FM Staff News

September 18, 2024

Imagine: You send a project update email to a large group of stakeholders. Several recipients have follow-up questions but instead of solely replying to you, they hit the dreaded “Reply All” button. Now EVERYONE is getting bombarded with emails! Making the problem worse, irritated employees begin us...

September 16, 2024

Welcome to the first in a series of brief articles about safety controls in Facilities Management (FM), where we work hard to keep our workplace safe and healthy for everyone. While personal protective equipment (PPE) often gets the spotlight, it's just one piece of the puzzle. In FM, we employ a ra...

September 13, 2024

As part of Facilities Management's ongoing commitment to supporting the professional growth of its diverse workforce, FM launched a new Computer Literacy Training Program Pilot earlier this month. The pilot, developed in collaboration with the University of Maryland Extension's Tech Extension progra...

September 06, 2024

FM’s very own staff a cappella and musical group, Terpcapella is returning! This is a unique opportunity to showcase your musical talents while fostering team spirit and strengthening connections with colleagues across FM and UMD. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just looking for a fun, stress...

September 06, 2024

At the University of Maryland, the Facilities Management (FM) team plays a pivotal role in ensuring the campus is primed for success, especially at the start of a new academic year. Move-In Week in August is a peak time when FM’s careful planning and hard work truly shine. By providing essential ser...

September 06, 2024

Thousands of Terps flocking to campus this fall have been greeted with a unique way to “ring” in the new academic year. An eye-and ear-catching art exhibit now leads the way to Thurgood Marshall Hall, with five 12-foot-tall red rings circling the sidewalk at the Do Good Plaza entrance. As pedestrian...