This summer the Women's Center will host a virtual/ hybrid summer book club! This book club is open to all UMBC community members, students, faculty, staff, even alumni! We will read, discuss,...
Positionality Statement: This blog post expresses my perception of activism as a queer woman of color. I implore readers to keep a sense of humanity and activity with them throughout daily...
To quote myself from the start of my first semester here at UMBC, “I have somewhat of a unique position in that I often find myself standing in the middle of the line–I am biracial, bisexual,...
Why is it that women are expected to take up as little space as possible? In elevators, we’re always in the corners making room for others. On crowded sidewalks, we’re the first to let others pass...
My name is Abby, I use she/her pronouns. I am writing this blog to share about my experience this semester participating in gender-based harm reduction and advocacy through the Women’s Center. ...
Discover the Power of Pop Culture! Course: GWST 390/CSST 392: Gender & Sexuality in Pop Culture Time: Wednesdays 4:30-7 PM Instructor: Kathryn Kein Explore how pop culture shapes...
Asian, Pacific Islander, Desi Graduation Cords Reservation closes today! We want to celebrate you and your achievements! Graduating students (undergraduate and graduate) can reserve...
Grad students, check your email and win Retriever Dollars
A message from our colleagues in the Office of Health Promotion. Original post here. Hey Graduate Retrievers! We need your voice! UMBC is participating in the National College Health...
Celebrating our Asian Pacific Islander Desi Community!
Throughout the month of May, UMBC, Maryland and the Country celebrate the history, resilience, and cultures of Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) communities worldwide as a part of APIDA...
There is no better time than the present to come down to the Women's Center for group discussions, making feminist friends, utilizing the meditation room, studying, lunch, and/or relaxing in the...