Apply for Alternative Spring Break (ASB) 2026 (due 12/19)
An empowering exploration of systemic change in Baltimore
Alternative Spring Break (ASB) is a five-day immersive learning experience for UMBC undergraduate and graduate students to explore the systemic and human dimensions of complex social issues in Baltimore. Participants will spend much of the week in Baltimore City connecting with local leaders, policymakers, organizations, and community members, to gain a nuanced understanding of the resources and challenges related to their topic areas. The program supports students in linking their knowledge and interests to local contexts, and in identifying pathways for long-term community engagement.
This year's ASB program will take place from Monday, March 16 to Friday, March 20, 2026. Participants spend much of the week in small groups, each co-led by UMBC students trained by the Center for Democracy and Civic Life, exploring a specific topic in depth.
This year's focus areas are:
- Housing Equity and Access
- Justice in Psychiatric Care
- Fostering LGBT+ Belonging in Schools
Complete the ASB 2026 application by December 19, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. EST. Accepted and waitlisted applicants will be notified via email in late January.
ASB is hosted by the Center for Democracy and Civic Life. More information is available on the the Center for Democracy and Civic Life website.
ASB is open for full participation by all undergraduate and graduate students 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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Apply for STRiVE 2026: Leadership for Public Purpose Retreat (Due 11/7)
A transformative UMBC retreat for undergraduate students
UMBC's STRiVE program has inspired hundreds of undergraduate students since 2009. Now it's your turn. Spend five days building
community and developing skills while exploring leadership for public
purpose. You will emerge with greater clarity and confidence about the
contributions you want to make to your communities, especially the UMBC
community.
This year's STRiVE program will take place from
Monday, January 12 – Friday, January 16, 2026. STRiVE participants will
make new friends, discover their strengths and values, learn how to work
more effectively in groups, envision contributions they could make at
UMBC, and tackle both simulated and real leadership and social change
challenges. Past STRiVE participants have gotten deeply involved in
campus organizations and initiatives, and have made phenomenal
contributions.
Complete the STRiVE 2026 application by November 7, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. EST. Accepted and waitlisted applicants will be notified in late November.
STRiVE is hosted by the Center for Democracy and Civic Life in partnership with the Student Government Association with support from PNC Bank. More information is available on the
Center for Democracy and Civic Life website.
STRiVE is open for full participation by all undergraduate students
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.
Situationships got you confused? Come find out if it's cuffing or coffin season! Pizza and Kahoot included.
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.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 11 AM- 1 PM
Speed Friending
Commons, 331
The Office of Health Promotion will be joining Student Affairs Success Initiatives for Speed Friending, a fast-paced, fun way to meet fellow students and grow your UMBC network.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 -12 PM-1 PM
Wellness Wednesday
The Commons, Mainstreet
Join the Peer Health Educators for Wellness Wednesdays! This Wednesday, stop by The Commons Mainstreet to share a song that has been getting you through the week.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 3 PM -5 PM
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Join the Office of Health Promotion for Cuffing or Coffin Season. Situationships got you confused? Let's unmask the truth about situationships.
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Reminder! Dinner with Friends this Thursday, October 23rd
RSVP Today!
This Thursday, October 23, UMBC's Center for Democracy and Civic Life will host Dinner with Friends, an engaging, facilitated conversation that will connect you with other members of the UMBC community. The program will take place on October 23, 2025 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the University Center, UC 312. The Center for Democracy and Civic Life will provide a catered dinner.
Attendees will be seated together in small groups and have the opportunity to participate in conversations in one of three topic areas:
-Mental health
-Food insecurity
-Finding community on campus
RSVP today to reserve your seat at this popular dinner program and select your conversation topic of interest!
If you have any questions, please feel free to email the Center for Democracy and Civic Life at
civiclife@umbc.edu.
How would you like to represent all of those students as a member of the
Board of Regents, the system's governing body?
Please take a look at this
description of the Student Regent position and consider applying. Please also pass the information along to friends who may be interested. The Student Regent will serve from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028, including as the voting Student Regent in 2027-2028. All applicants should be planning to graduate in spring 2028 or later.
The application deadline is Monday, November 3 at 5 p.m.
Here is the application.
Submit completed applications by email to
dhoffman@umbc.edu. If you need more time to get the required letters of recommendation, let us know and we can arrange a separate due date for them.
We are happy to answer questions about the position and the process, so don't hesitate to contact us (
civiclife@umbc.edu) if you'd like to know more.
--Center for Democracy and Civic Life staff
It's happening today! Join us for the Red Flag, Green Flag Project from 11 AM – 3 PM on Erickson Field.
Do you know the signs of a healthy or unhealthy relationship? This interactive event invites our campus community to identify red and green flag behaviors in relationships and reflect on what you truly deserve in yours.
What to Expect:
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Help us reach our goal of putting 100 red and green flags outside The Commons
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Learn about campus resources that support healthy relationships
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Enjoy free snacks, and goodies!
Questions? Contact Patrice Marshall at patricey@umbc.edu or call RIH at 410-455-2542.
See you there!
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Wednesday, October 15, 2025 -12 PM-1 PM
Wellness Wednesday
The Commons, Mainstreet
Join the Peer Health Educators for Wellness Wednesdays! This Wednesday, stop by The Commons Mainstreet as for a game of trivia in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
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[REPOST] Red Flag, Green Flag Project
Can you identify Red & Green Flags in Relationships?
Do you know the signs of a healthy or unhealthy relationship?
Join us for the Red Flag Green Flag Project where the campus community is invited to identify red and green flag behaviors in relationships.
This interactive event is a great opportunity to reflect on what you deserve in your relationships and to build a stronger, healthier campus community.
What to Expect:
Help us meet our goal of putting 100 red and green flags outside the Commons
Learn about campus resources to support healthy relationships from 6 campus offices
Enjoy our Red Flag/Green Flag Playlist tunes
FREE snacks and goodies!
If you have any questions, please email the workshop facilitator Patrice Marshall (patricey@umbc.edu or call RIH at 410-455-2542)
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Pronouns: She/her
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Years in Student Affairs/UMBC: 3 years
UMBC parent? My older son is a junior in computer science here and has been accepted into the accelerated masters program. My younger son is in his first year at Towson University.
What is something you do as part of your position that people may not be aware of?
It's not part of my position, but definitely a part of my life - I helped start the Neurodiversity Affinity Group, and I serve as the advisor for the student Neurodiversity Club. I regularly advocate for neuroinclusiveness, whether that's at meetings and events, or in classrooms and offices. I'm also on the Retriever Essentials Advisory Board and the Student Affairs Strategic Planning Committee.
What is one of the most important things you’ve learned during your time here?
Get involved! We tell students this all of the time. While we're all at different stages in our life, there really is something for everyone, whether it's collaborating with other departments or joining an affinity group, volunteering with Retriever Essentials, or bringing your family to the outdoor movies.
What is something you like to do for fun and/or is something you are passionate about?
I'm from Philadelphia originally, so I am a passionate sports fan (go birds), and I love history. I recently discovered that one of my ancestors fought in the Revolutionary War and was stationed at Valley Forge – and 250 years later, I can still walk those same paths.
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