Inside the CRC Team that Keeps UMD Moving 24/7/365. It could happen in an instant. In the middle of a brutal cold snap, the heat in Tawes Hall begins to drop. Students pull on hats and zip up coats as the temperature slides lower and lower.

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.

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 touchpoints, FM has been sharpening its focus on one essential goal: improving the customer experience.

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.

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.

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.