Interdisciplinary Life Sciences Building Construction ILSB construction project begins May 1
This spring marks the beginning of the Interdisciplinary Life Sciences Building (ILSB) construction project, an important facility that will greatly expand the university's life sciences programs and teaching facilities. The project also provides an opportunity to update the areas surrounding the new building.

The ILSB will replace the existing Academic Services Building, adjacent to the Commons. The new, four-story facility will provide high-technology classrooms, seminar rooms, and flexible and adaptable research labs for undergraduate, graduate, and post-doctoral students. The surrounding areas to be updated include a new plaza with improved walkways and plantings, as well as renovations to the Quad, which will see added pathways and improved landscaping. The project is slated for completion by the summer of 2019.

We understand that construction projects of this magnitude impact the campus in many ways, including pedestrian pathways, vehicular routes, and parking, and we appreciate your patience and flexibility. As part of the planning process for the project, we have addressed accessible routes and features that may be affected by the construction. If people with disabilities experience any unforeseen accessibility-related complications as a result of this construction we ask that they contact the university's ADA Coordinator so that accessibility concerns can be addressed in a timely manner.

As project construction begins in early May 2017, several areas across campus will be directly impacted over the course of the summer. Specifically, those areas are:

The Quad

On May 1, we will be closing access to the Quad. Preparation for the foundation of the new building requires utility work, which will extend from the construction site to academic row. Fencing will be erected with signage directing pedestrian traffic around the construction area. Access to buildings in the area will remain open, however we recommend using alternate pathways outside of the Quad during the construction period. The Quad will remain closed for the first year of the project.

Commons Circle and Gated Lot 2 Parking

As part of the first phase of construction, crews will be developing a new drop-off circle adjacent to the Physics Building which will replace Commons Circle. This work will require closing a small section of Gated Lot 2. Upon completion of the new circle, scheduled for the end of the summer, it is estimated that 20 spaces will be displaced.

Access to Commons Circle will be restricted to deliveries and service vehicles only. In the interim, please consider using other drop-off locations on campus, such as the main campus entrance, the library, and Poplar Ave.

Commons Drive and Garage

Commons Drive and Garage will remain open throughout the entirety of the project with only minimal interruption. However, due to safety concerns and width limitations of the road, curbside parking on the north side of Commons Drive will be removed to allow for safe travel of construction equipment to the site. Approximately 20 parking spaces will be inaccessible for the duration of the project.

As we move forward with this important project, we encourage you to visit the ILSB project website and join our myUMBC group to receive news and updates and stay apprised of how construction on this project may impact you.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.

Lenn Caron, Assistant Vice President, Facilities Management
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Did you know that you can pick up a laptop from the Library’s Check Out desk?  We have 10 Macs and 10 Dells that are loaned out on a first-come first-served basis.


In order to make laptops available to as many people as possible, laptops may not be renewed, and patrons must wait 24 hours to check out another.


Availability and more information: http://lib.guides.umbc.edu/laptops

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POSITION TITLE: Library Services Technician (Job # 020)

PERSONNEL STATUS: Nonexempt, Full-time, Regular
DEPARTMENT: Library 
RESPONSIBILITIES: The incumbent will support the mission of the Circulation Department by staffing the department on weekends and during the late afternoon. Using various automated systems, the incumbent will process library materials and requests for users in a quick, efficient, and courteous manner and provide support to library patrons needing basic research help or assistance with library technology and equipment.   Specific duties include: assisting with all departmental functions such as faculty reserves, patron registration and billing, and building security; performing stacks maintenance using Library of Congress classification to shelve, shift, search and shelf read the collection; monitoring the exit control theft prevention system; applying prescribed measures to prevent theft of library materials; and performing other duties as assigned.   Hours for this position are: Saturday 10 a.m.- 6:30 p.m. and Sunday - Wednesday 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Hours are subject to change to reflect changes in library hours and staffing needs. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Experience: Requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least one year of library or related clerical or public service experience. Must have:  experience in a customer service environment serving a diverse population, with preference given to experience in a library’s circulation or stacks department;  highly effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to provide guidance and instructions to student assistants and to organize work to meet conflicting demands while maintaining careful attention to detail; and demonstrated ability to work independently, to work cooperatively on a team, and to exercise initiative in applying rules, procedures and instructions.  Must be proficient in using library technology, software and databases.

