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Letter regarding Coronavirus Vigilance and the Holidays
The severity of the COVID-19 pandemic is very real, with rates of infection rising across the country — and though we may be tired of the virus, physical distancing, and taking precautions, the virus is not tiring of us. The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) has made decisions based on forecasts and assumptions of the virus’ impact, and I feel absolutely confident that we made the right decisions and are on the right course when it comes to keeping each other healthy and safe. We will cont Read more.
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How Do I Pause the SAFE on Campus Form If I Won’t Be on Campus for an Extended Period?
The SAFE on Campus daily symptom monitoring form has a question that allows you to request a change in your monitoring: Do you need to request a record modification or pause of daily symptom monitoring?When you answer yes, you will be given a choice of which type of modification you need: Pause Daily Symptom Monitoring, Change Contact Information, Change Supervisor, or Other. Read more.
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What Happens If I’m Not Scheduled To Work, Don’t Have Classes or Am Away?
Employees and students can ignore the email on weekends if they do not come to campus, and will be able to “pause” the email for vacations or other planned absences. Read more.
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Do I Have to Register or Complete the Daily Health Screening if I Am Teleworking or Learning Remotely?
Everybody must register for SAFE on Campus. Employees who are teleworking and students who are learning remotely can request a pause; the pause can extent through March 31, 2021. The supervisor and student school contact will have visibility so they can object to the pause or reactivate paused reminders. Read more.
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COVID-19 Survey Resources
Links to UMB surveys created during COVID-19 as well as resources for creating surveys. Read more.
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Health Benefits Open Enrollment: Oct. 19-Nov. 13
Employees will have until 5 p.m. Nov. 13 to change plans, change coverage levels, enroll for the first time, or participate in or continue participation in a flexible spending account. Read more on The Elm
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Nominations Open for 2021 MLK Diversity Recognition Awards
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Diversity Recognition Awards honor individual or group achievement in the areas of diversity and inclusiveness. Read more on The Elm
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UMB Launches ‘On the Front Lines: UMB Champions of Excellence’ Campaign
University is highlighting essential workers who’ve exemplified UMB's mission and core values to make a difference during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more on The Elm
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Tips and Advice to Teleworking Parents and Caregivers
HR website serves to address that “the COVID-19 pandemic has caused a work-life balance shift in nearly everyone’s lives.” Read more on The Elm
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UMB Awarded $2.3M for 4 Research Professorships
Matching grants through Maryland Department of Commerce help to recruit and retain research faculty.
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Honoree Pioneers Transport of Donor Organs By Drone
UMB's Entrepreneur of the Year is a pioneer in the use of drones to deliver transplant organs.
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Face to Face: The Academy of Lifelong Learning
Launched in May, the Academy of Lifelong Learning provides direct access to top UMB experts on a wide variety of subjects.
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Magaziner Details Pioneering Hip Fracture Recovery Work
During UMB Researcher of the Year Presentation, Jay Magaziner, PhD, MSHyg, emphasizes there is still much study to be done regarding hip fractures and recovery.
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Stars Align to Celebrate Founders Week Virtual Gala
“A Night of Stars” features philanthropy, food and cocktail demonstrations, singing performances, and gratitude for UMB’s efforts to fight COVID-19.