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New UC COVID-19 Policy Proposal

April 26, 2021
The University of California joined the California State University in supporting immunizations as part of an expected return of students, faculty, academic appointees and staff to in-person instruction across the state this fall.

Bargaining Information: Skilled Crafts Unit (K3)

April 15, 2021
Public notice meetings are scheduled and proposals are available for local bargaining between the University of California, Davis (UCD) and Teamsters Local 2010, Skilled Crafts unit (K3).
Labor Relations
"Yeah But" Solution

The Case of Jasmine and the “Yeah But” Solution

Posted by Barrett McBride on April 14, 2021
Procastination in the Face of Tough Decisions

Jasmine (not her real name)  had been the director of a unit on the campus of a nonprofit university for less than two years.  Over the last year, two department  managers retired when Covid-19 expanded, and had not been replaced. Work had been redistributed “temporarily”  six months ago while she delayed in recruiting for replacements because, “it is so hard to hire virtually when we usually operate face-to-face.”

Organizational Excellence
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Take Vacation - Especially if You're Maxed Out

March 30, 2021
We've got some important vacation updates for you: planning future travel may boost mood and mindset, vacation maximum allowance will be enforced, beginning July 1, 2021 and use your vacation OR donate it to someone experiencing a catastrophic need.
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Creating Inclusion & Safe Spaces - Monthly Series

March 23, 2021
The need to connect at work is powerful and leaders can create safe and inclusive spaces. Join Organizational Excellence for monthly sessions, beginning Apr. 22, that empower leaders to deal with contemporary issues.
Organizational Excellence
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