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LANA Hangs Banner in Honor of Latin American Heritage Month

The Latin American and Native American (LANA) Employee Resource Group unveiled a new banner this week in honor of Latin American Heritage Month.  Designed by LANA member and Creative Services Graphic Designer Eduardo de Ugarte, the banner features the new LANA logo which represents the sun sign common across North, Central and South America with […]

Visible Spectrum: Diana Swantek, Technical Illustrator

Visible Spectrum is a new series to spotlight talented and dedicated women employees across the Lab. In this inaugural feature, learn how Diana Swantek brings cutting-edge science to life in a visually engaging way in her role as a technical illustrator for Earth and Environmental Sciences. Diana Swantek has been with Berkeley Lab for over […]

Cafecito Hour with LANA – Sept 8, 2020

The Latin American & Native America (LANA) Employee Resource Group is hosting its first Cafecito Hour. Date: Tuesday, September 8th Time: 10: 00 – 11:00 am Zoom: https://lbnl.zoom.us/j/98296072582 Bring your own cup of coffee and join LANA for a fun break from your normal routine and chance to ease into the week after a long […]

Townhall: A Scientist’s Primer on Mental Health – September 9, 2020

Recent studies have revealed that mental health struggles are extremely common among researchers. Join the All Access Employee Resource Group Mental Health Initiative for “A Scientist’s Primer on Mental Health,” a one-hour seminar and discussion facilitated by Dragonfly Mental Health. Date: Wednesday, September 9 Time: 2:00 – 3:00 pm There are many misconceptions about mental health struggles, […]

Solo@Home – 2nd & 4th Thursday

Solo@Home  is a new initiative from the IDEA Office to promote belonging and inclusion. Do you or does someone you know live alone during this time of Shelter in Place? Interested in sharing ways to thrive while being solo at home? Join the IDEA Office every 2nd and 4th Thursday at 2:00 pm for 30 […]

Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment

100 years ago, American women gained the right to vote with the passage of the 19th Amendment after decades of struggle. This Ken Burns film tells the story of this milestone by exploring race and gender roles that shaped the discussion. The Vote tells the dramatic culmination story of the hard-fought campaign waged by American […]

Gary May’s Diversity Mission: Creating Change By Helping Others – August 18, 2020

Join us for a Lab-wide Town Hall with UC Chancellor Gary May and Lab Director Mike Witherell on Tuesday, August 18, at 1 p.m. at streaming.lbl.gov. View a recorded version Chanellor May’s talk. Chancellor May became UC Davis Chancellor in 2017 after three decades at Georgia Tech, where he was Dean of the College of […]

Asian and Pacific Islander Employee Resource Group Kickoff – August 13, 2020

Join us in a kickoff event for Berkeley Lab’s newest Employee Resource Group (ERG), the Asian and Pacific Islander (API) ERG! During this hour-long event, you will meet others who are committed to the Lab’s API community and to addressing issues that matter to the community. The API ERG Steering Committee will share a draft […]

Berkeley Lab’s Fifth Open Mic – August 14, 2020

Join us for another evening of music, poetry and community on Friday, August 14th. “So impressed by the talented staff we have.” “I love this event. It lifts me up.” “Loved it! Great job to all performers and the incredible MC!” “Totally amazed at the talent surrounding me at work!” Date: Friday, August 14, 2020 […]

The Advantages of Disability Inclusion

Embracing disability inclusion gives organizations access to talented individuals who might otherwise be under- or unemployed. Research shows that disability inclusive businesses are not only stronger, but also help the economy as a whole. Learn more and share your stories with #DisabilityAdvantage.