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    <div class="html-content"><div>Hi Everyone,</div><div><br></div><div>Great news! The refreshed Employee Handbook covering 2025-2026 has been published and is ready for you.</div><div><br></div><div>This is your go-to resource for understanding UMBC's policies, procedures, benefits, and expectations. We encourage everyone to take some time to familiarize themselves with the contents.</div><div><br></div><div>Find the 2025-2026 Handbook here: <a href="https://umbc.box.com/v/staffhandbookpdf" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">https://umbc.box.com/v/staffhandbookpdf</a></div><div><br></div><div>Got questions? The HRSTM team is here to help! Reach out at <a href="mailto:HRSTM@umbc.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">HRSTM@umbc.edu</a>.</div><div><br></div><div>Best,</div><div>Human Resources &amp; Strategic Talent Management</div></div>
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<Summary>Hi Everyone,     Great news! The refreshed Employee Handbook covering 2025-2026 has been published and is ready for you.     This is your go-to resource for understanding UMBC's policies,...</Summary>
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<PostedAt>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 15:46:59 -0400</PostedAt>
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