Associate Provost for Career and Workforce Kimberly Young

Join us online for our next Mary Talk!

We will hear from Kimberly Young, associate provost for career and workforce at UMW. Young will discuss Life After Mary Washington, our focused initiative to embed the principles of career readiness and workforce development into the fabric and culture of the UMW experience.

Young will share the 10 competencies that the University has adopted as a framework for preparing students to translate their campus experiences into career-relevant, resume-building skills. In addition, she will share how these competencies are an effective framework for alumni, too–whether firmly planted in careers or contemplating career transitions as they evolve as leaders and professionals.

Wednesday, November 15
7:30-8:30 p.m. (Eastern)
Online (via Zoom)

Register to watch the Talk and receive a link to the streaming video, which can be watched live or at a later time. You also will have the opportunity to submit questions.

Asian Cultural Celebration 2023
“The Global Impact of the AAPI Community”
Taking pride in their identities, the AAPI community highlights their contributions to American society and the world. Join the Asian Student Association and the James Farmer Multicultural Center to celebrate culture and traditions through various programs that include educational seminars, entertainment and food.

Panel Discussion on the AAPI Community and Building a Broader Coalition: Monday, October 30 | 6:00 pm | Chandler A/B, Cedric Rucker University Center
Join UMW faculty and local community members for a panel on AAPI history, culture, and experiences, and building allyship among each other.

Arts and Crafts: Tuesday, October 31| 5 pm | Digital Auditorium, Hurley Convergence Center
Join the ASA club for a laid-back night of making various AAPI arts and crafts. There will be music, snacks, and lots of fun to have! Directions will be provided for the activities and ASA members will be ready to help out.

Movie Night: Whale Rider
Wednesday, November 1 | 6:30 pm | Combs Hall, room 139
Join ASA for a movie showing, featuring “Whale Rider.” Whale Rider is a contemporary story of love, rejection and triumph as a young Maori girl fights to fulfill a destiny her grandfather refuses to recognize (Credit IMDb).

The Middle East Crisis: Extending Compassion and Recognizing Grief in Our Own Community | Dodd Auditorium, George Washington Hall | Wednesday, November 1 | 7:00 p.m.
The University of Mary Washington will host a community forum called “The Middle East Crisis: Extending Compassion and Recognizing Grief in Our Own Community” on Wednesday, Nov. 1, at 7 p.m., in George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium. The forum is open to the public and features experts from UMW’s faculty and staff, as well as community leaders, who will discuss their thoughts on dealing with the ongoing conflict in Gaza and Israel.

Asian Cultural Dinner: Thursday, November 2 | 5 pm – 8 pm | Dining at the Top of the CRUC, Cedric Rucker University Center
Cost with Campus Meal Plan is one meal swipe. For other prices please check the University Dining website: https://umw.sodexomyway.com/
Co-sponsored by Campus Dining
University Dining, in partnership with the Asian Student Association (ASA), is hosting a special, premium dinner to celebrate the rich and vibrant cuisines of diverse Asian cultures. The menu will include dishes from many Asian countries, including China, Korea, Japan, India, Thailand and Malaysia. Guests will also have an opportunity to talk with members of ASA about Asian cultures and the special events they have planned for the Asian Cultural Celebration week. For additional information, please e-mail Dining@UMW.edu

Taste of Asia: Saturday, November 4 | 4 pm | Chandler Ballroom, Cedric Rucker University Center
Cost information: $3 for UMW students, faculty and staff; $5 for the general public; or three canned food items.
Sponsored by the Asian Student Association.
Taste of Asia is an annual celebration of Asian culture. This popular event provides both entertainment and education, as Asian culture and lifestyle are presented through a fashion show, dance performances, and an array of ethnic foods.

For more information, contact the James Farmer Multicultural Center at (540) 654-1044 or umwjfmc@gmail.com. You may also visit students.umw.edu/multicultural. Please email us at umwjfmc@gmail.com if you have any questions regarding disability-related accommodations.

Classified Employees,

As we approach the holidays and the end of the classified employee leave year, 1/9/24, employees may want to determine now if they have excess leave that will be lost if not used by 1/9/24.

The new leave year begins on 1/10/24. At that time, maximum carry over limits are applied to annual leave balances. Classified employees may determine if excess annual leave will be lost by following the attached instructions. Supervisors may determine if their employees will lose leave by running the MyTime Accrual Detail report. The MyTime Supervisor Manual explains how a supervisor may run the report for their employees.

Please contact the Payroll Office at payroll@umw.edu with any questions.

See a visual example for help!

Lynda Worthy
Payroll Manager
lworthy@umw.edu
Phone 540-654-1045

Make a gift to EAGLEfunding:

UMW offers over 140 clubs and organizations – focused on service, civic engagement, academics, arts, sports, identity, hobbies, and more  where students can get involved and find their “community” on campus.

This October UMW students are raising funds to support their clubs and organizations and the amazing impact they have on our community. View the student-run clubs that chose to participate in this year’s EAGLEfunding campaign and help power their passions with a gift today.

