Astrud Reed

UCI Compass Community of Practice Manager 

UC Irvine Community of Practice | UCI Office of Information Technology | Student Data Warehouse 

Office of Data and Information Technology | The Collaboratories at UCI

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Astrud Reed, UCI Compass Community of Practice Manager (OIT/ODIT), is a dynamic professional with a proven track record as a creative strategist, innovative trainer, marketing / data analyst, and thought leader in the academic and technology sectors. With two decades of experience in esteemed R1 universities, Astrud has ascended from administrative department staff roles to influential leadership positions at the campus level. Armed with two degrees specializing in organizational structure and change, Astrud has honed her expertise in understanding the intricate interplay of policies and procedures within large institutions. Her career is distinguished by a relentless commitment to system analysis, where she consistently identifies opportunities for enhanced efficiency, transparency, effectiveness, and sustainability.

At the University of California, Irvine (UCI), Astrud serves as a steadfast advocate for effective data practices, emphasizing practical and user-centric approaches. Her visionary work is dedicated to cultivating a data-aware culture and ensuring the seamless integration of solutions that align with the ever-evolving technological landscape, while simultaneously meeting the diverse needs of faculty, staff, and students. Astrud’s contributions at UCI underscore her thought leadership in empowering and engaging 21st-century communities, making her a valuable asset in driving innovation and excellence within the intersection of technology and academia.

Wafa Afridi

Junior Data Culture and Governance Analyst

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Wafa is a Junior Data Culture & Governance Analyst at the University of California, Irvine’s Office of Information Technology (OIT). She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Informatics with a specialization in Human-Computer Interaction from UC Irvine, blending her expertise in user experience, digital accessibility, and web development to enhance IT operations and workflows.

Wafa leads efforts in managing and updating OIT websites and SharePoint platforms, ensuring they are well-maintained, accessible, and aligned with organizational goals. She is also responsible for supporting student data governance initiatives such as managing student health data requests, ensuring they are processed efficiently and in alignment with governance standards. She also focuses on IT process improvements, developing standardized documentation for future data warehouses and leading accessibility initiatives to enhance OIT WordPress websites, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards. Outside of work, Wafa enjoys staying active, exploring new restaurants, and playing tennis.

Eufemia Palomino

Programmer Analyst

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Eufemia is an experienced data professional specializing in business intelligence for the Data & Information Management division of the Office of Information Technology at the University of California, Irvine. With a strong background in data querying and reporting, Eufemia helps faculty and staff leverage BI Tools, such as IBM Cognos and Tableau, to extract meaningful insights from curated data sources. Eufemia has developed training programs to empower UCI staff with practical analytics skills in offices such as Office of Research, Accounting, Purchasing, Budget, and Student Data. She is dedicated to fostering a data-literate campus community and streamlining institutional reporting processes. Passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), Eufemia actively volunteers to bring awareness to these issues within OIT.   

Chloe Chan

Strategic Innovations and Data Intern

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Chloe is a third year Business Information Management student and Strategic Innovations and Data Intern under the Compass Community of Practice. She is responsible for system analyzing the MAPSS and DataGPS program, web designing, and developing platforms and presentations while also contributing to project management efforts, branding and backend operations.  

She is also an intern for the Chief Executive Roundtable where she engages with UCI alumni, senior administrative leaders, trustees, and the top performing companies of Orange County, discussing key university and business issues as well as cultivating strategic business connections. Besides her work commitments, Chloe is also involved in the Paul Merage Business and Donald Bren Information and Computer Science communities through MAISS, Management Information Student Society, as the Vice President of Marketing. In her free time, she enjoys exploring the SoCal area for good eats and spending time with her friends and family.