UCLA Staff Assembly

Well-Being Community Forum: Fostering Community in the Workplace
2025-04-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom
There’s still time to register for the Well-Being Community Forum, “Fostering Community in the Workplace”, presented by the Semel Healthy Campus Initiative Center and Staff Assembly!
📆 Date: Monday, April 14
⏰ Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm
📍 Location: Zoom
Topics covered will include effective communication across teams, skills for managing hybrid teams, the value of kindness and compassion in the workplace, and cultivating enduring workplace relationships.
Register here for this event; of note, only those with valid UCLA email addresses will be provided with the Zoom information for the event. Those participating will be able to pose questions before and during the community forum. A video recording will be available for viewing after the event on the Semel HCI Center website.

Learn@Lunch Webinar: UCLA Staff Assembly Executive Board Election
2025-04-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Learn@Lunch Webinar: UCLA Staff Assembly Executive Board Election
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Noon – 1 p.m.
Zoom
Are you interested in running for a UCLA Staff Assembly Board position? The UCLA Staff Assembly Executive Board will host a Learn@Lunch webinar on Wednesday, April 16 to kick off the election season. Executive Board members will present the roles, responsibilities, and time commitments associated with each position. This is an opportunity to learn about each position to determine if the role is a fit for you. In addition, the event will provide you with an understanding of what Staff Assembly is and what we do for the UCLA community and beyond.
Staff Assembly Executive Board Eligibility Requirements: The Executive Board shall be nominated and elected by the general Staff Assembly membership. The appointment period is July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. Any policy-covered staff who has completed one (1) year of employment at UCLA is eligible to be elected as a member of the Staff Assembly Executive Board. Nominees must not be exclusively represented or employed in a position that is part of a collective bargaining unit. Staff may self-nominate.
Timeline of Events:
April 21-May 6, 2025, Nomination Submission Period
May 7-May 16, 2025, Eligibility Confirmation Period
May 19-May 23, 2025, Elections
Week of May 28, 2025, Announcement of Elected Board Members
Learn more about UCLA Staff Assembly and the programs developed by visiting staffassembly.ucla.edu. Check out our Board Member descriptions for information about the positions.

“Investments” Financial Wellness Seminar with Lucy Viado
2025-04-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Join us for the fourth and final installment of our Financial Wellness series presented in partnership with University Credit Union and Staff Assembly.

Date/Time: April 29, 2025 at Noon
Location: Webinar (space is limited, RSVP in advance)

Lucy Viado is a seasoned financial advisor and fully registered with over 20 years of experience in financial and wealth management, including banking, lending, and insurance services. She currently serves as a Wealth Advisor at University Investment Services in Westwood. Through Copper Financial, she specializes in creating personalized strategies to help members achieve their financial goals through relationship building, comprehensive discovery, and assessment processes.

Learn@Lunch Open House: An Eye on Wellness with U See LA Optometry
2025-05-07 12:00 - 13:00 | U See LA Optometry (Ackerman Union, B-Level)
Come discover the wide range of services the U See LA Optometry team provides to UCLA faculty and staff—including comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, and cutting-edge care for your vision health. Meet our friendly optometrists and staff, tour the clinic, and learn how to make the most of your UC vision benefits right here on campus.
Date/ Time: Wednesday, May 7, from 12-1pm
Location: U See LA Optometry (Ackerman Union, B-Level)
Light refreshments will be served and giveaways will be available.
Whether you’re due for an eye exam or just curious about what we offer, this is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and see how U See LA Optometry can help you *focus* on your wellness!
Space is limited—RSVP today!

Meet the Leaders: Lucy Avetisyan
2025-05-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
We invite you to join Staff Assembly on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 from 12:00 – 1:00 pm, for our virtual event, Meet the Leaders Series! We will host a Zoom discussion with Lucy Avetisyan, Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief Information Officer (CIO) at UCLA, and 20 randomly selected staff members. Sign up now!
Please complete this online application by 11:59 pm on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. If you are selected, you will be notified by Friday, May 9, 2024.
Eligibility:

All staff members who have at least one year of service and currently hold career or contract appointments may apply to attend the event.
Staff classified as Senior Management Group are not eligible.
Staff who have not attended this event in the past will be prioritized for consideration in the random selection process.
To ensure new staff members have the opportunity to participate, we ask that you not apply if you have attended this event before — in person or virtually. However, if you are not selected for this particular event, you may reapply in the future.

