Compass

Student-to-Staff Support App on its Way

A new opportunity for students to connect with UCSB staff is in development thanks to Kristen Burnett, Associate Director and R&CL Assistant Dean of Students.

She had the idea of creating an app that will help students get quick support and serve as a possible alternative to Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS). Students will be able to see in real-time a friendly face who is available and where. That friendly face can be you!

Spread the word: HDAE is looking for students to join our team!

Transitioning to our “Next Normal” 

As we prepare for students to return to campus while continuing to navigate the pandemic, I want to update you on the latest, as well as applaud the work everyone has accomplished while facing immense challenges that continue to evolve. You have all shown that you can operate with creativity, flexibility and persistence during an extremely challenging time. 

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HDAE COVID Support Team Shows the Campus How Much WE CARE

County Fire Rescue Training at San Rafael & Anacapa Residence Halls

Residential Operations partnered with the Santa Barbara County Fire Department this past April to provide access to unoccupied San Rafael Tower and Anacapa for multiple trainings.

Summer & Fall Planning Updates

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CONGRATULATIONS to Jessie Long in University & Community Housing Services for her recent promotion to Housing Systems Analyst! 

San Joaquin Villages Earns LEED Neighborhood Development GOLD!

With the support of the engineer of record on the San Joaquin Villages (SJV) project (Buro Happold), HDAE completed the LEED for Neighborhood Development (ND) application process and is proud to announce that the community has been awarded a GOLD rating by the US Green Building Council (USGBC). This is a great accomplishment for UCSB and continues to show the commitment to sustainability for the division and campus.

Spring Quarter is off to a good start!

While there are many details still being finalized, I want to share with you some of the highlights of what’s been happening this spring quarter and what we’re working on for this summer.

• On April 15 Residential & Community Living began offering limited in-person programming for students in single-student apartments and family student housing. Residents can now reserve access to volleyball courts, basketball courts, and swimming pools in their respective residential area.