PINNED ITEMS
JUL
20
Thinking about living off-campus? Register for our tour!
9:00 AM
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Harbor Hall : MPR
OCSS' Housing Bus Tour is a resource to help current and future commuter students in viewing housing properties around campus. We will be visiting 3 properties that are accessible through one of...
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MAY
9
We Have Arrived. (25+)
11:30 AM
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True Grit's : The Usual Spot
As we bring the semester to an end, OCSS would like to show our appreciation for making it as Adult Learners. As one myself, I understand that the journey is different for all of us, whether an...
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RARE AND EXCITING OPPORTUNITY!
Going home over the summer? Working a low-paying or unpaid internship and worried how you’ll pay for groceries? Just interested in a free bag of nonperishable food? Retriever Essentials has an...
MAY
8
Congratulations, You Made It!
12:00 PM
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The Commons : 331
Our final event of the semester has arrived, the Hail & Farewell. This event is one to honor those veterans who are graduating, specifically this Spring or Summer (2019). Dependents are...
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MAY
3
#THXOCSS
12:00 PM
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The Commons : Terrace
Celebrate the end of the school year with OCSS! Join us for tie-dye free food and carnival style treats!
7 Going
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APR
12
It's a Pizza Party & Bring your Family!!!
4:30 PM
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The Commons : UMBC Game Room
Friday's event will be a Family Game Night for all of your friends, family, and loved ones in the UMBC Gameroom, 4:30-6:30pm, and can be extended until 7:30 pm for those who can't be there that...
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APR
11
Start the day off right with Breakfast!
8:00 AM
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True Grit's
Join us for the True Grit's Dining Hall Adult Learner Breakfast tomorrow from 8-9:30 a.m. You'll be able to enjoy everything from: build your own omelets, waffles, fresh fruits, hot breakfast...
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APR
10
Over 25? This is for you! Free Food For You!
11:30 AM
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The Commons : OCSS
Today's event is Wild Wing Wednesday by Buffalo Wild Wings! It will be held in the OCSS Commuter Lounge. We're so excited to share this experience with all of you along with bridging our...
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APR
9
Over 25? This is for you! Free Food Included
11:30 AM
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The Commons : Lower Flat Tuesdays
Today's social event is Taco Tuesday in Lower Flat Tuesdays. Since there is no free hour, the times are from 11:30-12:30, which falls in between the majority of classes. There's a lot of wonderful...
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APR
8
Over 25? This is for you! Free Food Included
12:00 PM
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The Commons : 329
Today is the beginning of Adult Learners Week and we have some exciting events all week long. Starting today, we have a kickoff event exclusive for Adult Learners that focuses on Mental Health and...
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APR
5
12:00 PM
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University Center : 310
Come join us for our April Commuter Connection! Learn helpful tips and tricks when traveling around the world. This is event is only open for the first 50 people.
1 Going
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MAR
15
Cheer on your Retrievers in the Conference Championship!
TICKETED
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9:00 AM
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Stadium Lot
FOR UMBC STUDENTS ONLY!! It’s happening again!!! UMBC is traveling to Burlington, VT to take on the Vermont Catamounts in the America East Conference Men’s Basketball Championship! Please...
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MAR
8
Free Bowling, Laser Tag, Arcade, & Super Buffet
6:00 PM
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Off Campus
We have 20 FREE TICKETS for "The Main Event Entertainment Center" in Columbia this FRIDAY! It's open-play at any and all of the options available. Hurry, it's first come, first served. ...
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Make a Difference and a Profit!
Researchers at UMBC are conducting a study investigating perceptions of privacy. Your participation will be a key contribution to the success of the research project. The interview will take...
MAR
4
Scavenge UMBC for Nemo, Dory, and Squirt.
8:30 AM
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On Campus
A week-long scavenger hunt! We will hide toy versions of Nemo, Dory, and Squirt around campus and anyone who finds one can bring it to OCSS to get a prize! All promotional imagery...
4 Going
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MAR
9
Close the week with some food and prizes!
8:00 PM
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The Commons : Sportszone
End
your week with some breakfast food and a boat load of prizes! All promotional imagery created and designed by: Aldi Maraya, Graphic Designer for commonvision.
2 Going
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MAR
9
Join (seb) and OCSS for a fun filled day at NYC!
7:45 AM
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The Commons : Commons Lot
Join OCSS and (seb) as we close off Commuter Week 2019: Under the Sea with a bus trip to NYC for 30 students! Tickets released February 18th. First come, first serve. All discounted...
8 Going
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MAR
8
Come relax after a long week.
8:00 PM
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Retriever Activity Center (RAC)
Come join OCSS, RSA, (seb), and Recreation as we build bears and watch the ocean king Aquaman on the big screen! All promotional imagery created and designed by: Aldi Maraya, Graphic...
3 Going
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MAR
8
Drunk driving awareness before spring break.
12:00 PM
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The Commons : Gameroom
OCSS wants to prepare you for safe driving during spring break. It will be informative, interactive, and fun! Free snacks provided! All promotional imagery created and designed by: Aldi...
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MAR
7
Come relax, paint, and enjoy sweet treats.
6:00 PM
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The Commons : Skylight
See the ocean through our eyes! Have fun painting the aquatic side of nature while enjoying some tasty treats! All promotional imagery created and designed by: Aldi Maraya, Graphic...
3 Going
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MAR
7
Learn financial tips and skills.
11:30 AM
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The Commons : Mainstreet
Do you know how to manage your money? Let OCSS show you how! Join PNC, Financial Aid, VITA, and other financial entities on campus in this life-long battle of financial literacy! Your hard work...
