Posts Tagged ‘People’
Search for Dean, Division of Continuing Education
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 Division of Continuing Education. The committee will evaluate nominees and make recommendations. The committee will be chaired by Michael Dennin, Vice Provost for Teaching and…
Read MoreDaphne Lei Appointed Director of UCI Illuminations, the Arts and Culture Initiative
Dear colleagues, On behalf of Chancellor Gillman, I am pleased to announce that Daphne Lei, Professor of Drama, has been appointed Director of UCI Illuminations, the Arts and Culture Initiative, effective February 1, 2022. I would also like to thank Professor Lei for her service as interim director since January 1, 2022. Professor Lei has…
Read MoreSeven Honored as AAAS Fellows
Dear colleagues, On behalf of Chancellor Gillman, I am pleased to share that seven UCI researchers have been named fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. It is my honor to recognize these exceptional scholars for their accomplishments, which have significantly contributed to a broad range of fields. With this year’s cohort,…
Read MoreUCI Seeks to Enhance Knowledge and Understanding of Jewish Culture and History
Office of the Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor – Winter 2022 Newsletter
COVID Boosters Required
COVID boosters are required As shared in President Drake’s letter, University of California policy requires students, faculty, and staff to keep their COVID-19 vaccination status up to date. This includes COVID-19 boosters for those who are eligible. To comply with this policy, UCI is requiring boosters for all eligible individuals – students and employees – by January 31, 2022.…
Read MoreJulie Schoenung and Andrei Shkel Named 2021 National Academy of Inventors Fellows
Dear colleagues, We are pleased to congratulate Julie Schoenung and Andrei Shkel on being named fellows of the National Academy of Inventors. Julie Schoenung, professor and chair of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, leads research into new materials to meet the demands of ballistics, energy and transportation applications. Her group is involved in…
Read MoreThree UCI Faculty Awarded for Outstanding Work in Innovation
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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