Jennifer Moumneh Appointed University Ombuds and Director, Office of the Ombuds

Dear colleagues, On behalf of Chancellor Gillman, I am pleased to announce that Jennifer Moumneh has been appointed university ombuds and director, Office of the Ombuds, effective October 18, 2021. I would also like to thank Jennifer for her service as interim university ombuds since July 2021. Jennifer brings more than 18 years of conflict…

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UCI Black Thriving Initiative Faculty Cluster Hiring Program Second Call for Proposals

Dear colleagues, I am pleased to announce the second and final call for proposals for the UCI Black Thriving Initiative Faculty Cluster Hiring Program. UCI’s Black Thriving Initiative is an unprecedented and transformational campus response to the persistence of systemic anti-Blackness in America. As part of this bold campuswide initiative and our ongoing commitment to…

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Call for Student Fee Advisory Committee Members

UCI Students, If you are interested in having a greater voice in the discussion of how student fees are allocated at UCI, apply to the Student Fee Advisory Committee (SFAC). A student-led group, SFAC’s role is to advise the Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor on any changes to student services fees, course materials and other…

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What Matters to Me and Why Discussion Featuring Provost Hal Stern on October 20

Dear students and colleagues, Now entering its tenth year, “What Matters to Me and Why,” the annual series of informal discussions with respected members of our campus community, has enjoyed remarkable success. We would like to personally thank all who have attended our previous talks and invite those who could not attend to view recordings…

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Kate Brigman Named Associate Provost and Chief of Staff

Dear colleagues, Following a national search, I am pleased to announce that Kate Brigman has been named associate provost and chief of staff for the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor, effective October 11, 2021. Since 2012, Kate has held a range of administrative roles at UCI. Most recently, since 2018 she has…

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Reminder to Vote: 2021 California Gubernatorial Recall Election

Dear colleagues, On September 14, voters across California will have the opportunity to participate in the California Gubernatorial recall election. I encourage you all to take part in the upcoming election and make your voice heard. Although the deadline to register online for the September recall election has passed, you may register in person on Election Day.…

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Reappointment of Dean Michael J. Stamos

Dear colleagues, On behalf of Chancellor Gillman, we are pleased to announce that Michael J. Stamos, M.D. has been appointed to a second five-year term as dean of the UCI School of Medicine. This reappointment decision follows an administrative review, which included materials submitted by Dean Stamos and letters of evaluation from senior administrators, deans,…

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