The UMSON Staff Council, in collaboration with the Staff Engagement Committee, would like to thank everyone who participated in the annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest. The effort and creativity poured into each submission was not only impressive, but it contributed to making the contest a memorable and enjoyable experience for everyone! Your participation truly adds to the positive spirit of our workplace!
The winners of the 2026 Pumpkin Decorating Contest are:
Baltimore Winners
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“Creepin’ It Real” – The Spookiest! – "The BOO-tanical Garden, where we're all dead inside ... but still thriving" by Megan Meadow
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“#SquashGoals” – The Most Creative! – "The Vampire Cat" by Anna Dressman
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“You’re the Pick of the Patch!” – The People’s Pumpkin! – "A Very Sparkly Halloween" by Shontia Bolden
USG Winners
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“Creepin’ It Real” – The Spookiest! – "Pumpkula" by Claire Bode
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“#SquashGoals” – The Most Creative! – "A Nursing Odyssey" by The CSL Team
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“You’re the Pick of the Patch!” – The People’s Pumpkin! – "Eye of the Storm" by Sham Pestaner