UC Berkeley People & Culture

UC Berkeley joins efforts to advance open source initiatives across the UC system. "BIDS will serve as an interdisciplinary community hub where computing, data, science, and society intersect," said Fernando Pérez, faculty director of the institute. "We are excited to collaborate with our UC partners to build a robust open-source ecosystem within the UC system."

At UC Berkeley, effective team building is emphasized as a dynamic and ongoing process, crucial for fostering a cohesive work environment. This involves establishing leadership based on trust and loyalty, setting clear communication and goals, and promoting a culture of cooperation and respect among team members. Read strategies to learn how to not only enhance productivity and creativity but also ensure that every team member feels valued and integral to the collective success. https://lnkd.in/dunJJ84

15 Questions with Chancellor Carol Christ: The campus's outgoing chancellor tells us what's next, how she handled challenges in her time as leader, and what makes Berkeley "Berkeley."

At UC Berkeley, we understand the significance of recharging, which is why we encourage our employees to fully disconnect during their vacations to maintain overall well-being. Prepare for your vacation by setting an out-of-office message with the help of some Icelandic horses. (Yes, you read that right.) Enjoy your vacation knowing your emails are in good hands! Or, hooves rather.

What was your favorite tip from the NOW Conference? We are still glowing from the success of this year’s virtual NOW Conference, which brought together nearly 1,500 staff members across 17 UC campuses. What an incredible week of learning and growth! Stay tuned! We will be posting the session recordings of the 21 concurrent sessions and keynote speeches to our YouTube channel and conference Archives page later this summer. A special thank you goes out to the Planning Committee and everyone who volunteered their time and expertise as keynotes, presenters, coaches, recruiters, session moderators, hosts, and facilitators. Interested in joining the planning committee? Email us at nowconference@berkeley.edu and we’ll be in touch later this summer. #ucnow2024

The Berkeley Staff Assembly and Career Development Committee are excited to announce Cycle 16 of the Mentorship Program. The Mentorship Program offers an exciting opportunity to meet new people and to explore and pursue personal and professional development opportunities with the guidance of a fellow staff member. If you are interested in participating in the Cycle 16 Mentorship Program, please complete your application by Friday, June 28. You can also nominate yourself or another Berkeley staff member to participate in this program as a mentor. Find more information and the mentee & mentor forms on the BSA website. https://lnkd.in/g7fPnNRR 

Whether you are an aspiring people leader or are already a seasoned people manager, the Berkeley People Management program will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop leadership skills through four certificate tracks. Sign up for our series and certificate programs to enhance your leadership success! https://lnkd.in/guXc4q6y

Dacher Keltner, a professor of psychology at UC Berkeley and the director of the Greater Good Science Center, consulted on the new Pixar film Inside Out 2. Keltner talks with Vox about what it was like to serve as a scientific adviser and help shape what new emotions would appear in the film.

Nominations and applications are now open for the Berkeley People Management: Executive Coaching Program for higher education leaders at UC Berkeley and beyond! Applications are due on August 15, 2024, and optional nominations are due on August 1, 2024. BPM: Executive Coaching Program is a cohort-based leadership development experience for people leaders. This experiential learning program is designed to foster your growth and increase your skills through real-time feedback, accountability, and support. Prepare yourself for future success today!

Cheers to the conclusion of this year’s virtual NOW Conference! We brought together nearly 1,500 staff members from 17 UC campuses for an incredible week of engagement and learning. We are proud to say that the NOW Conference remains the largest conference of any kind in the UC system! Our lineup of keynote speakers was nothing short of impressive, featuring Dr. Deepak Chopra, Gorick Ng, and Chancellor Carol Christ. Alongside them, we had 21 concurrent sessions led by a diverse mix of UC staff and external subject matter experts. Missed a session? Don’t worry! We’ll be posting recordings to our YouTube channel and conference Archives page later this summer. This year was also record-breaking for Coaching HQ! We delivered 32 group coaching sessions, four webinars, and 772 1:1 sessions led by 140 coaches and TA advisors. Our commitment to expanding coaching access is stronger than ever, and these numbers show how we’re fulfilling that mission. A huge shoutout to the Planning Committee, a dedicated team of 14 staff from across the UC system, and to everyone who volunteered their time as keynotes, presenters, coaches, recruiters, session moderators, hosts, and facilitators who supported our NOW Conference activities this week. Special thanks also go to our sponsors for making this conference possible. We look forward to seeing you in person next year! #ucnow2024