Staff Senate Roster
2011-2012
Executive Committee
Colette Becker, Chair
Carol McKissick, Vice-Chair
Jessica Grabowski, Secretary
Roy Ross, Member- At-Large
Ken Fahnestock, Past-Chair
Representatives
Lisa Anderson, Budget Analyst, Budget and Financial Analysis
Exempt Staff Representative (Alternate)
Phone: 6-3824; Fax: 6-3550
Email: landerson@af.umaryland.edu
Senate Committees: Safety & Awareness, Community Outreach
Goals as a Senator:
Hobbies/Interests:
Term Ends: 2012
Colette P. Becker, Web Developer, HS/HSL, Academic Affairs (Senate Chair)
Exempt Staff Representative
Phone: 6-2855; Fax: 6-0099
Email: cbecker@hshsl.umaryland.edu
Senate Committees: Executive Committee, Alternate Exempt Staff representative to Council of University System Staff (CUSS)-Vice-Chair; Staff Senate Representative to HS/HSL Advisory Committee, Community Outreach Committee
Goals as a Senator: "To serve, to the best of my capability, the Staff that the Senate represents and to continue working with the Council of University System Staff (CUSS). "
Interests/Hobbies: Colette enjoys spending time traveling with her husband to Western Maryland and the Eastern Shore. She also enjoys playing the guitar, writing poetry and playing with her dogs Sarafina and Harley.
Term Ends: 2012
Patricia Boland, Assistant to the Director, Office of the Records and Registration, SSW
Exempt Staff Representative
Phone: 6-3608; Fax: 6-6046
Email: pboland@ssw.umaryland.edu
Senate Committees: Sustainability, Community Outreach
Goals as a Senator: "As a longtime campus employee, the opportunity to listen to concerns expressed by staff and offer a voice to those concerns at a campus wide level is an important goal to strive for as a member. Additionally I believe representation on the Senate offers a mechanism to improve communication between the Senate and UMB staff who may not be aware of the good work and initiatives of the Senate. I look forward to supporting the activities of the University in a positive manner."
Hobbies/Interests: Pat is an avid Lady Terps basketball supporter; enjoys running, biking and the beach. She is a long time Baltimore City resident who takes advantage of the many cultural opportunities offered locally and is a regular at the farmer’s markets.
Term Ends: 2012
Nancy Bowers, Director, Finance and Administration, School of Pharmacy, SOP
Exempt Staff Representative
Phone: 6-8105; Fax: 6-4012
Email: nbowers@rx.umaryland.edu
Senate Committees:
Goals as a Senator:
Hobbies/Interests:
Term Ends: 2013
Danielle Brown, Manager, Sponsored Programs Administration
Exempt Staff Representative
Phone: 6-7621
Email: dbrow010@umaryland.edu
Senate Committees:
Goals as a Senator:
Hobbies/Interests:
Term Ends: 2013
Anthony (Tony) Brown, Police Officer, Department of Public Safety
Non-Exempt/Excluded Staff Representative
Phone: 6-6882
Email: safestreesawarenessusa@gmail.com
Senate Committees: University Life, Parking
Goals as a Senator: "As a retired detective with the Baltimore City Police Department, U.S. Army veteran, former diplomatic security staff for the U.S. State Department, and as a community activist, my commitment to serving to provide for a better security for life and property in the community continues right here on the campus of the University of Maryland at Baltimore. Although my tenure with the University has been brief, I remain steadfast and true to my professional growth here. It is my goal as Staff Senator to be a voice for the staff, to address concerns, identify problems, share knowledge and to communicate needs to the Senate. I look forward to participating in activities and events that will promote and enhance the goals of the University."
Hobbies/Interests: In addition to his work with Safe Streets Awareness USA, LLC, a company he founded which provides safety awareness training and consulting services, Anthony enjoys time working out in the gym, sports, martial arts, traveling and sightseeing.
Term Ends: 2012
William (Bill) Crockett, Director, URecFit, OAA Campus Center
Exempt Staff Representative
Phone: 6-5743; Fax: 6-0265
Email: bcrockett@umaryland.edu
Senate Committees:
Goals as a Senator:
Hobbies/Interests:
Term Ends: 2013
David A. Delooze, Assistant Director, Operations and Maintenance
Exempt Staff Representative
Phone: 6-7569
Email: ddelooze@af.maryland.edu
Senate Committees: Policy/Legislative (Co-Chair), Staff Senate Representative to Parking Committee
Goals as a Senator: "The Staff Senate has a two-fold purpose. One is to represent exempt, non-represented nonexempt staff, and the Contingent II employees on campus and listen to their concerns. The second purpose is to communicate those concerns to the President of UMB and suggest a course of actions that may resolve those concerns.
Hobbies/Interests: Dave enjoys fishing, reading and cooking.
Term Ends: 2012
Tammy Dinsmore, Accountant, School of Medicine, Office of Resource Management
Exempt Staff Representative
Phone: 6-4852
Email: tdinsmore@som.umaryland.edu
Senate Committees: University Life
Goals as a Senator: "I would like to serve as a voice for staff discussing their concerns. I also would like to be a participant in many activities and be a part of the continued success for the campus."
