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.
I’d like to start this issue with my sincere gratitude. The outpouring of support following the loss of our colleague and friend Jesus Beltran has been deeply moving. The memorial BBQ hosted at DLS was a great success, and I’m proud of how we came together to honor his memory, serving over 370 meals and raising more than $7,600 for his family. Whether you attended the BBQ, donated, or honored his memory in your own way, your care made all the difference.
Starting in the fall, Portola Dining Commons renewed its partnership with Isla Vista Elementary School, bringing back an important tradition that had been paused due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Before the pandemic, IV Elementary students regularly visited Portola as part of a special program designed to foster community connections and give students a unique dining experience. This year, Principal Reyes brought back the tradition, inviting small groups of sixth-grade students to join her for lunch at Portola once a month.
Read moreCampus Dining Welcomes IV Elementary Back to Portola
Annalise Almada, Financial Coordinator
Ricardo Barron Jimenez, Groundskeeper
Audrey Benelisha, Front House Personnel Supervisor
Jorge Cabrera, Irrigation Specialist
Virginia Guerrero, Salad Bar Coordinator
Andrea Guerrero, Baker
Francisco Macias, Cook
Jovanni Negorreta, Sr. Cook
Find the latest information from HDAE Wellness here.
In the first issue of The Compass
During the holiday season, the Materiel & Logistics team, part of Distribution and Logistical Services and led by Brad Gray, demonstrated how operational efficiency and teamwork can make a profound impact outside their day-to-day work in Residential Operations.
Noor Akil, Catering Supervisor
David Alvarado, Sr. Parking Representative
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Learn more about these events here.
Happy Holidays!
As the year draws to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on the many accomplishments we’ve achieved together in 2024. This has been a year filled with challenges, growth, and incredible teamwork, and I am truly inspired by all that we’ve accomplished as Housing, Dining & Auxiliary Enterprises.
It’s that time again - time to hear from you about what is working well in our organization and where we can improve.
After ten years of successful partnership, we will work with McLean & Company to launch our 2025 Employee Engagement Survey. McLean, an independent human resources research firm, is able to ensure that all responses remain anonymous, creating a unique opportunity to provide candid feedback on the health of our organization.