News and Announcements Archive

A&F News Archive

Looking for something A&F related that happened in the recent past? Below is an archive of all the latest happenings from the A&F sphere of influence:

  • Operations and maintenance enjoy a spring fling!

    The Operations and Maintenance team takes a break from fixing to enjoy some al fresco foods, relaxing conversations, and great company.  

  • introducing the new a&f dei website!

    It took a lot of effort, but all the pieces are finally in place! This new digital space is all about creating an inclusive atmosphere that enhances wellness, promotes acceptance, and improves productivity.

    Because when we all live by our guiding principles, we are all WISER Together.

  • A&F Insight: UMB Capital Projects Receive Additional Funding During Recent Legislative Session

    Learn more about the projects including the Central Electric Substation, the new School of Social Work building, and the Dental Ambulatory Surgery Center.

  • A&F Employees Can Now Earn High School Diploma Without Losing Pay or Benefits

    Administration and Finance department is partnering with Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake to help employees finish their education.

  • FACILITATING OUR APPRECIATION!

    UMB celebrates World Facilities Management Day, which recognizes and honors the work of facilities professionals who keep our workplaces, schools, hospitals, and facilities clean, safe, and healthy.

  • Staying Power!

    A&F is proud to join Police and Public Safety in celebrating the service milestone of its beloved security officer William Ghoh, whose tenure at the University began in 1964 and includes 30-plus years as a police officer.

  • GAME ON!

    A&F teammates enjoy a little friendly competition during the the first annual Administration & Finance BBQ, which was catered by Mission BBQ.

  • HAPPY PRIDE MONTH FROM EVERYONE IN A&F!

    June is Pride Month! To celebrate, please enjoy this brief history of Pride, its roots in the Stonewall uprising against police, and the present-day struggles that LGBTQ+ people experience as told by UMB’s “The Table” podcast.

     

  • CAST YOUR VOTE!

    Derrick Whiting, a Master of Social Work candidate at the University of Maryland School of Social Work (UMSSW), has been named a semifinalist for the 2024 Baltimore Homecoming Hero Award. 

    Click the pic to cast your vote. And don't delay as voting ends July 26!

  • now we're talking!

    Administration and Finance hosted its semiannual town hall, bringing senior leadership together with the greater A&F community to chat on a variety of topics.

  • second annual theatre day a smash hit!

    The kids of A&F celebrate their performance on the 100+ year old Hippodrome main stage. Because when the magic of theatre meets the exuberance of childhood, there’s no telling what’s going to happen. 

  • GRAND DESIGNS

    UMBrella coaching program helped redefine connectedness and professional growth for UMB Design and Construction senior project manager.

  • clean sweep!

    Meet Your Clean Campus Ambassadors, The New UMB Team Making Sure the Great Outdoors Lives Up to Its Name!

  • EVS APPRECIATION WEEK KICKS OFF!

    Baltimore native and University of Maryland graduate Dr. Dominic Rollins addresses the team to kick off the annual EVS Appreciation Week.

    This year's festivities include catered meals, a donut social, an EVS inspired fashion show, and concludes with a Friday afternoon block party.

  • inside scoop!

    More than 200 employees enjoyed a well-earned break to bid farewell to summer and celebrate the start of a new academic year at the second annual A&F Ice Cream Social. Yes Chef supplied the ice cream while the participants supplied the smiles. 

  • DRESS TO IMPRESS!

    EVS Appreciation Week celebrations continues with the first ever Dress to Impress Fashion Show! This "Unconventional Materials Challenge" saw the team get creative with the materials they use everyday to create catwalk ready outfits. 

  • EVS WEEK FEATURES FUN, FOOD, AND OUTRAGEOUS FASHION!

    From motivational speakers to the world’s most unconventional fashion show, Environmental Services Week was one to remember.

  • AND THE WINNER IS...

    CONGRATULATIONS to the A&F 2024 Chili Cookoff Champion DeAsia Thomas (second to the right) from EVS!

    And a big cheer to runners up Dorothy Cole (second to the left) of EVS and Sienna Kelly (far right) of SPAC, and to all the awesome chili chefs to who treated us to their finest. 

  • UMB’s Lt. Matthew (MJ) Johnson Named Obama Foundation Leader

    The 17-year veteran is recognized for implementing transformative community programs, fostering positive community relationships, mentoring youth, and implementing crisis intervention programs.

