A Note from the Staff Senate President

Dear UMB Staff & Friends,

I hope this message finds you well as we embark on a new semester. The buzz of potential fills the air with each new school year. This energy is palpable at UMB, with our unique mission to improve lives in Baltimore and beyond through education, research, clinical care, and community service.

I encourage all of us to reflect deeply on UMB's core values of respect, integrity, innovation, discovery, sustainability, well-being, equity, and justice. We have the opportunity to model these values outward into the city through our research, clinical care, education, and service programs in a way that will impact our students, our West Baltimore community, and each other. I challenge us to consider how we can deepen our positive impact in Baltimore this semester. As we engage with students, faculty, staff, and partners, let's lead with our values.

Also, please remember that the Staff Senate is here to advocate on your behalf. If you need support, feel free to reach out; we are here to assist you. I look forward to collaborating with all of you as we continue to serve our community and have our values shine bright.

Sincerely,

Aaron Graham, JD
UMB Staff Senate President
Community Outreach Co-Chair

With the first day of school right around the corner, it’s time for families to stock up on supplies.

This year, the UMB Staff Senate’s Community Outreach Committee and the UMB Office of Community Engagement are coordinating their annual Back-to-School Supply Drive, which will provide school supplies to students in West Baltimore.

Donations will be accepted through September 30.

HR Lunch and Learn Series

The Lunch and Learn series provides benefited employees with the opportunity to learn more about UMB employee perks and benefits and to broaden professional skills. Sessions will be held monthly from 12 - 1:15 p.m. in the HR conference room (third floor, 620 W. Lexington St.).

Please bring your lunch to enjoy these knowledge-filled sessions. 

View the schedule and register at this link.

Founders Week 

Each year, UMB celebrates our students, faculty, and staff and pays tribute to UMB’s 216-year history with a series of events.

Staff Luncheon
Monday, Oct. 16

• 11:30 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. OR
• 12:20 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Westminster Hall (515 W Fayette St)
Register using this link.

The Staff Senate would especially like to recognize staff member Shantay McKinily, Director of the Positive Schools Center at the School of Social Work, for her recognition as Public Servant of the Year.

Congratulations, Shantay!

Learn about all of the 2023 Founders Week award recipients at this link.

Title IX Training Reminder

UMB is committed to promoting a learning environment that is free from sex and gender-based discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual violence. As such, all staff and faculty are required to complete Title IX, sexual harassment, and discrimination awareness training annually. You can access the training from the Title IX Education and Training website. All trainings must be completed by Oct. 15, 2023.

Volunteer at the CEC's Spookapalooza

The UMB Community Engagement Center will be hosting its second annual Trick or Treat event from 4:30 - 6 p.m. on Oct. 27 to close out "Spookapalooza: A Week of Halloween at the CEC!" Community members will be able to trick their way through more than 20 booths of delicious treats, and enjoy games, crafts, scavenger hunts, a Halloween raffle, and more! UMB student, staff, and faculty groups can sign up to reserve a Trick or Treat table at the event and hand out some delicious treats to neighborhood youth and families.

Register at this link.

UMB Campus Cleanup Event

Wednesday, October 11, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Meet Outside HSF3 Main Entrance

Join us for a fall cleanup of the UMB campus. Drop by our basecamp at the beginning of your shift to check in and get supplies. Swing back by the basecamp at the end of your shift to drop off your full trash bags!

If you are a staff member who is interested in using 1-4 hours of paid volunteer leave for this event, you can view and print the required paperwork found on the Community Engagement website.

Register for the cleanup at this link.

UMB One Card Now Provides Students and Staff Discounts at Lexington Market

Your UMB One Card can now get you a great meal at a discounted rate from world-famous Lexington Market. 

Individuals who show their UMB One Card can get a 10 percent discount from participating vendors and merchants in Lexington Market. This includes dine-in and carryout foods; dietary staples like produce, butchery items, and seafood; and several service merchants. Look for the "UMB Discounts Available Here" signs.

(Watch a video about Lexington Market at this link.)