HAPPENING NOW - Fastathon
Skylight Room
The Muslim Student Association (MSA), in collaboration with the Office of Graduate Student Life (OGSL), invites the UMBC community to Fastathon, an interfaith iftar to come together and experience the spirit of Ramadan.
Commons Skylight
7:00 PM
March 9
Join us to break fast together, build community, and learn more about the traditions and meaning of Ramadan.
All students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend.
Join us for the UMBC Annual Research Symposium 2026, featuring poster presentations showcasing research from all colleges at UMBC. Whether you are presenting or attending, this is a great opportunity to share ideas, engage with research from across campus, and connect with fellow scholars.
There will also be a Panel Discussion afterward with the VP for Student Affairs and Vice Provost/Dean of the Graduate School and VP for Institutional Equity/Chief Diversity Officer!
Date: April 7, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: UC Ballroom
Who You Are:
What to Expect:
Poster Presentations from students across CAHSS, COEIT, and CNMS. Come and explore groundbreaking work from all corners of UMBC.
$2,500 Prize Pool across five categories:
Provost's Choice Award
BEST of CAHSS (College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences)
BEST of COEIT (College of Engineering and Information Technology)
BEST of CNMS (College of Natural and Mathematical Sciences)
People's Choice Award
Buffet Lunch for All Attendees – Enjoy a catered lunch featuring a variety of cuisines to accommodate diverse dietary preferences.
Free Poster Printing is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants are encouraged to bring posters they have already prepared for previous conferences or presentations.
Whether you are presenting your research or just want to explore the exciting projects happening across UMBC, we welcome you to participate in this celebration of academic excellence.
Click the link here to register today, or scan the QR code in the flyer! Full URL below:
https://forms.gle/AYC5NiG917QULX8NA
Follow our Instagram @gears_umbc for other updates on events and things!
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CelebratingOrgs Forms Open!!
RSVP and Nominate Clubs for awards today!
Hello Retrievers!
We are excited to officially announce our annual event, CelebratingOrgs! This event honors everything you, as student organization officers, contribute to our campus community. There will be an awards show, a free dinner, opportunities to mingle with other students and campus stakeholders, and much more!
The event will take place on May 6th at 6:00 pm in the UC Ballroom. You can RSVP now using this link. Be sure to sign up soon!
Additionally, you can nominate your student organization for awards using this form*, which closes on April 10th. Here's the Awards Description.
Please email studentorgs@umbc.edu if you have any questions. We hope to see you there! :)
*Form has been edited; student orgs can submit to more than 1 award!
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Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:48:11 -0400
(REPOST) Cultural Inclusivity Initiative
Flavors From Around The World
Hello everyone!
UMBC is full of such wonderful cultures, traditions, and flavors, so we're launching a special initiative to learn more about the ingredients that are meaningful to you!
For the month of April, we're highlighting West African and East Asian cuisines and will expand on different regions in the later months.
From 3/9 - 3/23, students, staff, and faculty are invited to submit common ingredients used in dishes from those cultures using our interest form linked below. Your suggestions will help us expand our offerings so more people can cook meals that feel familiar, comforting, and connected to home.
Together, we can make the pantry even more inclusive, diverse, and reflective of the many cultures in the UMBC community!
Sincerely,
The Retriever Essentials Team
Forum Link:
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Mosaic Highlights (3/9/2026 - 3/13/2026)
Get up to date on The Mosaic Center’s events this week!
Happy Monday! Take a look at the events that will take place at The Mosaic Center this week:
Monday, 3/9/2026 | Chai Chats x Women's History Month 11-12 PM
Monday, 3/9/2026 | Unidos x Women's History Month3:30 - 4:30 PM
Wednesday, 3/11/2026 | Donuts & Dialogue x Women's History Month 12 - 1 PM
Thursday, 3/12/2026 | SistaCare 3 - 4:30 PM
We hope to see you at our upcoming events and sponsorships! Questions regarding Mosaic programming can be sent to our email: themosaic@umbc.edu.
The Mosaic Center and all events 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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Coffee Monday
Commons 308
Stop by Coffee Mondays to grab a free cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and take a breather between classes.
Whether you're coming to study, chat, or just refuel, this is your weekly reminder to slow down and connect with fellow grad students.