Supervisors are encouraged to grant invited employees sufficient release time to attend the event, provided that the absence would not infringe upon the performance of required job duties.
We would like to thank Lucy Avetisyan for her continued support of Meet the Leaders which brings together employees from across campus to enjoy this special event.

Help Support Staff Scholarships!
2025-11-03 - 2025-12-02
Help raise money for UCLA staff scholarships by donating to or sharing The 2025 UCLA Staff Scholarship Campaign!
Join us in empowering UCLA staff to grow professionally and drive excellence in education, research, public service, and patient care. Your support makes their success possible. Annually, UCLA Staff Assembly seeks your support to fund scholarships that advance staff careers and professional growth. Now, more than ever, your contribution is essential. Every gift helps build opportunities for staff to develop, grow, and succeed.
The 2025 UCLA Staff Scholarship Campaign has begun! Please consider visiting our Staff Scholarship campaign page to make a gift today and help spread the word amongst your colleagues, family, and friends.

Learn@Lunch: Geffen Academy at UCLA
2025-11-06 08:00 - 17:00
Learn@Lunch: Geffen Academy at UCLA
Geffen Academy at UCLA is a university-affiliated school for students in grades 6-12 that values academic depth and inspiration within a humane educational environment. Guided by principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, Geffen Academy students are encouraged to be questioners, analysts, and presenters, who are creative, collaborative, and active young adults.
Interested in learning more about Geffen Academy at UCLA, the admissions process, and more? Join our L@L Webinar session and hear directly from the Admissions Team!
Date: November 12, 2025
Time: 12:00 – 1:00PM
Location: Zoom

Staff Assembly Wellness Works Program: Birdwatching with Bruin Birding Club
2025-11-12 11:00 - 12:00 | UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden, 707 Tiverton Drive, Los Angeles, 90095
Join us for an hour of birdwatching with the Bruin Birding Club – relax, enjoy nature, and discover new feathered friends!
Welcome to the Staff Assembly Wellness Works Program! Join us for a relaxing hour of birdwatching with the Bruin Birding Club at the UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden. Let’s explore the beauty of nature together on November 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM (Pacific Time). Grab your binoculars and get ready to spot some feathered friends! This event is the perfect opportunity to unwind and connect with fellow nature enthusiasts and learn about the birds on our campus from our Bruin Birders. Don’t miss out on this chance to enjoy the outdoors and de-stress. See you there!
The Bruin Birding Club is the official Audubon student chapter at UCLA. We host weekly campus bird walks, off-campus field trips, and educational events and workshops for the UCLA community. We develop and implement conservation projects that restore habitat for birds on campus, and work to make the birding community more inclusive and accessible.
Membership is free to all members of the UCLA community, including students, postdocs, staff, and faculty. We encourage people of all birding experience levels to join.

Staff Assembly Wellness Works Program: Docent-Led Botanical Garden Tours!
2025-12-10 12:00 - 13:00 | UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden, 707 Tiverton Drive, Los Angeles, 90095
Experience the beauty of UCLA’s Mathias Botanical Garden with a docent-led tour — an opportunity to explore, learn, and connect with nature!
Welcome to the Staff Assembly Wellness Works Program! Join us for a relaxing afternoon at the UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden on December 10, 2025 at 12:00 PM (Pacific Time). Take a break from your busy day and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature with Docent-Led Botanical Garden Tours. Let our knowledgeable guides lead you through the diverse plant collections while sharing interesting insights. Don’t miss this opportunity to unwind and connect with nature!

Meet the Leaders: Breakfast with Chancellor Julio Frenk
2026-02-12 08:30 - 09:30
Meet the Leaders: Breakfast with Chancellor Julio Frenk
We invite you to join Staff Assembly on Thursday, February 12, 2026 from 8:30 -9:30 am, for our in-person event, Meet the Leaders Series, an informal discussion with Chancellor Julio Frenk and 10 randomly selected staff members.
Please complete this online application by 11:59 pm on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. If you are selected, you will be notified by Friday, January 30, 2026.
Eligibility:

All staff members who have at least one year of service and currently hold career or contract appointments may apply to attend the event.
Staff classified as Senior Management Group are not eligible.
Staff who have not attended this event in the past will be prioritized for consideration in the random selection process.
To ensure new staff members have the opportunity to participate, we ask that you not apply if you have attended this event before, in person or virtually. However, if you are not selected for this particular event, you may reapply in the future.

