Staff Senate Elections
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You can vote for up to 8 candidates on your ballot.
Voting is open May 11 through May 18, 2026, at 11:59pm.
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Started in 1994, the Staff Senate serves as an advisor and a channel of communication to the UMB president and leadership team in the areas of policies and procedures that affect the quality of staff members’ work-life and their level of contribution to the strategic goals of the University.
Voting is Now Open!
You can vote for up to 8 candidates on your ballot.
Voting is open May 11 through May 18, 2026, at 11:59pm.
Vote Now
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Shared Governance Statement
Shared governance is a priority at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB). We believe in a shared responsibility among staff, faculty, administration, and students to promote a collaborative process whereby UMB and the faculty, staff, and students have regular dialogue on important issues of concern to the parties. The common shared objective is to enhance the goals of the institution.
See the University System of Maryland policy for specific examples
The Staff Senate consists of over 20 exempt staff members who represent all the schools and central administration.
We advocate on behalf of UMB staff with regard to University policies and procedures that affect eligible employees; work environment and staff morale; and issues impacting wages, benefits, and working conditions. We also lead many Universitywide community outreach activities.
View our monthly meeting schedule, or check the Elm Calendar for upcoming UMB events.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore is the founding campus of the University System of Maryland.
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