Hello Everyone!
Are you interested in running for a position on the UMBC PHCOM executive board? 👀 

Good News! Our E-Board Election Interest form is live now! Please click here to access the form and more information on the election process. The interest form closes on April 24th, 2026 @ 11:59 pm.

Hello Cyberdawgs!

Tonight, we will be hosting Game Night in ILSB116A from 7:15 to 8:15! There will be pizza, snacks, and a ton of fun! Stop by to decompress from the semester and get some free food! There will not be a webex for tonight, so be sure to show up in person!

Club elections are next week, on April 27th! Interested in becoming a board member or know someone who is? Sign up here before April 27th:
https://forms.gle/vTxUFkpfDC4uG46g8

Interested in competing on the Cyberdawgs Competition Team? Tryouts will be held May 1st in ITE231 and May 2nd in PAHB234 If you're interested, make sure to sign up now! Sign up here before April 24th:
https://forms.gle/yDUSLrvNihou5cxu5

Firetalks are back! Firetalks are a series of small talks presented by you to share knowledge about a cool or interesting topic in Cyber. If you're interested, Firetalks will be held May 4th Be sure to sign up here before then:
https://forms.gle/XY66g3ddFLb52vWd6

As a reminder, tomorrow, we are hosting another one of our Tuesday Workshops! This week, one of our competition team members, Dipa, will be presenting on reducing attack surfaces in competitions like CCDC! That workshop will be Tomorrow in PAHB108, from 7:15 to 8:15! Join in person or online through the Webex for that at: 
https://umbc-students.webex.com/meet/CyberDawgs

Stay Classy
Alex Henning
President of Cyberdawgs
Don't Do Crime

Our end-of-the-year celebration award nominations form CLOSES TODAY. 

In honor of our amazing students, faculty, and staff at UMBC, each event includes awards to recognize these incredible community members for their outstanding contributions. To see a description of ALL of our awards, please click here. 

Award nominations for both celebrations can be submitted here: https://forms.gle/TLH8uDwccy5gBJtj8. You may submit multiple nominations for the same or different individuals. Please submit all nominations by the end of the day, April 20. 
Graduating students can still RSVP until April 30th to reserve their honorary cord. RSVP links for graduating members and general members for each event can be found on our myUMBC page or below.  If you are bringing guests or family members, please include them in the RSVP count. 

• Asian Cultural Celebration & Awards: This celebration commemorates the achievements of UMBC community members and graduates while celebrating the vast cultural diversity of Asian communities and heritage on our campus. We seek to honor the breadth of experience of people across Asia - East, South, Southwest, West, and Central Asia. 

• Black & Latine/x Celebration & Awards: This celebration is in recognition of the achievements of UMBC's Black and Latina/e/o/x graduating students as well as contributing community members. We seek to honor the vast and impactful experiences of people across our Black & Latine/x community at UMBC. 

During both gatherings, we'll enjoy food together, showcase keynote speakers, student musical and dance performances, and award presentations to honor student contributions, as well as the faculty and staff who've contributed to their success.

Both of these events are open to ALL 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. 

University of Baltimore School of Law Black Law Students Association (BLSA) will be hosting a free pre-law panel open to anyone interested in learning more about law school! 

Event details:

BLSA Pre-Law Panel
Date: Tuesday April 21st
Time: 12-1:30p
Location: On campus at UBalt Law (RM 608) (1401 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201)

OR

via Zoom-https://lnkd.in/eTZmbrYM

Aye, it's 4/20, you know what that means: it's the start of lesbian visibility week.

College Students fo Democracy is having our weekly meeting tonight in our usual ILSB 302 at 7pm. Tonight is a planning meeting as we plan out out the rest of our semester (we only got a few weeks left before finals destroy us).

Additionally, we are also opening up Elections! If you want to guide the club in your own direction and help us florish, considering joining the race. All positions are open.

Note: you must be logged into your UMBC email to access it as it is a student election.

https://forms.gle/hvDHkE6a1huncjd37

Course description: Sociological analysis of the types of minority-majority group relations and the effects of these relationships on society and the groups and the individuals involved. 

Fall 2026 Shows:

the serpent under't

Written and Created by: Nigel Semaj
Directed by: Nigel Semaj
The Proscenium Theatre
October 29th - November 8th

WITCH

Written by: Jen Silverman
Directed by: Katie Hileman
The Black Box
December 4th - 6th

Audition Information

General Auditions: Wednesday, May 6th
Callbacks: Thursday, May 7th & Friday, May 8th

Sign Up to Audition on this Google Sheet.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING THOROUGHLY AND CAREFULLY PRIOR TO SIGNING UP.
YOU MUST USE YOUR UMBC EMAIL TO ACCESS ANY LINKS.

Who Can Audition?

