Service Milestones

This page, titled "A Message from our Chancellor," features a formal letter from Dennis Assanis. To the right of the text, a vertical film strip contains five vintage black-and-white photos, including staff shaking hands, a "U.C.S.B. Parking Services" truck, and employees working in a kitchen.

Full Message:

"Your outstanding contributions to all facets of our campus community are an essential part of what makes our university among the very best in the nation. You bring expert knowledge, you are the heart of our culture of kindness and inclusiveness, you enhance the beauty of our incredible environment.

 

During the time that Eleni and I have been at UCSB, we have had the opportunity to meet many of you and see first-hand the impact that you make. When I highlight the strengths of our campus, I am proud to include you, our extraordinary staff colleagues.

 

Congratulations on your UC Santa Barbara service milestones.

 

Dennis Assanis Chancellor"

A celebratory layout for "Celebrating 50 Years" with the year "1976" printed vertically in large blue numbers with gold drop shadows. The page is a nostalgic collage of black-and-white 1970s campus life:

• A large photo of a woman in a cardigan and shorts sitting in a library aisle, reading a magazine near a "Linguistic Institute" poster.

• A portrait of a smiling man with a wide-collared shirt and an afro.

• Three women smiling closely together for a portrait.

• Four men huddled around a foosball table in a common room.

• An action shot of a Gaucho basketball player (number 23) jumping for a basket in a crowded gym.

• A group of students sitting in a circle on the grass during a sunny day.

A congratulatory page featuring a message from David Marshall. At the top center, a piece of digital "notebook paper" is taped down with the word "Congratulations!" in an elegant cursive script. A vertical film strip on the left and a horizontal one at the bottom frame the text with archival photos of staff in 1980s-era offices and group settings.

Full Message:

"I am delighted to congratulate our staff on achieving these important service milestones. UC Santa Barbara would not be a great public research university without the dedication, expertise, and diligent work of our staff. The collective decades of experience represented by these milestones and service awards have made our campus what it is today. We are grateful for the invaluable contributions of our staff colleagues.

 

David Marshall Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost"

Titled "Celebrating 40 Years," this page features the year "1986" (designed here as 1991) vertically on the left. The collage transitions into more color photography:

• A wide shot of a bustling, sun-drenched Campbell Hall plaza filled with students and a colorful kiosk.

• A group portrait of eight staff members in an office setting.

• An overhead shot of an outdoor "Information Fair" with long tables covered in flyers and colorful balloons.

• A grainy action shot of a basketball player in a blue and orange uniform.

• A panoramic view of the rugged Santa Barbara coastline and bluffs overlooking the ocean.

This page contains two separate messages of appreciation, accented by a digital scrap of paper at the top right that says "Proud of you!" in cursive. A film strip of historical photos runs along the bottom edge.

Message from Michael Miller:

"As someone who has been a staff member and administrator on the UC Santa Barbara campus for more than 20 years, I have had a front row seat to witness the incredible, life changing work that is done by our staff each and every day. I am so proud to represent the dedicated staff of the Division of Student Affairs and I celebrate your Staff Service Award right alongside of you. Thank you for all you do for uc Santa Barbara students and the campus community as a whole!

 

Michael Miller Interim Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs"

Message from Garry Mac Pherson:

"Today, we celebrate the metric of "Years of Service". These awards are given to those employees who have worked for the University of California from 5 years to 50 years of service As stewards of our fine institution, longevity is a valued attribute and one that we celebrate. I want to thank all of our recipients, their colleagues o families, for your contributions, and to elevate them so all can recognize their dedication and service.

 

Garry Mac Pherson Vice Chancellor for Administrative Services"

Titled "Celebrating 30 Years," with the year "1996" displayed vertically. The collage highlights the late 90s:

• A color photo of a student browsing a jewelry and craft table in front of Storke Tower.

• A group of five men in tan work shirts posing in front of a "Sales and Supply" door.