SALARY: Pay Range 7 (starting at $30,177) based on University of Maryland System Pay Program

APPLICATION: Applications are available for download from our web site at: http://hr.umbc.edu/employment/employment-application/ or by calling 410-455-2337 (a cover letter and resume may be submitted in addition to the application).  Interested and qualified candidates must submit a UMBC application (indicate position title and Job #020 on the application) no later than May 11, 2017 to:

UMBC Department of Human Resources
532 Administration Building 
1000 Hilltop Circle
Baltimore, Maryland 21250

As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

UMBC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

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For more fiction, head up to the fourth floor and browse the PR and PS sections.
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Dear Members of the UMBC Community,

It is with deep regret that I pass along the sad news that Michael Henson, long-time security officer on the UMBC campus, passed away suddenly at his home on Saturday, April 15, 2017.

Mr. Henson served his country with distinction for four years in the U.S. Air Force and entered state service with the Maryland Department of Transportation, before arriving at UMBC in 2010. The police department and the entire UMBC community were incredibly fortunate to have experienced his wonderful personality, positive attitude, and exceptional commitment to helping others. Mr. Henson’s strong work ethic and dedication to supporting all students, faculty, and staff reflect all the police department strives to be.

Since word of his passing, many members of the campus community have written the police department to express their condolences. This outpouring of support is a strong reminder of the lives he has touched in the most positive ways during his time at UMBC. He was an invaluable part of the community and his presence has made UMBC a better place for all of us.

Viewing services for Mr. Henson will take place on Friday, April 28, 2017, 5-7 p.m. at March Funeral Home, 4300 Wabash Ave., Baltimore, MD 21215. Funeral services will take place Saturday, April 29, 2017, beginning at 11:30 a.m.

Mark W. Sparks, Chief of Police
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CONTEST INFORMATION:
* Each team must be up to 5. Only 10 teams total will be accepted on a first come first serve basis
* Each team will receive a bag of 200 condoms to use in their art project. 

To enter the contest, please contact Samantha Smith at samsmith@umbc.edu with your team member information. 

Teams will be expected to bring their final projects to our event on Monday, April 24th from 7-9 pm in The Commons Sports Zone. Drop off by 6:45 pm. Students will have the opportunity to view all 10 projects and vote on their favorite one. Teams that come in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd will receive prizes and everyone will receive participation prizes.

Here are some ideas to get you started.

Rules:
1) Teams can only use the condoms given - cannot add or purchase more.
2) Teams may use additional materials like glue, tape or other adhesive, and can use cardboard or paper as well. 
3) Teams cannot use paint or glitter.
4) No more than 25% of the visible portion of the project can be non-condom material. 

For questions regarding the contest rules, contact Sheila Suarez at ssuarez1@umbc.edu

Event is sponsored by The Health Promotions office  
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The third and fourth floors of the AOK Library are Quiet areas.  These are good places to study if you don’t mind the occasional whisper or vibrating phone.


The fifth and sixth floors of the AOK Library are designated Absolute Quiet areas at all times.  If you need an environment free from talking, cell phones, or any other noise sources, these are the floors for you!  Library staff walk through the area periodically to enforce quiet rules, but you can also report violations to the Security Desk at 410-455-2331 or Circulation Department staff at 410-455-2354.

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Alliance is an annual, user-driven conference that brings together PeopleSoft technical and functional users from around the world for three days. DoIT’s own Todd Haddaway, Director of Database and Identity Management, and Stacy Long, Director of Enterprise Administration & Research Systems, presented UMBC’s Developer Toolbox in Las Vegas generating interest and requests from other universities for the source code to the toolbox so they can implement it at their institutions.

The Developer Toolbox for UMBC is a web-based program that allows developers, database administrators, and PeopleSoft administrators to monitor and control PeopleSoft. This allows developers allowing to self-service their problems with 5 unique tools all through one central interface.

