Athletics director transition

Dear Campus Community, Wes Mallette has announced that he will step down as director of intercollegiate athletics, effective August 21, to become deputy athletics director/chief marketing officer at the University of South Carolina. Wes joined UC Riverside in 2018 as chief of staff and senior associate athletics director for external affairs, where...

By S. Jack Hu |

First day, shared purpose

Dear Members of the UCR Community, Today, I begin my service as the 10th Chancellor of the University of California, Riverside. I am honored to join this extraordinary institution, one that is nationally recognized for its academic excellence, research distinction, and transformative impact on students and communities alike. Thank you all for the...

By S. Jack Hu |

Chancellor-designate visits campus

UC Riverside Chancellor-designate S. Jack Hu met with university and student leaders during a brief visit and tour of campus on Thursday, May 29 and Friday, May 30. The quick stop came a day after University of California President Michael V. Drake announced Hu’s selection as UCR’s next chancellor on Wednesday, May 28. A senior vice president for...

By UCR News |