Essential news for the UCSF community

Campus and UCSF Health staff members have a chance to share candid feedback about their work.


Stephen Hauser was honored by the American Brain Foundation with a Scientific Breakthrough Award.


The discovery points toward a general mechanism of how psychedelics may be acting therapeutically on the brain.


It is the 15th consecutive year that the Human Rights Campaign Foundation has bestowed the recognition on our institution.


Study contradicts the common notion that napping is just to make up for a bad night of sleep.

Announcements
Chancellor Awards for Diversity: Nominations are being accepted for the 2022 Chancellor Awards for Diversity. Chancellor Awards for Diversity recognize the outstanding efforts of individuals who demonstrate a strong dedication to diversity. Nominate your colleagues by April 14 » 

Bay Area Science Festival: UCSF is proud to organize the Bay Area Science Festival, which this year includes 10 days of events, including the Discovery Days at Oracle Park on April 24. See all of the events » 

Register to Vote: Ready to shape the future? The California primary is June 7 – be ready to have a say. Start here to become a voter » 
Wellness Corner
April is Earth Month and the perfect time to prioritize environmental wellness. Take part in the UC-wide Cool Campus Challenge to help you focus on energy-saving, waste-reducing, and sustainability-focused actions. See more resources to help you observe Earth month »
Lotus flower illustration
Events
Apr. 28, Noon - 1:15pm

This year’s forum will feature 2021 UCSF Climate Survey results, the Chancellor’s True North and its intersection with DEI efforts, remarks from new UCSF leaders, and observations from UCSF Presidential Chair Camara Jones, MD, MPH, PhD. Register today »
Share a Ride to Win Up to $75!

Visit MyCommute to find a carpool and share a ride. After your ride, record the trip on your MyCommute account to enter to win. 

Every carpool trip is entered to win a $25 gift card. Twenty winners are selected weekly, April 18 – May 31, 2022. The more you carpool, the more chances you have to win! Up to $75 max (limit of 3 wins per participant).