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Construction and Parking
A map of alternate pedestrian paths from Parking Structure #3 to campus during E. California Blvd. crosswalk closure.
Pedestrian Access
- From Monday, May 18, to Friday, May 22, the crosswalk on East California Boulevard, between the tennis courts and the Ginsburg project site, will be closed to accommodate sidewalk demolition and replacement. The pedestrian travel path from Parking Structure #3 to the south side of campus will be rerouted to crosswalks on South Wilson Avenue and Arden Road. See the image above for a map of the alternate paths.
Parking and Traffic
- From Monday, June 1, to Thursday, June 4, East California Boulevard between South Hill Avenue and Arden Road will undergo crosswalk and bike lane re-striping during evening hours (4:30 PM – 7:00 AM). During this time, the left turn from California Boulevard onto South Campus Drive will not be available. Drivers heading to the childcare and athletic area should travel eastbound on California Boulevard and turn right to enter.
- In mid- to late-May, Wilson Avenue will undergo re-striping. Exact dates are to be determined and will be shared when available. During this time, traffic in the area will be redirected and parking along Wilson Avenue will be limited. Please plan accordingly.
Construction Impacts
- Ginsburg Center: Construction of the main building is ongoing and progressing as scheduled.
- South Gate Plaza: Construction activity in the area has increased and will continue into May.
- Downs-Lauritsen Lab: The installation of glass on the bridge connecting Downs-Lauritsen with the Ginsburg Center has been completed.
- Frank J. Malina Laboratory for High-Speed Flight Dynamics: Construction on the south side of the Guggenheim Laboratory is ongoing.
Community Member Milestones
- Marking a new chapter:
Diana Jergovic
On May 15, Diana will be stepping down as Caltech's vice president for strategy and implementation after 12 years of dedicated service. During her tenure, she contributed to Caltech's long-term vision and vitality, served as an advocate for the Institute's integrated research and education mission, and was a dedicated steward of the organization's people and resources.
- Welcome to Caltech:
Justin Jacques
In April, Justin joined Caltech as an employee assistance counselor at the Staff and Faculty Consultation Center. He will provide counseling, consultation, and program development for employees and their families, while partnering with managers and departments to strengthen communication, resilience, and workplace health. Prior to Caltech, Justin most recently served in a senior clinical role at Johns Hopkins University.
- Celebrating a remarkable career:
Divina Bautista
Divina is a nurse practitioner at the Student Wellness Services office. On May 8, she will be retiring after 31 years of dedicated service to the Caltech community. Community members across campus thank her for her steady presence, warmth, and kindness during her time here.
- Welcome to Caltech:
Heather Small
On April 27, Heather joined Caltech as the director of maintenance and operations within Facilities. She will manage the shop and trades and play a key role in customer service, working on initiatives to set and meet expectations with clients and partners. Prior to Caltech, Heather worked at Millennium Space Systems and Terran Orbital Corporation.
- Celebrating a recognition:
Maria Manzanares
Maria, associate director of Student-Faculty Programs, has earned her Ed.D. from Azusa Pacific University. Her research examines how historically underrepresented students construct meaning and belonging within STEM environments. Since joining the SFP office in 2016, Maria has spent nearly a decade supporting undergraduate and graduate research opportunities — including WAVE Fellows, SURF, Amgen Scholars, and JPL programs and advancing equity-focused initiatives for historically excluded students.
- Celebrating a promotion:
Colin Cumming
In March, Colin joined the Division of Engineering and Applied Science as director of development, where he'll focus on securing major gifts and deepening relationships with alumni and friends of the Division. He has been part of the Caltech Advancement team since 2023 and brings more than 10 years of development experience, including roles at Georgia Tech and the American Institute of Chemical Engineers.
Resources
Didn’t bring lunch today? Check out what you can get on campus through the dining menus for Browne Dining Hall, Red Door Marketplace, Broad Cafe, and Avery Kitchen.
Update your contact information and download the emergency communications app, Everbridge, to receive necessary information in the event of an emergency on campus.
The SFCC’s experienced mental health professionals offer staff and faculty up to five confidential consultation sessions to assess needs and discuss next steps.
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