August 15, 2026

EagleEye

A Newsletter for UMW Faculty and Staff

Provost’s Update on Strategic Resource Allocation Process

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Dear colleagues,

As the two committees near completion of their work on the Strategic Resource Allocation project, I write to address the process going forward.  I am anticipating submission of reports from the committees some time around May 1, but in any event before the end of this academic year.

Soon after these reports are submitted, they will be made available for review by members of the campus community.  I want to underscore here, as both President Hurley and I have said in other venues, that a low quintile rating of a program or function does not necessarily mean that that program or function will be eliminated.  The committees’ recommendations will rather represent a starting point for a continuing discussion of how best to position ourselves as an institution to strategically achieve our goals.  To that end, the campus community will be given the opportunity to provide feedback on the recommendations in the reports, both on-line and in town-hall settings.

I want to stress especially that President Hurley and members of his Cabinet are all committed to taking whatever time is required to solicit appropriate feedback from the campus community.  We have no intention of rushing to judgment or trying to implement recommended changes after the faculty has dispersed for the summer.  Assuming we receive the reports in early May, I would expect that the campus conversation I have described here will necessarily extend into the fall semester.  It may even have to wait until then to get started in earnest.

That said, we will want to move as expeditiously as possible to address the recommendations raised in the reports.  We will also be looking to link the insights and recommendations developed through this process to a new strategic planning process, set to get underway during the 2014-15 academic year as well.

We have a unique opportunity before us.  30 dedicated members of our campus community—37 counting those who served on the facilitation team—have spent the better part of the last year reviewing data and thinking long and hard, both individually and collectively, about our various programs and operational functions.  My hope is that this deep dive into our programs and operations will help all of us sort through our short- and long-term challenges and opportunities.  I hope too that by feeding this insight into the development of our next strategic plan, and by having the courage to make some hard but necessary decisions, we will be able to position ourselves strategically both to enhance the overall excellence of what we do and ensure that we are effectively meeting the needs of all the constituencies we serve, especially our students.   To that end, President Hurley and I, along with other members of his Cabinet, will welcome your continuing participation as we review and respond to the reports of the two committees in the weeks and months ahead.

Yours sincerely,

Jonathan

Jonathan Levin
Provost

A Message from President Hurley Regarding Relay for Life

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On Thursday, March 27, UMW was honored with both a Shining Star Award (for exceeding the previous year’s total dollars raised) and a Gold Award (for 35% participation and $125 average gift) at the Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign 2013 awards luncheon, held in Richmond. A successful campaign depends on your pledges and direct giving. I want to express my thanks to you for your continued participation in the CVC and for your donations to the various organizations that you support through direct giving.

In this regard I call your attention to the UMW Relay for Life, which benefits the American Cancer Society and provides an excellent opportunity for the UMW community to come together in the fight against cancer. Your donations will help UMW’s Relay for Life reach their fundraising goal of $54,000, and will count toward UMW’s  2014 CVC effort next fall.

UMW Relay for Life is next weekend, April 5-6, 6 p.m. to 7 a.m.  Come out and support the teams, walk a lap or two, or make a donation. Information about the event can be found here.

Thank you,

Richard V. Hurley

President

 

Call for University Employee Recognition Awards Nominations

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From the Office of Human Resources

For questions on these nomination processes, please contact Jennifer Cooper (jcooper4@umw.edu)  in the Office of Human Resources regarding the Coleman and Hurley awards and Priscilla Sullivan (psulliva@umw.edu) for S.A.C award questions.

Call for University Annual Awards Nominations

Nominations are now being accepted for the following University annual awards:

v  Charles Coleman Memorial Service Award (supervisor nominations only)

v  Richard V. and Rosemary A. Hurley Presidential Commendation

v  Staff Advisory Council’s Larry Atkins Staff Awards

NEW THIS YEAR, we will present our annual awards on Ball Circle to kick off the annual Employee Appreciation picnic on Monday, May 12, 2014.

The deadline for submitting nominations for all awards is 5:00 pm on Thursday, April 17, 2014.

Please visit the University Recognition Awards webpage for award selection criteria, nomination procedures, and the online nomination form for each award below.

  • Charles Coleman Memorial Service Award (supervisor nominations only): Charles Coleman was an employee of 29 years who demonstrated pride, dedication, and loyalty throughout his many years of service. This award was established in honor of his memory and exemplary service.  All classified and hourly employees with at least 5 years of continuous employment are eligible for the award.

 

  • Richard V. and Rosemary A. Hurley Presidential Commendation The intent of this award is to honor Mr. and Mrs. Hurley, who have consistently demonstrated a desire to recognize and reward outstanding service of University employees, and who have led by example in their work at Mary Washington.  The benefactors of the award are Elmer and Marceline Weatherly Morris, Class of 1950. Eligibility for this award is open to UMW employees, with preference for administrative/professional faculty members.

