Social & Celebratory

Aug 9

8:30 AM

Swing by and get free coffee, pastries, and smiles!

The Commons : Breezeway · The Professional Staff Senate (PSS) is excited to welcome back our staff as we return to campus! To kick off the new semester, swing by the Commons Breezeway on August 9th for free coffee (regular...

Aug 10

3 PM

Where My People At? Multicultural Engagement At UMBC

A Virtual Mosaic Open House for New & Prospective students

Online · Where my people at? is a three-part mini-series. These sessions provide first-year students and new transfers an opportunity to learn more about life at UMBC as a student of color or those who are...

Aug 13

11:30 AM

UMBC Staff Cookout

Join us for an in-person BBQ and a hybrid raffle!

The Commons : Terrace · Welcome back to those returning to campus and welcome all to the new year! The UMBC Staff Cookout, hosted by Professional Staff and Non-Exempt Staff Senates, will take place on Friday, August 13th...

Aug 28

12 AM

New Student Move-In

On Campus · New Student Move-In

Aug 28

9 AM

Retriever Fest

Welcome First-Year Retrievers

Erickson Field · It is your first official day and we are excited to meet you! We know you may have questions or need some assistance, plan to stop by Erickson Field to connect with a variety of campus offices...

Aug 28

8 PM

Playfair + Fireworks

Erickson Field · Kick off the year with this Welcome Week tradition! Play games with your new classmates, find friends with the same birthday, and mingle with folks from your residence hall! The event will end...

Aug 29

12 AM

Second Year Students Move-In

On Campus · Second Year Students Move-In

Aug 29

12 AM

What’s in Your Academic Toolkit?

Retriever Activity Center (RAC) · The academic toolkit session provided by your college is a great way to meet and mingle with faculty, prepare yourself for a semester of success, and learn about the classes offered within your...

Aug 29

9 AM

Retriever Fest

Welcome Sophomore Retrievers!

Erickson Field · Welcome sophomores! We are excited to have you join us for an early move-in welcome week experience! Stop by Erickson field for some swag and freebies and learn more about campus resources. Be...

Aug 29

4 PM

UMBC PSAs

Retriever Activity Center (RAC) · Being a new Retriever means that you are part of a community with high standards and expectations. The PSAs help us all learn how to be respectful, inclusive, engaged community members. Join your...