What Are Digital Displays?
Digital display monitors are located throughout campus in buildings and parking structures. These displays are tools used to communicate news, events, and information relevant to the University of Maryland, Baltimore community.
In order to ensure that the information from these displays is equally accessible to all members of the UMB community, the following textual descriptions of all digital displays have been made available below. This information is presented in a way that is accessible to assistive devices such as screen readers. Learn more about digital accessibility at UMB.
"The Role of Placebo in Clinical Trials," with Aziz Shaibani, MD, FACP, FAAN, FANA
Dr. Aziz Shaibani from Baylor College of Medicine will present the lecture, "The Role of Placebo in Clinical Trials" on 9/11/26 at 10 am ET. Attendees can join in person in SON 741 or online at https://umaryland.zoom.us/j/94043152840?pwd=ZXhreEkrMG1zWmZxdFFBWlNrMTlkQT09. Those seeking CE credits can register at https://umbnursing.ce21.com/item/placebo-opinions-center-guest-lecture-5-role-placebo-clinical-trials-789999
More information: "The Role of Placebo in Clinical Trials," with Aziz Shaibani, MD, FACP, FAAN, FANA
"The Role of Placebo in Clinical Trials," with Aziz Shaibani, MD, FACP, FAAN, FANA
Dr. Aziz Shaibani from Baylor College of Medicine will present the lecture, "The Role of Placebo in Clinical Trials." Dr. Shaibani is Clinical Professor of Medicine and Director of the Nerve & Muscle Center of Texas. This lecture is sponsored by the PBO Center, is open to the public, and is eligible for CE Credits. Attendees can join in person or virtually at https://umaryland.zoom.us/j/94043152840?pwd=ZXhreEkrMG1zWmZxdFFBWlNrMTlkQT09
More information: "The Role of Placebo in Clinical Trials," with Aziz Shaibani, MD, FACP, FAAN, FANA
(Replace) CARTI Grantsmanship
Announcing CARTI's new Grantsmanship Diagnostic & Tune-Up Service
10/22 flyer
Doctor talking to older patient and Mike Fingerhood's headshot
11th Annual Postdoc Appreciation Month
11th Annual Postdoc Appreciation Month
2026 Postdoc Appreciation Month
2026 Francis S. Balassone Memorial Lecture
2026 Francis S. Balassone Memorial Lecture
“Design and Implementation of a Competency-Based Doctor of Pharmacy Program: Lessons Learned”
Wanda T. Maldonado, BS Pharm, PharmD, FNAP
2026-27 President's Entrepreneurial Fellows - Application Window Open
Applications are being accepted through Oct. 2, 2026 for the 2026-27 President's Entrepreneurial Fellowship. Through the Fellowship, students gain hands-on training and experience advancing real-world, early-stage business ventures based on discoveries made by UMB faculty. Visit www.umventures.org/PEF for more information and to apply.
More information: 2026-27 President's Entrepreneurial Fellows - Application Window Open
33rd Steinberg/Wylie Lecture in Biochemistry
AN UPDATE IN MU L T I P L E SCL E R O SI S & A U T O I MMU N E N E U R O L O GY CO N F E R E N CE
MU L T I P L E SCL E R O SI S & A U T O I MMU N E N E U R O L O GY CO N F E R E N CE
Saturday, October 3, from 8am-12:30pm at the SMC Campus Center. Free event & food will be provided.
Advancing BE Frameworks for Inhalation Drug Products: Optimizing InVitro, InVivo, & InSilico Methods
Join the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Center for Research on Complex Generics (CRCG) for the In-Person (+Virtual) Workshop on "Advancing Bioequivalence Frameworks for Inhalation Drug Products: Optimizing In Vitro, In Vivo, and In Silico Methods" at The Universities at Shady Grove, Rockville, MD on October 14-15, 2026. Visit the CRCG website for registration and additional information regarding the workshop. We would love to have you join us for this in-person (+ virtual) event.
Allergy Clinic Services
University of Maryland Medical Center offers allergy shots, drops, and tablets for a variety of allergies. Immunotherapy is also offered to treat allergies. Call 667-214-1449 to make an appointment with one of our allergy specialists.
