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Âé¶¹¹ÙÍøR staff at the Staff Picnic at the HUB

Staff

Ray of Light

If You Want to Go Far, Come Here

As Highlanders, our staff members are a part of the world’s most prestigious public university system, conducting meaningful work that propels thoughts and ideas forward. Their dedication and enthusiasm have helped to lift us higher as both a university and community. We’re among the top 1.3% of universities worldwide, according to the Center for World University Rankings, and continue to be named the nation’s leader for social mobility by U.S. News. In 2023, we also became members of the Association of American Universities, or AAU, comprised of the country’s leading research universities.

At Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø Riverside, we want all of our Highlanders to feel a sense of belonging, motivation, and sustainable progress. That’s why we make sure our staff members receive exceptional benefits, in addition to the intellectual and cultural advantages of being a member of the Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø community. Here, work-life balance is a priority. And with access to our region’s diverse geography, from the desert to the coast, as well as Riverside’s vibrant cultural and recreational activities, it’s also attainable.

On campus, diversity equals vitality. Among our senior leadership, 50% are women, many are first-generation college graduates, and several were born outside of the United States. All lead to inspire, inviting and encouraging staff to create, innovate, and accelerate bold ideas for transformative change.

 

Staff News


Outdoor Âé¶¹¹ÙÍøR event with students around tables, blue tents, and campus building.
Tricks and treats at Staff Assembly gathering
Âé¶¹¹ÙÍøR Staff Assembly brought the Halloween spirit to campus with its “Ghosts, Grinds, and Good Timesâ€� gathering on Oct. 28 outside Hinderaker Hall and its annual weeklong costume contest. Coffee, donuts, crafts, and other treats were offered to employees, many of whom showed up in costume. More than 200 people joined the morning get-together. Check out the Staff Assembly Instagram page for more costume contest entries and the winner to be announced shortly.
Diverse group meditating on yoga mats in a mirrored gym studio.
Employees recharge with inaugural WellFest
About 100 Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø Riverside faculty and staff members took part in exercise, meditation, cooking, and other activities as part of the inaugural WellFest on Oct. 22 at the Student Recreation Center. Sponsored by Human Resources’ Faculty and Staff Wellness Program, the daylong event was intended to provide employees a place to recharge, prioritize their well-being, and engage with holistic health resources across campus, said Hung Wu, faculty and staff wellness coordinator.
Âé¶¹¹ÙÍøR Highlanders scoreboard displaying game stats and live feed in a gymnasium.
SRC scores some major improvements
Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø Riverside’s Student Recreation Center, or SRC, has added a new scoreboard to its arena and a new golf course simulator room. The upgrades are aimed at improving the experience of Highlanders at games and enjoying activities at the SRC, said Michael Eason, associate director for facility operations and special events for the recreation department.
Collage of 21 diverse smiling people's headshots on a blue and gold mountain background.
Âé¶¹¹ÙÍøR welcomes new faculty members
Riverside welcomed 31 new permanent faculty members from a variety of disciplines for the 2026-27 academic year.

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