February is Black History Month.
Last month, the nation celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Dr. King would have been 94 years old on Jan. 15, 2023. While we celebrate his fight, his views, his moral stances and his wins for the community, we cannot forget that he should still be alive today. We must also not forget that although Martin Luther King Jr. is currently celebrated for his emphasis of love and nonviolence, at the time of his prominence he was widely feared and hated, believed to be radical and dangerous, and monitored as a threat by the FBI until the time of his assassination. This brings both great sadness and great hope.
As we collectively remember and share in Dr. King's vision for this nation, let us also remember to work toward that vision beyond this month.
We encourage you to take the time to learn more about Dr. King, his life, and his lesser known stances on different issues. For now, we would like to share this short video with you in which he speaks on the progress that has been made for racial justice and how much work there is left to do. His teachings continue to be relevant to this day.
Thank you for remembering Dr. King and carrying forward his legacy with us.
Sincerely,
Black and Allied Employees of ANR
(For any questions about this communication, contact Stephanie Parreira-Zweier at sparreira@ucanr.edu.)
- Author: Jodi Azulai
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Food Systems and the Climate Crisis Webinar Series
Every Tuesday, Feb. 2 through March 9
12-1 p.m. PST
Details & registration.
Feb. 2- What is Food Doing to the Climate? What is the Climate Doing to Food? – Michael Hoffmann, Professor Emeritus, Cornell Department of Entomology and author, Our Changing Menu.
Recent Trends in Food Consumption
Feb. 3
7-9 a.m. PST
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Presenters: Shauna Henley, University of Maryland Extension, and Nicole Arnold, The Ohio State University Extension Food Trends: Finding Credible Food and Food Safety Information on the Web.
Podcasting for Beginners (part 2 from Basics in 2022)
Feb. 9
11 a.m.-Noon PST
Details & registration.
In part one of Podcasting for Beginners, Aaron Weibe provided an overview of the basics of starting a podcast for your Extension program. He reviewed the basic equipment and software needed, audio editing and publishing your episodes to podcast platforms! In part two, he will go over how to distribute the podcast to the various podcasting streams for the public to access.
So, you'd like to work with a specialist? Tips and tricks for successful collaboration with campus colleagues (ANR, Virtual)
Feb. 16, 2023
Noon-12:30 PM
UC ANR colleagues benefit from working across the network, but how do you start a collaboration with campus-based professionals? UC Berkeley Specialist Van Butsic and ANR advisors Stephanie Larson and Yana Valachovic will share tips and tricks on successful collaboration between campus and county-based academics. This panel discussion will share perspectives on how to find the right networks to work with, how to make sure collaborations benefit all parties, and how to grow collaborations over time.
Zoom Meeting: https://ucanr.zoom.us/j/5307501239?pwd=WDI3U2g5cXRvWUhVUlY3MitJWkVVUT09
Meeting ID: 530 750 1239 Phone +1 669 900 6833 US | Password: 4Collab
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Proposal Development and Proposal Process (UC ANR OCG Virtual)
Feb. 22
12:30 -1 p.m.
Learn about the steps involved in the proposal submissions process from developing your idea to submission. We'll go over identifying funding opportunities, developing the project concept, building collaborative teams, drafting the proposal, submitting to OCG for review and submission to the sponsor. Presented by Vanity Campbell and Kendra Rose
Zoom Webinar: Https://ucanr.zoom.us/j/751701428?pwd=Q1ZrbUtoQVJwMXJVRkQydUlwNytJQT09
Password: 4Learning | +1 669 900 6833 | Webinar ID: 751 701 428
Budget Basics and Calculator (UC ANR OCG, Virtual)
March 22
12:30-1 p.m.
Learn how to develop a proposal budget. Topics covered include: cost components that make up a budget, applicable cost principles, budgeting techniques and practices, calculating F&A costs, and budgeting tools and resources. Presented by Kendra Rose.
