June 5, 2024

DFA Colleagues,

I hope you have been enjoying this beautiful Willamette Valley spring as much as I have. With so many Division of Finance and Administration employees preparing for the end of the fiscal year and getting the beautiful Corvallis campus ready for commencement, it was great to see about 300 of you at the recent DFA Spring Awards meeting. There, President Murthy shared her inspiring vision about what we can achieve together when we dare to set ambitious goals, whether in the workplace or in our personal lives. And, we gave out eight awards that recognize DFA employees who have gone above and beyond expectations to achieve excellent outcomes—you can find more details in the news below. The division’s senior leaders and I recognize that these awards reflect only a small percentage of the amazing work being done across the DFA, so a big thank you goes to all of you.

I also want to thank you for being incredible colleagues during my ten years with Oregon State University, as I recently announced my retirement from OSU to spend more time with my family and pursue other interests. I will never forget the things that I’ve learned and the ways that I have grown as a person and a leader because of the learning culture of this place and the insights and relationships that many of you have shared with me. We will have a chance to say goodbye over the summer months as I transition oversight of the division to the incoming vice president (a national recruitment is now underway by the President’s Office). I’m deeply appreciative of my time with you at this amazing organization.

So, it’s exciting to be involved with the initial implementation of OSU’s Prosperity Widely Shared plan. After seeking feedback from university leaders about how the DFA can best support them in achieving PWS goals, DFA senior leaders and I identified three focus areas that our teams need to incorporate in fiscal year 2025:

  • Optimize stakeholder success while improving DFA systems and services
  • Embrace and implement change management practices for the division and OSU community
  • Better support colleges and units in their financial and workforce planning

These three areas of focus are enhancements to the DFA’s four main strategic priorities, which have not changed. The DFA Framework for Success Champions will be talking with unit teams over the summer about how these three areas of focus can be incorporated into our projects and performance metrics in FY25 and beyond. At the same time, the division’s DEIB Advancement Committee is continuing efforts to enhance DFA employees’ workplace experience by implementing recently-approved recommendations in FY25.

As we coordinate and collaborate across the university, the Division of Finance and Administration team must be bold, innovative and resourceful. I look forward to continuing the journey this summer with all of you.

Sincerely,
Michael J. Green
Vice President for Finance & Administration / Chief Financial Officer


Division Employees Recognized for Excellent Performance
Division Employees Recognized for Excellent Performance
Kudos Corner! Highlighting stories of DFA Employee Excellence. Congratulate our colleagues with a DFA Hurray! 2024 DFA Award Winners.
DFA Teams Advance Diversity and Inclusion Inside and Outside OSU
DFA Teams Advance Diversity and Inclusion Inside and Outside OSU
DEIB Advancement Committee emphasizes employee belonging. PCMM's statewide outreach promotes supplier diversity. Project delivery team advances gender equity in construction.
Division's F4S Program Provides Insights with Metrics
Division's F4S Program Provides Insights with Metrics
F4S Champions Teams help DFA units understand and analyze metrics to improve operations.
What—and Why—is the EPPMO?
What—and Why—is the EPPMO?
The Enterprise Project Portfolio Management Office (EPPMO) was established to manage complex university-wide projects to successful completion.
Updates on EPPMO projects
Updates on EPPMO projects
EPPMO contributes to the implementation of AMP projects. Learn about University Processes and Systems Projects. EPPMO helps with academic and student-related projects.
DFA Programs Focus on Sustainability for Students and Employees
DFA Programs Focus on Sustainability for Students and Employees
DFA units engage with OSU community during Beyond Earth Day events. Tips for bringing your bike to campus. Eco-reps promote sustainability in resource halls. Campus recycling helps with composting demands and so much more!
Surplus Property Enhances Community Through Sales and Donations
Surplus Property Enhances Community Through Sales and Donations
Surplus Property hosts big sales for OSU Athletics and ALI. Local gleaners benefit from technology donations by Surplus Property. Surplus Team hosts 23rd annual USPA Conference.
DFA Units Refine Business Operations for Greater Effectiveness
DFA Units Refine Business Operations for Greater Effectiveness
International Travel Risk Committee updates traveler policy and website. Payroll takes on new responsibilities. CEOAS FFS team contributes to ocean research. Construction Industry Forum draws record attendance. DFA IT supports transition to a Microsoft First networking environment. Hertz added to state vehicle rental contract.
UHR Enhances Support Services Across OSU
UHR Enhances Support Services Across OSU
Employee and Labor Relations team engages in negotiations. UHR launches new Volunteer Management System. Learning and Development Team sees record-breaking enrollment.
Facilities Services keeps Corvallis Beautiful and Functional
Facilities Services keeps Corvallis Beautiful and Functional
Facilities Services performed emergency fan repair at ALS. Landscape Shop celebrates Arbor Day with tree planting. Space Manager and Design students present proposals for Benton County Courthouse.
DFA Emerging Leaders Program Equips Staff With New Skills
DFA Emerging Leaders Program Equips Staff With New Skills
As the DFA Emerging Leaders Program wraps up a second year of supporting new and aspiring leaders within DFA.
Get in the Know! Upcoming Events and Meetings
Get in the Know! Upcoming Events and Meetings
Get out there! Consider attending one of the upcoming DFA events, trainings or networking opportunities.

Questions or suggestions?

Contact the VPFA Office for information, assistance, requests for signature on documents and to make an appointment with Mike.

DFA supports OSU every dam day!
Last Updated: 
05/16/2024