Commuter Kick-off Let's have a wheely good week! Join us Monday March 2, 2026 at 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM in Commons Main Street

Let's have a wheely good week! Stop by to officially kick off Commuter Week with music, giveaways, and smoothie bikes — hop on, pedal, and power your own drink before heading to class.

Meet other commuters, learn about upcoming events, and enter in the raffle for a Commuter Connections speaker! 

This event 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.

https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/ocss/events/151519

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Commuters, this is your VIP moment!

Join us on February 28, 2026 at the Chesapeake Employer Insurance Arena for an afternoon packed with food, fun, and basketball energy!

1:00 PM – Pre-Game Mixer (FREE FOOD!)
Come early and enjoy a complimentary buffet featuring delicious favorites like Caesar salad, Chicken Piccata, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, fresh bread, and more. This is your chance to relax, connect with other commuters, and fuel up before tip-off!

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Basketball Game
Let's show up loud and proud and bring that commuter spirit to the arena!

Exclusive Giveaway!
We'll also have an exclusive commuter giveaway for the first 100 attendees at the mixer, so make sure you arrive early to secure yours.

Bring your family and friends because they get the deal too!
Use code COMMUTER26 to unlock exclusive discounted group-rate tickets. This special pricing is just for our commuter community, so grab your squad and save!


Free food.
Plush giveaways.
Discounted tickets for family.
Game-day vibes.

There's really no excuse to miss this one, let's pack the arena and make Commuter Day unforgettable!


This event 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.

https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/ocss/events/151518

Commuter Day at the Arena flyer for February 28, 2026 featuring free pregame food at 1 PM, a 2 PM basketball game, discounted tickets with code COMMUTER26, and basketball-themed UMBC graphics.
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Hi everyone!

Hope to see you there!

Free Farmer's Market
Apartment Community Center 2-2:45pm
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Good Morning, Retrievers!

If you are a UMBC student experiencing food insecurity, sign up on our intake sheet to schedule a meeting with our social work intern. Through the Spring 2026 semester, students in need can contact us at retrieveressentials@umbc.edu for more information.

If you find that you require additional resources, don't forget to visit The Essential Space on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday every week from 11am-5:30pm. Even though we are closed on Thursdays, make sure to come visit us at our Free Farmers' Market at The Apartment Community Center on Thursdays from 2pm-2:45pm.

Have a great day!
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PowerPoint Roulette Night has been POSTPONED, and we will update this post as soon as we have more information for you guys! 🙂


Join GEARS for Powerpoint Roulette 🎰, where the slides are random and the chaos is guaranteed! Think you can present a slideshow you've never seen before? Come find out, and bring your friends!

Event flyer for G.E.A.R.S. Presents: Powerpoint Roulette on 03/12/2026 at 4PM in ITE 102 Theater. Features free pizza and drinks, prizes worth up to $100, and a QR code to sign up. Follow @gears_umbc on Instagram and myUMBC for updates.

When:

🗓️ POSTPONED

🕓 ...

Where:

📍...

Enjoy free pizza and beverages while competing for a chance to win prizes worth up to $100! Don't miss this fun-filled evening of surprise slides, friendly competition, and big wins… We'll see you there!

Sign up via this link here, or scan the QR code on the flyer to reserve your spot. 

Be sure to follow us on Instagram @gears_umbc 🐾

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Just a friendly reminder that Retriever Essentials will be back at the Apartment Community Center for the Free Farmers Market tomorrow from 2:00pm - 2:45pm!


In addition, we will not be changing our location until 4/2 and 4/9. For those dates, we will be back at the Center for Wellbeing. We will also remind you of this change when the time comes.


We hope to see you there!
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Need quick feedback on your writing? Stop by Writing Advisor Wednesday Walk-Ins (WAWA) for brief, supportive consultations—no appointment needed.

Wednesdays | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Commons 308

Bring short questions or drafts and get immediate guidance from the writing advisor. Perfect for resume review, cover letters, polishing papers, personal statements, or applications.

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Today is the FINAL DAY for Save-a-Swipe Donations!

Feel like making a difference in your community? If you own a meal plan through UMBC, you are eligible to donate to our Save-a-Swipe program! You can donate 5-10 meals to Save-a-Swipe, where they will be pooled and delegated to students experiencing food insecurity later in the semester. We are very happy to announce that our program is back for the spring semester, and we look forward to how many lives we can change!

Donations close on February 25th, so please donate when you can!
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The ideal Commuter Assistant is a currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate commuter student in good academic standing who is outgoing, approachable, and comfortable engaging with peers. This role is well-suited for someone who is genuinely interested in student engagement, belonging, leadership, and community-building. Successful candidates are reliable, organized, and able to manage responsibilities independently while also collaborating effectively with others. 

Strong communication skills are essential, as Commuter Assistants represent and amplify commuter student voices in a thoughtful and professional manner. This position is perfect for students who want to develop their leadership skills while making a meaningful impact on campus.

Time Commitment and Availability:
  • 20 hours per week (minimum of 15 hours) with some early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends required
  • Mandatory Tuesday availability:
    • 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM
    • 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Position Duration: August 17, 2026 – May 21, 2027

If you are excited about supporting commuter students and contributing to a more connected campus community, we encourage you to apply!

To review the job description and apply visit Handshake! 

Applications closes today, March 23, 2026! Any questions, contact commuters@umbc.edu

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Come Join us for snacks and a good time! 
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