[Sa-staff] Upcoming Deadlines & Events: Halloween, Elections, and More! 🎃🗳️

[Selina Hernandez]

Hello Highlanders,

As we wrap up October, a few exciting events and important deadlines are
just around the corner. Please review the upcoming dates below so you don't
miss out!

*☕🍩👻 Ghosts, Grinds & Good Times (Tomorrow, 10/28)*
Just one day away! Float over to Hinderaker Courtyard between 9:30 AM and
10:30 AM for coffee, donuts, and spooky crafts
<http://google.com/url?q=https://events.ucr.edu/event/ghosts-grinds-good-times?utm_campaign%3Dwidget%26utm_medium%3Dwidget%26utm_source%3DUC%2BRiverside%26_gl%3D1*1upoga8*_ga*MTAyNDUwNDk2Mi4xNzcwMjM4Mjk4*_ga_S8BZQKWST2*czE3OTE0OTA1ODQkbzI3NiRnMSR0MTc5MTQ5MzI0OSRqNDQkbDAkaDA.*_ga_Z1RGSBHBF7*czE3OTE0OTA1ODQkbzI3NSRnMSR0MTc5MTQ5MzI0OSRqNDAkbDAkaDA.&sa=D&source=docs&ust=1793130206073110&usg=AOvVaw1di0Qtm7Gog7gIMDsGt4Db>.
Catch up with colleagues and power through your morning. Costumes are
strongly encouraged, so show off your best look!

🎃 *Halloween Costume Contest (Due 10/30)*
There are only a few days left to submit your entries and show off your
Halloween spirit! The UCR Staff Assembly Costume Contest
<https://staffassembly.ucr.edu/staff-halloween-costume-contest?_gl=1*100hf57*_ga*MTAyNDUwNDk2Mi4xNzcwMjM4Mjk4*_ga_Z1RGSBHBF7*czE3OTE0OTA1ODQkbzI3NSRnMSR0MTc5MTQ5MzIzMSRqNTgkbDAkaDA.*_ga_S8BZQKWST2*czE3OTE0OTA1ODQkbzI3NiRnMSR0MTc5MTQ5MzA0NSRqNTgkbDAkaDA.>
runs through October 30. Enter solo or in groups to win a pizza party,
swag, and gift cards! Submit your photos to staffassembly at ucr.edu by the
30th.

*🌟 Get Recognized Nominations (Due 10/31)*
Do you work with someone great? A superlative supervisor or fantastic
employee? Nominate them for the Get Recognized Program
<https://events.ucr.edu/event/get-recognized?utm_campaign=widget&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=UC+Riverside&_gl=1*sai177*_ga*MTAyNDUwNDk2Mi4xNzcwMjM4Mjk4*_ga_S8BZQKWST2*czE3OTMxMjYxOTYkbzI5MyRnMSR0MTc5MzEyNjIwOCRqNDgkbDAkaDA.*_ga_Z1RGSBHBF7*czE3OTMxMjYxOTYkbzI5MiRnMSR0MTc5MzEyNjIwOCRqNDgkbDAkaDA.>!
This peer recognition award honors individuals or small work groups (up to
three people) who make UC Riverside a better workplace.

*🗳️ Midterm Election Voting (Deadline 11/3)*
A quick reminder that the deadline to vote in this year’s midterm election
is Tuesday, Nov. 3. Whether you are a regular voter or a first-time voter
who might have questions
<https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/2026-midterms-voting-faq>
about how to cast your ballot, make sure you are prepared and your voice is
heard!

*❄️ Volunteer for Staff Assembly Holiday Celebration (Sign up by 11/4)*
We are gearing up for our holiday celebration on December 16th and need
your creativity and energy! By volunteering
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUX--UPd8UTZkrI6uOGiiNyT4FR-5agtAyk9tMUPHSVQnWxw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=102819682601804997744>
just 1 hour per week, you’ll collaborate directly with our Director of
Events, Cierra Covarrubias, and our dedicated Staff Assembly board members.
Help us shape the theme, food, donation drives, and swag!

Best,
*Selina Hernandez* (she/her/ella)
Co-Director of Marketing & Communications
UCR Staff Assembly
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