Brachman brings 20 years of experience on Capitol Hill and in the private sector to her new role. Continue reading Anne Brachman named new director of the Office of Government Relations
For the latest information on changes to Smithsonian policies and procedures, please visit Secretary Bunch’s home page on Prism. Continue reading How will the Administrations new policies affect the Smithsonian?
Uncertainty and change can be extremely stressful. The Office of Human Resources reminds all employees that the Smithsonian’s Employee Assistance Program stands ready to help. Continue reading Coping with change
Grab a mocha latte, boba tea, or a plain old cuppa joe and get to know your colleagues. Deadline to sign up is February 14. Continue reading Random Acts of Coffee: Winter 2025
Giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao’s public debut at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute Jan. 24, generated a bit of local interest.
(Ed. note: If you’re excited by the return of Panda Cam, wait until you hear about the M&Ms.) Continue reading Giant Pandas debut at the Zoo
Ellen Stofan, Under Secretary for Science and Research, announced this week that four Smithsonian colleagues have been honored with the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) Continue reading Four Smithsonian scientists honored with Presidential Award
Ellen Stofan, Under Secretary for Science and Research, announced this week that four Smithsonian colleagues have been honored with the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) Continue reading Four Smithsonian scientists honored with presidential award
Are we headed for a government shutdown (again)? Continue reading Federal Budget Update
Kick off the holiday season with some festive* December programming from the Staff Learning Series, presented by the National Museum of American History.
* Well, maybe not particularly festive, but certainly informative.
Continue reading Working toward a smarter Smithsonian: December programming from the Staff Learning Series
Secretary Bunch has announced the appointment of both a Director and Deputy Director of the National Museum of African Art, Continue reading New leadership named for the National Museum of African Art
Join Taliia Smith of the Office of Public Relations' Social Media team as she celebrates Teacher's Appreciation Day by appreciating some teachers. Continue reading Celebrating Smithsonian Educators
We are reevaluating and working to improve the survey to better meet the needs of both staff and leadership. Continue reading Update on the 2025 Smithsonian Employee Perspective Survey
The Smithsonian Excellence in Digital Awards acknowledge, honor, and elevate outstanding staff achievements across a variety of digital disciplines Continue reading Nominations are now open for the 2025 Excellence in Digital Awards
Brachman brings 20 years of experience on Capitol Hill and in the private sector to her new role. Continue reading Anne Brachman named new director of the Office of Government Relations
"Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth." - Muhammad Ali Continue reading Volunteer Spotlight: Maureen Bryant’s half-century of service