Hobbies/Interests: Tammy enjoys spending time with her one year old, photography, gardening and organizing family functions.
Term Ends: 2012
Kenneth (Ken) E. Fahnestock, Department of Physiology, SOM (Senate Past Chair)
Exempt Staff Representative
Phone: 6-6288; Fax: 6-0728
Email: kfahn001@umaryland.edu
Senate Committees: Executive Committee, Work/Life
Goals as a Senator: "Having celebrated by 11th year on this campus, my goals continue to be available to serve the faculty and staff in the Department of Physiology. On top of that, I continue to serve the staff on the UMB campus that we represent under shared governance. I believe that the Staff Senate has made significant contributions over the years and it is my goal to see that we continue to be an avenue for staff to voice their issues, concerns and ideas. We, in turn, will insure that the correct person, office or entity on campus is made aware of issues that affect the staff on the UMB campus. The University of Maryland, Baltimore is an excellent institution to conduct research, patient care and teaching. Our exempt, non-represented nonexempt staff and the Contingent II employees on campus are the most important element of the work force, they make things run around here and they deserve the best representation a group like the Staff Senate can provide. This starts with improved communication across the campus to make the UMB staff aware of issues that effect their workplace and environment and it is my intention to continue to provide that type of representation as long as I am fortunate enough to serve as a Staff Senator."
Hobbies/Interests: Ken enjoys Senior PGA Golf, Traveling, PGA Golf, Coin Collecting, LPGA Golf, Cooking and GOLF!
Term Ends: 2013
Dawn Flair, Accountant, SOM/Department of Neurology
Exempt Staff Representative (Alternate)
Phone: 8-5807; Fax: 8-0244
Email: Dflair@som.umaryland.edu
Senate Committees: Community Outreach
Goals as a Senator: I have worked on campus for 5 years and feel it is important that the UMB staff is represented by someone who wants to make sure everyone has a voice and is concerned about issues affecting all staff. It is imperative that communication between staff and administration is a two-way process and that information is shared throughout the campus in a timely fashion."
Hobbies/Interests: Dawn enjoys traveling and spending time with her family. She also enjoys gardening and crafting with her friends.
Term Ends: 2012
Jessica Grabowski, Coordinator, Office of Budget and Finance (Senate Secretary)
Exempt Staff Representative
Phone: 6-3821; Fax: 6-8100
Email: jgrabowski@af.umaryland.edu
Senate Committees: Executive Committee, Community Outreach
Goals as a Senator: "During my term on the Staff Senate I would like to learn as much as I can about our organization, and aid the campus in its support of the surrounding community."
Hobbies/Interests: Jessica enjoys outdoor activities such a s biking, jogging and hiking. She also enjoys home improvement projects, reading, and spending time with her family.
Term Ends: 2013
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William (Bill) Hoffman, Department Administrator, SOD
Non-Exempt/Excluded Staff Representative (Exempt Staff)
Phone: 6-5406; Fax: 6-2089
Email: whoffman@umaryland.edu
Senate Committee: University Life (Chair)
Goals as a Senator: "I would like to make UMB an even better place to work and the Staff Senate would be an excellent forum to do so."
Hobbies/Interests: "Bill is a troop committee member and merit badge counselor for the Boy Scouts of America. He enjoys sports (Orioles and Ravens), theater and is a church Eucharist minister."
Term Ends: 2012
Marlene King, Coordinator, SOM/PT
Exempt Staff Representative
Phone: 6-5216; Fax: 6-4903
Email: marking@som.umaryland.edu
Senate Committees: Policy/Legislative, Communications, Diversity Committee
Goals as a Senator: "I have been an advocate for positive change by being involved with the staff senate. I am currently the executive coordinator in the department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science in the SOM. In addition, I serve as the secretary for the Baltimore Chapter of Sisters Network, Inc., which is the only National African American Breast Cancer Survivorship Organization in the United States. I also volunteer my time for the American Cancer Society and the American Heart Association."
Hobbies/Interests: Ms. King enjoys volunteering for the American Heart Association, American Red Cross and the American Cancer Society. She also is an active volunteer for the Maryland Charity Campaign with the Department of PTRS.
Term Ends: 2012
Phyllis Lovito, Office Manager, Family and Community Health/SON
Non-Exempt/Excluded Staff Representative (Exempt Staff)
Phone: 6-1799; Fax: 6-0253
Email: plovi001@son.umaryland.edu
Senate Committees:
Goal as a Senator: "I have worked on campus of the University of Maryland Baltimore since 1989, serving 13 years in the School of Pharmacy, 5 years in the School of Medicine and 3 years in the School of Nursing. I have served on the Staff Senate from 2002-2006 and 2007-2010. My goal as a Staff Senator has always been to assist all staff in keeping the lines of communication open with administration, faculty and other staff members. In these difficult economic times, it is essential to bring forth concerns of staff to the Senate and help resolve issues that relate to staff. I will engage in activities that will enhance the goals of the University."
Hobbies/Interests: Phyllis enjoys time spent with family and friends, singing, reading, cooking and crafts.
