Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Maria Novelero, MA, MPA, is driven by a belief that people do their best work when they feel supported, trusted, and empowered to grow. By improving systems, removing barriers, and fostering collaboration, she has helped create an environment where the UCSF community can thrive and lead into the future.

Maria is a recipient of the 2026 Chancellor Award for Exceptional University Management. The UCSF Chancellor Distinguished Service Awards celebrate the outstanding service of faculty, staff, and learners to the university and the UCSF community in fulfillment of our mission of advancing health worldwide.

See the rest of the 2026 Chancellor Distinguished Service Awards winners here:
https://www.ucsf.edu/2026-chancellor-distinguished-service-awards

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