Recognitions

UCSF Recognize


Recognize.ucsf.edu is a wonderful platform to send virtual cards to anyone with a UCSF email. Their supervisor will be notified as well.

Handwritten notes


Take time to write a simple handwritten note or card. Be specific, timely, and unexpected in order to make the greatest impact on the recipient. 

handwritten card saying Thank You.

STAR Awards


The Staff Appreciation and Recognition Program (“STAR Program”) is a cash recognition program to recognize and reward excellence in university service, significant achievements and contributions, and/or outstanding individual and team performance.

You can nominate someone for either a SPOT award or an achievement award.

Learn more

Trainings and learning opportunities


Training and learning opportunities build new soft and hard skills, therefore allowing for professional growth. 

  • UC Learning Center: this is where you already take the mandatory training such as cyber security and foundations of DEI. Additional optional courses include Toolkit for Best Practices in Diversity Recruitment and Become a Great Listener. Check out all the courses (MyAccess is required). 
  • LinkedIn Learning: courses and certifications on business, technology, and creativity. Find your next lesson.
woman on a laptop.