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This is a reminder that applications and nominations for the <a href="https://t.e2ma.net/click/3ups1k/vs2ej193/7l5dnv" style="text-decoration:underline;color:#8a3b8f" target="_blank">2026 UC Tech Awards Program</a> are due next week on <strong>Monday, March 23rd at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time)</strong>. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your impact on tech at UC and inspire others in the field! </p>
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<p style="margin:0">Visit the <a href="https://t.e2ma.net/click/3ups1k/vs2ej193/ne6dnv" style="text-decoration:underline;color:#8a3b8f" target="_blank">Apply for an Award page</a> for information about the application process, the application form, and submission portal. </p>
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<p style="margin:0">The Awards Committee held an info session last week, providing an overview of the program, a walkthrough of what reviewers look for in the narrative section, and time for Q&A. Thank you to everyone who attended! </p>
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If you missed the session, check out the <a href="https://t.e2ma.net/click/3ups1k/vs2ej193/366dnv" style="text-decoration:underline;color:#8a3b8f" target="_blank">UC Tech Awards Info Session Slide Deck</a> for a checklist of details to include in your application to make it stand out. </p>
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<p style="margin:0">Wishing you a productive writing session!</p>
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<p style="margin:0">UC Tech 2026 </p>
<p style="margin:0"><em>To the Metal: Reflect. Reforge. Reimagine.</em> </p>
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