Campus Climate Survey for Community, Engagement and Belonging
UMBC is conducting a climate survey to to gather data about UMBC community members' experiences and perceptions of their engagement, belonging, and overall campus climate at UMBC.

All students, faculty, and staff are invited to take the survey from April 1 – May 1, 2025

Those who complete the survey will have the opportunity to enter a random drawing to receive one of the following as a way of saying "thank you" for taking the time to participate in the survey: 

Retriever dollars ($25.00 per award)
Flex dollars ($25.00 per award)
UMBC swag 

CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE SURVEY.

For more information, go to: https://provost.umbc.edu/campus-climate-survey/

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FAQs

What does the survey cover?
  1. Engagement (Engagement is defined as experiences that are demonstrated by how UMBC community members think, feel, and act, as well as how they feel about UMBC’s environment and policies, which influence how they feel towards UMBC.)
  2. Personal Experiences
  3. Institutional Actions (Policies & Programs)
  4. Sense of Belonging
  5. Health & Well-Being (Well-being is defined as having both individual and community components that include but are not limited to physical health, mental health, wellness, learning/work/living environments, and overall campus climate.)
  6. Workplace Climate
Who is behind the survey?

A team of UMBC students, faculty, and staff is working with Rankin Climate, an organization with 25 years of climate assessment experience at over 300 campuses on this project.

Will anyone be able to identify my responses? 

Confidentiality is vital to the success of the survey. Rankin Climate has taken multiple precautionary measure to ensure anonymity. For more information go to the project website. To ensure confidentiality, raffle prizes and incentive processes happen separate from the survey itself

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This survey is open for full participation by all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University's nondiscrimination policy.
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Returning Adult Learners are eligible for four scholarships, applications are due at the end of May (5/30/2025)! 

Available Scholarships
  • Charlotte W. Newcombe Scholarship: This is the signature scholarship for the Women's, Gender, & Equity Center's Returning Adult Learners Scholarship Program. Each year, 12-15 Newcombe scholars are selected. Award amount varies between $500 - $4,000 based on individual need and merit for the academic year. 
  • AEGON Scholarship: Each year, two to four students are selected. Recipients must have financial dependents. Award amount varies between $1,000 - $3,000. 
  • The Richard and Roslyn Bryson Neville Memorial Fund: Each year, one to three students are awarded. Recipients must be U.S citizens. Award amount varies between $1,000 - $1,500. 
  • Rosalie Tydings Scholarship: Each year, one student is awarded. Award amount is approximately $800.
Application Requirements:
  • Must be a UMBC student pursuing first bachelor's degree 
  • Must be age 25 and older Must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher 
  • Must be enrolled or planning to enroll part-time or full-time Fall 2025
  • Must complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Apply to all scholarships via Scholarship Retriever!

Requirements if you receive the scholarship:
  • Submission of post-acceptance forms
  • Attendance for an orientation
  • Attendance at once-per-month workshops
  • One-on-one meeting with a Women's, Gender, & Equity Center Staff Meeting 
Visit these websites for more info:

Programming associated with these scholarships are open for full participation by all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University's nondiscrimination policy.
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Assessment of Community, Engagement, and Belonging 

The purpose of the survey is to gather data about UMBC community member’s experiences and perceptions of their engagement, belonging, and overall campus climate at UMBC. 

Participants/Timeline: All students, faculty, and staff are invited to take the survey from April 1 – May 1, 2025 

Click HERE to take the survey today! 

What does the survey cover? 
1. Engagement (Engagement is defined as experiences that are demonstrated by how UMBC community members think, feel, and act, as well as how they feel about UMBC’s environment and policies, which influence how they feel towards UMBC.) 
2. Personal Experiences 
3. Institutional Actions (Policies & Programs) 
4. Sense of Belonging 
5. Health & Well-Being (Well-being is defined as having both individual and community components that include but are not limited to physical health, mental health, wellness, learning/work/living environments, and overall campus climate.) 
6. Workplace Climate 

Who is behind the survey? 
A team of UMBC students, faculty, and staff is working with Rankin Climate, an organization with 25 years of climate assessment experience at over 300 campuses on this project. 

Will anyone be able to identify my responses? Confidentiality is vital to the success of the survey. Rankin Climate has taken multiple precautionary measure to ensure anonymity. For more information go to the project website. 

If you complete the survey, you will have the opportunity to enter a random drawing to receive one of the following as a way of saying “thank you” for taking the time to participate in the survey: 
• Retriever dollars ($25.00 per award) 
• Flex dollars ($25.00 per award) 
• UMBC swag Scan the QR code to take the survey! For more information, go to: provost.umbc.edu/ campus-climate-survey/

*To ensure confidentiality, raffle prizes and incentive processes happen separate from the survey itself*

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This survey is open for full participation by all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University's nondiscrimination policy.

