FROM CHANCELLOR MICHAEL DRAKE

2008-09

Budget Update
We wish to thank all of you who have submitted comments regarding the three furlough/salary reduction proposals, and continue to encourage all members of the campus community to share their thoughts and ideas about how best to cope with the budget challenges we are experiencing. (6.30.2009)

Budget Update
As you know, the University of California has received very substantial reductions to its state budget for next year. Along with mandatory cost increases, we now estimate that UC Irvine will need to absorb reductions of about $70 million – an unprecedented situation for our campus. (6.18.2009)

Staff Service Awards
One of UC Irvine’s campus traditions is recognizing long-term staff members at the annual service awards ceremony. Please join us June 17 in congratulating your colleagues who have achieved milestones of 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 and 40 years of service. (6.8.2009)

Graduate Commencement Speech
Chancellor Michael Drake gave a short commencement address urging graduates to develop their own set of personal values to guide their life choices and activities. (6.6.2009)

2009 Medal
Each year, the Medal is bestowed upon a few extraordinary individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the vision, mission and spirit of the University of California, Irvine. The Medal is the university’s most prestigious award, and I am honored to share with you this year’s recipients. (5.26.2009)

Campus Incident Update
On Wednesday, May 20, UC Irvine police received a report of a man on campus carrying what appeared to be a rifle. Fortunately, a subsequent investigation revealed that it was an airsoft-type imitation weapon and the incident was safely resolved. (5.22.2009)

Budget Update
We wish to provide an update to the campus on actions we have taken to address the unprecedented budget situation that UC and UCI are facing, and to describe some potential actions for next year. (5.15.2009)

Dean, School of Social Ecology
After 10 years of outstanding service as dean, Ronald Huff has informed us that he will step down and return to faculty status effective July 1. (5.11.2009)

Gift Names UC Irvine Douglas Hospital
I am pleased to announce that our new hospital at UC Irvine Medical Center has been named UC Irvine Douglas Hospital after M.A. Douglas of Orange, Calif., in honor of his $21 million posthumous gift. (5.6.2009)

New Programs Address Budget Challenges
While the budget crisis is highly complex, and its specific impacts on UC Irvine still uncertain, we have developed several programs designed to reduce administrative expenses and mitigate the need for layoffs, which is a top priority. (4.28.2009)

Swine Flu
Chancellor Drake provided an update on current swine flu hazards. (4.27.2009)

Presentation to Staff Assembly Forum
On April 17, Chancellor Drake spoke to members of the campus community on values important to remember. (4.17.2009)

2009 Living Our Values Awards
I invite you to submit nominations for UC Irvine’s 2009 Living Our Values awards, which recognize faculty, staff and students who bring to life the values so important to our university. (3.30.2009)

Interim Dean, School of Medicine
We are pleased to let you know that Dr. Ralph V. Clayman has been named interim dean of the School of Medicine, effective March 1 and pending regental approval. (2.11.2009)

Presentation to UC Regents Educational Policy Committee
On Feb. 4, Chancellor Drake provided a campus update to a committee of the UC Board of Regents. (2.4.2009)

Fall Construction Update
Construction projects are under way in every sector of UC Irvine, providing state-of-the-art facilities to support evolving needs in research, teaching and healthcare. (12.12.2008)

City of Irvine Update
It is my pleasure to invite you to a presentation by Irvine Mayor Beth Krom on the “State of the City.” (11.19.2008)

Fall Update
This year, UC Irvine has made unprecedented advances in its mission of enabling, empowering and inspiring people to make a difference. (11.10.2008)

Great Southern California ShakeOut
UCI encourages its student, faculty, and staff community to participate in the largest earthquake drill in U.S. history. (11.7.2008)

2008 Living Our Values Awards
I am pleased to announce the recipients of the 2008 Living Our Values Awards. (11.4.2008)

Shaping the Future Campaign
I am pleased to announce the public launch of UC Irvine’s $1 billion “Shaping the Future” campaign, a campus first and a significant milestone in our history. (10.6.2008)

Regents’ Visit
The Regents of the University of California concluded their three-day meeting at UC Irvine today. (9.18.2008)

Olympic Spirit Thrives at UC Irvine
Nine former Anteaters and our current volleyball coach walked last week in the opening ceremonies of the Beijing Olympic Games. (8.13.2008)

Reappointment of Dean Debra J. Richardson
We are pleased to announce that Debra Richardson has agreed to continue as dean of the Donald Bren School of Information & Computer Sciences through July 2010. (8.4.2008)

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