The UCSF Community Newsletter



Too Busy to Focus on Your Happiness? Try Daily Micro-Acts of Joy


Participants in a seven-day UCSF study reported higher levels of well-being and positive emotions, and a stronger belief that one’s own behavior can promote happiness, along with decreased stress, and improved health, and sleep quality.


Learn about it »

I’m a Spine Doctor. Here’s How I Take Care of My Back


Hitting the gym, passing on dessert, and doing squats are tactics some people employ to keep pain-free and nimble. Thankfully, Patricia Zheng, MD, advocates an easier approach.


See what Patricia says »

UCSF Bioinformatics Pioneer Atul Butte Dies at 55


Atul Butte, who championed the use of big data in science and health care and inspired a 

generation of trainees at UCSF to go into the fields he pioneered – translational 

and clinical bioinformatics – has passed away.


Celebrate Atul’s life and work » 

How the Funds Raised at AIDS Walk Help UCSF's HIV Research and Programming


The funds raised at each AIDS Walk San Francisco, including this year’s event, will advance critical HIV research, care, and programming at UCSF for decades more.


Find out how UCSF is impacted »

Whats New

University of California

Next Up for UC’s Class of 2025? Building California’s Brilliant Future 


School of Pharmacy

Alum Drives Drug Development at Eli Lilly


Office of Sustainability

Images: Meet the 2025 Waste to Art Winners

Social Spotlight

For 50 years, UCSF Fresno has trained physicians who stay and serve in California’s Central Valley, improving health where it's needed most. From farmworker families to refugee communities, this work is personal. It’s local. And it’s just getting started.


See the moving video on LinkedIn »

Experts in the News

NPR 

Here's the Science Behind the COVID Vaccine in Pregnancy 

 

San Francisco Examiner 

$1.6 Billion Refresh of Massive UCSF Children's Hospital Advances 

 

San Francisco Chronicle 

New COVID Variant Linked to Painful ‘Razor Blade Throat’ Symptom 

 

ProPublica 

The Scientific Research Lost Amid NIH Cuts 

 

KCBS 

Need Access to Pediatric Care? UCSF Hospitals Introduce Mobile Care Vans 

Announcements

Prepare for the First Monthly Pay Period Close in MyTime: Employees paid monthly must review and approve their timesheet in MyTime no later than Tuesday, July 8. Timecards must be completed and submitted for each pay period whether leave was taken or not. Review how to get started »

 

Updated Return-to-Work Guidance for Respiratory Illnesses: The guidance for UCSF employees recovering from respiratory illness comes in alignment with the California Department of Public Health, focusing on symptom improvement, being fever-free, and wearing a mask. See the note from UCSF Health Chief Clinical Officer Josh Adler »


Last Chance to Join UCSF at the Pride Parade: Free t-shirts will be available while supplies last for those in the UCSF contingent at the 2025 San Francisco Pride Parade on Sunday, June 29. Be there with the UCSF community, friends, and family »


Become a Wellness Champion: To create a culture of wellness at UCSF, each department is encouraged to have at least one wellness champion to amplify the well-being efforts of the UCSF HR Wellness team and serve as departmental leaders in championing wellness within their units. Explore the active roster and sign up »


UC Travel Guidance for Middle East and North Africa: Due to escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, all those considering travel for UC-related business or learning are asked to defer trips to Israel, Iran, Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, parts of Saudi Arabia, and Yemen. Evaluate your travel and seek additional guidance »


California Whistleblower Documents Posted: UCSF has posted information from the University of California and the California State Auditor about the California Whistleblower Protection Act, updated for 2025-2026 »


Changes to Rehired Retiree Benefits: Starting Tuesday, July 1, benefits eligibility rules for rehired retirees are changing to align with federal regulations. Get the details »

Upcoming Events

JUNE

25


5th International Pediatric Liver Tumor Research Meeting 

 

Implementing Dyadic Care in Pediatrics 

 

AI Tool Based on One Herpes Virus Predicts Viral and Host Enhancers

JUNE

26


Day of Joy: Bouquet Making 

 

Clinical Ethics Journal Club 

 

Fossil Fuels: How Humans Commodified a Natural Resource Opening Reception

JUNE

27


Drag Bingo Brunch 

JUNE

29


Yoga Day on the Roof

JUNE

30


Film Screening and Discussion: The Rest I Make Up

JULY

7


LGBTQ+ Faculty Social

JULY

8


Paint Nite: Mission Bay

Visit the UCSF Events Calendar to submit events and see what’s happening.

Deals and Discounts

2-For-1 NBA Summer League Tickets: See the next wave of NBA talent as new draft picks and younger players take the court at the California Classic at Chase Center in early July! Tickets get you access to two games in one day featuring the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat, and San Antonio Spurs. Browse available seats »

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