Zoom Webinar: Https://ucanr.zoom.us/j/751701428?pwd=Q1ZrbUtoQVJwMXJVRkQydUlwNytJQT09
Password: 4Learning | +1 669 900 6833 | Webinar ID: 751 701 428
More Office of Contract & Grant Trainings.
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Feb. 9
8:30 a.m.–noon
Details & registration. This course will give trainers the skills to conduct training courses that address the diverse needs of trainees, and ensure that the training content is accessible for all participants. The instructors will model culturally respectful training and provide valuable tools that novice and expert trainers alike can use.
From Bystander to Upstander (UC Davis Ombuds, Virtual)
Feb. 28
9-11 a.m.
Details & registration.
What do you do when you see incivility, but it's not directed at you? What is your role if you witness micro or macro aggressions in the workplace? How do you support your colleagues and address problematic behavior? These are not simple questions and there is not just one single correct answer. Through this discussion-driven, scenario-based workshop, you will explore your own barriers to taking action and identify five strategies you could use when moving from being a bystander to being an upstander.
Microaggressions: Toward a Greater Understanding and Awareness (UC Learning Center, Virtual)
Feb. 16
8:30 a.m.-noon
Details & registration. Using the work of Derald Wing Sue, this session explores the phenomenon of microaggressions in everyday life by increasing awareness of common occurrences; understanding its impact on those who experience them; and exploring strategies on how to mitigate and respond to them. This session includes an exploration of how the pandemic has impacted this area of diversity, equity and inclusion.
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Personal Leadership Bootcamp (Extension Foundation, Virtual)
Feb. 8, 15 & 20
Details & registration. This three-part series invites individuals to really get to know yourself, choose a path and take action with the power of your personal leadership philosophy!
Creative Problem Solving in the Workplace (UC Davis, Virtual)
Feb. 16
Noon-1 p.m.
Details & registration. Drawing from negotiation and conflict management best practices, this engaging webinar will provide a road map designed to help you discover solutions that meet your needs in complex and challenging situations.
8 Dimensions of Wellness: Fostering Social Wellness
Feb. 22
9:30-10:30 a.m. PST
Details & registration. Join Jennifer Shukaitis, MPH, as she discusses 8 Dimensions of Wellness: Fostering Social Wellness. Well-being is an important part of living a healthy and fulfilled life. There are 8 dimensions of Wellness defined by SAMSHA and this presentation will discuss the social dimension of wellness while suggesting ways to achieve better social wellness.
Writing for and Presenting to Executives (UC Davis, Virtual)
Feb. 27 & 28
8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Details & registration.
During the course, we'll review business writing basics, like plain language and active/passive voice, and you will learn a process to give you consistent results every time. We'll explore how to transform your writing into a concise, coherent, and clear presentation. We'll also discuss best practices for presenting to executives, including knowing your audience, having a clear call to action, and avoiding annoying habits. Everyone will draft an executive-ready document (Day 1) and present it to the class, receiving feedback (Day 2).
Conflict Competence for Staff (UC Davis Ombuds, Virtual)
March 16
9 a.m.-noon
Details & registration.
This course provides tools to help you effectively prevent and resolve conflicts at work with colleagues and supervisors. You will learn strategies to successfully communicate your needs, lower others' defenses, and navigate emotionally charged situations.
Getting to the Root of Group Conflict (UC Davis Ombuds, Virtual)
June 6
10 a.m.–noon
Details & registration.
In this course for leaders of groups or teams, you'll learn a structured approach to identify and address root causes of group conflict. Discover how to apply the Goals, Roles, Processes, and Interpersonal Relationships (GRPI) team development model to reveal both hidden sources of conflict and valuable opportunities to effectively prevent and manage conflict.
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- Author: Christina Becker
UC Delivers stories show how UC ANR is helping Californians improve their health, wealth and the world around them. When we explain UC ANR contributions with examples such as improving food safety, enhancing community development, preparing for wildfires or adapting to climate change, it's easier to understand the value of investing in research and extension.
