FM Staff News

June 05, 2025

Vacation mode: activated. But before you log off for a well-earned summer break, take a moment to set your out-of-office message. This quick task helps keep communication flowing smoothly while you're away—and shows our commitment to great customer service even when we’re off the clock. Here’s how t...

May 07, 2025

On a typical day, Facilities Management’s Space Management team is juggling space change requests, analyzing space-use data, and collaborating with campus partners to find efficient, data-informed solutions for evolving space issues. Part puzzle, part problem-solving, university space management is ...

May 06, 2025

Lighting plays a critical but often overlooked role in making the University of Maryland campus safe and welcoming after dark. From pedestrian pathways to parking lots, Facilities Management’s (FM) Electrical Services Exterior Lighting team is responsible for keeping more than 2,600 pole lights oper...

May 02, 2025

On Wednesday, April 23, Facilities Management Human Resources (FMHR) hosted the FM staff for a luncheon at the South Campus Dining Hall. FM staff members enjoyed the complete spread of meal options from salads to full entrees, along with great conversations.FM Human Resources Luncheon Photo Gallery

May 02, 2025

Another successful Maryland Day took place on Saturday, April 26, as tens of thousands of people shrugged off an early threat of rain to enjoy all that the University of Maryland has to offer. Facilities Management shared information about its many responsibilities in a fun way, and with the chance ...

April 28, 2025

After five years of behind-the-scenes planning, testing, and teamwork, a new era of facilities service has officially begun. On April 7, Facilities Management and its partners in Residential Facilities, Dining Services, Recreation & Wellness, and STAMP launched SHIFT (also known internally as As...