Staff Award Nominations ~ Nominate a Staff Member!
Deadline for Nominations is October 31
UMBC's annual staff awards are an important way of recognizing the work being done every day by our dedicated exempt and nonexempt staff. Please take a moment to review the information regarding the awards and nominate someone who has been doing an exceptional job in that category. The deadline for nominations is October 31, 2024.
University System of Maryland Board of Regents' Staff Awards: recognizing demonstrated excellence in one of five specific areas of work
UMBC Presidential Distinguished Staff Awards: recognizing exceptional performance, leadership, and/or service
Jakubik Family Endowment Staff Award for Exempt or Nonexempt Staff: recognizing contributions toward the success of UMBC students
Karen L. Wensch Endowment Award for Outstanding Nonexempt Staff: recognizing excellence across a variety of areas of service
Teresa Lupinek Endowment Award for Exempt or Nonexempt Staff: recognizing staff whose work embodies many of the outstanding qualities for which Teresa and her work were known
Further descriptions of individual awards and the eligibility requirements for each, as well as the nomination form and a listing of previous awardees, can be found on the
Presidential Faculty and Staff Awards page.
Please
submit your nominations to the Department of Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management by close of business, October 31, 2024. If you have further questions about the staff awards, please contact Michale Sheckleford Tallon, director of talent engagement and labor relations, at
mtallon@umbc.edu.
In 2017, the Shriver Center received funding from the American Association of Colleges and Universities to create a Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation Campus Center. Under the leadership of the Shriver Center’s Choice Program, the Shriver Center is working to become an anti-racist organization.
At The Shriver Center, we believe that anti-racism is an on-going process of reflection, critical examination, and healing that will continue to shape and reshape our culture, policies, procedures, services, and beyond.
Tonight at 8pm (EST), Showing Up for Racial Justice (SURJ) will host "Beyond white privilege: white people's stake in the fight against MAGA" with Heather McGhee. It's free. To register, go to https://mobilize.us/s/3siLCc
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Fri, 18 Oct 2024 14:10:22 -0400
Homecoming 2024 + Staff and Faculty Social
October 23 – 27, 2024
From the carnival to the puppy parade, and the men’s and women’s soccer game to the monster dash 5k – Homecoming 2024 is a time to reconnect with UMBC community members and celebrate your Retriever pride!
Below is a sample of the many exciting events we have scheduled. Visit the Homecoming events page to see the full schedule and register for select events. There's something for everyone!
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Staff and Faculty Social
Wednesday, October 23
4 – 6 p.m.
The Skylight Room
Come socialize with some colleagues and enjoy some tasty appetizers and a raffle with fabulous door prizes. Wine and beer will be available for purchase.
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GRIT-X
Thursday, October 24
4 – 6 p.m.
Fine Arts Recital Hall
Join us as we celebrate the passion and accomplishments of UMBC alumni, faculty, and graduate students in the areas of research, scholarship, and creative achievement. Click here to see a list of this year’s speakers.
After the talks, you’re invited to join us for a special reception and showcase featuring previous GRIT-X speakers. Mix and mingle, learn something new, and enjoy delicious hors d'oeuvres. Co-sponsored by bwtech@UMBC.
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Athletics Hall of Fame Induction
Friday, October 25
6 – 9 p.m.
University Center Ballroom
Don't miss the opportunity to witness history as we induct the 2024 UMBC Athletics Hall of Fame class.
- Carlee Cassidy Dewey '10, Women's Basketball
- Jeremy Blevins '09, Men’s Lacrosse
- Amanda Fefel '10, Softball
- Kasy Kruger Schnabel '96, Women’s Soccer
- Liam Paddock '13, Men’s Soccer
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Former UMBC Band Director Jari Villanueva will receive the Dr. Woolston Award.
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Homecoming Carnival
Saturday, October 26
12 (noon) – 10 p.m.
Erickson Field
Bring your friends and family of all ages to the Homecoming Carnival for a day of fun!
$10 wristbands can be pre-purchased online or at the carnival for unlimited rides.
Kids under 5 are free!
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Taste of Maryland & Crab Feast
Saturday, October 26
5 – 8 p.m.
Commons Main Street
The Taste of Maryland includes all your Maryland favorites (even if you don't eat crabs)! Vegetarian and vegan options will be available.
- $65 per person for the full menu (includes crabs) for all ages
- $45 per person for just the buffet (does not include crabs)
- $25 for children 17 and under (does not include crabs)
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SO MUCH MORE!
This is just a small sample of the events we have lined up for Homecoming & Family Weekend 2024. Check homecoming.umbc.edufor a full list of events.
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Zen & Stretch: Yoga at the RAC
Stretch, breathe, and unwind—see you October 22nd at the RAC
Join us for a rejuvenating yoga session on Tuesday, October 22nd, from 5-6pm in RAC room 130! Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned pro, this is the perfect chance to unwind and recharge. Don’t forget—UMBC IDs are required for entry. See you there for some much-needed zen!
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Wed, 16 Oct 2024 23:05:59 -0400
Gathering tomorrow
Join use tomorrow. Embark on an Enlightening Journey with Mantra and Meditation! Be a part of this unforgettable experience.
