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Winter break is finally here! You worked hard this semester and it doesn’t go unrecognized. Now is the time to get some well-deserved rest and recharge before the spring semester begins! It’s...
December 13, 2022
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12:53 PM
Perspective for an OAPA Peer Advisor
Written by Irene Thomas, UMBC '21 College is a time for self-discovery and personal growth. Part of that self-discovery comes from deciding what you see yourself doing in the future, which can be...
November 2, 2022
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11:00 PM
Whether you are enrolled in online, hybrid or in-person classes, building relationships with your professors can greatly impact your satisfaction and overall success in a course. But with larger...
September 15, 2022
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2:13 PM
Questions to Think About at the End of the Semester
“We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” – Maya Angelou And just like that the spring semester has come and gone...
May 18, 2022
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8:58 AM
College can be a great time to explore multiple interests. While your academic major offers a direction for future career paths, adding a minor can also add value to your degree. In addition to...
April 18, 2022
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9:41 AM
Social media is most likely part of your daily routine and can be a great way to stay connected with friends and family. But how can you also use social media to maximize your own college...
April 7, 2022
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1:21 PM
Why it's Important and What you can do NOW to start!
We get it: the financial struggle is REAL at times! Taking out student loans, paying bills, managing expenses, and saving money require strategic planning and decision making. Developing financial...
March 1, 2022
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1:08 PM
An exciting aspect of college is the opportunity to take on a leadership role in activities/programs/initiatives that you love. By doing so, you will make a difference in the UMBC community, forge...
February 10, 2022
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8:32 AM
Strategies & resources for a challenging season
You often hear talk of the sophomore slump- a time where students can experience heightened uncertainty and lower motivation, in addition to second guessing choices they have made in their first...
November 4, 2021
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9:59 AM
Perspective from an OAPA Peer Advisor
Written by Irene Thomas, UMBC '21 College is a time for self-discovery and personal growth. Part of that self-discovery comes from deciding what you see yourself doing in the future, which isn't...
October 4, 2021
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9:48 PM