The club with the highest number of gifts (counted in donors, not dollars) will receive an extra $1,000! The club with the second-highest gift count will receive $500, and the third-highest will receive $250. Thank you to Patti Boise Kemp ’69 for generously sponsoring these bonus gifts.

Make a gift to the Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign (CVC):

Since its creation in 1997, the Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign (CVC) has successfully raised over $54 million for charities supporting communities across the Commonwealth.

There are hundreds of worthy charities for you to consider, including the University of Mary Washington Foundation and others in our own backyard. View the list of participating charities you can support through the CVC. 

There are two options to make your gift. You can give via payroll deduction or make a one-time gift. 

Visit the CVC site for more information. 

All speaker presentations will be in the Weatherly Wing of Seacobeck Hall (Room 145) Wednesdays, 5:00 – 5:45 p.m

September 20th- Pathways to DifferentCareers in K-12 Education, DR. ANN BUECHE (AND TEAM) Chief Student Support Officer, Stafford County Public Schools: Hear how Dr. Bueche and members of her team believe they can influence positive change in education by providing exceptional support to faculty & staff…all with students in mind

October 4th- “My Oddball Journey of Computer Science Careers,” EILEEN MALICK Computer Science Instructor; Code RVA Regional High School: Learn how Eileen Malick has used software applications, mobile phone apps, robotics, and more to teach students and create connections for STEM careers!

October 18th- A Leader’s Recipe for Educational Success DR. SARAH CALVERIC Superintendent; Caroline County Public Schools: She has been called the “Michael Jordan of educational leadership, AND was named the regional Superintendent of the Year by the VA Association of School Superintendents.

November 1st- “Teaching is Magic: Community, Identity, &Crafting a Career You Can Love” VICTORIA PARENT English Teacher; Chesterfield County Public Schools: Find out how this UMW alum (’17 & ’18) is always on the go – from travel, to research, to working as an educator in resident with the NY Public Library, earning her National Board Certification & being teacher of the year finalist!

College of Education Fall Speaker Series

The following message is from the University Staff Council and Office of Human Resources:

Dear UMW Colleagues,

We are excited to announce this year’s recipients of our annual employee awards, presented Tuesday, Oct. 17, during the Employee Appreciation Luncheon. If you missed the event, you can read more in the UMW News story and share in our congratulations to this year’s honorees.

Assistant Director of Residence Life and Housing John Hughey, Academic Services Program Support Technician Anna Hollrah, and Academic Services Administrative and Office Specialist Allison Smith won the University Staff Council’s Larry Atkins Award, recognizing UMW’s “unsung heroes.”

Senior Student Success Coordinator Brian Strecker was announced as the recipient The Coleman Award, recognizing a classified or hourly employee’s dedication and exemplary service.

The Hurley Award for exceptionally meritorious service and character went to Simpson Library’s Head of Special Collections and Digital Scholarship Angie Kemp.

During the luncheon, we also shared with employees that UMW will be retiring the dress code policy. The University trusts that employees will present themselves in a professional manner and use good judgement to “dress for their day,” depending on their meeting schedule, standards of their professions, and level of interaction with the public. Employees should work with their supervisors if they have questions. We ask that employees wear their nametag when working with our many audiences so it’s clear you are someone who can answer questions and help navigate campus services and resources. Name badges can be requested online, and you’ll need your department FOAP to place the order.

We also celebrated the news from the recent state budget, which includes a 2% raise for UMW employees effective in December, in addition to the 5% raise already allocated this year. We look forward to gathering again in December for the annual holiday party. Save the date for Friday, Dec. 15.

Please contact Human Resources if you have any questions, and for more information about the annual employee awards, which result from nominations by the University community members. Please contact Terri Arthur (tlockhar@umw.edu) regarding the Coleman and Hurley awards or Sarah Appleby (sappleby@umw.edu) about the Atkins award.

UMW Faculty and Staff,

You’re invited to the annual Employee Appreciation Luncheon on Tuesday, Oct. 17, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Cedric Rucker University Center, Chandler Ballroom. Join us for a delicious lunch menu, award announcements, and raffle prizes. Please complete the response form by Friday, October 13, if you will attend.

Menu: Kansas City BBQ ribs, portobello burgers, pulled chicken, creamy coleslaw, orzo pasta salad, Southern potato salad, seasonal fresh fruit salad, grilled vegetable salad, baked mac and cheese, deviled eggs, assorted pies and cakes, sweet iced tea, lemonade, iced water.

There will also be raffle prizes, and the following awards will be announced: Larry R. Atkins Award, Charles Coleman Service Award, Richard V. and Rosemary A. Hurley Presidential Commendation.

In addition, staff and faculty photos will be offered on both Tuesday, Oct. 17, and Wednesday, Oct. 18, courtesy of University Communications. Stop by the Woodard Patio the afternoon of Oct. 17 or morning of Oct. 18 for a new portrait. Photos will be outside with a natural backdrop, weather permitting. Learn more.