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Our Team Our Units Mission, Vision, Values Strategic Priorities FAQs Recognition News FM Deep Dive Podcast Series Working for FM
Capital Projects Create a New Service/Project Request Fleet Services Housekeeping Services Logistical Services Recycling & Waste Management Photography Services Renovation Projects Signs & Graphics Snow Command Center Request Service Special Services Terrapin Trader Warehouse
Arboretum and Botanical Garden Campus Facilities Plan Current Construction Map NextGen Energy Program SHIFT Student Facilities Fund Sustainability
ADA Transition Plan Building Inventory Design Criteria/Facilities Standards Facilities Archival Library Facility Quick Facts Glossary of Abbreviations & Acronyms OM&U Facility Managers On-Call General Contractor Specs Service Impacts Space Use Change Form UMD Office Standards UMD Spaces
Appreciation & Recognition Calendar Human Resources Tools & Resources Life@FM

December 09, 2025

Meet the Interim AVP: Bill Olen

Meet Bill Olen, FM’s new Interim Associate Vice President. From his early days as a student worker to leading major construction efforts, Bill reflects on his career, what’s ahead for FM, and what keeps him energized outside of work.
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Customer service
December 04, 2025

Improving the Customer Experience: What This Means for You

Walk into almost any building on campus, and chances are you’ll interact with someone from Facilities Management — whether it’s a technician responding to a work request, a project manager meeting with a department, or a landscaper keeping the grounds safe and beautiful. With thousands of daily touc...
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November 11, 2025

Sustaining a Living Collection

Walk across the University of Maryland’s campus and you’ll find yourself surrounded by a living collection, a carefully curated canopy that changes with the seasons but always reflects a steady hand of care.
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December 14, 2024

Dec. 17, 2024: Update Regarding DNCA Handling & Departmental Compensation

DNCA Destruction and Disposal ServicesAfter a temporary pause in services, Terrapin Trader has resumed pick-ups for the destruction and disposal of DNCAs. There is no charge for DNCA services, including pick up, destruction, and processing; for FY25, all expenses will be assumed by Terrapin Trader. ...
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September 23, 2025

Sept. 23, 2025: Notice: Suspension of Duty-Free De Minimis Regulation for International Shipments

Effective August 29, 2025, the Federal government suspended the duty-free de minimis regulation governing international shipments. This change will affect members of the university community who receive equipment, materials, or supplies from foreign suppliers.
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Blood Drive
October 09, 2025

FM Halloween Blood Drive

Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood or platelets — and you can help.Facilities Management is partnering with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive, and we invite you to join us in giving back. Thursday, October 30, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.Community Room, College Park City Hall (7401 Balt...
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