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Employee Experience Survey opens May 5

Employee Experience Survey Coming May 5

  • by Chancellor Gary S. May
On May 5, you’ll receive an email invitation to take the Employee Experience Survey. This is your opportunity to share feedback on belonging, job satisfaction, leadership, trust, career growth and other important topics that affect your work every day.
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A Holistic Approach to Health for Every Stage of Women’s Lives

In a recent presentation, three UC Health women’s health experts offered valuable guidance and insights for living a life of health, regardless of age or life stage. The physician experts focused on integrative (holistic) health, nutrition, and prevention and lifestyle.
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Employee Experience Network

  • by Debbie Ramos
The Employee Experience Network is here to work alongside the Employee Experience Advisory Committees from both the Davis campus and UC Davis Health to communicate changes at the local level, where we can all make the most difference. 

Celebrating Staff Excellence at the Chancellor’s Residence

  • by Tahlia Aghily
When you think about what makes UC Davis and UC Davis Health truly special, it’s not just the groundbreaking research or world-class care. It's the people—the ones who show up, dig deep, and quietly move mountains every single day.

On April 22, ten of these incredible staff members were honored at the 2025 Chancellor's Outstanding Staff Awards ceremony—a warm, spirited evening hosted at Chancellor Gary May’s residence.

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The Shoes I Borrowed: What I Learned from Seeing Life in A Different Sole

  • by Kimberly McLennan, Trainer
Rounding with the BEST team, at the hospital, for Workplace Violence Awareness Month, became a powerful reminder of the unseen strength and compassion that healthcare workers carry every day. From overwhelmed patients to a calm, commanding leader navigating crisis in real time, each moment revealed the emotional complexity behind hospital walls. This experience offered a humbling walk-in others’ shoes—some worn thin, but all filled with courage, purpose, and deep humanity.
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Retiring Soon? Start Planning with These Resources

July 1st is a popular retirement date for many. If you are planning to retire soon or want to start planning for your retirement, here are some helpful resources:

  • Join a Preparing for Retirement Help Desk or General Benefits Office Hours via Zoom to ask your benefits and retirement questions in real-time.

Workplace Violence Prevention Awareness flyer advertising resources, classes and Employee and Labor Relations Office hours.

April is Workplace Violence Awareness Month: Promoting Safety and Resilience at UC Davis

April marks Workplace Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to recognizing, preventing, and responding to workplace violence to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all employees. At UC Davis, we are committed to fostering a culture of safety and resilience. Throughout the month, we will be offering several opportunities for staff to engage in training, education, and discussions on workplace violence prevention.
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