• Ethics in Software Engineering | SENG 601: Software has entered into everyday objects and now the game has changed. What is the social impact of software? Do you build software that's ethical first? What are the most important attributes of intelligent software applications?
• Software Process Management | SENG 638: Do you want to become a process engineer? When do you use agile processes? Do rich processes still have a place? Can we use a process modeling language to create processes that are purpose-made?

Lunch and Learn for Faculty Part 1: Library Video Services and the Library Innovation Lab, March 27, 12-1. This event will cover:

•  The Library's digital and DVD video collections 
• The Library Digital Media Lab which provide equipment and  facilities for DYI digital media production.
• The Library Innovation Lab which provides equipment and software for fabrication including 3D printers and scanners, laser cutters, and more.

• Check Before You Submit: Before submitting an invoice, verify that the RemitAddressmatches exactly what is in PAW. If the address is not current, do not submit the invoice; contact Business Services via RT to have the vendor record updated first.

• Date Accuracy: Always ensure that invoices reflect the current date. Backdated or incorrectly dated invoices can cause reconciliation issues and delays in the approval workflow.

• Don't Forget Receipts: A friendly reminder that all reimbursement requests must include legible receipts. Missing documentation is the #1 cause of payment delays.

• EFT/ACH Enrollment: Please encourage your frequent vendors to sign up for EFT/ACH payments using the GADX-10 Form. It is faster, more secure, and helps avoid mail delays.

• Use the RT System: For internal inquiries, please submit an RT Ticket rather than emailing staff members individually. This ensures your request is tracked and handled by the first available team member.

• Do not enter an RT Ticket in the AP Queue to change a remit address. * If a remit address is incorrect, the supplier must complete a New Supplier Form and W-9 through the PAW portal under "Quick Links."
• We must have formal documentation on file to support changes. This is critical for resolving any Banking Services issues with the State of Maryland; without the correct paperwork, the State cannot process our requests.

• The "BusServ" Email: The busserv@umbc.edu address is strictly for outside vendors. Campus departments should use the RT system for all internal questions.

• 1099 Reporting: When processing a reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, do not use an account that generates a 1099 to the individual being reimbursed. Using a 1099-reportable account will result in incorrect tax reporting for the payee.

• R*STARS Payments: All R*STARS payment requests must include complete and accurate information to be processed through the State’s system. Missing details often include:
• Agency Number: The 3-digit code for the state agency (e.g., UMBC is R41).

• PCA (Program Cost Account): A 5-digit code specific to the department or project receiving the funds.

• Object Code: A 4-digit code identifying the type of expenditure (e.g., 8337 for revenue or 1537 for expense).

• Transaction Code (T-Code): Usually 410 for revenue or 412 for expenses.