The DOM Insider

A newsletter for staff members of the Department of Medicine

February 2024

AI@DOM: Applications & Solutions for Staff

Wondering how to use AI tools like ChatGPT on the job? Five DOM staff members will share use case examples and “how-tos” for working faster, better, and easier by innovating with AI.

Live on Zoom with Aaron Tabacco, DOM Director of Staff Experience

Tuesday, March 12, 12:00-1:00 pm

Practices for Happiness & Accomplishment at Work

In this half-day workshop, learn skills to create breakthrough results at work while at the same time paying attention to self-care, stress reduction, enjoyment, and self-fulfillment.

Live on Zoom with UCSF Learning & Organization Development

Thursday, March 13, 9:00am-12:00 pm

Learn More and Register

Curiosity Lab: Asking Better Questions

Asking “good” questions can help you better understand the work and the people around you. But what makes for really great questions? Take a deep dive into strategies to improve this skill.

Live on Zoom with Aaron Tabacco, DOM Director of Staff Experience

Wednesday, March 20, 12:10-1:00 pm

STAR Achievement Award Nominations

Recognize the exceptional performance and significant contributions of your colleagues through the Staff Appreciation and Recognition Program (STAR).

Nominations deadline: Monday, April 1

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Learn More and Nominate

International Women’s Day Events

The Women of UCSF Health and the Committee on the Status of Women cordially invite the entire UCSF community to a week-long celebration of International Women’s Day, with virtual and in-person events, from March 4-8. Please visit the website to explore the lineup of speakers, browse the event schedule, and download Zoom backgrounds.

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New! More Learning Resources

Striving for Your Best Series

Thursday, March 7, 1:10 pm-4:00 pm (instructor-led, virtual)

This five-session series for non-supervisory staff provides professional development aligned with the UC Core Competencies. The series includes the CliftonStrengths Insight Guide Report as well as an introductory coaching session.

Microsoft Excel – Beginner Workshop

Thursday, April 18, 1:00 pm-4:30 pm (instructor-led, virtual)

A half-day workshop for anyone new to Microsoft Excel or anyone who would like to get a thorough understanding of Excel’s capabilities to help them leverage it more effectively in their work.

Microsoft Excel – Intermediate Workshop

Thursday, April 18, 8:30 am-12:00 pm (instructor-led, virtual)

A half-day workshop for anyone familiar with Microsoft Excel and ready to take their skills to the next level. Learn powerful techniques that can save time, analyze data and extract important business insights, present information in a compelling way, and collaborate with others more effectively.

Upcoming Events

Virtual Events:

Thursday, Mar 7, 12:00 pm-1:00 pm, 3D Printing Part 1: Introduction. Host: Makers Lab
Thursday, Mar 7 & Tuesday, Mar 12, 3:00 pm-4:00 pm, AMP Mentorship Program Informational Brownbag. Host: UCSF Administrative Management Professionals Mentorship Program
Friday, Mar 8, 12:00 pm-1:00 pm, Makers Lab Needlecraft Monthly Meet-Up (recurring). Host: Makers Lab
Wednesday, Mar 20, 12:00 pm-1:00 pm, Staff Assembly General Meeting. Host: Staff Assembly.

In-Person Events:

Monday, Mar 4, 12:00 pm-1:00 pm, Chancellor’s Concert Series: San Francisco Symphony. Cole Hall, Parnassus. Host: Chancellor’s Office
Wednesday, Mar 6, 4:00 pm-8:00 pm, “Below the Belt” film screening focusing on women’s healthcare. Byers Auditorium, Mission Bay, Host: Campus Life Services
Wednesday, Mar 6, 4:00 pm-6:00 pm, Paint Nite @ Mission Bay Pub Lounge. Host: Campus Life Services
Wednesday, Mar 13, 4:00 pm-6:00 pm, Paint and Plant Activity @Mission Bay Pub Lounge. Host: Campus Life Services
Thursday, Mar 14, 11:00 am-1:00 pm, Staff Registered Campus Organizations Showcase @ Rutter Center. Host: Campus Life Services
Wednesday, Mar 20 & 27, 11:00 am-1:00 pm, Candlestick Painting Activity @Parnassus. Host: Campus Life Services
Thursday, Mar 28, 12:00 pm-1:00 pm, State of the DOM UCSF Health Highlights. Host: Department of Medicine Chair's Office
Dates and times vary, DOMINOs Department of Medicine Community Events. Host: DOM. Visit the website for current offerings (VPN required)