On April 29 and May 2, the UCOP administration continued its series of
meetings with staff regarding the progress of the restructuring of the
Office of the President. A brown bag presentation was held each day
led by Michael Reese, Associate Vice President, Business Operations. "Responding to Restructuring: How OP Employees Can Provide Feedback and Suggestions" An important part of our mission is to encourage communication between
staff and the Administration and other members of the University community
on matters of interest to staff employees, in accordance with California
laws and Regental policy. Because UCOP is undergoing an organizational restructuring in 2008 that will
likely result in staff reductions, this is a critical time for employees
to help the administration consider the issues that will help UCOP define
itself in the coming decades, issues such: What work should we be doing?
If you are from a campus, whether you are a prospective student, current
student, professor, researcher, staff member, graduate, parent, neighbor,
or visitor, your interest and enthusiasm are valued and appreciated. UCOPA invites you to participate in
the exchange of ideas that will ultimately lead to shaping the future
of the University so that it continues to be one of the world’s
leading university systems. The Regents and the administrations of OP
and the campuses need everyone’s help to accomplish this task. Here’s how to help:
The Office of the President's restructuring effort has created many changes for OP staff. The University is facing a budget crisis that is forcing staff to re-think the ways they do their work. If you have other questions about
how you can support UCOPA and its mission during these challenging times,
please contact
UCOPA’s 2008 Steering Committee Chair, Christopher M. Rivers .
You will also find a feedback form that routes comments and suggestions to the appropriate work group leaders.
Providing one’s name and/or email address is
entirely optional.