Supervisors are encouraged to grant invited employees sufficient release time to attend the event, provided that the absence would not infringe upon the performance of required job duties.
We would like to thank Chancellor Frenk for his support of Meet the Leaders which brings together employees from across campus to enjoy this special event.

Wellness Works L@L: Harm Reduction with UCLA HEART Naloxone Distribution Project
2026-03-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center Large Conference Room (4th Floor)
Wednesday, March 4 from 12-1pm | Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center Large Conference Room (4th Floor)
Join Staff Assembly for a Wellness Works Learn at Lunch session in partnership with the UCLA Health Education and Resource Team (HEART) Naloxone Distribution team.
This informative session will highlight the impactful work happening across campus to advance health, safety, and equity through overdose prevention and harm reduction. Participants will learn about the research and evidence guiding the program, how naloxone distribution operates at UCLA, and the broader outcomes the team is seeing across the campus community. The conversation will also create space for questions and practical understanding of how staff can support a culture of care and community well-being. Come take a break in your day to learn from colleagues, deepen awareness, and explore how accessible safety tools can help protect and support our campus community.
RSVP Here

Wellness Works L@L: Birdwatching with Bruin Birding Club
2026-03-09 12:00 - 13:00 | UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden, 707 Tiverton Drive, Los Angeles, 90095
Monday, March 9 from 12-1pm | Mildred Mathias Botanical Garden
Join us for an hour of birdwatching with the Bruin Birding Club – relax, enjoy nature, and discover new feathered friends!
Welcome to the Staff Assembly Wellness Works Program! Join us for a relaxing hour of birdwatching with the Bruin Birding Club at the UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden. Let’s explore the beauty of nature together on March 9, 2026 at noon. Grab your binoculars and get ready to spot some feathered friends! This event is the perfect opportunity to unwind and connect with fellow nature enthusiasts and learn about the birds on our campus from our Bruin Birders. Don’t miss out on this chance to enjoy the outdoors and de-stress. See you there!
The Bruin Birding Club is the official Audubon student chapter at UCLA. We host weekly campus bird walks, off-campus field trips, and educational events and workshops for the UCLA community. We develop and implement conservation projects that restore habitat for birds on campus, and work to make the birding community more inclusive and accessible. Membership is free to all members of the UCLA community, including students, postdocs, staff, and faculty. We encourage people of all birding experience levels to join.
RSVP Here

Wellness Works: Honing Your Personal Story with Semel HCI
2026-03-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Young Research Library Main Conference Room, 280 Charles E Young Dr N, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
Join UCLA Staff Assembly in collaboration with the Semel Healthy Campus Initiatives Center for an engaging two-part workshop exploring how faculty and staff can craft stories that resonate. Led by UCLA storytelling professionals, playful prompts and exercises will guide participants in clarifying their narrative voice and identifying defining moments for presentations, leadership, teaching, or personal growth. The following week, you’ll have the optional opportunity to share your draft, celebrate your progress.

Day One: March 25, 12-1pm (In-person at Young Research Library Main Conference Room)
Day Two Story Hour: April 1, 12-1 pm (Zoom), and be inspired by others’ stories.

Enjoy a boxed lunch, share your ideas, and leave with the beginnings of a story that’s uniquely yours. RSVP here!

Save the Date! Staff Appreciation Week is June 22-26, 2026
2026-06-22 - 2026-06-26
Please join us for the UCLA Staff Assembly’s Staff Appreciation Week! We truly appreciate each and every staff member at UCLA and want to celebrate your hard work, dedication, and the unique contributions you bring to our campus community.
This is a fantastic opportunity for all UCLA staff to connect with colleagues, engage with leadership, and participate in an array of activities. Staff working on hybrid or flexible schedules are warmly welcomed to attend. Additionally, every event will feature a raffle with exciting prizes donated by our incredible campus partners.
A Note to Supervisors
Supervisors are encouraged to grant employees sufficient release time to attend these events, provided that the absence does not infringe upon the performance of required job duties.
Thank You to Our Partners
UCLA Staff Assembly extends our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible partners for their generous donations and continued support. Your contributions help us celebrate, recognize, and uplift UCLA staff through these meaningful initiatives.
Our 2026 Staff Appreciation Week Partners:

UCLA Health
Mathias Botanical Garden
UCLA Campus Human Resources
Hammer Museum
ASUCLA
University Credit Union
UCLA Learning and Organizational Development

Please visit our website for a complete list of activities and stay tuned for upcoming reminders. We hope to see you there!
