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It's back! Free Massage Day!

Don't wait to sign up -- slots go fast!

STRESS BUSTER:  TAKE A MINUTE FOR YOURSELF Massage the Body and the Senses PSS has again arranged for free mini-massages for staff members. Last year the slots filled up almost immediately,...

Posted: January 16, 2019, 9:50 AM

Staff Awards nominations open through November 1

Nominate someone extraordinary today.

Is there someone... in your department who is doing a superior job? on campus who is exceptionally talented and dedicated? who is truly outstanding and always there to help solve a problem or...

Posted: October 10, 2018, 3:10 PM

Homecoming volunteers still needed Saturday 10/13

Come have fun greeting folks to campus!

The Homecoming planning team is in great need of folks to staff the Homecoming Welcome Tents stationed around the loop on Saturday, Oct 13, between 12:30 and 5 p.m., in 90-minute blocks. ...

Posted: October 1, 2018, 9:56 AM

An invitation from the PSS: Listening session on Sept. 20

Learn from students and/or share your story

Dear UMBC professional staff, We all received an email from President Hrabowski on Monday inviting members of the UMBC community to an open listening session to discuss the recent events...

Posted: September 19, 2018, 1:17 PM

Personal Leadership and Project Management nominations

Deadline extended to September 3!

Good news! The deadline to apply to be part of the Personal Leadership and Project Management 2018 - 2019 cohort is no longer August 24, as indicated erroneously in the PSS Newsletter.  The...

Posted: August 23, 2018, 11:22 AM

Reminder: UMBC Community Picnic Tomorrow

Featuring BBQ Food, Door Prizes, 50/50 Raffle, and more!

Friday, June 29, 2018 11:30 – 1:30 p.m. The Commons Terrace Please join the Professional Staff Senate in partnership with the Non-Exempt Staff Senate for our annual picnic! There will be door...

Posted: June 28, 2018, 8:43 AM

UMBC Night @ Oriole Park

Last Call! Early Bird Pricing Ends Tomorrow!

Monday, Aug. 27 • 5:30 p.m. picnic, 7 p.m. game Oriole Park at Camden Yards Early-bird Tickets: $35 by June 15, $40 after Join the Professional Staff Senate and the UMBC Alumni Association...

Posted: June 14, 2018, 8:57 AM

Book Discussion Group

Cast your vote now!

Would you be interested in participating in a book discussion group hosted by the Professional Staff Senate (PSS)? If so, please rank your choice of books below, with number 1 being your...

Posted: June 5, 2018, 11:24 AM

Become a Mentor! Join the PSS Mentoring Program.

Applications due by End of Today.

Upcoming Deadline: Submit Your PSS Mentoring Program Application by 4/30! Want to be a mentor or connect with a mentor? The Professional Staff Senate (PSS) is now accepting applications for the...

Posted: April 30, 2018, 11:18 AM

Wheelchair Basketball Event with Maryland Ravens

You are invited to help us raise campus awareness about accessibility by participating in a wheelchair basketball game with the Maryland Ravens, whose mission is to build cooperation and foster...

Posted: April 24, 2018, 3:47 PM