Todd Haddaway at Alliance 2017

“It was great to see that there was interest”


Both Haddaway and Long described how the toolbox is used in their job roles, as well as how it has benefited not just developers, but them as well. Haddaway went into some of the details of the tools like where the data is pulled from, while Long went in-depth on how developers at UMBC are using it. 

Originally, the two were supposed to present in just a room meant for 100. They were upgraded to another room and had 200 people come watch their presentation. “It was great to see that there was interest,” said Haddaway. “[We got] a lot of questions about why we decided to build the toolbox.”

“We actually missed the next session answering questions [from attendees].” said Long. 

With so much interest, Haddaway has decided to open-source the toolbox to over 15 different universities that are requesting it, like Penn State, Cal State and the University of Massachusetts. By open-sourcing the toolbox, Haddaway hopes to help other institutions easily provide these services to their own community. 

“...gives us the opportunity to highlight some of the innovative solutions that we have developed at UMBC”


Overall, Alliance 2017 was a great experience for the two and provided a great networking opportunity as well. “Networking with my peers at that conference is always helpful and by presenting, I made even more connections than I have at previous events.” said Long. 

As for Alliance 2018, the two want to present again but on different topics. “Presenting at regional and national conferences gives us the opportunity to highlight some of the innovative solutions that we have developed at UMBC.” said Haddaway. “It also fosters conversation and collaboration with folks from other institutions.”

Follow the DoIT myUMBC group for more news and updates.
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Khalid Muqueeth, a senior in information systems, is a student worker at the Technology Support Center (TSC), which is the first stop in assisting the UMBC community with technology questions and requests. As he prepares for graduation, Muqueeth reflects on his past two years as a Senior Consultant at the TSC.

Growing up, Muqueeth had an affinity for technology. He always went after the tech classes in high school rather than the art ones. Muqueeth was also good with talking to people in general, so naturally the TSC was a good fit for him.

When he first started at the TSC, Muqueeth was thrown off as to what he would be doing. “I didn’t know what to expect,” Muqueeth said. “I thought I would be doing more hardware stuff.” Things like hardware support are one of the few things the TSC can’t do. Although he was good at answering phones, he made a small script of what to ask people to better assist them with their problems until he had it memorized by heart.

“One thing I always try to follow is, life is too short [you should] help someone else.”


He also recalls his first day as a jumpstart into working in IT support. On his very first shift, there were multiple calls coming in at once and a constant rush of people coming up to the front desk seeking tech support. 

It wasn’t a solo effort though, as Muqueeth would go on to learn. Even during the constant rush, there was always someone with him at the desk to help out when needed. “It’s a group effort more than a solo effort,” Muqueeth said. “Everybody who works there, we all have each others backs.”

When not at the TSC, Muqueeth spends part of his time volunteering. Ever since high school, he has actively volunteered with Habitat for Humanity and has gone on to join Helping Hand. “One thing I always try to follow is, life is too short [you should] help someone else.” said Muqueeth. 

He also finds time to volunteer at soup kitchens, while also playing an active role as an advisor to the Muslim Student Association (MSA) here at UMBC.

“....It’s like a little world in an office”


For the next wave of TSC student workers, Muqueeth has some key advice to pass down. First, practice makes perfect when you’re answering phone calls and it’s beneficial to recognize the tone of the person you’re talking to. The most important piece of advice? Don’t be afraid to fail, since you will learn a lot with assisting with different types of people. 

 “It’s a spontaneous job, no matter what you’ll be asking for help.” Muqueeth said. 

Looking at his past two years, Muqueeth never imagined staying on this long, but has felt good for the times he was able to help people and is thankful for it. He attributes it to two main things; his fellow students he has worked with and how fulfilling the work is when he helps someone. “Everyone is different and fun,” said Muqueeth. “It’s like a little world in an office.”

Like this story? Read about other TSC students like Lily Prokop who is also an Oboist or Saiful Islam, another senior consultant who works at the TSC.

Be sure to follow the DoIT myUMBC group for job listings at the TSC and additional news and features.
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Are you:
Then we want to hear from you!  We'll be paying each tester $25 in Retriever Dollars, which can be used for:
Email lloepe1@umbc.edu to set up an appointment.  Space is limited, so don't delay!

Edit: Sorry, all spots have been taken!  Thanks for your interest!

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