Sia Mohsenzadegan | 21 years of service
Mohsenzadegan, the longtime resident district manager for Bon Appétit at Pacific, retired in December after a distinguished 33-year career, including 21 years serving the Stockton and Sacramento campuses.
Over his tenure, Mohsenzadegan oversaw the service of more than 43.8 million meals and helped build partnerships that enriched student experiences and strengthened community ties.
Widely admired for his humility, dedication and deep connection to the Pacific community, he played a key role in transforming campus dining by expanding food options and listening to the needs of a diverse student body, redesigning menus to offer students food that “tastes like home.”
Under his leadership, Pacific earned global recognition for its sustainable food practices, ranking among the top 10 in 2021 and 2022.
While Mohsenzadegan is not an official Pacific employee, the Order of Pacific committee recognized the unique role he played in cultivating community and care at Pacific warranted an exception.
President Christopher Callahan called him “the truest of Pacific Tigers,” underscoring his lasting impact on campus life.
“Sia’s tenure at the university has been defined by his unparalleled commitment to excellence and service. He has consistently gone above and beyond to support students, faculty, and staff, fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that embodies the core values of the university,” said Vice President for Student Life Maria Blandizzi, in her nomination letter.
“His ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds and inspire a sense of belonging is truly extraordinary. Many of our students and alumni attribute their personal and academic success to his mentorship and guidance. Sia has left a lasting impact on thousands of students.”