Jan. 10, 2025
Dear Students and Colleagues,
I am reaching out regarding the wildfires that have destroyed several areas in Los Angeles County and that continue to threaten human and animal lives, homes, and livelihoods. Whether directly or indirectly, I know that many members of our campus community are impacted, and I want you to know that you have a community to turn to.
I have asked my leadership team to identify any employees who may be in need of housing assistance because of the fires; I want this message to extend that outreach to students, as well. Please reach out to your supervisor (employees) or submit a (students) if you have been evacuated and need a place to stay. We will use available campus housing to accommodate as many in need as we’re able. Many of our º£½ÇÉçÇøN colleagues and students are impacted, and we are reaching out to that community to offer what support we can, as well.
For more information about the areas affected by the wildfires, please visit the to stay updated.
You may also keep abreast of local conditions for Ventura County by visiting the website, which includes links to other counties currently experiencing fire emergencies, as well as the .
Situations like these can take a significant toll on mental as well as physical well-being. If you or someone you know has been affected, please make good use of the supports that are available to you. These include:
- Counseling & Psychological Services CAPs (students)
- Disaster Relief Funds throughEkho Your Heart program (students and employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (employees)
Now is a good time to make sure your mobile device is SMS/text enabled for and other emails are included to receive timely campus notifications via º£½ÇÉçÇøCI Alert. You may also register for so that you can be reached in the event of an emergency in Ventura County.
As difficult as this start to the new year is, please remember that you are not alone. Your campus community is here to support you.
Sincerely,
Richard Yao, Ph.D.
President