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This was reposted from the Division of Institutional Equity MyUMBC page. Link to original post is here. 

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"I've studied most of the local ponds," Matt noted. "That $1,500 that I got from Undergraduate Research and Prestigious Scholarships really helped me to get to far more ponds that I would normally have been able to get to. I really got to a lot of ponds."

URAs provide up to $1,500 to undergraduate students to support their research, scholarship, or creative work with a UMBC faculty mentor on an original project. UMBC students of all years and disciplines are invited to apply, as long as they remain enrolled at UMBC long enough to complete the proposed work.

Applications require a research proposal and mentor statement of support.

"My mentor gave me a great letter of support. He liked ponds too," Matt explained.

Apply now using the link below. Applications are due on May 2, 2005.

"It's a fantastic opportunity!" Matt said (loudly).



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AETP is currently hiring for two Graduate Student Worker positions in our office to provide assistance on our initiatives including Summer Bridge, UNIV Courses, Transfer and Second-Year Student Experiences.

Position descriptions: 
Graduate Student Worker, First-Year Academic Programs - late May/early June 2025 through mid May 2026
Graduate Student Worker, Transfer Academic Programs - late August 2025, through mid May 2026


You can submit your application here: application. 
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See the letter below to learn more about participating in a study aiming to understand the well-being and media consumption habits of international LGBTQ+ students studying in the U.S.

To whom it may concern,
My name is Layla Chen, and I am writing on behalf of our research team at Boston University College of Communication. We are conducting a study with the help of BU’s LGBTQIA+ Student Resource Center to understand the well-being and media consumption habits of international LGBTQ+ students studying in the U.S.. International LGBTQ+ students may experience identity conflict as they navigate their ethnocultural and LGBTQ+ identities, and we seek to examine this phenomenon with this national survey.
The more insight we obtain beyond the BU campus, the more research rigor and positive impact we have.
Study Details:
Study Purpose:
Participant Privacy Protection:
We greatly appreciate your kind support. Please let me know if you have any questions or need additional information. The study’s principal investigator Patrick Zhang can be reached at mohanz@bu.edu.
Thank you very much for your time and consideration!
Sincerely,
Layla Chen
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The Graduate School is excited to invite all University System of Maryland graduate students and postdocs to Rest, Reflect, & Rise: A Social Wellness Event for Scholars, taking place on Thursday, May 9, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at STAMP (TerpZone), University of Maryland, College Park.

This event is designed to promote community, connection, and well-being among scholars through a variety of engaging wellness activities, including:

Students can learn more about the event by going here or visiting: https://gradschool.umd.edu/restreflectrise

This is a wonderful opportunity for graduate students and postdocs across the University System of Maryland to take a break, recharge, and connect with peers in a fun and supportive environment.

Space is limited, so we are asking students to please RSVP by May 2 to secure your spot: RSVP here.

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Monday, April 21 · 10 AM - 2 PM
The Commons : 308

We're back to brewing up some free coffee every Monday from 10am-2pm, come join us in Commons 308 for your fresh cup! While supplies last. 

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Are you ready to lead, represent, and make a real impact at UMBC?
Now’s your chance but time is running out!

The Graduate Student Association (GSA) is looking for passionate, driven students like YOU to step up and become the voice of over 2,500 graduate students. Whether you're a change maker, a creative thinker, a great organizer, or someone who simply cares about making life better for your fellow grads there's a place for you on the Executive Council or as a Graduate Senator.
Positions Available: 
Executive Council : Lead initiatives, influence decisions, and build your leadership resume
Graduate Senate : Represent your college and bring student voices to the forefront

Why Run?
  1. Build leadership skills that stand out on your resume
  2. Get involved in real policy-making
  3. Work with an inspiring and supportive team
  4. Yes, the roles are PAID!
Nominate Yourself Today:
Executive Council and Senate Position descriptions:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WYMsdx9-1WE_5p2JP8Vafq1vcIbkDEH5_G-XWZql0UA

Submit your nominations in the following form:

Executive Council: 
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Ci6YP2HkGLKigJnJKvB7PAZJ6UbAr0rixgyJTKR_fuo/edit?ts=67fb4519

Senate: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1FZaq5LmC5l2LpiamUTeLBH3cKRd9I3A1non0sH0HTeU/edit?ts=67fb411c

If you have any questions or need additional information, feel free to contact the GSA Election Committee Chairs:

Aijaz Shaik – rx21259@umbc.edu 
Eswari Harika Bathina – dg18853@umbc.edu 

If you’ve ever wanted to be the change, this is your moment. Step up. Stand out. Lead with purpose.

#UMBCGSA #LeadWithGSA #MakeADifference


Best regards,
GSA Election Committee 2025 

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