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This blog shares news, information and resources relevant to UC ANR academics and staff across the state.

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Join ANR Pride Month activities in June

May 26, 2021

By Pamela S Kan-Rice

ANR's LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group has lots of activities planned for celebrating Pride Month in June: interactive Zoom sessions and weekly emails on the history of Pride, LGBTQ+ basics, and more.

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Photo of book cover and the following quotes. "Dr. Kearns has given us much-needed tools for sharing science with empathy, engagement, and the full humanity that our audiences deserve. A brave and brilliant guide to the shifting terrain of science communication."
Cynthia Barnett, University of Florida Environmental Journalist in Residence and author of the water books Mirage, Blue Revolution, and Rain.
“Getting to the Heart of Science Communication is a must-read for amateurs and professionals alike. Th

Get to heart of science communication with virtual book club June 17

May 26, 2021

By Pamela S Kan-Rice

Getting to the Heart of Science Communication: A Guide to Effective Engagement will be discussed at the eXtension Virtual Chat Book Club June 17. The newly released book authored by Faith Kearns is garnering rave reviews.

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Learning & Development - Emergency Preparedness, Intro to ArcGIS, Allyship and more

May 25, 2021

By Jodi L Azulai

Inaugural Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Recovery Conference June 1-3, 2021 8 to 11 a.m. PDT Register here. Click for more information.

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Update on Accellion data breach

May 25, 2021

By Pamela S Kan-Rice

UC was one of more than 100 institutions targeted by a nationwide cyber-attack. As a result, certain university data was accessed without authorization. Protecting the UC community remains the university's top priority.

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Urban Agriculture Workgroup invites new members

May 25, 2021

By Pamela S Kan-Rice

The UC ANR Urban Agriculture Workgroup recently became official after years of meeting informally and is welcoming new members. The workgroup develops resources, training, and materials for the specific needs of California's urban farmers, and conducts applied research to address their needs.

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