Where? Office of Graduate Student Life (Commons 308)
When? Every Monday | 10am - 2pm
Come as you are — pajamas, laptops, and coffee orders welcome.
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This Week With OHP! 03/09/26
Wednesday, March 11th- 12 PM -1 PM
Wellness Wednesday
Commons Mainstreet
Join OHP on Mainstreet for this week's Wellness Wednesday! It's National Sleep Awareness week so stop by to learn what may be preventing you from getting the quality sleep you need!
Thursday, March 12th- 3 PM - 5 PM
Safe Spring Break
RAC Courts
Spring Break is just around the corner, and we want to make sure you're prepared! Our Physical Health Peer Health Educators will be hosting Safe Spring Break on the RAC Courts with a free throw contest, badminton, bowling, and educational tables on sun protection and hydration! Stop by for fun, snacks, and leave with the knowledge to stay safe over break.
*All events 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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GSA Elections 2026–2027: LAST DAY TO APPLY IS TODAY!!!
Ready to Lead? Not Just a Role — A Responsibility.
The Graduate Student Association (GSA) election process for the 2026–2027 academic year is officially underway.
Please review the updated election timeline and key details below. We encourage all graduate students to participate in the process by submitting nominations, learning about candidates, and voting.
LAST DAY TODAY!
Apply now:
NOMINATION FORM
Election Timeline
• March 8, 2026 – GSA Election Nomination Form Deadline (updated deadline)
• March 9 – March 13, 2026 – Student Eligibility Check Period
• March 13, 2026 – Candidate Notification and Campaigning Details Shared
• March 23 – March 25, 2026 – Senator & E-Council 3-Minute Speech Recordings
(In-person preferred; locations will be communicated soon)
• March 26, 2026 – Speech Recordings Released on myUMBC
• March 27 – March 30, 2026 (until 5 PM) – Voting, Elections & Campaigning (Senators only)
• March 30, 2026 – E-Council & Senate Speaker Candidate Notification
• April 1, 2026 – E-Council & Senate Speaker 1-Minute Speech + Q&A at the Senate Meeting (1pm in person)
• April 10, 2026 – Final Election Results Announcement
Important Note for GAAC Candidates:
Candidates running for GAAC positions will be voted on specifically by Graduate Assistants (GAs) and should not campaign to the broader graduate student population.
Questions?
Please reach out to the GSA Election Committee Co-Chairs or committee members:
Election Co-Chairs
• Reena – rkale1@umbc.edu
• Neil – kneil1@umbc.edu
Election Committee Members
• Apurv – ja92776@umbc.edu
• Aditya – adityak7@umbc.edu
• Tanmay – tanmayp1@umbc.edu
We encourage all graduate students to stay engaged and participate in shaping the future of the UMBC Graduate Student Association.
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Center for Democracy and Civic Life Intern and Peer Leader Positions [PAID]
Applications for 2026 – 2027 due March 29, 2026
The Center for Democracy and Civic Life is looking for undergraduate and
graduate students to join our team as interns and peer leaders.
Intern Positions
Research
and evaluation interns ($15.00/hour for roughly 10-15 hours/week when
classes are in session, August 2026 - May 2027): Research and evaluation
interns support the Center for Democracy and Civic Life's assessment,
evaluation, and research projects; investigate topics related to Center
for Democracy and Civic Life programs; and support the Center's
contributions to national higher education initiatives. All graduate and
undergraduate students with a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA are invited to
apply. Applicants with (a) experience conducting qualitative research
and/or (b) experience facilitating dialogue will be given preference in
the selection process.
Special projects interns ($15.00/hour for
roughly 10-15 hours/week when classes are in session, August 2026 - May
2027): Special projects interns support the planning and implementation
of the Center for Democracy and Civic Life's programs and initiatives.
Tasks may include finding and compiling information, preparing
instructional materials, ensuring the availability of program supplies,
creating and distributing promotional materials, helping with program
setup and cleanup, guiding and checking in guests at program venues,
helping to envision and plan programs, and facilitating dialogue
programs. All undergraduate students with a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
are invited to apply.
