April 24, 2024

Staff Advisory Council

UMW Community Forum: Save the date and make plans to attend the UMW Community Forum on January 19th at 4pm in Dodd Auditorium.  President Paino will give us an update on the engagement assessment, the budget outlook, and UMW’s plans for the future.

January Transfer Orientation and Other Dates:
Thursday January 12   New/Transfers move in & orientation begins
January 12 – 14           Transfer orientation
Sunday January 15      Returning students can move in
Monday January 16    MLK day no classes/UMW closed for staff, too
Tuesday January 17    Spring semester classes begin

Winter Club Carnival Volunteers Needed: The Office of Student Activities & Engagement is looking for volunteers to help out with the Winter Club Carnival on Wednesday, January 18th. The shifts are 1pm – 3pm, 4pm – 6pm, and 6pm – 8pm. If you’re interested please complete the volunteer sign up form and someone will be in touch with you.

UMW Book Club: The next meeting of the UMW Book Club will take place from noon to 1 p.m. on January 18 in Lee Hall 414. We will be reading The Wilson Deception by David O. Stewart, who will be the first Great Lives speaker on January 24. If you have any questions, please contact Margaret Mock by email or at x1017.

Athletics to Host Faculty/Staff Appreciation Night: The Eagle Club and the UMW Athletic Department invite you and your family or friends to Faculty & Staff Appreciation Night at the Anderson Center Wednesday, January 25th. UMW Women’s basketball tips off at 6pm, Men’s basketball tips off at 8pm. Both play Southern Virginia. All Faculty and Staff will be given a maximum of three additional free admission tickets.

Reserved parking for Excellent Eagle Employee: Nominate your co-workers, supervisor, or employees for the Excellent Eagle Employee award! It’s easy! Just complete the Excellent Eagle Employee nomination form on our website. Take some time to nominate someone today! #1 F.A.N. (Fantastic Action Noticed) You can also recognize a colleague using HR’s #1 F.A.N. program. Did you experience exceptional customer service or awesome collaboration? If so, nominate the person or people involved in that experience. Complete the #1 F.A.N. form on the HR website, and your colleague will be able to choose a UMW spirit item as a token of appreciation.

Newsletter and Other Information: You’ll find important information in SAC’s monthly newsletter. Check it out and all of the information on our website, including a list of our new members.

Other UMW informative links
UFC News and Notes
Budget and Financial Analysis, Budget Development
Strategic Plan