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Lunch & Listen Series

Faculty and staff are invited to join the weekly Women's Center Lunch & Listen series for Women's History Month. From 12–1 p.m. on Zoom every Thursday in March, we will be listening to excerpts from Brené Brown’s podcast,  "Unlocking Us", and discussing.

  • 3/6/25 Patrice Gordon
  • 3/13/24 Melinda French Gates
  • 3/20/25 Dr. Joy Buolamwini
  • 3/27/24 Samin Nosrat

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2025 UCR Staff Conference

UC Riverside has extended an invitation to all UC's for the 2025 UCR Staff Conference, a free, two-day virtual event designed by and for staff, taking place March 25–26, 2025. This year's theme is Mindset Matters: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities.

The conference features 20+ professional development sessions covering emotional intelligence, networking, public speaking, conflict management, and more, plus keynote speakers and career resources.

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Honoring César E. Chávez

UC San Diego celebrates the 24th annual César E. Chávez celebration. This year's theme is "Revolution of Mind and Heart".

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Arab American Heritage Month Celebration

Save the Date: Thursday, April 17th, 2025, 5-7 p.m. in the Price Center East Ball Room.

Plática: Latinas in Leadership Panel

Save the Date: April 21, 2025

Cross-Cultural Center 30th Anniversary Celebration and Book Fair

Save the Date: May 21, 2025

Juneteenth Celebration

Save the Date: Tuesday, June 17th, 1:30 to 4:00 p.m. in the Great Hall.

Looking for more events? Check out the calendars below.

University Calendar

Equity in Mental Health Workshops

Groups and Workshops offered by the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP)

Financial Classes sponsored by the Retirement Association (Current staff are also invited to attend.)

Annual Events and Celebrations

Staff Appreciation

Chancellor Khosla and the Staff Association team up to host these annual events celebrating the contributions of our hard-working staff. Follow us on Instagram or keep an eye out in your email for announcements.

Summer Celebration

One of UC San Diego's signature staff appreciation events, the Summer Celebration features food, live music, and outdoor activities to bring us together while enjoying our fabulous San Diego weather.

Celebrate the Night

As a special event for our evening and night staff, Celebrate the Night recognizes the essential contributions of everyone working evening and overnight shifts. This event is by invitation-only.

Winter Holiday Celebration

Each winter, we gather together to celebrate our diversity with a collection of cultural and spiritual holiday traditions. It's also a time to highlight special events held by our Staff Affiliate Groups.

UC San Diego Celebrations

February

  • National Black History Month

March

April

  • National Arab American Heritage Month

May

  • National Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
  • Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Celebration (APIAHC)

June

  • Juneteenth Celebration

August

  • All-Staff Summer Celebration
  • Celebrate the Night

September

  • California Native American Day
  • National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 – Oct. 15)

November

  • National Native American Heritage Month
  • National Veterans and Military Families Month
  • Veterans Recognition Ceremony

December

  • Celebration of Cultures
  • Winter Holiday Celebration