We will be having a GBM tomorrow in Sondheim Hall Rm 103 at 12 PM. We will be having a guest speaker, so feel free to come and bring a friend! If you can’t join in person, you can still join online using the link below! Hope to see you there! 

To all taki users,

Starting at around 0345 this morning, portions of the taki cluster environment became unresponsive. System administrators have been able to bring the cluster back online. Any jobs running this morning were unfortunately lost.

Users can resume normal activity on the cluster. Please let us know if you notice any issues or if you have any questions/concerns by submitting a descriptive help request form found at the following link.

https://doit.umbc.edu/request-tracker-rt/doit-research-computing/ 

Roy Prouty

UMBC HPCF System Administrator

Please see the information below about the upcoming retirement webinars from MSRP Nationwide and how to register. All webinars are approx. 45 mins in length. 

“Make Every Penny Count!”

Join us for this webinar to learn ways to spend less and save more! We will cover successful budgeting tips, best practices for managing debt, and how small changes in your financial habits can make a big difference.

 “That’s a Wrap! Highlights of 2023 Webinars” 

Missed a few of our webinars in 2023? Catch the highlights as we wrap up this year’s topics ranging from building good money habits, taking control of your financial future, to preparing to live well in retirement!

 “Borrowing Against YOUR Future: What You Need to Know” 

Borrowing money from your MSRP 457(b), 401(k), or 403(b) plans before you retire is a big decision. It can affect your savings progress and long-term retirement goals. It’s important to learn about the impact of borrowing, terms and conditions, fees, and serious repercussions if you were to default on this obligation. 

 “Have WE Got a Match for YOU!”

Attend this webinar to learn eligibility requirements to receive the MSRP 457(b), 401(k), 403(b) plan Match and details about the NEW Higher Education Student Loan Payment Match Program, effective January 1, 2024.

 

Click HERE to register for any of the above webinars. 

"Take CONTROL!" webinars, information below:

"Success in Planning: Understanding Your MSRP Plans"

Are you a NEW employee, a Contractual employee, or just looking for a review? This webinar is for YOU! Learn the features and benefits of the MSRP 457(b), 401(k), 403(b) plans.

"Financial Knowledge:  Understanding Investing and Your MSRP Options"

It is important to make sound INVESTMENT decisions. In this webinar  we cover the basics of investing and the importance of managing risk to help you determine the investment option suitable for you within your MSRP Plan.

"Countdown to Retirement: Understanding Retirement Readiness"

Whether the day you stop working is a decade away or just around the corner, learn the financial planning steps to take that are relevant to help you retire on YOUR terms. 

Click HERE to Register for any of the Take CONTROL! webinars

Enroll with MSRP Nationwide today at MarylandDC.com!

Dear students,

We cordially invite you to join us for a rejuvenating gathering centered around Bhakti Yoga and meditation. This gathering aims to cultivate mindfulness, deepen spiritual insights, and foster a community of like-minded individuals. 

Today's Topic : Mindfulness in student life 

Event Details:

Date: 24 Oct 2023

Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM 

Location: Room No :  Room no 103, Gathering Space.

Center of well being, UMBC 

Special Note:

We will be providing  vegetarian food for all the attendees.

This event serves as a soft launch of what we envision as a weekly gathering, offering an enriching experience to motivate your spiritual journey. Your attendance will greatly contribute to building a strong, sustaining community.

We look forward to meeting you!

Facilities Management wants to extend a thank you to everyone who came out for the tree planting event last week! We did not anticipate such an amazing turn out and are so appreciative of the energy and positivity our campus community brought. Our goal for this event was to get our UMBC community more connected with each other and the environment. We can proudly say we accomplished this goal. Thank you to Phillip Cho, landscape architect, for laying out the planting plan for the trees, and to our Landscape and Grounds professionals, especially Charlie Hogan, for hosting the event and providing all necessary equipment and guidance. Thank you to Campus Planning and the Eco Ambassadors for coordinating and supporting the event, as well. We couldn't have made this happen without the help of everyone involved. 

Warm regards, 

Molly Power

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To all taki users,

Starting at around 0345 this morning, portions of the taki cluster environment became unresponsive. System administrators have been working to bring the cluster back online. Any jobs running this morning were unfortunately lost.

I will send another message when the cluster is again available.

Roy Prouty

UMBC HPCF System Administrator