Clothing and Footwear Items are Tax-Free!
Bookstore ·
Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week at the Bookstore! This runs from Sunday, August 9th through Saturday, August 15th, 2026. Available in-store and online. During this week, qualifying clothing and...
Upcoming Events
Aug 19
10:30 AM
University Center : 312 ·
All new international students are expected to attend this event. We will share important immigration compliance information, cover US culture in and out of the classroom, and give you time to...
Aug 21
8 AM
Welcome Home Residential Retrievers!
On Campus ·
To help make the arrival experience as smooth as possible, Residential Life will provide volunteer-supported move-in assistance on Thursday, August 20, and Friday, August 21. During these times,...
Aug 21
9 AM
Erickson Field : Tent ·
Join the Vice President of Student Affairs and friends for this festive new student welcome tent. If you are moving in this day, come take a break and grab a snack. If you want to connect with...
Aug 21
12 PM
Learn about the UMBC Library & Gallery!
Library and Gallery, Albin O. Kuhn : 7th floor conference area ·
Are you a new staff member at UMBC, or in need of a refresher on using the AOK Library & Gallery? Hear from library staff about services and resources available to you at the AOK Library...
Aug 21
1 PM
University Center : Ballroom ·
Kick off your graduate journey at UMBC with an unforgettable celebration of community, connection, and new beginnings! Throughout the day you'll have the opportunity to meet and mingle with fellow...
Aug 21
8 PM
UMBC Cyberpunk edition
The Commons ·
It's your first official night as a Retriever! Join the Student Events Board (seb) for First Night: UMBC Cyberpunk edition for free swag, food, bingo prizes, and tons of other activities in The...
Aug 22
9:30 AM
University Center : Ballroom ·
Are you an incoming first-year commuter? Join us for Commuter Welcome Day Brunch as we kick off the semester with a fun-filled experience designed to help you get connected, build community, and...
Aug 22
1 PM
Retriever Activities Center (RAC) ·
Becoming a Retriever is about starting your academic journey, building community, and getting introduced to UMBC values. As a part of the Retriever community, we value inclusive excellence,...
Aug 22
6:30 PM
The Quad ·
Taste of UMBC is your all-access pass to the energy, culture, and community that make this place home. From music and performances to food, student orgs, and campus traditions—you will get a true...