Essential news for the UCSF community
Headshots of UCSF people fighting for abortion rights

UCSF experts are on the frontlines gearing up to fight for reproductive justice in a post-Roe America. Learn how this isn’t the same fight as before and join the discussion at this Friday’s town hall.
A woman holding a pregnancy test

A groundbreaking UCSF study followed 1000 people seeking abortions to find out what happened if they were able to receive one versus when they were turned away.
Erin Hickey portrait

UCSF has named Erin Hickey, a successful fundraiser with a passion for health care, to lead University Development and Alumni Relations.
A mother holds her baby as she receives her first COVID vaccine

COVID-19 is still a threat for children, regardless of their general health. Our expert talks through the risks of remaining unvaccinated, side effects, and more. 
Pritzker building entrance

UCSF is welcoming its first patients to a one-of-a-kind treatment center that aims to redefine mental health services while making a bold statement against stigma.
Announcements
Future of Abortion Access Town Hall: Join UCSF Chancellor Sam Hawgood and experts for a special town hall discussion on the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which overturned Roe v. Wade, and how we are responding at UCSF. Attend the event » 

Personalize Your Zoom Background: Raise your online meeting game! 
Add on-brand photography and design work from the Studio to your conferencing. See the designs »

Financial Management Dashboard Update: Later this month, Audit & Advisory Services will add six new metrics to the Financial Management Dashboard. The dashboard is a component of UCSF’s Continuous Monitoring Program – a partnership between Audit & Advisory Services and University departments. Learn more » 

Diabetes Prevention Program: Did you know 88 million American adults more than 1 out of 3 — have prediabetes? Say “not me” to type 2 diabetes by joining our next CDC-recognized Diabetes Prevention Program cohort starting in September 2022. Grab your spot today »
Lotus flower
Wellness Corner: Talk to yourself as a friend. Our own negative self-talk can be phrases we would never say to others. This week, notice your self-talk and practice kindness and compassion to yourself. Visit MyWellness.ucsf.edu for more wellbeing related resources »
Events
AIDS Walk group photo
Join UCSF at AIDS Walk

Help us meet our goal to raise $50,000 for programs and services that benefit people of the Bay Area.