Dear Colleagues, UMBC has decided to participate in the Great Colleges to Work For program, a national survey designed to recognize institutions that have built great workplaces. Regardless...
On Tuesday, the Division of Institutional Equity hosted a panel "On Caring for Community" as part of their series on Critical Social Justice. I had the privilege of participating with several...
Dear Colleagues, Black & Gold Rush returns March 4 – 5! This year’s theme—See Yourself In—is an invitation to all of us to see ourselves in UMBC’s story. For 36 hours, our...
Last week I spoke briefly about the importance of belonging. For many of us, this has been upended by the seemingly constant news of shifting immigration policies and enforcement, shifts that...
Deadlines, instructions, and a preview of upcoming changes
Dear colleagues, The reporting period for the CY 2025 Faculty Annual Report (FAR) is now open. This communication contains essential deadlines, instructions for submission, and a preview of...
A strong sense of belonging is one of the key predictors of student success and employee satisfaction. On the other hand, loneliness (not to be confused with solitude) is linked to a number of...
From the snow- and ice-covered confines at the tippy top of the Administration Building, I send a warm welcome with the first spring 2026 edition of the Provost's Perspective. Despite freezing...
Dear UMBC community, I am pleased to share that we have selected a committee for the national search for a vice provost for enrollment management. My thanks to the following individuals who have...
Dear Faculty, Welcome to the spring semester. I know the semester is beginning under unusual circumstances with the recent inclement weather and campus closures. I appreciate everyone's...
Dear Colleagues, We are writing to address some confusion around the inclement weather closures planned for early next week, and in particular, work and leave guidelines. Monday marks the start...
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