From: Date: May 14, 2024 Subject: Staff Senate Source May 2024
May 2024
A Note from the President
Dear UMB Staff,
As we wrap up the academic year, I can't help but feel that evermore present sense of time moving faster. It feels like the speed at which our world is shifting and changing grows exponentially. One thing that contributes to this sense is the increasing rate of our technological prowess, particularly in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI).
It is becoming more and more obvious that AI has the potential to revolutionize the way we work, teach, and learn at our university. Responsible and ethical AI implementation must be a top priority, ensuring that it aligns with our university's values, protects privacy and security, and promotes fairness and inclusivity. Staying informed about the latest developments and best practices in AI is essential to ensure that UMB remains at the forefront of innovation and discovery.
The Staff Senate is committed to facilitating these conversations, providing resources for learning about AI, and supporting its responsible integration at UMB. We encourage all staff to actively engage in this process, share ideas and concerns, and help shape the future of AI at our university. Let us embrace this exciting opportunity and work towards a future where AI empowers us to achieve even greater heights.
Sincerely,
Aaron Graham
UMB Staff Senate President
News from the Staff Senate
Thanks to all who came out to join the Campus Cleanup in early April in partnership with the Office of Sustainability and Environmental Services.
News from Across Campus
Jarrell Shares Vision for Campus Vibrancy During State of University Address
During his State of the University address May 1 at the M&T Bank Exchange, UMB President Bruce E. Jarrell, MD, FACS, led the audience on a “tour” around West Baltimore and laid out his vision for a vibrant University and city.
Resisting Aggression with Defense (R.A.D.) is a 12-hour hands-on course which provides responsible information and tactical options of self-defense for men who find themselves in confrontational situations. Class begins May 28 and ends June 20.
Classes are held twice a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays). New information and skills are taught during each class. Please be mindful that this is a four week commitment; you should plan to attend all sessions.
Each class is 90 minutes per session. They are offered from 12 to 1:30 p.m. and again from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Classes are free to UMB employees, students, and community members! Space is limited. This course is designed for assigned, identifying, and transgender men.
Join UMB Police and Public Safety for our quarterly Safety Awareness Meeting. Attendees will review safety tips, hear crime updates, learn about UMB Police and Public Safety resources, and provide feedback to the department. Students, employees, and neighbors are invited to attend.
Lunch is provided. RSVP strongly encouraged. The meeting will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 22.
Our next meeting is June 6 from noon to 2 p.m. All UMB staff members are welcome and encouraged to attend our monthly meetings, held on Zoom on the first Thursday of the month. Sign in from anywhere! For the Zoom link, visit theStaff Senate website.
