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We are officially the Exempt Staff Senate!

Did you see our new name?

We have officially changed our name from the Professional Staff Senate to the Exempt Staff Senate!  Professional is the classification for EEO-6 codes, but it does not accurately represent the...

Posted: June 20, 2024, 12:28 PM

Open House and Event Showcase

August 6th, 10am - 2pm

Do you plan events on campus? Would you like to know more about the event process or find out how to get more support for your events? Join Event & Conference Services for a showcase of...

Posted: June 11, 2024, 3:31 PM

LEAP Leadership Development Program

Apply by June 14th!

UMBC's LEAP Academy is a 5-month leadership development experience designed to provide the critical professional competencies and people skills that new people managers need to be effective at...

Posted: June 10, 2024, 11:07 AM

University System of Maryland Shared Governance Survey

Share your thoughts by June 21

Dear Colleagues,  On behalf of the Council of University System Staff (CUSS) and the Council of University System Faculty (CUSF), we are seeking your participation in a brief survey to gauge...

Posted: June 7, 2024, 9:24 AM

Staff Senate Election Results

Thank you for Voting!

Welcome to our New Senators & CUSS Representatives! New Exempt Staff Senators, starting on June 1, 2024: Jamie Cole Erik Crowe (1-year term) Peter DeCrescenzo Griselda Flores Tess...

Posted: May 14, 2024, 8:59 AM

Alternative Work Arrangement Survey

Have you responded to HR's survey yet?

Dear Colleagues, As we continue to enhance our work environment and lead in the higher education space, UMBC is requesting your anonymous feedback in assessing and evolving our current...

Posted: May 7, 2024, 11:46 AM

Become a Mentor or Mentee - Application Closes Friday!

The 2024-2025 Staff Senate Mentoring Program is seeking both mentees and mentors. Share your UMBC and career experience, or gain valuable insights and advice from a mentor! Why Participate?...

Posted: April 24, 2024, 12:05 PM

2024 PSS & CUSS Elections - Vote Today!

Have you voted yet?

Elections for Professional Staff Senate (PSS) Senators and Council of University System Staff (CUSS) Representatives run through Friday, April 26, 2024.  Click BOTH links below to vote:...

Posted: April 23, 2024, 10:01 AM

PSS and CUSS Nominations - Last Day!

Self-nominations are encouraged

Applications for the Professional Staff Senate (PSS) and Council of University System Staff (CUSS) are now being solicited. Meet folks from across campus and make a difference at UMBC for yourself...

Posted: April 15, 2024, 1:37 PM

Storytelling & Dialogue on Indigenous Erasure

Wednesday, April 17th outside PAHB

Learn from different tribal perspectives about experiences Wednesday, April 17, 2024 · 2:30 - 4:30 PM Performing Arts & Humanities Building: Sculpture Forum (outside!) Storytelling...

Posted: April 12, 2024, 10:50 AM