External and Business Affairs Mission/ Objectives

External and Business Affairs Overall Mission

Raising financial support for UCSD's research, teaching, and patient care, while delivering superior service to our stakeholders in a responsive and cost-effective manner

Objectives

  • Within limited resources, maintain the most critical support services and that will sustain the excellence of UC San Diego's academic and clinical programs
  • Research, identify, cultivate, and secure support and financial investments in UC San Diego
  • Simplify procedures and reduce workload for academic and clinical departments
  • Provide our customers with intuitive and flexible tools so they can be successful
  • Engage alumni, parents, friends, and other stakeholders in meaningful interactions that foster pride, advocacy, and private support for UC San Diego
  • Reduce cycle time and improve the performance of our essential support services to students, faculty, and staff
  • Enhance UCSD's system of controls so we maintain the public trust of our stewardship of campus and donor resources
  • Disseminate, promote, and put into action UCSD's Principles of Community
  • Enhance methods of communicating with our key stakeholders
  • Create a work environment for our staff that promotes their development, encourages their creativity, and provides them with the skills to be successful
  • In the area of technology, provide advanced tools and applications that will provide outstanding services for students, faculty, and staff

Please feel free to contact me at srelyea@ucsd.edu regarding your comments and suggestions.

Steven W. Relyea
Vice Chancellor –
External and Business Affairs