From Becky Bosstick, Director of Special Events, Office of Institutional Advancement:

Help celebrate our soon-to-be alumni by volunteering to support spring commencement! There will be three ceremonies: Wednesday, May 20 at 10 a.m. and Thursday, May 21, at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the CEI Arena.

Take a look at the event staff registration form, which includes preferred assignments and estimated time commitments. Breakfast and event staff polos will be provided. If you would prefer to participate in the faculty/staff procession in regalia instead, complete the procession registration form.

Reach out to Becky Bosstick with questions: bbosstic@umbc.edu

Looking for a summer course?

Consider taking Interdisciplinary Social Science Research Training (SOCY 497/698), an online (synchronous) course!

SOCY 497/698 provides training in research methods, professional development, and key topics in health, alongside direct faculty mentorship and participation in active research projects. Students will also have the opportunity to connect with faculty and get involved in their research projects!

Meets Tues., Wed., Thurs., 9:00 AM–12:10 PM over 4 weeks. Open to undergraduate and graduate students with flexible prerequisites.

For questions, or if you need permission to enroll, contact: Dr. Mair christine_mair@umbc.edu

UMBC Pride Week 2026 is bringing the vibes, and you’re invited to celebrate the stars of our community. Join the LGBTQ+ Faculty & Staff Association for an evening of recognition, networking, and (of course) appetizers at the Pride Awards Ceremony!

Whether you’re looking to mingle with queer professionals or just want to celebrate the incredible work being done on campus, this is the place to be.

📅 When: April 29, 2026 🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM 📍 Where: UMBC (Check the Pride Center for specific room details!)

📢 Call for Nominations! Know a student, faculty, or staff member making waves? We want to hear about them!

✨ Deadline to nominate: April 21

🔗 How: Scan the QR code in the image to submit your nominations today!

Let’s honor the people who make our campus a more inclusive place. See you there! 

Hello!

Sharing a video entitled "Beyond the Project: Mentoring the Next Generation of Project Managers".  I was able to attend a Project Management Symposium at College Park last year and I recently received a message from a group affiliated with the symposium sharing this video.

RECRUITING PARTICIPANTS 

Our study explores how college students reflect on their early literacy and math learning experiences at home during elementary school.

🕒 Time: 10–15 minutes
🎓 Incentive: 0.5 SONA credits (if eligible)
✔️ Participation: Voluntary

🔗 Survey link:
https://umbc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8J2A412Tmzr14WO

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Besjanë at besjanek@umbc.edu.

RECRUITING PARTICIPANTS 

Our study explores how college students reflect on their early literacy and math learning experiences at home during elementary school.

🕒 Time: 10–15 minutes
🎓 Incentive: 0.5 SONA credits (if eligible)
✔️ Participation: Voluntary

🔗 Survey link:
https://umbc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8J2A412Tmzr14WO

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Besjanë at besjanek@umbc.edu.

RECRUITING PARTICIPANTS 

Our study explores how college students reflect on their early literacy and math learning experiences at home during elementary school.

🕒 Time: 10–15 minutes
🎓 Incentive: 0.5 SONA credits (if eligible)
✔️ Participation: Voluntary

🔗 Survey link:
https://umbc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8J2A412Tmzr14WO

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Besjanë at besjanek@umbc.edu.

RECRUITING PARTICIPANTS 

Our study explores how college students reflect on their early literacy and math learning experiences at home during elementary school.

🕒 Time: 10–15 minutes
🎓 Incentive: 0.5 SONA credits (if eligible)
✔️ Participation: Voluntary

🔗 Survey link:
https://umbc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8J2A412Tmzr14WO

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Besjanë at besjanek@umbc.edu.

You are invited to the CBIC final Event!  

It's time for our Annual CBIC Event this Thursday, April 16th from 5:30-8:30 pm! 

Are you interested in networking with other students and entrepreneurs?  Join us at 5:30 pm before the competition begins at 6:30 pm for appetizers and networking!  Attendees will have the opportunity to meet alumni entrepreneurs, students, and community members interested in entrepreneurship.

Students submitted their business plans and the judges have decided on the finalists!  Come hear them present their ideas, hear the judges' decisions, and see who wins up to $4,000 seed funding to launch their ventures!

Come support these students as they take this step towards starting a business or social impact venture! 

What?  The CBIC Final Event

Where?  University Center Ballroom

When?  Thursday, April 16th

5:30-6:30 pm: Appetizers, Student Venture Tabling, and Networking

6:30-8:30 pm: The CBIC Competition Final Event                                                               

RECRUITING PARTICIPANTS 

Our study explores how college students reflect on their early literacy and math learning experiences at home during elementary school.

🕒 Time: 10–15 minutes
🎓 Incentive: 0.5 SONA credits (if eligible)
✔️ Participation: Voluntary

🔗 Survey link:
https://umbc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8J2A412Tmzr14WO

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Besjanë at besjanek@umbc.edu.