Venue: The center for well-being, Room: 103
Thursdays, 5:45 -6:45 pm
** Free vegetarian food will be provided for all the attendees. To Attend RSVP using the link attached.
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Missing Amazon Package
Intended deliver to Center for Well-Being
Hi all,
I ordered a package that was meant to be delivered to the Center for Well-Being, specifically the Gathering Space. It’s been marked as delivered but has not shown up in any of the spaces (including Office of Health Promotions and Retriever Integrated Health). It has sandbags mean to hold Hillel’s sukkah in place, as well as rubber mallets. If you find them, please let me know!
Thank you,
Aliza Silverman
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Join Us at the Grad Student Fest!
Attention UMBC Graduate Students and aspiring Product Managers!
The UMBC Product Management Club invites you to join us at the Graduate Student Fest happening TODAY from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM.
Why attend?
- Connect with like-minded individuals passionate about Product Management
- Gain insights into PM career opportunities
- Learn about our upcoming workshops and events designed to enhance your skills
Whether you're curious about Product Management or looking to deepen your expertise, this is your chance to engage with our community and explore the dynamic field of PM.
Look for the UMBC Product Management Club banner at the event. We're excited to meet you and discuss how our club can support your professional growth!
Let's shape the future of products together. See you at the fest!
#UMBCProductManagement #GraduateStudents #ProductManagement #NetworkingEvent #ProfessionalDevelopment #StudentOpportunities
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Why We Need More Diversity in Our Workplaces
How diverse perspectives at work lead to better outcomes.
Despite what you might read
in the news or on social media, diversity is more than just a buzzword when it
comes to the workplace. It can actually help companies build innovation,
profitability, and employee satisfaction. Here are a few ways that diversity in
the workplace can create positive, lasting impact.
Builds Creativity. When organizations bring together employees from different cultural and
experiential backgrounds, generating creative solutions can come more easily.
Employees are more likely to question the status quo and think outside of the
box to tackle complex problems. They take more novel approaches to the work
that they do, causing the company to overall be more adaptable.
Fosters Innovation. Diverse teams bring broader perspectives and foster innovation. By challenging
conventional thinking, companies can now make decisions that positively impact
the bottom line. According to a McKinsey report (1), companies in the top
quartile for gender and racial diversity are more likely to have financial
returns above their respective national industry medians. Additionally, a BCG
study (2) highlighted that organizations with more diverse management teams
have a 19% higher revenue from innovation compared to companies with
below-average diversity.
Causes Work Satisfaction. Other than financial benefits, diversity promotes a
more inclusive and respectful workplace culture, which increases employee
engagement and retention. People feel valued when their unique perspectives are
welcomed, a consideration that recent grads do not take lightly, nor should
they. According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE),
equity and inclusion is a career readiness competency that employers should
seek to promote open-mindedness, flexibility, and adaptability in the workplace
in order to recruit top talent (3).
Represents Customer Base. Lastly, having a more diverse workforce better
reflects the global customer base companies serve. As businesses operate in
increasingly international markets, the ability to meet diverse consumer needs
becomes crucial to ensure success. Additionally, companies that embrace
diversity and reflect a diverse workforce are seen as more relatable and
inclusive by global customers, opening the door for lucrative relationship
building opportunities and partnerships.
Increasing workplace
diversity isn’t just the right thing to do — it’s a strategic imperative for
companies hoping to hire and retain the best employees. What that said, students
should strongly consider a diverse organization for their next internship or
job to experience the benefits firsthand.
If you want to get a head
start, join us for our Diversity Recruitment Event on Thursday, October 17th from 5-8 PM at
the University Center Ballroom. This is open to ALL students. Enjoy a free
dinner, network with top organizations, and hear from UMBC alum Bobby Allen ’99
about his work at Google.
(1) https://www.mckinsey.com/~/media/mckinsey/featured%20insights/diversity%20and%20inclusion/diversity%20wins%20how%20inclusion%20matters/diversity-wins-how-inclusion-matters-vf.pdf
(2) https://www.bcg.com/publications/2018/how-diverse-leadership-teams-boost-innovation
(3) https://www.naceweb.org/career-readiness/competencies/career-readiness-defined
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Coat Drive: Stop by and Donate Winter Clothes!
Friday, October 25, 2024, 11 AM - 1 PM outside Admin
As it is getting cold outside, please come next Friday, Oct 25th to drop-off winter clothes to donate to UMBC community members and students who need them. We especially need gloves, men's coats, and hats - but please bring it all, scarves, women and childrens' clothes too!
Friday, October 25
11 am - 1 pm
Administration Circle by Admin and the RAC
Drive (or walk) up and drop off!
If you would like to volunteer to help with the drive, please come too!
Thank you for your love & dedication to your fellow community!
- The Retriever Essentials team and the Wisdom Institute
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Grad Student Fest TODAY
Come see us at the grad student fest!!
There will be raffles, FREE FOOD, swag, and more! Many grad student organizations and opportunities will be represented here.
Starts at 4:00 pm in the UC Ballroom. Come and go as you please. :)
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