[Microplantpath_faculty] Administrative updates

[Dominica Albitre]

Good afternoon All,

Over the past two weeks, we have experienced several administrative changes
within the unit. Michael Vallejo has accepted a permanent opportunity
elsewhere on campus. As a result, please update the following roles in
Oracle and Concur:

   - *Oracle Receiver:* Joey Viramontes
   - *Concur Approver:* Patricia Alvarez (*effective November 4, 2026*)

As we approach the upcoming holidays, please plan accordingly:

   - *Veterans Day:* November 11, 2026
   - *Thanksgiving Holiday:* November 26-27, 2026

If you anticipate submitting proposals during these periods, please
coordinate with your Contracts & Grants analyst well in advance to allow
sufficient time for processing and review.

We are also pleased to announce that *Patricia Alvarez* has joined our team
as the new *Procurement Supervisor*. Patricia brings more than seven years
of procurement experience, along with extensive knowledge of operational
support and financial processes.

For the past four years, she has served with the Department of Statistics,
where she managed a broad range of procurement activities, coordinated
departmental events, and oversaw Concur processing and review. Her
experience and proven track record will be a tremendous asset as we
continue supporting the growing needs of our unit. We are excited to
welcome Patricia and look forward to the expertise and leadership she will
bring to the role.  *Welcome, Patricia!*

Additionally, *Morgen Redd* was recently promoted to *RA2* after serving
with the unit for more than a year as an RA1. Throughout the summer, Morgen
completed extensive training in both pre-award and post-award management,
further strengthening his expertise and preparing him for increased
responsibilities.

With numerous projects underway and several process improvement initiatives
in progress, Morgen is enthusiastic about this next step in his career. His
dedication, adaptability, and expanding knowledge base position him well to
support the unit's continued success. *Congratulations, Morgen!*

Attached is an updated PI assignment listing. While the *RA1 position is
currently vacant*, our Finance Team remains available to provide support.
Please continue processing transactions as usual. If you anticipate
submitting a proposal, please complete the Kuali questionnaire or email the
BMP Analysts with any questions. Mariam will assign requests to available
staff to ensure timely assistance. We are actively working to initiate
recruitment for the vacant RA1 position.

As our administrative team continues to grow and evolve, we encourage open
communication and welcome any questions or concerns. We remain committed to
strengthening collaboration among Administration, Faculty, and Researchers,
and we appreciate your continued partnership and support during this period
of transition.

Thank you,

*Dominica Albitre*
*Financial Administrative Officer*
*UC Riverside | BMP Administrative Unit <https://bmpn.ucr.edu/>*
900 University Ave, Riverside, California 92521 | 1491 Boyce Hall
dalbitre at ucr.edu | 951-827-6256
*Director of Involvement & Recognition*,* Staff Assembly
<https://staffassembly.ucr.edu/> 2026-2027*
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