Focusing on the future of our employees and helping them reach their full potential
Learning and Organizational Development in Human Resources will host the fourth annual Career Development Week (CDW) for employees at both UC Davis Campus and UC Davis Health. CDW is held during National Career Development Month.
November 16-20, 2026
cultivate your career: connect, explore, grow
2026 Schedule Preview
- Monday November 16 In Person at Aggie Square
- Join us Monday, November 16 — Aggie Square, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM for engaging sessions, networking opportunities and a captivating keynote.
- Tuesday November 17- Friday November 20 Zoom Virtual Sessions
- Each day we will host three virtual sessions at consistent times each day on topics covering the main tracks for this year.
Sessions are still being selected but will align to the following tracks:
Career Mobility and Navigation
Manager and Leadership Development
Well-being: Working Smarter, Not Harder
Career Development Week
Vision, Mission, Core Values, and Strategic Goals
- Vision
- Career Development Week at UC Davis is the premier fall conference for staff development and support within the UC system.
- Mission
- Career Development Week exists to provide UC Davis (UCD) and UC Davis Health (UCDH) staff with access to best practices, knowledge enrichment, and skill-building opportunities related to career and professional development. Through inspiring keynotes, interactive sessions, and community engagement, every UCD and UCDH staff member is empowered to navigate and own their career growth.
- Core Values
Our actions are guided by the UC Davis Principles of Community and the following core operational values:
Collaboration: We cultivate teamwork and meaningful connections across the UC Davis community and beyond.Empowerment: We equip staff with the tools, resources, and confidence to take charge of their career trajectories.
Excellence: We commit to delivering high-quality, impactful programming that fosters growth and learning.
Inclusion: We champion diversity and ensure an equitable, accessible, and welcoming environment for all participants.
Innovation: We embrace forward-thinking approaches to career development, adapting to the evolving needs of our workforce.
- Strategic Goals
Goal 1: Host an engaging, week-long conference in November, providing high-quality programming for up to 1,000 UCD and UCDH staff members.
Goal 2: Offer a hybrid experience that maximizes accessibility and participation, featuring both virtual and in-person opportunities.
Goal 3: Ensure financial sustainability through budget-conscious planning while maintaining a free experience for attendees.
Goal 4: Strengthen UCD and UCDH’s commitment to professional development as a key driver of staff retention, engagement, and success.
Career Development Week Archives
2025 Recordings 2025 Session Materials