We are a workforce of more than 800 employees who bring a rich diversity of backgrounds, talents, and skills to the management of UMD’s complex physical environment. We keep the lights and heat on, the water running, the buildings and grounds in top shape, and restore services after floods and other unexpected events. We serve the campus community twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days per year. We are FM!
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FM News
October 2, 2026
Meet Tom Carroll, FM’s New AVP and Chief Facilities Officer
Thomas “Tom” Carroll joined the University of Maryland on September 8 as Associate Vice President and Chief Facilities Officer, bringing more than 35 years of leadership experience in higher education, federal government, and military operations.
September 28, 2026
FM launches new chatbot, Scout
Facilities Management has launched a new chatbot, Scout, to answer questions about FM services and help visitors find information on our website.
August 20,2026
Sustaining a Living Legacy
Across the University of Maryland campus, gardens and outdoor spaces provide much more than beauty. They create places for learning, reflection, recreation and community while supporting pollinators, managing stormwater, providing shade and strengthening the campus ecosystem.
July 23, 2026
Fall Move-In & Welcome Schedule
The fall semester is one of the busiest times of the year on campus. As residence halls open and students return, expect increased activity across campus, including move-in traffic, Fall Welcome events, and the start of classes.
May 14, 2026
UMD Earns Bird City “High Flyer” Recognition
The University of Maryland Arboretum and Botanical Gardens has once again been recognized as a Bird City Maryland “High Flyer” campus, an honor awarded to campuses demonstrating significant commitment to bird-friendly practices, habitat conservation, sustainability, and community engagement.