Conveniently located at 16 S. Eutaw St., Suite 510, Baltimore, MD 21201
An Update in Multiple Sclerosis and Autoimmune Neurology Conference
More information: An Update in Multiple Sclerosis and Autoimmune Neurology Conference
An Update in Multiple Sclerosis and Autoimmune Neurology Conference
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Annual HSHSL and UMSOP Vaccination Clinic 2026
Annual HSHSL and UMSOP Vaccination Clinic 2026
More information: Annual HSHSL and UMSOP Vaccination Clinic 2026
Are You a Supervisor at UMB?
Are You a Supervisor at UMB?
Find out what your new functions will be in Quantum One when it goes live on Oct. 12, 2026. Look for an email from the Quantum One Training Team and sign up to attend a one-hour large-group demonstration about your new role and functions.
Bodies of Knowledge Exhibit
Bodies of Knowledge exhibit at the HSHSL Oct 2026 - Jan 2027
CARTI Grantsmanship
CARTI Research Training Track Awareness
Bringing awareness to CARTI's Research Training Tracks
CARTI Spring 2027 Clinical and Translational Research Training Track Apps due
Announcement that applications are due for CARTI Spring 2027 Clinical and Translational Research Training Track Apps on Oct 5
More information: CARTI Spring 2027 Clinical and Translational Research Training Track Apps due
CRISPR SERVICES @ THE TRANSLATIONAL LABORATORY
Campus Health Services
Immediate and primary care services are readily available, convenient, confidential, and accessible to UM students and employees through Campus Health
Schedule an appointment today by calling 667-214-2233.
Conveniently located at 408 W. Lombard St. between Eutaw and Paca streets
Community Coffee Chat: EVS Staff Appreciation
The Circle - Pharmacy Hall Room N509
Tuesday, Sept 15, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Join the Office of Institutional Excellence and Environmental Services.
Grab a coffee, connect with colleagues old and new, and the dedicated Environmental Services staff members.
Share your appreciation in-person and write notes of gratitude for the EVS Staff in your building and on your floor.
Let’s grow and strengthen our School community together!
Core Values Challenge: Score Free Ravens Tickets
UMB students and employees can win tickets to one of the Ravens’ eight home games by answering questions about UMB’s core values.
Answer all of the questions to earn the maximum number of entries. Participants can enter multiple times, but each person can win tickets to only one game.
Winners will be notified about one week before the game.
More information: Core Values Challenge: Score Free Ravens Tickets
Dr. Peter Agre - Science Diplomacy - A Second Benefit from Our Careers
Dr. Peter Agre - Science Diplomacy - A Second Benefit from Our Careers
More information: Dr. Peter Agre - Science Diplomacy - A Second Benefit from Our Careers
EVS Employee of the Month for SEPTEMBER 2026
UMB ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES - A DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
SEPTEMBER 2026
EDWARD TAYLOR
EVS Clean Campus Ambassador
Edward consistently exemplifies a strong work ethic and high standards of professionalism. His supportive and collaborative approach benefits his teammates and the campus community, reflecting UMB’s core values.
Emerging Graduate Student Highlights Webinar
Digital flyer announcing applications for the AAPS Emerging Graduate Student Highlights Webinar on September 17, 2026, from 12:30 to 2:00 PM ET. Graduate students and recent graduates are invited to apply to present research in translational and clinical science. The flyer includes a QR code and application link.
More information: Emerging Graduate Student Highlights Webinar
FDA/CRCG Workshop on Navigating the GLP-1 Generic Drug Pathway
The final Agenda is posted on the CRCG website for the FDA-CRCG workshop, "Navigating the GLP-1 Generic Drug Pathway," taking place on September 23–24, 2026, at The Universities at Shady Grove; Rockville, MD. Please visit the website for registration and additional workshop information. We would love to have you join us for this in-person (+ virtual) event and contribute to the discussions shaping the future of GLP-1 generic drug development.
