The holidays, despite their joyful reputation, can heighten sadness, overwhelm, and isolation. Contributions from Elizabeth Sheesley, LMFT, from the Workplace Violence Prevention Team, shed light on how emotions may appear at work and emphasizes the importance of gentle, respectful support from colleagues and leaders. Through empathy, awareness, and access to resources, workplaces can help individuals feel less alone during a challenging season.
One of our most significant milestones was completing our multi-year effort to enhance the student recruitment experience. Concluding in March 2025, this project reduced time-to-hire and improved hire-status visibility for departments and candidates alike.
Learn more about army veteran and Chief Human Resources Officer Tammy Kenber's courageous military experience, her leadership style and her deep commitment to service, drawing on her military experience to strengthen teamwork, enhance workplace safety, and support the mission of Workplace Violence Prevention while honoring and uplifting the veteran community.
On Wednesday, October 22, the university proudly honored nearly 400 faculty and staff members from both UC Davis and UC Davis Health for reaching a milestone of 25 years of dedicated service.
This article celebrates National Home Care & Hospice Month by highlighting the vital role of UC Davis Health’s Home Health, Hospice, and Home-Based Palliative Care programs in providing compassionate, patient-centered care in the home, while also underscoring the growing issue of workplace violence faced by healthcare workers and the importance of CPI verbal de-escalation training in keeping caregivers safe, confident, and supported as they deliver high-quality care.
This November, let’s pause to acknowledge the millions of family members and friends who provide care to loved ones living with disabilities, chronic conditions, or age-related decline.
We know the ongoing federal government shutdown may be affecting members of our community. Moments like this remind us how much we depend on one another and the power of simple acts of care.
Workplace Violence Prevention recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month, reaffirming its commitment to stand with survivors through education, awareness, and access to supportive resources. The article highlights the widespread impact of domestic violence, its presence in the workplace, and the importance of recognizing warning signs, responding with empathy, and connecting individuals to available resources to promote safety, prevention, and compassion year-round.
Glenn Glasgow was honored in the “Believe in Better” campaign for using compassionate, trauma-informed communication to expertly de-escalate a patient crisis and help save a life.