• A group of grounds or maintenance staff sitting and standing around a utility vehicle.

• A black-and-white photo of female athletes competing in a hurdles race.

• A warm, golden-hour silhouette of a rowing team on the water at sunrise or sunset.

This page features a message of gratitude from John Longbrake. A horizontal film strip of archival black-and-white photos runs across the top, including a man reading a newspaper, a medical screening, a massive sea of bicycles on campus, and a group of smiling staff members. At the bottom right, a piece of digital notebook paper is taped down with "Thank you!" written in blue cursive.

Full Message:

"UC Santa Barbara owes its status as a world-class institution to the dedication, expertise, and hard work of our staff colleagues. I am sincerely grateful to the award recipients as well as all our colleagues for the invaluable contributions you make to the campus community every day.

From supporting our students to enabling research and maintaining the complex infrastructure that keeps our university running, your work is the foundation of our success. Through resilience, innovation, and commitment to the Gaucho community, you make UC Santa Barbara more than just a workplace, you make it a thriving environment for discovery and opportunity. Thank you.

John Longbrake Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement"

Titled "Celebrating 25 Years," with the year "2001" displayed vertically in large blue and gold numbers. The collage captures the turn of the millennium:

• A large, slightly grainy photo of Storke Tower rising above the base plaza, where a rock band is performing on an outdoor stage.

• A black-and-white group portrait of about 20 staff members standing outdoors.

• A candid shot of a woman pinning a lapel pin onto a man’s suit jacket during a formal event.

• A vertical photo of a crowd with their arms raised in excitement, likely at a sporting event.

• A color photo of several students riding bicycles along a paved campus path on a sunny day.

Titled "Celebrating 20 Years," with the year "2006" vertically on the left. The collage highlights campus growth and student life:
A large photo showing the construction of a new campus building, with a group of people in the foreground looking at the multi-story concrete and scaffolding.

• A group portrait of over 20 diverse staff members posed in front of a building.

• A close-up of a female water polo player in the pool, wearing a blue cap and holding a yellow ball.

• A vertical shot of people looking at an art exhibit in a gallery with red walls.

• A wide, silhouetted shot of a rowing crew on the water at dusk.

This page contains two separate messages of appreciation. It is framed by the same archival film strip at the top as page 7 and features a "Thank you!" note taped to the bottom right.

Message from Jim Corkill:

"A huge congratulations for reaching this incredible milestone! At UCSB, we often talk about the 'student experience' or 'faculty research,' but none of it happens without the tireless work of administrators like you. You serve as the bridge between all corners of our campus, solving problems before they even arise and always putting our community first. We are lucky to have your expertise, your kindness, and your steady hand guiding us forward. Cheers to many more years!

 

Jim Corkill Associate Vice Chancellor of Business and Financial Services and Controller"

Message from Kelly Barsky:

"Being a part of our UC Santa Barbara community is truly a privilege and it's because of the people - the students, staff, faculty and community that make it extraordinary! I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to You, for your dedication to UC Santa Barbara and service to all Gauchos. Congratulations on your staff service award! Your service and impact are truly appreciated and recognized. I would like to extend an extra special thank you, and again Congratulations! Go Gauchos!

 

Kelly Barsky The Arnhold Director of Athletics"

Titled "Celebrating 15 Years," with the year "2011" vertically on the left. The collage includes:

• A large action shot of a Gaucho basketball player in a white jersey driving past an opponent in a purple jersey.

• A group of staff members, some wearing face masks, standing outside a building with their fists raised in a "power" salute.

• A close-up of a young man and woman with long hair, the man holding a guitar, during an outdoor performance.

• A vertical photo of a man wearing a red helmet standing with his bicycle on a campus path.

• A wide, elevated view of a massive crowd gathered on a lawn near the lagoon for a major campus event or concert.

A congratulatory page featuring messages from Renée E. Bahl and Chris Pizzinat. A vertical film strip on the left shows staff members using early computers and working in technical control rooms. A digital note at the top reads "Congratulations!"

