[Ucrfacultyandstaff] Inside UCR: Student publishes children's book, and more

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April 2, 2025

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Medical student publishes children's book
Zayan Musa, a third-year medical student, began writing children's books as a way to introduce young kids to medical topics in an easy, visual format.
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Black scholars equip computer labs in Guyana
UCR's African Student Programs led efforts to provide 115 laptops to underserved communities in Guyana, creating computer labs and internet cafes for students and farmers.
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Finding sparks to save energy
Facilities Services is using advanced analytic software to pilot an energy efficiency project at the School of Business building, using an algorithm to detect anomalies it calls sparks.
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4/6/2025 | 7 a.m.
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[Campus Announcements]

Chancellor's March update
In his monthly message, Chancellor Kim A. Wilcox describes how UCR is preparing for possible state and federal budget impacts and how the campus community can advocate for the university.
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Academic Analytics research platform is live
UCR's new Academic Analytics platform launched Monday, providing faculty profiles and research information aimed at improving collaboration.
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[Awards & Honors]

Education professors win equity research grants
Eui Kyung Kim, Rita Kohli, and Uma Jayakumar have received grants to support two research projects focused on improving social-emotional learning for immigrant students and advancing racial equity in teacher education.
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School of Medicine presents annual awards
The School of Medicine honored students, faculty, and staff members in various categories including instruction and service as part of its 2024-25 awards.
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[Scotmemos]

UCR to celebrate National Student Employee Week
The campus community is invited to celebrate student employees during National Student Employee Week, which begins April 14.
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