More information: FDA/CRCG Workshop on Navigating the GLP-1 Generic Drug Pathway
FIG-Call for Abstracts 2026
The Institute for Genome Sciences 9th Frontiers in Genomics
Redefining Models of Health and Disease through Network Science
Keynote Speaker: John Quackenbush, PhD
Thursday, October 15, 2026
3:00p – 4:00p
Taylor Hall |Bressler Research Building
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
Submission Deadline: 09/15/2026
Notice of Acceptance: 10/05/2026
Frontiers in Genomics
The Institute for Genome Sciences 9th Frontiers in Genomics
Redefining Models of Health and Disease through Network Science
Keynote Speaker: John Quackenbush, PhD
Thursday, October 15, 2026
3:00p – 4:00p
Taylor Hall| Bressler Research Building
Frontiers in Vaccinology
Title: Frontiers in Vaccinology Annual Honorary Lectureship
Talk title: Realizing the Global Potential of Vaccine Science & Implementation: Current Threats & Opportunities
Jeanne Marrazzo, MD, MPH, FACP, FIDSA
CEO, Infectious Disease Society of America
Date: October 1, 2026
Time:3 PM ET
Location: MSTF Leadership Hall
Reception to follow
Register now
QR code to https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/pt3pwtc/lp/989657d0-e841-434f-83ae-3c315467b3e3
Photo of Jeanne Marrazzo
CVD logo
Graduate Certificate in Medical Cannabis Clinical Science
Promotion for a new Graduate Certificate in Medical Cannabis Clinical Science beginning spring 2027. Text reads: “new for spring 2027. apply by dec. 1. graduate certificate in medical cannabis clinical science. fully online. built for working professionals. scan to learn more or visit pharmacy.umaryland.edu/CannabisClinicalScience.” Image shows a health care provider in a white coat using a stethoscope during a patient exam. University of Maryland School of Pharmacy logo and QR code included.
More information: Graduate Certificate in Medical Cannabis Clinical Science
HR Employee of the Month for JULY 2026
HUMAN RESOURCES
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, BALTIMORE
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
JULY 2026
A woman with long curly hair, wearing a red blouse, smiles for the camera.
Tamar Pair, MBA, MS
School of Medicine
The longtime employee is honored for her stellar work as business operations manager for the Clinical and Translational Research Informatics Center within the Department of Epidemiology and Public Health and for embodying the University’s core values.
University of Maryland, Baltimore logo
A DIVI
IGS - Fridge Clean Out
Refrigerator clean out - last Friday of every month. Please label with your name and date, if you'd like to keep it in the frige.
IGS - Title Page
University of Maryland
School of Medicine
Institute for Genome Sciences
IGS - Weather Widget
Weather Widget, weather is updated as it changes.
Innovation @ UMB | Explore Innovation: Tour Our New Prototyping Lab
Tours of the UM Ventures, Baltimore device prototyping lab are offered on Tuesday, September 22 between 2 and 4 p.m. in MSTF, Room 6-28.
More information: Innovation @ UMB | Explore Innovation: Tour Our New Prototyping Lab
Kahlert Institute for Addiction Medicine Seminar Series
LAI Generics: Navigating Technical Hurdles in Product Development and Regulatory Assessment
Join the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Center for Research on Complex Generics (CRCG) for the In-Person (+Virtual) Workshop on "Long-Acting Injectable (LAI) Generics: Navigating Technical Hurdles in Product Development and Regulatory Assessment" at The Universities at Shady Grove, Rockville, MD on December 1-2, 2026. Information regarding registration and additional workshop information can be found at the CRCG website.
Lexington Market Discount
UMB Discount Available at Lexington Market
Select vendors are proud to offer a discount to all University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) staff, faculty, and students. Please show your UMB One Card to receive the discount at participating vendors.
PTS-September 2026 Do You Know
University of Maryland Baltimore Parking and Transportation Services informational graphic about EV charging etiquette. The graphic states: “Do You Know... EV Charging Stations are provided as a convenience to UMB parkers? Please limit charging to 4 hours to allow other EV drivers to utilize the stations.” Transportation icons appear along the top. The graphic includes the UMB logo, a QR code, and a web address for more information: umaryland.edu/parking/garages/electric-vehicles.
PTS-September 2026 Tip of the Month
University of Maryland Baltimore Parking and Transportation Services “Tip of the Month” is to promote UMB Rideshare. The graphic encourages students, staff, and faculty to use carpooling, transit, and biking options to save money and reduce environmental impact. It includes a photo of three rideshare participants in a vehicle, a QR code, and the website: umaryland.edu/parking/transportation/rideshare.
Perinatal Substance Use Disorder Management: Clinical Best Practices
Hendree Jones, Katrina Mark and Essence Hairston's headshots
More information: Perinatal Substance Use Disorder Management: Clinical Best Practices
Quantum One Line Manager Demonstrations
Are you a supervisor in eUMB HRMS? Find out how your role is changing when Quantum One goes live in October, 2026. Look for a Percipio email message and sign up to attend a one hour large group demo on your new role and functions! Get Ready to Go Live With Quantum One This Fall!