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MAR
6
Come test your ocean knowledge skills!
5:00 PM
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The Commons : Sportszone
Test your marine knowledge and have a night full of trivia, food, and plenty of oceanic prizes! All promotional imagery created and designed by: Aldi Maraya, Graphic Designer for...
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MAR
6
Join us while we build resumes and make aquariums!
11:30 AM
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The Commons : Sportszone
Come join OCSS as you learn how to build your resume while building a mason jar aquarium. It would make Poseidon himself jealous! Free snacks and aquatic treats provided! All...
1 Going
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MAR
5
A study group workshop.
12:00 PM
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The Commons : 331
Come learn about how to form study groups and what to do in order to be successful in them. Free lunch will be provided for those who attend! All promotional imagery created and...
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We're All in the Same Boat!
The time is here commuters! It's time to appreciate you all with a fun underwater twist. This week begins on March 4th and ends on March 9th. Take a look at our flyer or stop by OCSS to learn...
FEB
14
Start your day off right with OCSS
8:30 AM
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The Commons : Commuter Lounge
This is the rescheduled Good Morning Commuters breakfast from February 12th! Enjoy breakfast with other UMBC commuters and get connected with on-campus resources! There isn't a better way to...
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MAR
4
Commuter Week kick-off Housing & Transportation Fair
11:30 AM
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The Commons : Mainstreet
Come to our Under The Sea Commuter Week Kickoff! There will be an aquatic photo booth, lunch, and free sweet treats. Representatives from various apartment communities along with UMBC Transit and...
3 Going
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FEB
15
8:00 PM
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Retriever Activity Center (RAC)
Come join OCSS, (seb), RSA, and UMBC Recreation for a night of dodgeball and pizza! Registration: teams or individuals can register through the UMBC Recreation website. Walk-Up registrations...
1 Going
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FEB
6
Over 25? You're not alone. Come see our network!
5:30 PM
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The Commons : Lower Flat Tuesdays
We have rescheduled the Adult Learners Welcome Reception to this Wednesday. As before, you will learn more about what OCSS is, what we do, and how we can help make your university experience the...
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FEB
5
Let's take get moving!
5:30 PM
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The Commons : 332
Let's continue to talk about ways to improve the veteran student experience and keeping pushing for our veteran student organization and veterans lounge.
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MAY
3
12:00 PM
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The Commons : Gameroom
Come Join OCSS for the last Commuter Connection of the year!
1 Going
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MAR
1
12:00 PM
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The Commons : Lower Flat Tuesdays
Come join OCSS in Lower Flat Tuesdays for the March Commuter Connection! Come learn about the UMBC transit system and other ways to get around town. We will be having a Downtown Baltimore trivia...
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FEB
1
12:00 PM
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The Commons : Gameroom
Come hang out with OCSS for the first Commuter Connection of the semester! Free food & drinks will be provided as well as raffle prizes. Don't miss out! *for the first 60 people
2 Going
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JAN
30
Meet the VA Certifying Official!
5:30 PM
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The Commons : 329
We would like to invite you to our Spring 2019 Veterans Welcome Reception (Dependents are welcome). You will learn about using your VA Educational Benefits, academic/campus resources, how to...
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JAN
29
Over 25? There's something in store for you!
5:30 PM
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The Commons : 329
If you're over 25, be our guest at this wonderful welcome reception! Here you will learn more about what OCSS is, what we do, and how we can help make your university experience the very best....
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Check out all of out upcoming events!
Welcome Week is from January 27th to February 6th! Be sure to check out welcomeweek.umbc.edu for more events!
DEC
13
It's a PIZZA PARTY!
5:00 PM
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The Commons : Game Room
Adult Learners (25+), We welcome you to the final Adult Learner event of the semester, "Family Game Night" for you and your families. Join us in the UMBC Game Room just above our location at...
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NOV
30
Fried Chicken Friday + Signature Mac & Cheese
12:00 PM
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The Commons : Skylight Room
Are you 25+? Congratulations, you're an Adult Learner! We have a FREE meal just for you in the Skylight Room this Friday! Come to join us as we enjoy each other's company, and discuss future...
3 Going
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NOV
16
Laser Tag | Bowling | Arcade Games | Buffets
6:00 PM
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Off Campus
Open to Adult Learners (25 yrs+), Military Veterans, and Military Dependents "The Main Event Entertainment Center" is happening in Columbia this FRIDAY! It's open-play at any and all of the...
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NOV
15
Join Us at DePaula's Pub in Arbutus and Win a Prize!
6:00 PM
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Off Campus
It's Happy Hour and Trivia night at DePaula's Pub in Arbutus. Join the Veterans Community as we take to the town and see one of Arbutus's iconic spots! Note: UMBC does not provide alcohol to...
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NOV
14
With Desserts in the Fireside Lounge
11:30 AM
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The Commons : The Skylight Room
Co-sponsored by UMBC Human Resources, join us for a celebration luncheon in the UMBC Skylight Room followed by a special dessert reception in the Fireside Lounge. We will have new T-Shirts and...
1 Going
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NOV
13
Free for all Veterans & Veteran Dependents!
8:30 AM
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True Grit's
A special Veterans Breakfast for our military-affiliated faculty, staff, and students! Show your ID and sign in with me (Donovan Garrett)
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New access card allows greater flexibility for transit users
Starting January 2017, the MTA will offer a CharmCard® (smart card) alternative to the paper magnetic monthly All Access College Transit Pass. The CharmCard® College Pass will be issued to...
A space for you!
If you're a student over the age of 25, you can be part of the UMBC Adult Learners Network! UMBC values this segment of the student population, and has the goal to promote our success...
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