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New Beginnings


 
Overview

New Beginnings offers staff an opportunity to engage with campus colleagues through community connections, fostering a culture of campus pride and sharing of traditions, and exploring the ample resources and opportunities available to personnel at UC Merced.

The goal of the New Beginnings Program is to:

  • Build belonging, community and connection within our UC Merced personnel,
  • Share the history and campus traditions with personnel to foster a culture of pride.
  • Provide personnel with resources and avenues for mentorship and collaboration.

Participants will leave New Beginnings with:

  • A better understanding of the campus’ rich history, mission, and impact.
  • A list of resources, programs, and opportunities for staff to stay engaged and grow, professionally.
  • New connections with peers, colleagues, and campus leaders.

About the Program

This quarterly program is the result of collaboration and co-sponsorship with Dining Services and other campus units purposely designed to provide greater awareness of our campus through tours, reflections of campus history and traditions, experiential and networking activities, a campus resource fair, and specially curated lunch program generously developed by our UC Merced Dining Services team. Staff will interact with colleagues, enjoy a delicious meal, and enrich their experience as impactful members of the UC Merced community.

2024-2025 Program Dates (times are subject to change, refer to the UCLC for timely information):

  • Monday, October 21, 2024
  • Monday, January 27, 2025
  • Monday April 28, 2025

For more information:

If you have questions, need more information, or would like to participate in the resource fair or provide a tour, please contact Human Resources, Talent Development – hrtraining@ucmerced.edu.