Feb
29
David Purvis joins Smithsonian Enterprises
The new Senior Vice President of Finance and Administration began his new role February 20. Continue reading David Purvis joins Smithsonian Enterprises
Feb
29
2024 Palmer Leadership participants announced
Antonio Guzman, Director of the Office of Human Resources has announced the participants in the 2024 Russell E. Palmer Leadership Development Program. Continue reading 2024 Palmer Leadership participants announced
Feb
28
2023 Secretary’s Research Prizes will be awarded March 19
The Bruce William “Will” Morrison lecture will be delivered by Erin Spear, Microbial Ecologist at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute. Continue reading 2023 Secretary’s Research Prizes will be awarded March 19
Feb
08
Name change for OIR reflects Smithsonian’s global focus
Deputy Secretary Meroë Park announced earlier this week that the Smithsonian’s Office of International Relations has changed its name to the Office of Global Affairs. Continue reading Name change for OIR reflects Smithsonian’s global focus
Feb
01
An interspecies love story comes to an end
Walnut, a white-naped crane who became an internet sensation for choosing one of her keepers as her mate, has died at the ripe old age of 42. Continue reading An interspecies love story comes to an end
Jan
23
Left, right or somewhere in the middle
There is a lot at stake as we head toward the presidential election. It’s important to be involved, but as a Smithsonian employee, you may be limited in the ways you contribute to the political discourse. Continue reading Left, right or somewhere in the middle
Jan
10
Do you want to help everyone live the healthiest life possible?
The 2023 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) ends one week from today on Monday, January 15! We’ve made great strides in the last few weeks, but every donation helps us get closer to hitting our $400,000 goal. Continue reading Do you want to help everyone live the healthiest life possible?
Jan
02
Combined Federal Campaign: Let’s Finish Strong!
Monday, January 15 is the final day to pledge and be the face of change. Continue reading Combined Federal Campaign: Let’s Finish Strong!
Jan
02
New director of Museum Conservation Institute comes on board in April
Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch announced today that Sanchita Balachandran has been named director of the Smithsonian’s Museum Conservation Institute, effective April 8. Continue reading New director of Museum Conservation Institute comes on board in April
Dec
26
CFC Cause of the Week: Give a child a gift that matters
This week’s CFC Cause of the Week is Children & Family. The old adage is true: it really does take a community to raise a child. Continue reading CFC Cause of the Week: Give a child a gift that matters
