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The Professional Staff Senate (PSS) is the official representative body of professional, or exempt, staff employed at UMBC. The PSS provides a forum for discussing issues involving or of interest to exempt staff members, such as academic and administrative policies. PSS works diligently to maintain and contribute to community life at UMBC. Each year, the senators create an action plan for the year. 2019-2020 PSS Action Plan (the 2021-22 Action Plan will be up shortly). Senators also serve on campus and PSS committees each year. PSS Committee List.

Want to learn more about being a Senator? Check out this information from the PSS Info Session 3-30-2020.

Latest Updates

BreakingGround Grant Information Session

March 1, 12-1 PM

BreakingGround Info Session for Faculty and Staff Friday, March 1, 2024, 12 - 1 PM Hosted by the Center for Democracy and Civic Life The BreakingGround initiative awards grants of up to...

Posted: February 22, 2024, 8:56 AM

Polar Plunge at UMBC on Sun, March 10

Kickoff Swim Across America's Cancer Fundraising in 2024

Swim Across America - Baltimore is kicking off their 2024 fundraising season with a Polar Plunge right here at UMBC! SAA Baltimore raises money for cancer research and clinical trials at...

Posted: February 21, 2024, 1:38 PM

Performance Review Prep Mini - Thursday, February 29, 2024

USM Virtual Mini-Conference

The USM Learning & Talent Development Committee is hosting a virtual mini-conference on February 9, 2024 from 9 AM - 3:30 PM on Performance Review Prep. Register here This dynamic...

Posted: February 21, 2024, 9:50 AM

First Lego League Needs Volunteers on Saturday at the RAC!

The 2024 First Lego League Challenge Maryland State Tournament is next Saturday, February 24th, at UMBC! FLL is in need of more volunteers to fill many roles. FIRST LEGO League provides students...

Posted: February 19, 2024, 9:42 AM

Representatives Needed for Student Conduct Hearings

UMBC Student Conduct and Community Standards conducts full and formal judicial review hearings for students who request them. A student might request a board hearing if they are charged with...

Posted: February 13, 2024, 9:27 AM

2024 UMBC Suits You: Professional Clothing Drive

Donate professional clothing for students!

The Career Center is collecting new and gently used professional clothing for "UMBC Suits You" as part of Career Month: We are asking staff, faculty, alumni, and affiliates to donate new and...

Posted: February 8, 2024, 1:15 PM

Mental Health First Aid Spring 2024 dates

Student Affairs is offering training this spring!

Student Affairs is excited to offer the UMBC community a 1-day skills-based training course designed to teach participants how to: **recognize signs of mental health or substance use disorders....

Posted: February 1, 2024, 10:09 AM

Campus Accessibility: Facilities Projects & Discussion

Monday, Feb 12 at 12 PM

Accessibility & Disability Services invites you to join Facilities Management and campus leadership for the upcoming Campus Accessibility Presentation and Discussion on Monday February 12th at...

Posted: January 30, 2024, 9:42 AM

Spring 2024 Group Fitness Classes

Head to the RAC this semester!

Get active and head to the RAC for group fitness classes! All classes are all levels and led by certified fitness instructors. Follow Fitness and Wellness on myUMBC to get updates.

Posted: January 26, 2024, 9:25 AM

Spring Training Opportunities

Talent Learning & Organizational Development's Offerings

Apply for the LEAP Leadership Development Academy! Are you A new people manager who needs to learn the foundational people skills to lead others and teams? A current supervisor who wants a...

Posted: January 16, 2024, 9:14 AM