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News & Views – Spring 2026

A quarterly celebration of the accomplishments and progress driven by the dedicated team members across UCLA Administration. United by a commitment to excellence, these departments deliver outstanding services, products and programs that support UCLA’s mission of education, research and public service — while creating exceptional experiences for the entire Bruin community.

June 18, 2026

Change is the only real constant

While leaders, structures and priorities may evolve, what remains constant is the importance of our mission, the critical role Administration plays in supporting the university and the supportive, collaborative culture within Administration that enables our success.

June 18, 2026

Celebrating the retirement of Michael J. Beck

After nearly 25 years in higher education administration – and almost a decade as UCLA’s Administrative Vice Chancellor – Michael J. Beck will retire in December 2026, leaving a lasting legacy of leadership, innovation and service.

June 18, 2026

Martinez and Woo recognized with True Bruin Value Awards

Lizett Martinez, director of custodial and grounds, and Chris Woo, grounds supervisor, have been recognized for their commitment to their work, their department and the university. They are the most recent recipients of the True Bruin Value Award.

June 18, 2026

UCLA home No. 1 university fleet in U.S.

To be named one of the best operations by the association, fleet services get evaluated on performance and progress, use of technology, energy management, financial management, service turnaround, staff development and resource stewardship.

June 18, 2026

Safety crackdown targets e‑scooter and bike violations

The UCLA Police Department recently conducted a targeted safety enforcement operation along Bruin Walk and near the engineering buildings, two high‑traffic corridors where pedestrian safety concerns are frequently reported.

June 18, 2026

The Lean Scene: Why measurement matters

By identifying meaningful metrics that reflect process performance, such as time, volume, quality and demand, teams can better pinpoint issues, validate root causes and make informed decisions.

June 18, 2026

Find your fit at UCLA Recreation

Sign up for your free 7-day UCLA employee recreation membership trial. John Wooden Center, Drake Stadium, Sunset Canyon Recreation Center, Kinross Recreation Center and Marina Aquatic Center are included. 

June 18, 2026

In the news

A look at some of the recent media hits highlighting the people and units that comprise UCLA Administration. Among them: Mother-son duo Veronica Garibaldi, a food service worker at Rendezvous, and Jaime Cordona, who works at the Study at Hedrick.

June 18, 2026

Out & About

Ricky Garcia and Rafael Pineda attended Campus Safety Week, an annual opportunity for the UCLA community to stay informed, prepared and protected by speaking with and learning from campus experts and outside vendors.