News You Can Use: FM Pipeline September 8, 2025
Reminder: Drive & Work Safely on Campus
Campus is buzzing with students, faculty, and ongoing Purple Line construction. As a reminder, please:
- Use extra caution while driving or working.
- Follow police directions at all times.
- Stay clear of secure areas when advised.
Your safety—and the safety of others—depends on it.
Congratulations to Karen Petroff
Join us in celebrating Karen Petroff, Director of Landscape and Special Services, who will be honored at the upcoming Faculty and Staff Convocation. Karen is receiving the President's Distinguished Service Award—a well-deserved recognition of her leadership and impact. Congratulations, Karen!
Reminder: Register for Fall All-hands Meeting
The fall FM All-Hands meeting is Thursday, September 18, 10 to 11:30 a.m. In addition to updates from FM leadership, this session will feature guest speakers Bob Reuning, Interim Vice President for the Division of Administration, and Tania DeBarros, Counselor with the Faculty Staff Assistance Program. All-hands meetings are presented via Zoom. Staff with limited access to technology can participate in person at our group viewing locations, Tawes Hall, Rm 0223 (Spanish) and Knight Hall, Rm 1206 (English). Register online.
Coming Soon! Customer Service Training
FM’s new Customer Service Training program begins this fall with pilot groups running Oct. 21–30 and regular training beginning in Nov.
- 12 hours of training across four sessions
- Sequence: Supervisors → Frontline → Leadership
- (No sessions during Thanksgiving week or Winter Break)
Watch your email for more details and registration information.