Christine Victorino
Associate Chancellor
(951) 827-5201
christine.victorino@ucr.edu
As chief of staff in the Office of the Chancellor, serves as principal advisor to university leadership and plays a key role in developing and executing UC Riverside’s strategic vision and goals, as well as managing initiatives and liaising with campus leaders, the UC Office of the President and the Board of Regents.
Deanna Wheeler
Executive Assistant to the Chancellor
(951) 827-5201
deanna.wheeler@ucr.edu
Responsible for scheduling all meetings, functions, and public appearances. Coordinates on campus and off campus speeches and briefing materials. Manages Chancellor’s special invitations, special projects and outgoing correspondence. Staffs the Chancellor for special events and coordinates all aspects of Chancellor’s travel and special appearances.
Jorge Ruelas
Executive Assistant
(951) 827-5201
jorge.ruelas@ucr.edu
Provides executive-level administrative support for the Associate Chancellor and Office of the Chancellor. Responds to inquiries from a wide range of internal and external constituents. Administers travel planning, event logistics, and financial transactions for the office.
Beth Claassen Thrush
Director of Strategic Initiatives and Special Projects
(951) 827-1122
elizabeth.thrush@ucr.edu
Responsible for a range of projects for the Chancellor and Provost, including campus-wide initiatives, committees, and task forces; strategic planning and analysis; and leadership reviews. Coordinates internal and external stakeholder engagement, and organizes official campus visits.
Sheree Winslow
Senior Executive Communications Manager
(951) 827-2641
sheree.winslow@ucr.edu
Provides comprehensive communications resources for the Office of the Chancellor, including copywriting, editing, message development, research, and correspondence.
Jill Barber
Events Manager
(951) 827-4654
jill.barber@ucr.edu
Provides event planning support and implementation for events hosted by the Office of the Chancellor.