Affiliate (Peer Leader) Positions
STRiVE
coaches ($1,250 stipend, September 2026 - January 2027): STRiVE coaches
help to organize and facilitate the
STRiVE leadership for public
purpose program, hosted by the Center for Democracy and Civic Life. Each
pod coach is paired with a staff coach to facilitate activities for a
small group (a "pod") that will meet regularly during STRiVE, and
participates on the teams facilitating activities for the entire STRiVE
community. Site coordinators assist with the purchasing and preparation
of program materials and are responsible for setting up spaces, managing
materials, keeping time, and communicating with site staff during the
week of STRiVE. All
undergraduate students are invited to apply.
Applicants who have previously participated in STRiVE will be given
preference in the selection process.
Alternative Spring Break
(ASB) leaders ($2,000 stipend, June 2026 - March 2027): ASB leaders help
to plan for, organize, and facilitate the
Alternative Spring Break
(ASB) program, hosted by the Center for Democracy and Civic Life. Pairs
of ASB leaders work to develop and facilitate small group experiences
exploring social issues in Baltimore. All
graduate and undergraduate
students are invited to apply. Applicants who have previously
participated in ASB will be given preference in the selection process.
Election
ambassadors ($1,250 stipend, August - November 2026): Election
ambassadors work collaboratively with members of the Center's staff team
to support Election 2026 programs and initiatives as peer educators,
resource navigators, and campus organizers who help motivate and support
UMBC students. Voter engagement ambassadors connect students with voter
registration and civic engagement opportunities. Social media &
communications ambassadors develop content to help promote civic
engagement at UMBC. All graduate and undergraduate students are invited
to apply. Applicants who have (a) experience in initiating conversations
with new people and representing organizations in public-facing
settings and/or (b) familiarity with social media platforms and digital
communication tools will be given preference in the selection process.
Summer
orientation leaders ($600 stipend, May - August 2026): Summer
orientation leaders support the Center for Democracy and Civic Life's
involvement in UMBC's
first-year and
transfer orientation programs.
Summer orientation leaders play a central role in facilitating a
large-group orientation session about inclusive excellence for
orientation groups of about 150 undergraduate students, as well as
managing session materials (e.g. counting and distributing worksheets;
transporting materials across campus) and helping with set-up and
clean-up. Summer orientation leaders also manage the Center's voter
registration tabling each morning of orientation. All
graduate and
undergraduate students are invited to apply. Applicants with previous
large group facilitation and/or speaking experience will be given
preference in the selection process.
If you have any questions about the application or the selection process, please email civiclife@umbc.edu.
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GSA Elections 2026–2027: Timeline & Important Updates
Ready to Lead? Not Just a Role — A Responsibility.
The Graduate Student Association (GSA) election process for the 2026–2027 academic year is officially underway.
Please review the updated election timeline and key details below. We encourage all graduate students to participate in the process by submitting nominations, learning about candidates, and voting.
NOMINATION FORM
Election Timeline
• March 8, 2026 – GSA Election Nomination Form Deadline (updated deadline)
• March 9 – March 13, 2026 – Student Eligibility Check Period
• March 13, 2026 – Candidate Notification and Campaigning Details Shared
• March 23 – March 25, 2026 – Senator & E-Council 3-Minute Speech Recordings
(In-person preferred; locations will be communicated soon)
• March 26, 2026 – Speech Recordings Released on myUMBC
• March 27 – March 30, 2026 (until 5 PM) – Voting, Elections & Campaigning (Senators only)
• March 30, 2026 – E-Council & Senate Speaker Candidate Notification
• April 1, 2026 – E-Council & Senate Speaker 1-Minute Speech + Q&A at the Senate Meeting (1pm in person)
• April 10, 2026 – Final Election Results Announcement
Important Note for GAAC Candidates:
Candidates running for GAAC positions will be voted on specifically by Graduate Assistants (GAs) and should not campaign to the broader graduate student population.
Questions?
Please reach out to the GSA Election Committee Co-Chairs or committee members:
Election Co-Chairs
• Reena – rkale1@umbc.edu
• Neil – kneil1@umbc.edu
Election Committee Members
• Apurv – ja92776@umbc.edu
• Aditya – adityak7@umbc.edu
• Tanmay – tanmayp1@umbc.edu
We encourage all graduate students to stay engaged and participate in shaping the future of the UMBC Graduate Student Association.
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