UC Delivers can help you…
- …get recognized!
UC Delivers shares the impact of your extension work, positioning you as a leader. UC Delivers posts are shared with UC ANR senior leaders, county directors and Strategic Communications, who share them with funders/donors, legislators and other key stakeholders. UC Delivers are often featured during ANR Town Hall's “Stories from the Field,” and can be found on UC ANR's About webpage. Stories are also posted in the national Land Grant Impacts database, and shared with members of Congress.
“These stories are critical resources for me when meeting with legislators. Many still don't understand who we are, but with a good story in my pocket, I make our work very real and relatable. Data and facts don't win hearts and minds – good stories do!”
~ Anne Megaro, UC ANR's Government and Community Relations Director
- …strengthen your merit/promotion!
UC Delivers are recognized as popular articles in the UC ANR merit and promotion process.
- …extend your virtual reach!
UC ANR's Social Media Strategist will share your blog post on social media channels. You can also easily share your UC Delivers on your social media platforms by clicking “Share” on the upper right side of the blog, and use the social media summary from your blog post.
- …grow your network!
Follow the UC Delivers blog to see your colleagues' outcomes, connect with them and discover new partnerships within and beyond UCANR.
We need your stories!
Share your project's measured outcomes and how they contribute to broader UC ANR condition changes and public value. Find UC Delivers in your UC ANR portal under Blogs. Click on it to get started and follow this template to structure your blog post. When you are satisfied with your post, click "make this post live." Since this is a moderated blog, it will be reviewed by blog manager Christina Becker (christina.becker@ucop.edu) for content and formatting before it goes live.
- Author: Pamela Kan-Rice
The Intermountain Research and Extension Center is soliciting proposals from researchers for new and continuing research projects in 2023-24.
IREC is a 140-acre research facility located at 4,000 feet elevation near the Oregon border. The center specializes in crops grown in Northeast California including potato, small grain, onion, peppermint, forage grasses and alfalfa; however, most cool season field and vegetable crops can be accommodated and grown at the center.
Research topics of interest include variety development, integrated pest management, irrigation management, plant nutrition and agriculture-wildlife interactions.
Available facilities and equipment at the center include a greenhouse, controlled postharvest facility, drying ovens, an automated potato grading line, a mini-still for essential oil extraction, clean and dirty laboratory space, specialized small-plot pressurized irrigation equipment, research-adapted small plot planters and harvesters, and a full line of commercial farm equipment for field and vegetable crop production. IREC also has a multipurpose conference and laboratory building for extension events with high-speed internet connection, Wi-Fi and audio-visual equipment for video conferencing.
Technical assistance is available for all farming practices, field instrumentation and equipment operation, data collection and data entry and analysis.
The center's Research Advisory Committee will evaluate proposed research for scientific merit and regional need. Approved projects will be eligible for center-provided support, which includes land, labor, technical assistance, equipment and facilities.
Questions about the research proposal process or about research opportunities here at IREC should be directed to Rob Wilson, center director, or Darrin Culp, center superintendent, at (530) 667-5117.
Proposal forms can be found via the IREC website at IREC Proposal Submission. For new proposals please fill out the REC New Project Proposal form and submit via email to Rob Wilson at rgwilson@ucanr.edu or Darrin Culp at daculp@ucanr.edu.
The closing date for the 2023-24 call for proposals is March 24, 2023. Off-cycle proposals can also be submitted any time of year; off-cycle proposal acceptance is based on labor and land availability.
- Author: Pamela Kan-Rice
The California Institute for Water Resources is pleased to announce its 2023-25 Request for Proposals for junior investigators.
Funded projects are slated to begin Sept. 1. Please note that the funding period may fluctuate and is based on budget appropriations.
The deadline for submission is Feb. 28 at 5 p.m.
Visit the CIWR website to download the RFP (ciwr.ucanr.edu/Request_for_Proposals/), including budget request and justification forms.
