The UC OSPO Network launched in May 2024 enabled by a grant from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.
Community¶
Our Mission¶
We strive to create a robust, interconnected network of Open Source Program Offices (OSPOs) throughout the UC system. Our goal is to foster innovation, promote knowledge sharing, and establish best practices for open-source software development and usage.
Why a Network Approach?¶
The UC OSPO Network leverages the unique strengths and expertise of each participating campus, resulting in:
Enhanced Collaboration: Multiple campuses working together to develop, test, and refine solutions
Broader Applicability: Outcomes that extend beyond individual campuses
Shared Resources: Distributed workload and shared knowledge across network nodes
Simultaneous Innovation: Multiple projects and thematic activities developed concurrently
Our Impact¶
As the first system-wide OSPO network in a large university system, we are setting a new standard for open-source initiatives in academia. Our success will:
Demonstrate the value of a networked approach to supporting open-source
Serve as a model for other university systems
Create expectations for widespread adoption of OSPOs in academic institutions
Key Initiatives¶
Developing an open-source repository browser
Creating curriculum and resource repositories
Organizing hackathons and competitions
Promoting open-source sustainability and best practices
Get Involved¶
Whether you’re an individual looking to participate or an institution interested in joining the network, see our Get Involved page for all the ways to connect—Slack, newsletter, events, campus contacts, and more.
Contact Us¶
Not sure who to talk to? See our Contact page for network and campus-specific contacts.