Category: Announcements

Internal announcements of interest to faculty and staff.

University Staff Council Presents Larry Atkins Awards

On April 21, the USC celebrated this year’s three exceptional winners of the Larry Atkins Award. Nominees for the award are typically the unsung heroes of their departments who always go above and beyond to help and to set a positive example for the community.The pool of nominees was competitive. Each nomination featured so many […]

University Staff Council opportunities

The University Staff Council is currently accepting nominations for three University committees: University Staff Council, the University Budget Advisory Committee, and the James Farmer Multicultural Center Advisory Committee. So that our representation reflects all parts of the UMW community, we invite you to nominate a deserving colleague(s) or yourself. University Staff Council: seven openings – […]

Faculty Early Retirement Program

Dear Colleagues,For several years, faculty members have been asking UMW to offer a Faculty Early Retirement Incentive Program (FERIP), and we are now at a point where it makes strategic sense to put such a plan in place. In response, UMW has designed a program that will provide an incentive to eligible faculty members who […]

Flexible Summer Work Arrangements

Dear Colleagues,As we near the end of the academic year, it’s a good time to send a reminder about flexible work arrangement options, particularly for departments where work demands will change after students leave for the summer.  When possible, supervisors are expected to permit and encourage flexible work arrangements in their departments, especially from May […]

Staff and Faculty Professional Development Opportunities

Dear UMW Staff and Faculty,This May, there will be several professional development opportunities focused on two areas of student need: mental health and inclusive environments. Each session is designed for faculty and staff to work together to better support our students. Staff from the Talley Center; Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; and the Center […]