Author: Hilary Kanter

Tornado Drill at UMW March 22

It’s time for the annual Tornado Drill at UMW, which will take place on Tuesday, March 22. Tornado preparedness information is below and is also available in the links provided.Preparing for Tornadoes:Before Get a NOAA Weather Radio with warning alarm tone and battery backup to get information directly from the National Weather Service.   This is […]

Year-end Planning Memo

MEMORANDUMTo:  Department Chairs, Administrators, Budget Managers and Banner UsersFrom:  Paul C. Messplay, Executive Director of Budget and Financial AnalysisDate:  March 1, 2016Dear Colleagues,The purpose of this memo is to provide general guidance on year-end expenditure planning in order to avoid unintended charges against next year’s budget.  The University’s fiscal year ends on June 30.  Key […]

UMW to Ring in Founders Day March 14

The University of Mary Washington will mark its 108th founding anniversary by ringing its campanile bells on Monday, March 14.The bells will toll 108 times at 1:08 p.m. on Founders Day. On March 14, 1908, the Virginia General Assembly established the State Normal and Industrial School for Women at Fredericksburg, now UMW.The ringing will emanate from […]

S.A.C. Hosts Chili Cook-off, Announces Winners

The Staff Advisory Council hosted its Second Annual Willy Nilly Chili Cook-off on Wednesday, March 2, in the University Center’s Chandler Ballroom. Faculty and staff were treated to 14 different chilis, toppings, cornbread and chips, then voted for their favorite chili.SAC would like to thank our awesome faculty and staff who joined us for the […]

Health & Wellness Fair, March 9, Celebrates National Nutrition Month

Come to the Health & Wellness Fair on Wednesday, March 9, between 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. in Chandler Ballroom, University Center. There will be door prizes, free massages, free cholesterol and blood pressure checks and other freebies. Exhibitors include spas, chiropractors, health care providers, massage therapists, fitness centers, food vendors, support groups and more!For details, […]