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Holiday Greetings and Reflections

As the holiday season unfolds, I'm reminded of cherished memories and the importance of time away from work. Growing up in Germany, my holidays were always a mix of laughter and learning, thanks to my educator parents. One of my fondest memories is of my father, dressed as the German "Nicolaus," visiting my mother's classes ...

A Personal Note on the Power of Recognition

Early on, I had a boss who knew how to spark a fire in me. It might sound surprising, but his way of recognizing my efforts was by entrusting me with more responsibility. When recognition hits the mark, employees are more likely to feel connected and be engaged.

FOA’s STAR award recipients shine bright

Last year, 284 STAR awards were presented to FOA's staff members and teams to recognize their work that went "above and beyond," which included everything from emergency storm response, to inclusive leadership, systemwide payroll innovations and much more.

A Year of Resilience, Gratitude and Hope

As I mark my first year with UC Davis, I’m grateful for the dedication, resilience and passion each of you bring every day. It has been a year of tremendous challenges and remarkable achievements, and I’m incredibly proud of how we've come together as an organization.

Spin E-Bikes and E-Scooters Launch Sept. 1

UC Davis and the city of Davis are partnering to launch a new, shared e-bike and e-scooter program this fall that will reduce vehicle trips and provide 'safer and more responsible' micromobility options.

Survey Results Are In for 64 Campus Services

Results from the 2023 Academic and Staff Satisfaction Survey are now available in an interactive dashboard, including “good” or “excellent" overall scores for 51 of the 64 service lines rated by employees on the Davis campus.