Register Now: UMB Virtual Town Hall on Universal Design for Learning
Register Now: UMB Virtual Town Hall on Universal Design for Learning
Sept. 10 | 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Featuring Thomas J. Tobin, PhD
Learn practical strategies to improve accessibility, support student success, and prepare for Title lI ADA requirements.
More information: Register Now: UMB Virtual Town Hall on Universal Design for Learning
SON CPH 60th Anniversary UPDATED INFO
SON Community Health in Action: 60 Years of Caring, Innovating, and Learning. Join Us for special anniversary events to celebrate six decades of the Community/Public Health Nursing program at UMSON. Learn more and register at nursing.umaryland.edu/cph60
SON CPH 60th Anniversary
University of Maryland School of Nursing; Community Health in Action;
60 Years of Caring, Innovating, and Leading; Join us for a special anniversary event to celebrate six decades of the Community/Public Health Nursing program at UMSON; Saturday, Sept. 26, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at UMSON; Learn more and register at www.nursing.umaryland.edu/cph60
Small Habits: Phone
The "Small Habits, Big Difference" branding for UMB Police and Public Safety's fall safety initiative. The tip says, "Be ready. Save our number in your phone: 410-706-6882." There is an image of a phone.
Substance Use Disorders in Older Adults?
Doctor talking to older patient
Title II - Accessible syllabi help students access course information independently.
UMB Supports Digital Accessibility for All
Accessible syllabi help students access course information independently.
Use headings, readable fonts, and descriptive links.
Avoid scanned PDFs whenever possible.
Title II: Use captions for live and recorded video content
UMB Supports Digital Accessibility for All
Use captions for live and recorded video content.
- Captions improve access for students and the public.
- Review auto-generated captions for accuracy.
More information: Title II: Use captions for live and recorded video content
UM Ventures, Baltimore Innovation Challenge
UM Ventures, Baltimore is hosting an Innovation Challenge to advance early-stage technologies at UMB. Visit https://www.umventures.org/umb-ventures/innovation-challenge to learn more.
More information: UM Ventures, Baltimore Innovation Challenge
UMB Connect - Sept
What Is UMB Connect?
UMB Connect is a multi-modal transportation service designed to get you where you’re going on time. Riders have options: they can request trips between designated locations on and around campus or use the UMB Shuttle to get to popular destinations around Baltimore.
UMB IRB Chair & HRPO/IRB Virtual Office Hours
UMB President's Message
Look for the President`s Message in your inbox and on The Elm every month. Read the digital newsletter at elm.umaryland.edu.
UMB celebrates America at 250
UMB celebrates America at 250
Discover how the University of Maryland, Baltimore has advanced research, improved health, strengthened communities, and driven innovation for over two centuries, making an impact on U.S. history and continuing to help the nation meet its greatest challenges.
UMB'S 2027-2031 Strategic Plan Is Complete
UMB'S 2027-2031Strategic Plan Is Complete
After months of hard work by the co-chairs and logistics and steering committees, UMB's 2027-2031 Strategic Plan has been finalized. The strategic plan, which was augmented by valuable feedback from our diverse University community, will guide UMB's collective priorities over the next five years.
More information: UMB'S 2027-2031 Strategic Plan Is Complete
UMBs Core Values
UMB Core Values: Respect and Integrity; Well-Being and Sustainability; Equity and Justice; Innovation and Discovery.
University of Maryland, Baltimore
hashtag #UMBtotheCore
Values in Action Speaker Series Sept 2026
Poster for UMB’s Values in Action Speaker Series highlighting the core values of Respect and Integrity. The September event features Nicole Palmore, Denise Meyer, Keisha Blake, and Kyra Franklin in a conversation about the experiences of employees whose essential work may not always be visible across campus. The discussion will explore how everyday interactions can help ensure all members of the UMB community feel seen, valued, and respected.
WMS Campaign: Work-related Jam
Want to clear up some work-related jams?
Contact the Workplace Mediation Service to get started.
410-706-4270
umaryland.edu/mediation
The Workplace Mediation Service is part of the Center for Dispute Resolution at the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
Zotero Workshops
Announcement for Zotero online workshops featuring a logo, dates, and benefits listed with a QR code.