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March is Procurement Month!

Governor McAuliffe has issued a proclamation to recognize March as Governmental Purchasing Month in Virginia. Each year, March is set aside as a time to advocate the role of the public procurement profession, and acknowledge the professionals that make a difference in governmental efficiency and effectiveness each day.Did you know… 1)  You can find all of […]

Thank You, Facilities Services!

I want to extend my thanks and tremendous appreciation to the Facilities Services staff for the outstanding effort and commitment you displayed in clearing the campus during and after this week’s snow storm. The extremely low temperatures and wind made for very difficult working conditions. I’m not telling you anything you don’t know but that […]

UMW Post Office Employee to Retire

Greg Render who you all know as the “mailman” is retiring. His last day will be Feb. 20, 2015. He appreciates everyone’s well wishes, but would prefer to sail off into the sunset without any celebrations.Lisa Amstutz will be temporarily covering the mail route; please contact the UMW Post Office if you have any special […]

University Gift Acceptance Policy

Vendors sometimes seek to express their appreciation for the University’s business by offering gifts, food, meals and invitations to parties. This can especially be true during the holiday season. The University’s Policy states that such offers are inappropriate and consequently are not accepted by the Procurement Services Department staff. We strongly encourage all UMW faculty […]

Fire Prevention Week

Governor McAuliffe Fire Prevention Week Message: Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 5-11, and Governor Terry McAuliffe is helping the Virginia Department of Fire Programs sound the alarm that working smoke alarms save lives.