Spring 2023 Welcome
January 11, 2023
Dear FAS colleagues,
I want to wish you all a happy new year and welcome you back to the start of the spring 2023 semester. I hope you had a restful and enjoyable time with family and friends this holiday season.
Messages From the Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
See Teamwork in action across the FAS Portfolio
My departure from the university and other organizational changes
November 16, 2022
Dear FAS colleagues,
Later today, you will receive a message from President Jay Hartzell announcing my decision to leave the university. Coupled with this message will be the announcement that the Facilities Planning and Management (FPM) team, previously reporting to David Darling, will transition to the Business Strategies and Operations portfolio to be led by Jim Davis in his new role as Vice President for Business Strategies and Operations.
Announcing Justin Pickens as Director of the Budget Office Services
October 31, 2022
Dear FAS colleagues,
I am pleased to announce that Justin Pickens has accepted the role of Budget Director effective 12/1/2022.
Announcing Heather Hanna as Executive Director for Enterprise Business IT Solutions
September 29, 2022
Dear FAS colleagues,
I am pleased to announce that Heather Hanna has been appointed as the Executive Director for Enterprise Business IT Solutions (eBITS) effective October 1, 2022.
New Vice President Role for People and Talent
September 19, 2022
Dear FAS colleagues,
Today, President Jay Hartzell is announcing the creation of a new role, Vice President for People & Talent, who will report to the president and will help the university reimagine our approach to people and talent management. This new leadership role will focus on increasing the university’s competitiveness as an employer and ensure the university becomes a top destination for talent.
Announcing UT Works Project to Replace FAMIS and WORQS
September 12, 2022
Dear FAS colleagues,
I am excited to announce the launch of UT Works, a new project that will allow us to better manage our physical spaces, improve the delivery of mission-critical services, and streamline our workflows across the Financial and Administrative Services (FAS) portfolio. This new project will transform many of our business processes and strengthen our technical tools that will support the university’s future growth.
John McGeady departing as Budget Director
July 29, 2022
Dear FAS colleagues,
Please join me in my well wishes to John McGeady as he departs his position as Budget Director to embark on the next stage in his career. John’s last day with the university will be August 14.
Celebrating Winners of the 2022 FAS Core Values Awards
June 30, 2022
Dear FAS colleagues,
When we launched the FAS Core Values Awards program back in May, it was with the intent of honoring our colleagues who exemplify our FAS Core Values of Diversity, Innovation, Integrity, Service, Stewardship, and Teamwork as we work towards strategic planning for FAS that will inform future awards.
June 30 - You’re Invited to the FAS Employee Appreciation Celebration
June 23, 2022
Dear FAS colleagues,
Please take some time and join me on June 30 to celebrate your contributions and reward yourself by participating in the FAS Employee Appreciation festivities.
FAS Appreciation Event less than 2 weeks away
June 17, 2022
Dear FAS colleagues,
The FAS Appreciation Event is just around the corner, and I’m looking forward to seeing you in person.
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