Incoming Information Systems & Business Technology Administration Majors
Invitation from the Department Chair!
Dear New Retriever,
Congratulations on your admission to the UMBC Department of Information Systems! We are excited to invite you to a special virtual Information Session designed exclusively for admitted first-year students.
This session is a great opportunity to learn more about what it's like to be part of our Information Systems community.
During the session, you'll have the chance to:
● Meet the Chair of the Department of Information Systems, program directors, and faculty.
● Learn about the exciting opportunities available to Information Systems students, including undergraduate research, internships, student organizations, study abroad, and career preparation.
● Explore the wide range of topics you can study, from artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to data analytics, user experience design, business technology, and more.
● Hear how the Information Systems curriculum prepares students for rewarding careers in today's technology-driven world.
● Ask questions and connect with the faculty who will help guide your academic journey.
Before the event, we encourage you to complete our RSVP form. In addition to reserving your spot, the form asks about your interests, career goals, and the topics you'd most like to discuss. Your responses will help us tailor the session to the interests of our incoming class and ensure we cover the questions that matter most to you.
Event Details
Date: July 22, 2026
Time: 7-8pm eastern
Location: Virtual (link will be shared with registered attendees closer to the event date)
Please RSVP here: RSVP Form Link
We hope you'll join us for this opportunity to meet the people, discover the opportunities, and begin building connections that will shape your experience as an Information Systems student at UMBC.
If you have any questions before the event, please don't hesitate to reach out.
We look forward to meeting you soon and welcoming you to the Retriever community!
Best regards,
Zhiyuan Chen, Chair
Department of Information Systems
University of Maryland, Baltimore County