Big News from UMBC Procurement!

We are beyond excited to unveil the very first edition of our brand-new newsletter: Procurement Purpose! 

Consider this your go-to source for everything happening in our world. We’re moving fast, staying sharp, and we want to keep you in the loop with all the latest wins and updates from the UMBC Procurement Department.

Inside This Issue:

• Our New Mission Statement: See the vision that’s driving our department forward.

• The Dream Team: Celebrating our newly certified Procurement professionals! 

• On the Road: Go behind the scenes of our recent Department Field Trip.

• Essential Updates: Key info you need to stay ahead of the curve.

Dive In Now

Ready to see what we've been up to? Click the link below to read the full issue:

We hope you enjoy the read as much as we enjoyed putting it together. Stay tuned for more regular updates!

Happy Reading,

The UMBC Procurement Team

Thanks to all our members who joined us for our event on Friday! We discussed grievances, advice, tips, etc.

GWST Assistant Professor Nehal Elmeligy asked to share the following message: We thought it would be great if we created a group chat to serve as a depository where we share these things since we won't be able to meet in person often, and certainly not all of us. I see it as a place for us to ask questions, share tips, advice or important information. An informal chat but about work. 

If you are interested, you can join the WhatsApp group via this link: : https://chat.whatsapp.com/CxRIfuiVsdjAHufOAZdu9P?mode=gi_t
I'm currently the admin as I created the group, if anyone is interested in being a co-admin, let me know: nelmelig@umbc.edu.

Attend UMBC's Professional Programs Open House, 10-12:30 Saturday, May 9, to find out how UMBC's professional programs can help you meet your goals, build your professional network, and equip you with the technical, leadership, and management skills that employers are looking for.  https://professionalprograms.umbc.edu/event/professional-programs-open-house-2/

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Baltimore area companies Entinex and Design Rosetta are hosting another Lean Coffee: AI conversation for people working with or thinking about AI at the Glenmore Cafe in bwtech@UMBC. Lean Coffee meetings have no speakers or slides, just structured, participant-driven discussions about the topics people actually care about in work
and society right now. 7:30-9:30 am,  May 19 in the Glenmore Cafe at BWTech South.

REGISTER HERE 

CSA E-Board Elections are HERE
Whether you wanna plan iconic events, bring the vibes, or just put your ideas into action — WE WANT YOU 
Positions open, voices needed, energy required
Don’t just attend CSA… run it
Open positions are available—apply and be part of the team. (link down below & in the bio in our Instagram @umbccsa)

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