In Spring 2023, waste audits were conducted to examine the impact of office deskside trashcans upon the campus recycling rate in Holloway Hall, Fulton Hall, TETC, Perdue Hall, and Henson Hall. Student researchers and the Recycling Staff found that a large amount of recyclable materials and trash bags was entering the waste stream via office…
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Sammy’s Stash Secondhand Shop Clothing Drop-Off
Sammy’s Stash has repurposed an old Clothing Drop-Off unit, which is now located outside Dogwood Unit J for clothing donations. By donating to Sammy’s Stash, you’re not only saving the environment, you’re also helping someone in your SU community obtain resources. Sammy’s Stash, A Secondhand Shop will have its ribbon cutting and grand opening on…
Fidelity Workshop on Retirement Basics | July 9
Dear Faculty and Staff, Fidelity will be hosting the online educational webinar, Retirement Basics, for all University System of Maryland employees on Tuesday, July 9 at 12 p.m. Learn about the power of saving and the different types of retirement accounts, including your workplace savings plan that you can utilize to save for your future….
Stay Safe in the Heat!
Summer is finally upon us and of course that means elevated heat and excessive humidity. This is a friendly reminder to stay safe in the heat while working. Take extra precautions if you work outside: Below is a great resource to aid in the prevention of heat illness at work: Heat Illness Prevention Campaign |…
Summer Fun with Bluewater Hospitality Discount
Salisbury University has partnered with Bluewater Hospitality to offer exclusive savings to our employees! See attached flyer for a 10% discount on all Bluewater managed hotels, and a 15% discount on Bluewater/Sun Outdoors campgrounds. Call or visit the Bluewater website today for additional details. Happy Summer! Office of Human Resources Salisbury University (410) 543-6035 or…
Workday Support for Go-Live
As we prepare for the transition to Workday for Financial and Human Resources, the Office of Information Technology wants to make sure you’re aware of how to receive support when using the new product: End-User Support If you have any questions regarding accessing Workday or utilizing any of the services offered, the following are available:…
ShoreCorps recognized again
Serving the nine counties that make up the Eastern Shore, ShoreCorps members engage in direct service to help build and grow organizations that better the communities they serve. Members include Tracy Smith, who serves with One Year to Empowerment. The organization works with teenage girls to help teach valuable skills including first aid certification and…
Farewell to Phil, an Outstanding Graduate Student
Nnaemeka Eke-Okocha, who goes by Phil, just finished his Master of Arts in Conflict Analysis and Dispute Resolution. During his studies, he also spent two years as the PACE graduate assistant. Phil is originally from the southeastern part of Nigeria, living there until 2019. That year he got a scholarship to study in Italy, where…
Another PCS cohort leaves their legacy
Since 2019 more than 50 student scholars have earned over $56,000 in exchange for their service. The Presidential Citizen Scholars (PCS) Program has helped those students to become civic leaders on and off campus. Supported by the Institute for Public Affairs and Civic Engagement (PACE) and the Office of the President, students received support to…
Announcing a new employee benefit from TIAA to help ease the burden of student debt!
Dear Faculty and Staff, Salisbury University wants to help you ease the burden of student debt with a new program from TIAA! The path to reducing your monthly student loan payment and working toward loan forgiveness could be getting much easier. As an employee of Salisbury University, you have access to a new financial wellness…