At UMB, community isn’t just something we talk about — it’s something we build together.

As we wrap up another Staff Senate election cycle, we’re grateful to everyone who stepped up to serve — and to all of you who took the time to vote. In this issue, we’re proud to announce your 2025–2026 UMB Staff Senate members, and especially to welcome the new Senators who will be joining us next term.

Discover What Percipio Can Really Do for You

You’ve probably used Percipio for compliance training — but did you know it also offers hands-on practice tools, conversation simulators, curated learning journeys, and access to full-length books?

This summer, the UMB Staff Senate and UMB Employee Learning and Development are teaming up to help shine a light on what Percipio really has to offer. Whether you're looking to grow your skills, strengthen your team, or just try something new — we hope you’ll join us!

Pearl Gallery North: Showcasing the Creative Spirit of UMB

Pearl Gallery North, UMB's newest outdoor art installation located on the north side of the Pearl Street Garage, showcases selected works from the fourth issue of our university's art and literary journal, 1807, adding a splash of creativity to the campus green space.

Staff members are encouraged to take a few minutes to visit Pearl Gallery North and experience this impressive collection. The gallery stands as a wonderful reminder of the diverse talents that enrich our campus community beyond our professional roles.

May 25: SOWEBO Arts and Music Festival

This free street festival offers live music, vendors, visual artists, food, and fun for the Southwest Baltimore communities and their neighbors. For more information, visit 
https://www.sowebofest.org/.

   Sunday, 05/25, 12-8 PM – Hollins Market

May 28: ‘Priorities, Setting Goals, Income, and Expenses’

To achieve long-term financial success, one must first identify goals they want to achieve. Join our Launch Your Life program led by Consumer Credit Counseling on May 28 (12-1 PM) to learn how to determine realistic financial goals and develop an action plan to accomplish these goals.

Register here for this virtual webinar.

June 7: 17th Annual Maryland Half Marathon & 5K

Every stride taken in this race is a step forward in the battle against cancer. Your registration and participation help fund groundbreaking research initiatives and provide innovative care to cancer patients and their families.Fundraising dollars directly support cancer research and patient care at the University of Maryland Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center (UMGCCC).

Learn more and register at MDhalfmarathon5k.org.

June 18: Deadline to Nominate for 2025 Founders Week Awards

As part of the UMB Founders Week tradition, you are invited to help recognize the individuals whose work reflects UMB’s mission to improve the human condition and serve the public good of Maryland and society at-large through education, research, clinical care, and service.

Click here to see the different awards and award criteria, and to learn how to submit a nomination.

Join the Core Values Conversation: Innovation and Discovery Question 2

Question 2: How do you recognize when discovery is happening in yourself or in others?

Responses will be posted to the core values webpage. Join the conversation here.

Community and Civic Engagement: Volunteer Opportunities Through UMB

Regular UMB full-time staff members can use eight hours of paid leave to volunteer at a qualifying nonprofit organization of their choice during each calendar year.

The Civic Engagement and Volunteerism webpage lists potential volunteer opportunities with existing UMB community partners close to campus and has the forms needed to request paid leave for volunteering.

What’s something you’ve accomplished on the Staff Senate during your time as a Senator?
I enjoyed working on the Staff Senate communications committee and was glad to help with a refresh of the Staff Senate website.

What’s a fun vacation that you’ve taken or would like to take?
A few years ago, my husband Jim and I camped in Utah's five national parks: Zion, Bryce, Arches, Canyonlands, and Capitol Reef. It was incredible to see such natural beauty. I came away with a deeper sense of the smallness and brevity of my life in the scheme of things--a helpful perspective!