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News and Announcements from UCSF Office of Opportunity & Outreach

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February 1975 front page of Black Bulletin, published by Black Caucus at UCSF. Original image courtesy of Calisphere.

Black History Month at UCSF



UCSF celebrates the foundational and ongoing achievements and experience of Black people during Black History Month and throughout the year with learning opportunities, events, and community gatherings. All are welcome.

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Fostering Awareness Speaker Series: Antisemitism and Its Intersections

February 12 I 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Zoom


The Office of Opportunity and Outreach launches the new Fostering Awareness speaker series with Antisemitism and Its Intersections, featuring UC Berkeley lecturer Greg Drinkwater, PhD. All are welcome.


Register for the Event

Celebrate Community at The People's Gala 2026

February 21 | 6:00 pm

Hilton Union Square


The Black Caucus at UCSF hosts The People's Gala benefitting the Dr. Vivien T. Thomas Scholarship. This department-sponsored event brings colleagues together in the spirit of connection and recognition. All are welcome!


Learn about the Gala

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CARE Hosts Vital Signs: Enhancing the Healthcare Response to Stalking

February 25 I 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Zoom


Join UCSF Campus Advocacy, Resources, and Education (CARE) for a session with Kendra Eggleston, MA, from the National Stalking Prevention, Awareness, and Resource Center (SPARC).


Register for the Session

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Happy Lunar New Year!



Welcome the Year of the Fire Horse with Lunar New Year on February 17, 2026, and join in celebratory events throughout San Francisco. All are welcome!


Learn about Lunar New Year in San Francisco


Opportunity Spotlight


Check out programs, grants, awards, and opportunities for professional and personal growth!


UCSF Career Wellness and Career Mobility Grants

Applications due February 23, 2026


UCSF Research Resiliency Initiative Mini-Grants Cycle 3

Applications open through February 2026


UCSF Teaching Scholars Program

Applications due March 2, 2026


PUMAS: Gladstone Institutes Summer Internship Program

Submissions due March 9, 2026


UCSF Learning Health System (LHS) Embedded Scientist Training and Research (E-STAR) Center Scholars Program 

Applications due March 16, 2026


UCSF Library Artist in Residence Program

Proposals due March 25, 2026


Upcoming Events

UCSF endeavors to create greater understanding and supports the exchange of diverse ideas on campus.

Views and opinions shared at events may not reflect the perspective of the University.

February is Black History Month


Thursdays

Digital Accessibility Office Hours Virtual


Feb. 12

Fostering Awareness Speaker Series: Antisemitism and Its Intersections Virtual


Feb. 18

True Selves Support Group: Ourselves Reflected in Queer Media In-person


Feb. 21

The People's Gala 2026 In-person


Feb. 25

Vital Signs: Enhancing the Healthcare Response to Stalking Virtual


March 5

Academy of Medical Educators (AME) Membership Informational Workshop Virtual


Save the Date: March 10 - 12

UCSF Wellbeing Summit 2026 Virtual and In-Person


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Don't want to miss any events? Always stay up to date with our events list.

Visit the O&O Events page.

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