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FY2027 Updated Leave Payout Rate

New annual update to the Leave Payout Rate

The terminal leave rate for FY2027 is 0.876%. This is effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. See the Leave Payout Rate Guidance webpage for explanations, relevant dates, details, and FAQs.

Posted: June 1, 2026, 9:53 AM

Rachel Brubaker's Retirement

CAHSS's indispensable research advocate retires on 6/1

As many of you already know, today marks the last day of UMBC employment for CAHSS's longtime research development anchor and lifelong arts & humanities advocate, Associate Director of CARAT...

Posted: May 29, 2026, 1:23 PM

Understanding and Monitoring Research Awards: A Guide for Faculty

Free Webinar from CITI (Registration Link Below)

Overview: This CITI webinar is designed for new and early-career principal investigators and faculty who are managing sponsored research. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the...

Posted: May 29, 2026, 10:02 AM

CS3 Summer Faculty Writing Group

Collaboration and Innovation

Join us throughout the summer months for a faculty writing group. Faculty from all disciplines are welcome! Our theme this summer is collaboration and innovation, emphasizing our shared commitment...

Posted: May 26, 2026, 4:05 PM

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