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Fall 2023

A quarterly celebration of achievements and advances made by the dedicated team members who work in the departments that comprise UCLA Administration. With a commitment to delivering exceptional services, products and programs, UCLA Administration plays a crucial role in advancing UCLA's mission of education, research and service, enriching the campus community.

Shaping UCLA’s future and supporting transition

Becoming a most efficient university transcends mere aspiration; it is a central pillar of UCLA's new strategic plan and will guide the work of our administrative and service units over the next five years.

Ask the Administration Leadership Team

How can Bruins enhance campus network and personal cybersecurity amidst rising cyber threats? Associate Vice Chancellor for Information Technology Services and Chief Information Officer Lucy Avetisyan responds.

UCPD personnel honored

The outstanding achievements of UCLA Police Department personnel along with the exemplary careers of three officers were recently celebrated at an awards ceremony held on campus.

UCLA steam operating engineer is a “Next Gen All-Star”

David Agudo, a steam operating engineer in Facilities Management, has been recognized by Plumbing and Mechanical magazine.

Award-winning work leads to improved service and experience for Bruins

Information Technology Services has earned the UC Tech Silver Design Award for its efforts to advance UCLA’s third-party risk management.

UCLA Dining named best in the nation for seventh time

For the fifth consecutive year, UCLA tops the niche.com list of Best College Food in America. This is the seventh time in the past 10 years that the campus dining program has been named No. 1 in the annual rankings.

UCLA Transportation receives Green Fleet Award

UCLA Transportation has been recognized for excellence in environmental responsibility in vehicle operations by the National Association of Fleet Administrators.

Passing the torch

Former UCLA Fire Marshal and UCOP Chief of Fire and Life Safety Services Dana Johnson has retired after 38 years in the fire service, with nearly three decades dedicated to serving the UCLA community.

Irradiator removal marks milestone for safety and efficiency

In a significant step toward heightened campus safety and operational efficiency, the last irradiator has been successfully removed from the UCLA campus.

Venomous animal training at UCLA

Campus field researchers are bringing their expanding knowledge about rattlesnakes and heightened awareness of venomous animals and plants in California’s ecosystems into their work.

Celebrating native plants

Groundskeepers in Housing & Hospitality completed training to learn about native plants, how to care for them and how to add more of these drought-tolerant, low-water plants to our surroundings.

More than 1,500 Bruins pledge to “ditch the drive”

Sustainable Transportation Month drew attention to programs and services available to all UCLA students and employees, including bike resources, free and subsidized public transit passes, and discounted carpool permits.

Two new transit passes improve campus access for Bruins

UCLA Transportation has expanded access to all seven transit agencies serving the campus, making trips on public transportation a little smoother for the campus community.

Leadership program celebrates graduates, projects

Leadership 2029 and Leadership 2032 participants recently completed 18-month talent initiative program and developed projects to further Administration’s strategic themes and goals.

LinkedIn Learning is now free for all UCLA staff

LinkedIn Learning is now available to all staff in alignment with UCLA’s ongoing commitment to professional and career development.

Out and about

A brief look at some of the ways our teams connect with one another and spread Bruin pride on campus and off.