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<Title>HEAR OUR STORIES: Celebrating Black History Month</Title>
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    <p>Join The Mosaic: Center for Cultural Diversity &amp; The Gathering Space for Spiritual Well-Being as we read and highlight Black and Africana stories through children's literature. This event is in celebration of Black History Month! </p>
    <p>Monday, February 2, 2026</p>
    <p>11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.</p>
    <p>Commons Mainstreet</p>
    <p>(in front of the Bookstore)</p>
    <p>Story time with Matt will begin at 12 p.m.! </p>
    <p>Interested in connecting with <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/themosaic/events/149873/522bb/77a7d040b6f647aec735c85e79268629/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fthemosaic%2Fevents%2F140313%2F5389d%2F92544a88f29561c6e78839337541c15a%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%252Fgroups%252Fthemosaic" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">The Mosaic</a> or <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/themosaic/events/149873/522bb/bc4892c2996bb4c1759fdeed3fcca10c/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fthemosaic%2Fevents%2F140313%2F5389d%2Fc1f3c302c80cd4cd6e1ce9b990c88052%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%252Fgroups%252Fthegatheringspace" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">The Gathering Space</a>? Check out our myUMBC pages for future events and opportunities. </p>
    <div><div>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 <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/themosaic/events/149873/522bb/7b57366a7350adfc7c7cf15838d97ba6/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fthemosaic%2Fevents%2F148764%2F5389d%2F89428733012c335d10a6fac04e1b1180%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fecr.umbc.edu%252Fdiscrimination-policy%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">nondiscrimination policy</a>. </div></div>
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<Title>*REPOST* RIH Open House</Title>
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    <div>Welcome, Retrievers! If you've never had the opportunity to come to Retriever Integrated Health to see our facility, now is the time! Stop by and meet the mental health, medical, and administrative staff, as well as the Office of Health Promotion staff.</div>
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    <div>Learn about the programs and services we offer to support holistic student wellness. We'll also be offering complementary community acupuncture, blood pressure, guided meditation and breathing exercises in the Mind Spa and weight checks, along with tours of the space, information, snacks, and giveaways for those who come by!</div>
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    <div>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.</div>
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<Title>[REPOST] Thrive On: Is What&#8217;s On Your Plate Nourishing You?</Title>
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    <p>On Monday, February 2, we will host <strong>Dinner with Friends</strong>, an engaging, facilitated conversation that will connect you with other members of the UMBC community. </p>
    <p>Our conversations will be focused on two interrelated questions:</p>
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    <p>This program, as a part of <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/welcomeweek" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Winter Welcome Retrievers</a>, will take place on <strong>February 2, 2026 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.</strong> in the University Center, UC 312. A catered dinner will be provided.</p>
    <p>This program is a collaboration between the Center for Democracy and Civic Life and Student Belonging.</p>
    <p>Please <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSca3LvjraAmBVT8Jks36ejIr3KzcRcXSHj2QDqbZv7ukqx0ug/viewform?usp=dialog" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">RSVP by January 28, 2026</a> to reserve your seat at this popular dinner program!</p>If you have any questions, please feel free to email the Center for Democracy and Civic Life at<a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/civiclife/events/147009/9a/55a363091b4d1081de7d594f56a6c2dd/web/link?link=mailto%3Aciviclife%40umbc.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"> civiclife@umbc.edu</a>.</div>
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<Title>Office of Health Promotion-CLOSED</Title>
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    <div>Staff will be working virtually and can be contacted via email. If you have a general OHP question, please email <a href="mailto:ohp@umbc.edu">ohp@umbc.edu</a> </div>
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<Summary>Good afternoon UMBC! Due to the campus closures for the weather, our Speed Friending event has been rescheduled to next Monday. February 2nd! We hope you enjoy the rest of your weekend and stay safe!</Summary>
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    <li>Mondays: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.</li>
    <li>Tuesdays: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.</li>
    <li>Wednesdays: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.</li>
    <li>Thursdays: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.</li>
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    <li>Sundays: 12:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.</li>
    <li>University Holidays: Closed</li>
