Vice Chancellor Clare Shinnerl reflects on a fiscal year of progress across every FOA department and sets the stage for FY 2025/26 goals, which include helpful technology, construction milestones and innovative safety initiatives
Pam Heintzleman, a seasoned UC professional with nearly 20 years of experience, has joined UC Davis Finance as Director of Payroll Operations, Accounting and Compliance.
Leadership message: This year’s response rate was a remarkable 62.2%, with 2,000 additional participants compared to surveys conducted in previous years. You not only showed up, but you also encouraged others to take part.
The UC Davis Fire Department has been internationally recognized as a Beacon community under the Resuscitation Academy's Lighthouse Program, marking the highest level of excellence attainable at entry into the prehospital cardiac arrest care program.
After five years as a virtual program, this biweekly event’s return to the Sacramento campus was made possible by a dedicated project team of stakeholders from across Human Resources.
Part of Safety Services, the Emergency Management team of Benton Best and Patrick Seward were recognized for setting UC Davis apart as a leader in preparedness and resilience.
Following a national search, UC Davis has selected Nathaniel Hartinger as Fire Chief. An Aggie and 25-year veteran of the UC Davis Fire Department, Hartinger has served in every rank and brings a deep commitment to the campus and community he’s long called home.
The new “You Can Talk to Me” initiative is making Mental Health First Aid training more inclusive. Take the training and become a visible source of support in your workplace.
FOA is launching a new website audit program to help departments keep their content accurate, accessible and user-friendly. All FOA websites must live within our Site Factory platform, and new site requests should be submitted to FOA Communications for review.
UC Davis’ iconic water tower located across the way from UC Davis Health Stadium — affectionately known as “Touchdown Tower” — is undergoing a significant restoration.
As summer arrives, we see signs of transition all around us — caps and gowns, celebratory photos by the Eggheads, and joyful gatherings — all marking the end of the academic year. Behind every student milestone are hundreds of FOA staff members doing the work that keeps our university moving.
After a distinguished career in the U.S. Navy, UC San Diego and UC Davis, Blair Stephenson retires as Associate Vice Chancellor. Known for his loyalty, strategic leadership and dedication to people, Blair has made a lasting difference through service, mentorship and collaboration.