Term Ends: 2012
Thomas (Tom) McHugh, Program Director,Graduate Program in Life Sciences and Director, Office of Postdoctoral Scholars
Exempt Staff Representative
Phone: 6-6041
Email: tmchugh@som.umaryland.edu
Senate Committees: IT Steering Committee, Strategic Planning
Goals as a Senator: "I want to help ensure the needs of our campus staff are presented clearly to campus administration and addressed."
Hobbies/Interests: Baltimore Ravens football, grilling, music and spending time with his family.
Term Ends: 2012
Carol McKissick, Program Director, School of Medicine, UMB Freezer Program (Senate Vice-Chair)
Exempt Staff Representative
Phone: 6-0937; Fax: 6-0733
Email: cmkissi@umaryland.edu
Senate Committees: Executive Committee, Policy/Legislative, Exempt Staff (Alternate) representative to Council of University System Staff (CUSS)
Goals as a Senator: "An enthusiastic professional with 16 years experience in an entrepreneurial business environment (BIORESCO). 14 years prior experience in scientific research. During my time @ UMB, I have tried to foster understanding and build consensus between various parties by problem solving and formulating effective solutions." It is my hope, with your help, to continue this trend to the benefit of us all."
Hobbies/Interests: Carol is a community activist, mother of two teenagers, proud wife of a police captain and a home wine-maker.
Term Ends: 2012
Victor Peguero, Research Administrator, SON, Office of Research
Exempt Staff Representative
Phone: 6-7274; Fax: 6-8108
Email: vpegu001@son.umaryland.edu
Senate Committees:
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Term Ends: 2013
Mary Jo Pohlner, Admin Analyst, SOM
Exempt Staff Representative
Phone: 6-2656; Fax: 6-6897
Email: mpohlner@som.umaryland.edu
Senate Committees:
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Term Ends: 2013
Roy Ross, Operations and Maintenance Facilities Management
Non-Exempt/Excluded Staff Representative
Phone: 6-7570; Fax: 6-0864
Email: rross@af.umaryland.edu
Senate Committees: Non-Exempt/Excluded Staff Representative to C.U.S.S., Policy/Legislation (Co-Chair)
Goals as a Senator: "I have a vested interest pertaining to the well being of our staff and our campus community. I will continue to be a proactive voice in addressing the needs, concerns and well being of our UMB staff as well as addressing the needs and concerns of our entire campus community."
Hobbies/Interests:
Term Ends: 2013
Jean Marie Roth, Academic Program Specialist, SOM
Exempt Staff Representative
Phone: 6-8679
Email: jroth@som.umaryland.edu
Senate Committees: Community Outreach (Chair)
Goals as a Senator: "As a 35-year veteran of the University, I have found it a privilege to be a part of the Staff Senate this past year as a representative for the SOM. My goal is to continue working with this advisory board in assisting with implementing positive change for employees and for the campus as a whole. I feel it is important for us all to become more involved in community outreach as well and feel this group of individuals promotes that spirit of giving back. I have worked on the Outreach Committee and hope to continue doing so during my term as senator."
Hobbies/Interests: Knitting, scrapbooking, antiquing, decorating and volunteering in various church ministries as well as doing community outreach for the UMB Staff Senate as well as working on various projects to support our youth and the community with the Hereford Optimist Club. Love the theatre and enjoy volunteering at The Hippodrome. Also greatly enjoy walking and biking on the scenic NCR trail with my husband and just spending time with family and friends.
Term Ends: 2013
Gynene Sullivan, Assistant Director, Design and Production, SOL
Exempt Staff Representative (Alternate)
Phone: 6-2012; Fax: 6-5856
Email: gsullivan@law.umaryland.edu
Senate Committees: Exempt Staff representative to Council of University System Staff (CUSS) and Vice-Chair, University Life, Work Life
Goals as a Senator: "I believe that every employee has a voice, and that every school should be represented on the UMB Staff Senate. There are lots of good ideas out there, and I look forward to helping our staff communicate to the UMB Administration."
Hobbies/Interests: Gynene enjoys creative writing, yoga, hiking and traveling.
Term Ends: 2012
Bernadette Taylor, Program Director, Administration and Finance
Exempt Staff Representative
Phone: 6-8200; Fax: 6-0675
Email: btaylor@af.umaryland.edu
Senate Committees: Community Outreach, Parking, Safety & Awareness, Sustainability
Goals as a Senator: "To improve communications among employees and to help improve the work environment."
Hobbies/Interests: Bernadette enjoys gardening, reading, home improvements, painting, crafts, mentoring, church and Bible studies.
Term Ends: 2013
Yimei Wu, Manager, Faculty Affairs and Special Projects
Exempt Staff Representative (Alternate)
Phone: 6-5937; Fax: 6-4433
Email: ywu@epi.umaryland.edu
Senate Committees:
Goals as a Senator:
Hobbies/Interests:
Term Ends: 2012
Website Manager
Colette Becker
Web Developer
RML Office, HS/HSL
Phone: 6-2855
Email: cbecker@hshsl.umaryland.edu
