Digest: β Farewell to one of FOA's leaders
Plus summer road closures, water tower refresh, payroll scams and wellness events
Dear FOA Team,
As summer arrives, we see signs of transition all around us β caps and gowns, celebratory photos by the Eggheads, and joyful gatherings β 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 β¦
Read Clareβs full message ahead of summer.
Clare Shinnerl FOA Vice Chancellor
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βͺ Be aware of road closure
- A section of Hutchison Drive between La Rue Road and Health Sciences Drives will be closed June 16 to Sept. 15 for upgrades tied to Extension Center Drive and the Resnick Center for Agricultural Innovation project. Review the detour routes for vehicles, bikes, and pedestrians.
βͺ Protect yourself from payroll cyber attacks
- Recent scams targeting UC employees and their direct deposit information are a reminder to take proactive steps to protect yourself online. Read more about the scams and security steps to take now.
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Celebrate a career anchored in respect
After a distinguished career spanning the U.S. Navy, UC San Diego and UC Davis, Blair Stephenson retires as Associate Vice Chancellor, leaving behind a legacy of service, compassion and collaborative leadership. Read the full profile to learn more about Blairβs career journey.
Touchdown Tower gets a makeover
Scaffolding is going up around the water tower near UC Davis Health Stadium ahead of a major restoration project that includes a full exterior repaint, critical safety upgrades, and new LED lighting. Find out why this transformation is about more than just a fresh coat of paint.
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πβ Self-care in equity-focused workplaces
- Get practical tools to support your well-being while working to advance inclusive excellence and the UC Davis Principles of Community. Log in to register for the June 10 Race Matters session.
π Learn how to use Aggie Enterprise
- New users of Aggie Enterprise are encouraged to attend an orientation course providing an overview of training, documentation and job roles. Log in to register for a class on June 12, June 26 or July 17.
ποΈ Stay active exploring virtual islands
- Track your exercise in the Be Well daily activity challenge to virtually traverse Hawaii in a team or solo. Register to participate from June 16 to July 18.
πβ Take opportunities for mindfulness breaks
- Join Mindfulness Meditation, Kindness Meditation or Mindful Pause sessions held multiple times a week throughout this month. See dates and register.
πΆβ Join Mace Ranch 5k
- Anyone in Davis is invited to join a free, timed 5k event to run, walk, or roll with neighbors each week, as part of parkrun, which hosts 80 events around the country. Register and meet at Mace Ranch Park any Saturday at 8 a.m. to participate.
π€ Prioritizing local business connections
- More than 230 local businesses attended the UC Davis Supplier Expo in May, hosted in Sacramento by Supply Chain Management and UC Davis Health, to share their product information and learn how to work with the university. See photos, quotes and other highlights from the event.
π» Expect a UCPath makeover
UCPath is getting a fresh new look this summer with a modern interface to help you quickly access your paycheck, benefits, leave balances and more. Join an upcoming webinar to explore the new design.
πΏ Enjoy lunch at a refreshed garden
- Visit the newly reopened Arboretum Terrace Garden and Lois Crowe Patio, tucked away on the east side of the Davis Commons Shopping Center and open 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. on weekdays. See photos and the new planting plan.