    The 17-year veteran is recognized for implementing transformative community programs, fostering positive community relationships, mentoring youth, and implementing crisis intervention programs.

  • going above and beyond

    Tonya Gaines of Parking and Transportation Services helps visitor get sibling with limited mobility to appointment.

  • Video production: a day in the life, brian simmons

    Here's how one man turned a "foot in the door" job into a lifelong career as Associate Director for Parking and Transportation Services in A&F at the University of Maryland, Baltimore. 

Kickoff to ‘Service Excellence – One Interaction at a Time’ Draws Overflow Crowd

Administration and Finance begins rolling out new program.

November 10, 2023

International Operations Marks One-Year Anniversary with First-Ever Gathering

The Administration and Finance division’s employees from multiple countries come together at UMB to meet one another, learn from the past year, and plan for the future.

January 17, 2024

Meet-and-Greet Gets Off to a Great Start

September 5, 2023

The inaugural gathering with new Administration and Finance hires breaks down barriers and introduces guiding principles.

DAWN RHODES HONORED WITH BEST IN FINANCE: CFO AWARD

The award recognizes chief financial officers or top financial managers at Baltimore-area organizations who have a strong record of achievement.

October 3, 2023

UMB Wins Maryland Green Registry Sustainability Leadership Award

July 28, 2023

This honor from the state of Maryland recognizes institutions and organizations that have a strong commitment and programs dedicated to sustainable practices.

UMB Celebrates World Facilities Day

May 31, 2023

“It feels like a family reunion. It’s just so nice getting to mix with all these people,” said Ida Powell, custodial lead in EVS and a UMB community member since 1995.

UMB Office of Sustainability Releases Strategic Plan

March 23, 2022

Plan has four focus areas, outlines overarching goals and strategies for the next five years, and will guide sustainability initiatives, awareness, and engagement around the University.

HR Lunch and Learn Series Starts Aug. 22

August 4, 2023

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.

UMB partners with Hippodrome to offer UMB kids the ultimate theatre camp

October 17, 2023

The single-day theater camp offers UMB Administration and Finance employees and their children an encore-worthy experience.

Three UMB Administrative Professionals Honored for Invaluable Contributions

Christina Cortese, Danielle Hill, and LaToya Ludd of Administration & Finance are recognized as finalists in the 2023 Admin Awards.

September 8, 2023

Underground Fire Highlights Power of UMB Microgrid Plan

In the early hours of Aug. 10, the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) power grid was put to the test.

September 27, 2023

UMB’s Sherry Bohn Elected President of Association for Biosafety and Biosecurity

The acting director of environmental health and safety is at the forefront of researching and promoting safe science.

October 4, 2023

UMB adds bee colonies to the campus

Rooftop bee colonies are starting to be featured in Baltimore City's rooftop green spaces.

October 10, 2023

A&F Leadership Retreat Returns with Expanded Agenda

The two-day gathering included several interactive sessions focused on embedding the guiding principles into the Administration and Finance culture.

November 29, 2023

Police and Public Safety’s Cardella Named UMB November Employee of the Month

Public information officer is honored for going beyond her role to serve as co-chair of a Future of Work Task Force committee.

December 6, 2023

Facilities and Operations’ First-Ever Fellowship Focused on Sustainability

Alex Skowron served as a data fellow in the Office of Sustainability for 10 months through the Strategic Energy Innovations Climate Corps program.

December 13, 2023

A&F'S DEBRA RUFFIN NAMED EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

A 27-year employee of UMB, she is committed to providing excellent housekeeping service and doing it with a smile.

January 19, 2024

Crosswalk Visibility is Both a Safety and Equity Issue

Finishing the Lines Project Crosses the Finishing Line

January 24, 2024

Archive of Announcements

November 21, 2024  |  UMB’s inaugural budget town hall, held on Nov. 11, offered an overview of the University’s financial health, challenges, and future planning.

October 21, 2020   |  Words cannot capture the excitement and pride that I have for this year’s Administration and Finance individuals and teams who are recent recipients of the inaugural Presidential Core Values Awards. Of the seven awards given, two were awarded to A&F teams or individuals. 

March 30, 2020

March 13, 2020   |  In response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) will be honoring the Governor’s State of Emergency by requiring many employees to work remotely. This response is to practice social distancing. Other UMB employees, in support of critical, on-campus functions, will remain on-site during this period, though their efforts may be in a reduced capacity.