Posts Tagged ‘Academic Excellence’
UCI Budget Workgroup Update
Dear colleagues, I am writing to provide an update on plans to effectively manage the campus core budget for 2020-21 and beyond. As discussed at the recent Town Hall, we have managed the campus budget very well to this point, with a commitment to maintaining our workforce and prioritizing our students. Despite a significant budget…
Read MoreKyriacos A. Athanasiou Elected to National Academy of Medicine
Dear colleagues, We are pleased to announce that Kyriacos A. Athanasiou, Henry Samueli Chair in Engineering and Distinguished Professor of biomedical engineering, has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine. He is one of 90 U.S.-based members and 10 international members announced this week. A globally renowned biomedical engineer, he is being honored “for…
Read MorePresident Drake Begins Consultation Process on Possible Expanded Curtailment Program
Dear colleagues, The Office of the President asked that we share this letter regarding options that address the system-wide financial impact of COVID-19. One solution under consideration is an expansion of the curtailment program, which would require some employees to increase the number of vacation or unpaid leave days taken each year. Currently at UCI, non-critical campus-based…
Read MoreSearch for School of Social Ecology Dean
Dear colleagues, On behalf of Chancellor Gillman, I am pleased to announce the formation of an advisory committee charged with assisting in the search for a new dean of the School of Social Ecology. The committee will evaluate nominees and make recommendations. The committee will be chaired by Elizabeth Cauffman, Professor, Psychological Science. The other…
Read MoreSchool of Education Dean Transition
Dear colleagues, Richard Arum, dean and professor, School of Education and by courtesy professor of sociology and criminology, law and society, has decided to return to the faculty at the conclusion of his term as dean in June 2021. An internationally known expert on education, social stratification and digital education, Dean Arum plans to focus…
Read MoreMake Your Voice Heard – Register to Vote
Dear colleagues, On November 3, voters across the U.S. will have the opportunity to weigh in on candidates and issues that will affect their futures and the future of our country. UCI is composed of engaged students, faculty and staff eager to get involved and make a difference. I trust that all of you will…
Read MoreOffice of the Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor Summer 2020 Newsletter
School of Social Ecology Dean Transition
Dear colleagues, Nancy Guerra, Dean, School of Social Ecology and Professor of Psychological Science, has decided to return to the faculty at the conclusion of her term as Dean in June 2021. An internationally known expert on youth violence prevention and healthy youth development, Dean Guerra plans to work with the UCI Blum Center for…
Read MoreSearch for Samueli School of Engineering Dean
Dear colleagues, On behalf of Chancellor Gillman, I am pleased to announce the formation of an advisory committee charged with assisting in the search for a new dean of the Samueli School of Engineering. The committee will evaluate nominees and make recommendations. The committee will be chaired by Faryar Jabbari, Senior Associate Dean of Academic…
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