Staff news, Nov/Dec 2020
Educational & professional accomplishments, customer compliments and rememberances
Employee News Archive 2020
Winter weather prep
Facilities Management teams prepare for inclement weather.
Performance review process
The 2020 year-end appraisal process will follow a new format this year.
COVID testing at FM
Asymptomatic prevalence testing available weekly for Facilities Management employees.
Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign
The Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign (CVC) charitable donation drive is still happening this year, but with one big difference: no red envelopes will be distributed this year.
Staff News, October 2020
New hires, customer compliments and rememberances
Childcare resources
Review UVA's available resources for dependent care needs, such as back-up care and school and tutoring support.
Celebrating construction careers
Careers in Construction Month honors craft professionals
Winter clothing drive
FM is hosting a winter clothing drive now through Nov. 30
UVA Embarks on Ambitious Sustainability Plan
10-year plan strives for carbon neutrality by 2030
Thank you, UVA custodians
Recognizing our frontline workers for National Custodian Day.
President Ryan thanks FM staff
UVA president visits with Facilities Management teams
Sustainability is a Key Element of Alderman Library Renovations
UVA's Wastewater Surveillance System
Facilities testing residential halls' wastewater provides infection early warnings
What Happens When the Paint Peels Off Beta Bridge?
Clearing the multiple layers of paint off the bridge is no small feat.
Staff News, September 2020
New hires, best wishes to retirees, educational accomplishments and customer compliments.
Open Enrollment
UVA's Benefits Open Enrollment for 2021 is set for Oct. 5-16.
Message from Don, Sep 2020
Associate Vice President and Chief Facilities Officer Don Sundgren recorded this video message for Facilities Management employees.
Parking update
Important information about FM parking lots
Inclusive Excellence
Team charged with building FM’s Inclusive Excellence plan.
UVA custodial staff determined to keep buildings safe from COVID-19
New cleaning protocols have been in place for months.
Staff News, August 2020
Best wishes to retirees and Safety Stars recognized.
FM assists with UVA's wastewater sampling
Read a Q&A with Dr. Amy Mathers about UVA’s residence hall wastewater virus testing.
Library renovation conserves water
Rain collection tanks will collect runoff from the roof of the renovated Alderman Library, transferring it to be used at the Newcomb Road Chiller Plant.
The 13 most beautiful college campuses in the US
UVA ranked #1 by Matador Network.
Turning Grief for a Hidden Past Into a Healing Space
The Memorial to Enslaved Laborers pays homage to some 4,000 enslaved people who built and maintained the University of Virginia.
In-person work updates
UVA announces required training and parking changes.
Staff News, July 2020
Customer compliments, memorials.
New Zoom requirements
Starting July 19, Zoom will now require passcodes or waiting rooms for all meetings.
Survey about commuting
The Virginia Commuter Survey will help the state better understand the impacts of COVID-19 on commuting practices.
Photos Track Preparations for Students' Return to Grounds
Multiple departments have mobilized to respond to COVID precautions.
FM Receives Industry Award
E&G Custodial Services team honored by APPA for innovation
A part of the team
Facilities Management teams support research at UVA.
UVA Sign Shop Produces Professional Protection to Stem Spread of COVID-19
The University’s sign shop has been cutting plastic sheets since March for deployment around Grounds to use as safety shields.
The Making of UVA's Memorial to Enslaved Laborers
The memorial is a product of years of advocacy and research from students, faculty, staff and community members, as well as the President’s Commission on Slavery and the University.
UVA Crew's Creative Re-Use of Materials
Facilities Management employees assist UVA bookstore with COVID prevention measures
Celebrating Accessibility
Facilities Management teams work together to support the Americans with Disabilities Act
UVA’s McCormick Observatory Gets Its First New Dome Rollers
The replacement of rollers was the first in the dome's 135 year history.
Staff News, June 2020
New hires and customer compliments.
FM preps for fall
Teams are collaborating to support extra safety precautions as UVA staff, faculty and students plan a return to Grounds.
McCormick Road vehicle access restricted
Effective June 29, FM vehicles will be restricted from using McCormick Road.
The Making of UVA's Memorial to Enslaved Laborers
FM team supplies face coverings
The Logistics team is assisting UVA’s effort to provide face coverings to all staff.
The Pratt Ginkgo
The next generation.
New FM intranet page
The redesigned page aims to better serve as an information-hub for all FM employees.
Apprentices complete classes
The completers included eight members of the UVA Apprenticeship Program and an employee with CC&R Construction and Renovation Services.
UVA assists Local Food Hub program
FM employees deliver fresh food ot community organizations
Class of 2020
Student's project will make sun-dried lumber available on Grounds
In-person work guidance coming soon
FM leadership is finalizing safety guidelines for staff members who will be returning to work in person on Grounds.
Staff news, May 2020
New hires, promotions and customer compliments
Monitoring from afar
The McCormick Zone team uses innovative technology to ensure operations of critical equipment
Why I donate
Find out why longtime FM blood donors give
IT Security Tips April 2020
Working from home securely
Staff news, April 2020
New hires, transfers, promotions and professional accomplishments
FM Core Topics of the Month, April 2020
Staff news, March 2020
New hires, transfers, promotions and professional accomplishments
IT Security Tips
Stop phishing schemes before they stop our work
Staff news, February 2020
New employees, retirees and professional accomplishments
FM Style Guide
The Facilities Management Style Guide is designed for employees charged with representing the University of Virginia and Facilities Management brand through written and visual communications.
Girls Day 2020 volunteers needed