UCR staff at the Staff Picnic at the HUB

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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 UC 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 UC 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.

Find your future at UCR.

 

Staff News


Group of young people by large UCR sign, belltower in background.
UCR receives funding for program assisting Inland high school students
UC Riverside has been awarded a $350,000 annual grant from the U.S. Department of Education that will continue funding for a program that prepares about 700 San Bernardino high school students for higher education. The award was provided through the department’s fiscal year 2026 Talent Search grant competition. Talent Search is one of the Federal TRIO Programs, a group of college-access and student-success initiatives serving students from low-income families and students who would be the first in their families to earn a four-year college degree.
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Latino Physician Consortium panel discussion
UC Riverside hosts 2nd annual Latino Physician Consortium
UC Riverside hosted on Oct. 2 the second annual gathering of the UC Latino Physician Consortium, or UCLPC. UCLPC is a network of UC medical schools and health systems that seeks to advance Latino health equity, and support medical education and professional development for Latino medical professionals and students. Hosted in the UC Riverside School of Medicine Education Building, the event featured workshops, panel talks, and roundtable discussions.
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Students in front of UTLF
Back to class
UC Riverside welcomed new and returning students and kicked off the fall quarter with a variety of Welcome Week activities. About 10,000 students moved into campus housing starting on Sept. 19, with the first day of instruction on Sept. 24. Campus departments and groups hosted a series of fun and informative events during Welcome Week to help students discover new resources and explore the campus.
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burgers and fries at the Barn
Fall dining preview: free delivery from the Barn, a remodeled dining hall, and more
UC Riverside students and employees have several new dining options to choose from this fall, including free delivery from the Barn and a remodeled dining hall. Other programs launching soon include acai bowls at Scoops, a smart store at the Student Success Center, and the return of the Barn’s fall concert series.
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