Campus Community
Staff Mentorship Program Now Accepting Applications!
We are pleased to share that the Fall 2022/Winter 2023 UC San Diego Staff Mentorship Program has officially launched and is currently accepting applications for mentors and mentees.
The program runs annually from November through April, with an initial kickoff session in late October. The application period for mentees for the Fall 2022/Winter 2023 is open through September 30, 2022. You can learn more about the UC San Diego Staff Mentorship Program on Blink.
We also encourage you to apply for the program if you are interested in serving as a mentor or being paired up with a mentee. Apply online by visiting mentorship.ucsd.edu. Mentor applications are always open and mentee applications will be accepted until Friday, September 30.
If you have any questions, please contact career@ucsd.edu or (858) 822-2633.
On the Horizon: Dates and Deadlines
Public Service Loan Forgiveness for student loans: Last month the UC sent out information and hosted a webinar about the Public Service Loan forgiveness program and the time-limited waiver that expands access to the loan forgiveness for many borrowers. Please review the UCnet page and submit your application.
Upcoming CUCSA chats: The Council of UC Staff Assemblies (CUCSA) is a systemwide employee resource group that maintains and enhances communication within the university community on matters of interest to staff employees in accordance with California laws and Regent policy. Consider attending their upcoming CUCSA Chats to enhance your experience at the UC.
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- September 28, 12:05 – 12:50 p.m. (PT)
- Learn how to avoid time-robbers, manage email, prioritize tasks and use time efficiently, in order to effectively manage and balance your job and leadership responsibilities, and maximize your productivity.
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- October 27, 12:05 – 12:50 p.m. (PT)
- Learn how to use your experiences in employee resource groups or affinity groups to grow your professional career.
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Have an awesome day and do something that brings you joy over the weekend if you can!
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Terri Winbush
Chief Human Resources Officer
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