From the Desk of Willie Brown
The HDAE Budget Breakdown
The HDAE Budget Breakdown
The San Nicolas Stairwell Project
The Mural Takes a Road Trip to Northern California
As the San Joaquin Villages Apartment project was in the final stages the HDAE Marketing Team (MarCom) was asked to provide wall graphics for three recreation rooms and three study rooms. The only request was that the recreation rooms be themed in a ‘Gaucho’ athletics look/feel so we partnered with the campus athletics design group and finished those with large image wallpaper and graphic standoffs. The study rooms were open to our interpretation.
Micro-articles about Our Staff & Communities
COVID-19 Update: Fall Planning
We are continuing to prepare for a return to in-person operations. One process that will look very different this year is our annual fall move-in. HDAE staff members have been evaluating how to safely start the fall quarter with guidance from local and state health officials, and campus leadership. Move-in will be a touchless and self-service process that will be staggered over seven days in order to maintain physical distancing and decrease congestion.
Micro-articles about Our Staff & Communities
Spotted! A California long-tailed weasel enjoying more room to roam in a quiet San Nicolas Residence Hall patio. Photo credit: Fern Lightfoot
Staying Active in Isolation
Staying active and prioritizing physical activity can be challenging during isolation. Gyms are no longer operating and working out with an exercise buddy is not as feasible while practicing social distancing. However, thanks to Billy Jankowski’s MovementMAYnia, UCSB staff and students had the chance to participate and track their physical activity throughout the month of May.
Connecting with Students Online
UCSB’s faculty in residence, or FiR, weren’t going to let the pandemic prevent them from meeting with students.
COVID-19 Update: Fall Planning
The outbreak of COVID-19 across the globe has created unprecedented challenges to our campus. We continue to monitor the evolving situation, adjust accordingly, and prepare for in-person operations.
Your Journey through the Latest News and Events from HDAE
Welcome to The Compass, Housing, Dining & Auxiliary Enterprises newsletter. From the latest HDAE news and events, to innovative programs enhancing the student experience, we cover it all. For questions, or to submit article ideas, contact us at compass@housing.ucsb.edu.