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<p style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">Last year, I watched construction on the Student Success Center from a live feed. Now, for several months, I have observed progress from my office in Hinderaker Hall. Shortly
before we began the fall quarter, I toured the space, which is stunning. Architectural details and design elements in the building relate directly to the work we do.
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<p style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">A grand stairway provides example of how we support our community in climbing to new heights in education and research. Windows shine light throughout common spaces for collaboration
as if to remind us of our University of California motto, <i>fiat lux</i>, or let there be light. And of course, the additional seats for learning, teaching, and discovery are evidence of growth. The structure is new but our focus on student success is built
into the foundation and in the UC Riverside culture.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p style="background:white"><b><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">#1 in social mobility, three years in a row<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">For the third year in a row, US News and World Report ranked UCR #1 in student social mobility in
</span><a href="https://news.ucr.edu/articles/2021/09/12/its-three-peat-ucr-again-tops-social-mobility-ranking"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">their 2022 rankings</span></a><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">. UCR also
moved up five spots in overall rankings and up one spot to rank #33 among public universities. In the most innovative category, UCR moved up 16 spots to #26. That last one is particularly impressive because it is based on peer surveys and represents the way
higher education leaders view our institution. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">Congratulations to each of you on these numbers, which are fueled by your commitment and the work you do every day.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p style="background:white"><b><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">The important work of staff organizations</span></b><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">Our continued advancement in rankings and growth would not be possible without the tremendous staff at UCR. One of the ways we can support our staff is through support of
staff organizations. Groups like Staff Assembly contribute to a healthy campus climate by fostering equity of experience and ensuring that staff, students, and faculty of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome, and included.</span><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black"> </span><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">Participation in staff organizations is work on behalf of the university, not volunteer work. Staff should have time during their regular workday to do this as part of their
jobs.</span><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black"> </span><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">Whether you are actively participating in a staff organization or a supervisor ensuring your team members have time to participate, thank you for your support of these important
groups and our amazing staff.</span><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p style="background:white"><b><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">Coffee socials return<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">Over the summer, we held weekly coffee socials on Tuesday mornings. Maybe it was the coffee, maybe it was the donuts, maybe it was the produce cart from R’garden, or maybe
it was the opportunity to connect with people we hadn’t seen or met in person in many months—whatever the reason, the socials were a hit. As a result, these will return beginning Tuesday, October 5 at 9 a.m. in the courtyard outside of The Barn. We will continue
these each Tuesday through November 16. Thank you to Staff Assembly for management of this activity during the fall.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p style="background:white"><b><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">Chancellor’s open office hours for staff and faculty, October 7 at 11 a.m.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">I look forward to talking with staff and faculty at a virtual office hours event next week. This event is designed to be an interactive, cameras-on conversation. All are welcome
to register, and the group will be limited to the first 100 registrants to promote greater interaction and conversation. Please<b> register by September 30</b> and submit your questions by clicking
</span><a href="file:///C:/Users/shereew/AppData/Roaming/Microsoft/Word/at%20https:/ucr.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUtduqgrTsiHdGMQMLTq40ejfpjJekXO_WQ"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">here</span></a><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">.
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<p style="background:white"><b><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">Thank you for vaccinating<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">With more than 92.7% of students and 81.6% of employees getting the COVID-19 vaccine, our community has reached a combined 91% vaccination rate. Thank you for your commitment
to health and safety, allowing us to resume our work as a residential university. But there is still work to be done. For those who have not yet been vaccinated, I encourage you to do so. It will be good for the entire campus.
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<p style="background:white"><b><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:black">Minding our mental health too<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">The move to primarily in-person classes represents a significant adjustment after 18 months that was marked by a pandemic, lockdowns, varying
levels of isolation, financial challenges, social unrest, and a range of personal losses. As individuals and as a community, we have faced much throughout this time. As we make this next adjustment, I hope each of you will take care of your own mental needs
while also remaining mindful of the needs of students and colleagues. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), which provides services for students, has developed a
</span><a href="https://studentdocs.ucr.edu/counseling/uc-riverside_caps_red_folder.pdf"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">guide for assisting students</span></a><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"> in distress. The Red Folder, as it is
called, contains valuable information about what to observe, what to say, and what to do. Additionally, it has a quick resource guide with contact information for a long list of services. Please familiarize yourself with our protocols so that you will be able
to assist a student if needed. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">CAPS can be reached at 951-827-5531, 24 hours a day, or by visiting </span><a href="https://counseling.ucr.edu/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">counseling.ucr.edu</span></a><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">.
Student Affairs Case Managers can also offer support and guidance at </span><a href="mailto:casemanager@ucr.edu"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">casemanager@ucr.edu</span></a><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"> or 951-827-5000. For
additional questions about student resources, please contact </span><a href="mailto:vcsa@ucr.edu"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">vcsa@ucr.edu</span></a><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">For faculty and staff, resources for counseling services are available through the </span><a href="https://hr.ucr.edu/employee-resources/faculty-and-staff-assistance-program" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Faculty
and Staff Assistance Program</span></a><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"> or at 866-615-3047.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Understanding how we can support one another is a defining characteristic of this community. As we start fall quarter, I’m grateful and thankful
to work with such a strong, thoughtful, and caring group of people.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Stay healthy,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Kim A. Wilcox,
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Chancellor </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span><o:p></o:p></p>
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