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    <div>These hours will begin on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 and will end on Thursday May 21, 2026. Look out for adjusted hours for Spring Religious Holidays. <br><br><strong>*PLEASE NOTE: Due to the inclement weather, we will re-open on Wednesday the 28th with the university. </strong>
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    <div>*Please note that space hours might shift based on staff availability, reservations, event times, and holidays. For more information about our other spaces, check out our myUMBC pages for each space below:</div>
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    <li><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/themosaic" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">The Mosaic Center for Cultural Diversity</a></li>
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    <div>For any other questions, please email us at <a href="mailto:thegatheringspace@umbc.edu">thegatheringspace@umbc.edu</a> </div>
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    <div>The Gathering Space 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 <a href="https://ecr.umbc.edu/discrimination-policy/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">nondiscrimination policy</a>.</div>
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    <p><strong>Retriever Integrated Health Inclement Weather Closure Update</strong></p>
    <p><strong>Medical Services</strong>: Closed while campus is closed</p>
    <p><strong>Counseling Services</strong>: Available virtually while campus is closed for current clients only.</p>
    <p><em>Note: These hours may change based on weather conditions and UMBC announcements. Check for updates.</em></p>
    <p><strong>Need to Schedule an Appointment?</strong> Call (410) 455-2542 and leave a message. We'll call you back when we reopen.</p>
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    <strong>Mental health or medical crisis</strong>: Call (410) 455-2542 and follow the prompts for immediate support</li>
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<Title>Thrive On: Is What&#8217;s On Your Plate Nourishing You?</Title>
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    <div class="html-content"><strong><p>On Monday, February 2, we will host <strong>Dinner with Friends</strong>, an engaging, facilitated conversation that will connect you with other members of the UMBC community. </p>
    <br><p>Our conversations will be focused on two interrelated questions:</p>
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    <li><p>"How do you live your values in community?"</p></li>
    <li><p>"How do you live a life that sustains you?"</p></li>
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    <br><p>We will explore challenges with thriving, share resources to support thriving, and generate ideas about how we, as a UMBC community, can improve thriving on campus.</p>
    <br><p>This program, as a part of <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/welcomeweek" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Winter Welcome Retrievers</a>, will take place on <strong>February 2, 2026 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.</strong> in the University Center, UC 312. A catered dinner will be provided.</p>
    <br><p>This program is a collaboration between the Center for Democracy and Civic Life and Student Belonging.</p>
    <br><p>Please <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSca3LvjraAmBVT8Jks36ejIr3KzcRcXSHj2QDqbZv7ukqx0ug/viewform?usp=dialog" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">RSVP by January 28, 2026</a> to reserve your seat at this popular dinner program!</p>
    <br><p>If you have any questions, please feel free to email the Center for Democracy and Civic Life at<a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/civiclife/events/147009/9a/55a363091b4d1081de7d594f56a6c2dd/web/link?link=mailto%3Aciviclife%40umbc.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"> civiclife@umbc.edu</a>.</p></strong></div>
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    <div><div>If you're having a mental health or medical crisis, please call (410) 455-2542 and follow the prompts to be connected with appropriate crisis support or call campus police at (410) 455-5555 or 911 if you're experiencing an emergency.</div></div>
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    <p>The Board of Regents and the University System of Maryland Student Council (USMSC) introduced the annual <a href="https://www.usmd.edu/regents/student_excellence_scholarship/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Board of Regents Student Excellence Scholarships</a> to recognize exceptionally talented students who are making contributions in various aspects of student life. Applications and letters of recommendation are now available, and are due Friday, February 6.</p>
    <p>Undergraduate and graduate students have the opportunity to nominate themselves for this scholarship. <a href="https://www.usmd.edu/regents/student_excellence_scholarship/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">All details, including eligibility and application information, can be found on the scholarship website</a>.</p>
    <p>Please share with students now to ensure they have the opportunity and time to apply. Student Affairs Communications and Marketing staff have created the attached images for myUMBC groups and social media channels. <strong>If you have any questions about using these images, please email </strong><a href="mailto:sacm@umbc.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">sacm@umbc.edu</a></p>
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