Category: Announcements

Internal announcements of interest to faculty and staff.

Statewide Ban on DeepSeek AI

The following message is from University Communications:Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin declared yesterday, Feb. 11, the use of DeepSeek AI is not permitted on state-issued devices or networks, including university-issued devices and networks.As Commonwealth employees, UMW employees cannot download or use the DeepSeek AI application on any state-issued device. This directive extends to contractors with the […]

Lost & Found “Exhibit” at Simpson Library

If you’re looking for a misplaced water bottle, book or other mysteriously missing item, you might want to check out the “lost & found” display at Simpson library. It’s a collection of items left at the library that have been cleverly displayed as an art “exhibit.” If you can’t find something…. you might want to […]

Save the Dates for Orientation and the Summer Enrichment Program

The following message is from New Student Programs and from the Summer Enrichment Program:UMW Colleagues,Save the dates this summer to join us in welcoming high school students and our newest Eagles to campus for overnight experiences during orientation sessions and the weeklong Summer Enrichment Program. We appreciate your participation!Orientation sessions are open to newly enrolled students, […]

Financial Wellness Events and Resources, Feb. 2025

Financial Wellness Program – February 2025Strategies to ThriveDear State Employees:The Employee Financial Wellness Program continues to provide resources to help you achieve financial independence as your financial wellness remains a priority in 2025! Please check out February’s financial wellness newsletter and the new items below to learn more about the financial education offerings and resources.Virginia Retirement […]

RESCHEDULED: 2025 Great Lives Series Featuring John Lewis, to Apr. 1

RESCHEDULED due to inclement weather: The Feb. 13 Great Lives Series on John LewisNEW DATE: Tuesday, Apr. 17:30 p.m. Dodd Auditorium, George Washington HallLecture by Ray Arsenault. For six decades, John Robert Lewis (1940-2020) was a towering figure in the U.S. civil rights movement. Renowned for his integrity, courage, and commitment to “good trouble,” Lewis’s […]