Message from Renée E. Bahl:

"Congratulations to all employees celebrating service milestones this year, and thank you for your continued dedication. Your commitment and contributions are essential to supporting our campus and advancing the university’s mission. We are grateful for the impact you make every day and I am proud to be your team member.

 

Renée E. Bahl Associate Vice Chancellor, Design, Facilities & Safety Services"

Message from Chris Pizzinat:

"As we celebrate your service milestones this year, I want to share our profound gratitude and appreciation. Our staff are the bedrock that allows this university to function, and to do so with grace, dignity and selflessness. You provide that margin of excellence that allows us to prosper, thrive, and grow, providing life-changing enrichment for our campus.

UC Santa Barbara’s alchemy of excellence has always been its community of people. The unique culture of collaboration and longtime dedication makes us without peers in the UC system. Thank you for being part of this journey.

 

Chris Pizzinat Associate Vice Chancellor, Development"

Titled "Celebrating 10 Years," with the year "2016" vertically on the left. This collage features high-quality color photography:

• A large, bright photo of Storke Tower against a clear blue sky, with people relaxing on the lawn in its shadow.

• A group of ten staff members standing in a line holding service award certificates.

• A joyous shot of a man in a blue floral Hawaiian shirt and a white apron, laughing while serving food.

• A vertical shot of a man in a suit handing items to a student carrying a skateboard.

• A group portrait of six staff members from a campus dining or service team smiling together.

Titled "Celebrating 5 Years," featuring the year "2021" vertically. This page captures the unique atmosphere of the early 2020s:

• A large, hazy photo of a deserted campus path near the lagoon, with three people walking in the distance wearing face masks.

• A Zoom grid showing over 20 participants in a virtual meeting.

• A vibrant color photo of the Men’s Soccer team celebrating a victory on the field.

• A close-up of a person using a sewing machine to create fabric face masks, with a blue pincushion and scissors nearby.

• A wide shot of a "Staff Celebration" lunch held outdoors under large white event tents with blue tablecloths.

The final message page features a horizontal film strip at the top and a small "Post-it" style note at the bottom right that says "Grateful for your service!"

Full Message:

"This year we honor a truly remarkable group of service milestone recipients. Reaching these benchmarks, whether they represent five years or fifty, is a testament to more than just time spent on a campus; it is a reflection of the loyalty and deep-rooted dedication you bring to our community every single day.

 

Our shared academic mission is a collective endeavor, and your work supports the essential framework that allows our faculty and students to flourish. Your commitment ensures that our institutional values are translated into action, fostering a campus culture where every member of the Gaucho family can reach their highest potential.

 

You have witnessed the evolution of this institution and, through your hard work, have actively shaped its future. Thank you for your years of tireless service, your resilience, and your passion for excellence. We are incredibly proud to work alongside you as partners in our mission, and we look forward to the many ways you will continue to inspire us in the years to come.

 

Ann-Marie Musto Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief Human Resources Officer"

The back cover is titled "UC SANTA BARBARA Human Resources" in a mix of bold navy and slate-blue serif fonts. Two rows of film strips show more archival photos, including "Baba's Falafels" storefront and a "Chancellor's Office Annex" sign.

Text Content:

"Honoring Service Milestones is a collaborative effort led Human Resources, Administrative and Residential Information Technology, and others across campus.

 

Thank you Ann-Marie Musto for your leadership and Kelly Wood for your coordination, to the ARIT Team for making it happen: Masha Aksenova, Eric Johnstone, Amber Laningham, Ben Price, Denise Saludares, Gary Scott, and also to Data Services and Jeff Liang.

 

Human Resources 3101 Student Affairs and Administrative Services Building (SAASB) Santa Barbara, CA 93106-3160

 

Photography: Matt Perko, UC Santa Barbara Campus Photographers, and from La Cumbre Archives Design: Kaitlin Andrade