Take a closer look inside campus operations with columns by FOA leaders with behind-the-scenes looks, decision-making details, leadership values, team priorities and more.
UC Davis is down to its last $6 in pennies. Reflecting on this small operational change points to how quickly some of our daily habits have evolved — and how some things quietly disappear before we notice.
From puppies to campus partners, Cali and Leia are helping shape a more welcoming approach to policing at UC Davis — one grounded in connection, comfort and trust.
Major campus decisions reflect months of collaboration, creativity and care to ensure the university moves forward with confidence and purpose. See what went into the UC Regents' recent approval of the Big Shift.
Clare invites FOA employees to explore the new Employee Job Shadow Program, a practical way to learn from colleagues, see how roles connect and own your professional growth.
Clare shares reflections from a bike trip through Cambodia and Vietnam and what it reinforced about perspective, resilience and how we show up for one another at FOA.
As we close out another year of meaningful work, I want to express my gratitude for all that you contribute to UC Davis. Sometimes our work seems behind-the-scenes, but the impact of FOA’s efforts are felt across the university, in ways big and small, every single day ...
If you saw me at Moove-In last weekend, you know I got a workout in! What stood out most wasn’t the exercise involved, but meeting three very different families, each so excited to see their student start life here at UC Davis.
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
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.
I hope you’ll join us for our next FOA All-Staff Meeting on April 28, whether you’re tuning in on Zoom or joining one of the many watch parties happening in your departments. These meetings are an important time to come together, reconnect and stay informed.
After nearly a decade with UC Davis, Blair Stephenson has announced his retirement this summer. As part of this transition, we are making a few organizational adjustments to ensure continued success while also navigating our budget constraints.
As the fires in Los Angeles County continue to impact lives, businesses, and landscapes, our heartfelt thoughts are with everyone affected. Currently, we have six members from the UC Davis Fire Department who are engaged in the firefighting efforts.
It seems like every week UC Davis is topping charts and making headlines for all the right reasons. We’re now preparing for another significant milestone ...
After years of connecting virtually, gathering in person for our next FOA All-Staff Meeting is a special chance to enhance connections and build a collaborative and thriving workplace. I’m looking forward to hearing Chancellor May speak, and pleased to welcome back Paula Mulford by popular demand ...
This summer while many of our students enjoy time away from campus, FOA teams are focused not just on sprucing up physical spaces, but also on strengthening and optimizing our new financial system, Aggie Enterprise.
