The journey to replace our outdated financial systems commenced over two years ago. Since then, UC Riverside has invested significant intellectual capital into redesigning the new UCR Chart of Accounts (COA), business processes and configuring our new integrated systems which include: Oracle Financials; our new procurement and financial system...

Dear Campus Community, I am returning to the office today after spending the week participating in commencement at Toyota Arena. For our largest-ever commencement celebrations, more than 50,000 attendees cheered the graduates who crossed the stage. Earlier this month, we also had an opportunity to celebrate with the School of Medicine’s newest MDs...

As part of a new UCOP presidential policy to ensure that all individuals are identified by their accurate gender identity and lived name on university-issued documents, UCPath has introduced a new field. What changed? In the past you would be able to make changes to your name via eDirectory or other requests. Going forward UCPath will be the...

This month, on Friday, June 16, 2023, UCPath will be upgraded from Oracle software version 37 to version 44. This initiative, entitled the “PUM upgrade” is required to update the Peoplesoft system to the current supported version. During this cutover, UCPath will be unavailable. This system update will have minor changes to UCPath Online (Employee...

Dear Campus Community, In November 2020 UCOP announced a new presidential policy* to ensure that all individuals are identified by their accurate gender identity and lived name on university-issued documents and in UC’s information systems. To comply with this policy, on June 19, 2023, a new UCPath release will introduce a new field called Name...

Dear Campus Community, I write today to share that the University of California, Riverside, has been invited to join the Association of American Universities (AAU). Membership in the AAU is highly selective, and the association includes the nation’s most outstanding institutions of higher education. Achieving the profile of an AAU member...

Dear Campus Community, I am pleased to announce the official launch of our campus strategic plan, UCR 2030. The website is now live! I encourage you to explore the site, which includes links to the strategic plans of our academic and administrative units as well. Progress on initiatives and action items will be updated annually in the spring.

Dear Campus Community, It’s been another year for the record books! As we move toward the end of the academic year, I have been reflecting on all the accomplishments by the UC Riverside community over the last 12 months. Like the message I sent to campus last year in June, below you will find a summary of achievements from this year that highlight...

With the emergence of ChatGPT, many members of our community are racing to explore its use in the academic, research, and administrative mission of the University. The Information Security Office wants to provide guidance on its appropriate use through university policy and risk mitigation. At present, any use of ChatGPT should be with the...

On Saturday, May 13th, the Associated Students Programming Board is hosting UCR's annual Spring Splash concert. We wanted to notify you of potential amplified sound and access that may affect the inner areas of campus. The event kicks off at 3:30 p.m. and ends at 9:30 p.m. However, soundchecks for the artists will begin at 9 a.m. and go until 3 p.m...

Dear Campus Community, Thank you for your continued contributions to the overall success of UC Riverside. Through your dedication and commitment, we continue to thrive in our research, teaching, and service missions. The momentum that we continue to build positions UCR as a university of choice for both students and employees. This year, I am...

Dear Highlander Community, It is an exciting time for innovation in higher education. Advancements in technology that accelerate research, enhance student learning, facilitate collaboration, better protect data, and automate workflows are increasingly within reach. When I joined UCR at this time last year, I was asked to develop a new strategic...

There’s a lot of news to share this month. So, let’s commence… Commencement 2023—Bigger and Better This year, in response to feedback, UC Riverside is enhancing the Commencement experience for graduates, guests, faculty, staff, and University friends by hosting ceremonies at Toyota Arena for those receiving their bachelor’s degree, master’s degree...

In consultation with systemwide Human Resources and UC Legal, proposed revisions to the Employee-Initiated Reduction In Time (ERIT) Program and ERIT Contract are now available for employee review. Background The ERIT program is an optional tool that locations and organizational units may choose to implement as a flexible work resource. At locations...

Dear Campus Community: I write to announce the launch of a national search for the Associate Vice Chancellor & Controller position at UC Riverside. The search officially launched on Friday, April 7. Please share this exciting opportunity with your networks (also see attached). For full consideration, we are requesting that applicants submit their...

Dear Campus Community, This year, March has served up two opposing realities. On one hand, we’ve had more rain (and even snow) than normal. On the other hand, the change in daylight had become more pronounced, even before Daylight Savings Time took effect. A period of transformation with brighter days ahead is underway. That sounds like a good...

Dear Campus Community, I am excited to announce the appointment of Lidia Kos as Vice Provost & Dean of Graduate Studies. Her first day will be July 15, 2023. Lidia joins UCR from Florida International University (FIU), where she is a Professor of Biology, Associate Dean of the University Graduate School, and Associate Vice President of the Office...

Additional adjustments have been made to the campus COVID-19 management program as a result of updates from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). These changes will go into effect immediately. Ending Asymptomatic Testing Faculty, staff, and students who have an approved COVID-19 vaccination exemption, either medical or religious, will...

The month of Ramadan begins Thursday, March 23, and ends Friday, April 21. Learn more about how you can support those who observe. Important Things to Keep in Mind Religious Accommodations Ramadan coincides with Finals Week You may see increased requests for time to pray, break the daily fast, etc. Different Start & End Dates Based on a lunar...

The University of California Office of the President invites comments on a proposed Presidential Policy on Anti-Discrimination. The proposed policy covers discrimination, harassment, and retaliation by and against members of the University community on University property or in connection with University-sponsored activities. The proposed policy...