 

  • Staff Advisory Council’s Larry Atkins Staff Awards The Staff Advisory Council recognizes UMW employees who are the unsung heroes of our offices.  Larry Atkins was one of the first employees to receive the S.A.C. “We Couldn’t Do it Without You Award,” which has since been renamed in his memory. Any administrative faculty, wage, and/or classified employee may be nominated. Three UMW employees will be selected, one from each of the above classifications. 

For questions on these nomination processes, please contact Jennifer Cooper (jcooper4@umw.edu) in the Office of Human Resources regarding the Coleman and Hurley awards and Priscilla Sullivan (psulliva@umw.edu) for S.A.C award questions.

Thank you!

Latino Identities Month Call for Proposals

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We invite members of the University of Mary Washington community to submit proposals for the annual Latino Identities Month Celebration. This year’s celebration will incorporate aspects of Afro-Caribbean culture into its theme. Proposals are due by Thursday, May 15, 2014 and the sponsors will be notified promptly. Approved programs will be included on the Latino Identities Month calendar as well as in print and electronic publications.

LIM Program Proposal Form (PDF)

News from Advancement

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University Advancement announces new gifts and pledge commitments:

*An alumna from the Class of 1949 notified the University that she has made arrangements in her will to bequeath $60,000 to enhance her current scholarships for students.

*An alumna from the Class of 1974 pledged $37,500 over the next five years — $25,000 toward the amphitheater restoration initiative and $12,500 to continue her support of the Fund for Mary Washington at the President’s Council level.

*A married alumni couple from the Classes of 1983 and 1984 committed $70,000 to create a new internship program for students and to continue their annual support of the Fund for Mary Washington.

 

2014 Orientation Information

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For the second year, UMW will host six two-day orientation sessions for new students in June.  The dates are:

  • June 18-19
  • June 19-20
  • June 23-24
  • June 24-25
  • June 25-26
  • June 26-27.

There will also be three one-day transfer student orientations. Those dates are:

  • August 7
  • August 8
  • August 11

Informational Meetings:

To ensure that everyone is fully informed and has a chance to ask questions, two open meetings will be provided to the UMW community.  Come to learn more!

  • April 14  (4-5 p.m., Link 301)
  • April 15  (10-11 a.m., Lee 412)

Volunteer Opportunities:

There are many opportunities for volunteers to assist with Orientation. Volunteers are vital to the success of the program!  Look for an email soon with instructions on how to volunteer.

Thank you to all the faculty and staff leadership who are collaborating to create the schedule and program content.

For more information about these programs and services, please contact Liz Bradley, orientation coordinator, at ebradley@umw.edu.

Faculty/Staff Dining Room Closed March 26

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The Admissions Office will be using the Faculty/Staff Dining room on Wednesday, March 26 to host a large group of visiting high school guidance counselors.  Originally, the counselors were going to join the “regular diners” but the number of visitors will maximize the room’s occupancy.  As you know, these are important links in the University’s student recruitment process.  The Faculty/Staff Dining Room will be closed that day to UMW faculty and staff.  We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding and patience.  The other three student dining rooms will be open to faculty and staff as usual.

Richard R. Pearce
Vice President for Administration and Finance and CFO

Renovation of Woodard and Mercer Halls to Begin on Monday

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The following message is from Facilities Services: 

On Monday, March 17, our general contractor, W. M. Jordan, will begin preparation for renovation of Woodard and Mercer Halls. Mercer Hall will be completely renovated with additions on the north and south ends of the building. The second floor of Woodard Hall also will be renovated as well as the “Wash Room Area” on the first floor, and an addition will be built on the south end of the building. The Post Office and Eagles Nest in Woodard Hall will remain open during the renovation.  The elevator in Woodard will remain operational for deliveries only.

This construction activity will affect student and pedestrian traffic to and from Woodard, Mercer and Willard Halls as well as access to and from the Sunken Road parking lot and parking deck. A map of the construction site is attached. Woodard Egress & Access

In addition:

  • Campus Drive to Woodard and Mercer Halls will remain open for deliveries and construction vehicles only.
  • Pedestrian access to Woodard Hall will be permitted via the building’s entrance from Campus Walk only.
  • The brick walkway between Mercer Hall and Palmieri Plaza will be closed to pedestrian traffic.
  • The steps from the Sunken Road parking lot to the north end of Mercer Hall will be closed to all student and pedestrian traffic.
  • The steps from the Sunken Road parking lot to Campus Drive will remain open.
  • Access from the north end of Willard Hall will be routed east around the building towards Monroe Hall.

For questions or more information, contact Sidney Lambiotte, capital outlay project manager, at slambiot@umw.edu .