Empowering excellence through our culture of care

The buzz of students returning at the beginning of the fall semester never fails to bring excitement. Sure, we all know the traffic can become a bit overwhelming, but let’s not dwell on that. Who can resist the energy of a new school year and the promise it holds for a fresh start? I realize this might sound a tad idealistic, and that’s okay—it’s a sentiment I fully embrace.

In recent months, our team in UFHR has been engaged in conversations about how we can align this vibrant energy with a renewed sense of purpose and clarity of vision that prioritizes a culture centered on care, opportunity and excellence. Our commitment lies in fostering an environment that nurtures your success and well-being by providing access to resources, opportunities for growth, and administrative strategies to ensure both you and your department flourish.

Our endeavors encompass various approaches, including:

• Cultivating a positive work environment through programs and policies designed to foster a culture of care, ensuring employees feel valued, supported and engaged.
• Optimizing the overall structure and efficiency of our systems to bolster performance and productivity, while gathering and analyzing data to continually refine our efforts.
• Utilizing a targeted approach to attract top talent to elevate our competitive edge and drive innovation.
• Promoting a robust organizational foundation through programs and initiatives that empower individuals to lead and manage others effectively.

You can find more specific areas of focus on our website, and I hope you will feel comfortable reaching out to us at humanresources@ad.ufl.edu.

Wishing you a wonderful fall semester and Go Gators!

Melissa Curry
Interim Vice President, UFHR