Focus on Self-Care for Finals- Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month continued Your Mental Health Deserves Care Too.

Infographic titled “6 Ways to Take Care of Your Mental Health.” It includes six gold and tan boxes arranged around the title, each with a black icon and tip: Talk to someone you trust. Stay connected—reach out to friends, faculty, or a therapist. You’re not a burden. Look after your physical health. Prioritize sleep, movement, and regular meals. Do what brings you joy. Whether it’s art, sports, or time with friends, doing what you love boosts your mood and reduces stress. Steer away from harmful substances. Avoid using alcohol or drugs to cope. Establish a routine. Consistency brings stability, especially during stressful times. Seek professional help. Retriever Integrated Health offers counseling, peer support groups, workshops, and skill-building. Decorative elements and plant illustrations frame the design. The visual style is clean, warm, and student-friendly.

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health. Whether you’re navigating daily stress, big life transitions, or just trying to stay balanced during a busy semester, these six strategies can help support your emotional well-being:

  1. Talk to someone you trust: Staying connected is key. Reach out to a friend, professor, or mental health professional. You’re never a burden.

  2. Look after your physical health: Prioritize sleep, movement, hydration, and balanced meals. Small habits can make a big impact.

  3. Do things that bring you joy: Whether it's creating art, playing sports, or spending time with loved ones, engaging in meaningful activities can improve your mood and reduce stress.

  4. Steer away from harmful substances:  Avoid using drugs or alcohol to cope. They often worsen mental health in the long run.

  5. Establish a routine: Structure and consistency can provide stability, especially during uncertain or high-stress times.

  6. Seek professional help:  At UMBC, Retriever Integrated Health (RIH) offers individual therapy, group counseling, workshops, and peer-based skill-building to help students navigate life and mental health challenges.

Mental health care is not one-size-fits-all. What matters most is finding what works for you and knowing support is available.

Learn more about mental health services at UMBC: https://health.umbc.edu/counseling-services/counseling/

National mental health resources: nami.org/mham

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Heads up! OGSL hours are going to be a bit different next week:


Adjusted Office Hours (May 19 - 23, 2025) 
  • Monday, May 19: open 9 AM - 5 PM 
  • Tuesday, May 20: open 9 AM - 5 PM 
  • Wednesday, May 21: closed for graduation commencement (congratulations graduates!)
  • Thursday, May 22: open 9 AM - 5 PM 
  • Friday, May 23: closed 

Need assistance while we’re away? Email ogsl@umbc.edu and we’ll respond as soon as possible. 
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What an exciting time on campus as we close out another successful and busy academic year.  I want to first thank you for the contributions you have made to our community and the partnership in creating such a vibrant campus for all students. I am writing today as a reminder to consider joining the Black and Gold Student Advisory Board! This group is made up of students from across the institution that serve in a pivotal advisory and consultative role to the leadership within the Division of Student Affairs. Your voice and experiences deeply inform our work. This is an amazing opportunity to learn and grow as a leader, and advocate and support our UMBC community. 

Please apply here by May 16 for best consideration. 

Renique Kersh, Ph.D. 
Vice President for Student Affairs
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Congratulations to all of our graduates!

From everyone in Student Belonging and at The Mosaic, we’re excited to celebrate your achievements and wish you all the best as you begin this next chapter.

Cord Pick-Up Information – Cultural Celebration & Awards

For those who RSVP’d to our Cultural Celebration & Awards but are unable to attend, we are offering an option to pick up your cord next week in The Mosaic (Room 2B23, The Commons, Second Floor).

Pick-Up Times:

  • Monday, May 19: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

  • Tuesday, May 20: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

  • Wednesday, May 21: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Cords will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis for those who did not RSVP ahead of time. If you did not RSVP, you will be asked to provide your name and email at the time of pick-up.

The Mosaic has adjusted hours for finals week, to learn more please see our myUMBC post. 

The Mosaic 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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Green collection bins are placed in the lobbies of each residential building, including the ACC and Walker Clubhouse, to donate your unwanted belongings.

Donated items will be available to shop from for free in the ReStore pop up at the Essential Space (in The Commons next to the bookstore) as collection goes on. At this time, we are NOT accepting clothing or linens. See below for a list of accepted items!



Example of a bin placement in the Apartment Community Center.
Have questions about donating? Send a message to sustainability@umbc.edu
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Happy last day of classes! From all of us at The Mosaic, we wish you the best on your finals. The Mosaic will close for the Spring 2025 semester at 5pm on Wednesday, May 21. We will provide further information concerning our summer hours here on our myUMBC. 


Hours for this week through the end of the semester:

May 15, May 19, and May 20 we will have adjusted hours due to the end of year celebration & awards. Please see our individual posts for further information. Graduating students may still pick up cords at The Mosaic if they are not attending the celebration events.  

If you have any questions, please email us at i3b@umbc.edu. 


The Mosaic 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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Hosted by EKTA – Indian Graduate Student Organization at UMBC Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with vibrant cultural performances, an open dance floor to show off your moves, a mind-blowing magic show, and of course, delicious food that’ll make you feel right at home!

Get your tickets here! 

UC Ballroom - May 17th, 2025 - 4PM

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Deadline for Submission: June 15, 2025
Maximum Award Amount: Up to $1,000
Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline will not be considered.


Purpose:

The Women's Forum commends and celebrates the achievements of students, faculty, and staff from across the system through award and scholarship programs. All awards and scholarships are open to any individual regardless of gender identity, race, color, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

Eligibility:

The University System of Maryland (USM) Women's Forum Student Scholarship is open to any student who meets the following criteria:

- Attending a USM institution,
- All gendering identities are welcome to apply, 
- Earned a minimum of 48 undergraduate OR 12 graduate credits (by June 1, 2025),
- Plan to enroll as a student for the Fall 2025 term,
- Currently has a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 for undergraduate OR 3.25 for graduate at your USM institution (upload an unofficial university transcript),
- Students are eligible for only one scholarship per lifetime.

Use of Funds:

Students who receive the scholarship can use the awarded funds for any of the following:
- USM institution tuition
- Housing costs (ie rent, mortgage, utilities)
- Groceries
- Books for courses
- Technology for courses
- Child care
- Transportation

Questions: If you have questions please email USMWFStudentAwards@gmail.com.



The Women's Forum commends and celebrates the achievements of students, faculty, and staff from across the system through award and scholarship programs. All awards and scholarships are open to any individual regardless of gender identity, race, color, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.
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