Any UMBC students registered for the Fall 2026 semester are welcome to audition!
All BFA Acting and BFA-intending students are required to audition.

Audition Policy:

All who audition, regardless of major or track, agree to play as cast. This means that by auditioning you are committing to accepting any role or understudy assignment, and are available for the rehearsal and production schedule.

Audition Exemption:

BFA students who need to request an exception to auditions must fill out this form no later than Wednesday, April 29th. 

General Auditions

Date: Wednesday, May 6th, from 6:00 – 10:00 pm.
Location: Check in at the audition table in the PAHB Atrium. Auditions will take place in the TRS (PAHB 102).

To Bring/Prepare:

• One contemporary & One classical monologue totaling no longer than 2 minutes combined. 
  • Your classical piece should be from a play, no sonnets or poems.
• 3 printed copies of your resume & headshot.
  • Please use standard acting resume formatting. 
• Read both show scripts thoroughly.
  • Read MACBETH (PDF)
  • Read WITCH (PDF)

Callbacks

the serpent under't & WITCH callbacks: Thursday, May 7th, from 6:00 – 10:00pm*
*6:00-7:30p will be a movement call

the serpent under't callbacks: Friday, May 8th, between 11:00a – 4:00pm*
* you will not attend the entire block of time. You will give us your availability for Friday callbacks on Thursday.

Show Information

the serpent under't

Written and Created by: Nigel Semaj
Directed by: Nigel Semaj
The Proscenium Theatre

CLICK HERE TO READ MACBETH

About the show:

the serpent under't is an experimental dance theatre adaptation of William Shakespeare's Macbeth. It explores the shadows of the human psyche where ambition, guilt, and fate intertwine with the supernatural. Blending movement, dance, and spoken text, this reimagining draws inspiration from horror and the macabre of Edgar Allen Poe.

Casting Breakdown:

There is an ensemble of seven. Gender is not important in casting.

For this piece it is important that all performers dance, but more so THEKINDLYONES more than the others. MACBETH and LADY M are crucial as well. If THE FAITHFUL and THE KING are not strong movers/dancers that is okay.

• MACBETH
• LADY M
• THE FAITHFUL: plays BANQUO & SEYTON
• THE KING: plays DUNCAN & MACDUFF
• THE EUMENIDES or THEKINDLYONES: they play everyone else.
  • even when THEKINDLYONES are playing others, they are still very conscious that they are themselves. 
    • see no evil
    • hear no evil
    • speak no evil

Rehearsal Schedule:

Rehearsals are Monday through Friday, 6:00 - 10:00 pm, with extended hours during tech, dress rehearsal and performance weeks.

Important Dates:

• Company Meeting: Wednesday, August 26th
• Company Class: Thursday, August 27th
• First Rehearsal: Tuesday, September 1st, 2026
• Tech: Tuesday, October 20th - Wednesday, October 28th
• Opening: Thursday, October 29th
• Closing: Sunday, November 8th

WITCH

Written by: Jen Silverman 
Directed by: Katie Hileman
The Black Box

CLICK HERE TO READ WITCH

About the play:

A charming devil arrives in the quiet village of Edmonton to bargain for the souls of its residents in exchange for their darkest wishes. Elizabeth should be his easiest target, having been labeled a “witch” and cast out by the town, but her soul is not so readily bought. As the devil returns to convince her – and then returns again – unexpected passions flare, alliances are formed, and the village is forever changed. An inventive retelling of a Jacobean drama, this sharp, subversive fable debates how much our souls are worth when hope is hard to come by.

Casting Breakdown:

• ELIZABETH SAWYER – Woman, forties/fifties/sixties, an outcast.
• SCRATCH – Man, twenties/early thirties, the devil.
• SIR ARTHUR BANKS – Man, fifties/sixties, a wealthy and powerful man.
• CUDDY BANKS – Man, twenties/early thirties, Sir Arthur’s son, painfully shy, a Morris dancer. He is secretly in love with Frank (and also in hate).
• FRANK THORNEY – Man, twenties/early thirties, a confident and successful young man, charming and ruthless. His ambition knows no bounds.
• WINNIFRED – Woman, twenties/early thirties, Sir Arthur’s servant, resigned and pragmatic, secretly married to Frank.

Rehearsal Schedule:

This production rehearses as part of a class that meets Tuesdays/Thursdays: 6:00-8:15p and Fridays: 1:00-4:00p with potential extended hours Friday mornings.

Important Dates:

• Company Meeting: Wednesday, August 26th
• Company Class: Thursday, August 27th
• First Rehearsal: Tuesday, September 1st
• Tech: Monday & Tuesday November 23rd and 24th, Monday, November 30th - Thursday, December 3rd
• Opening: Friday, December 4th
• Closing: Sunday, December 6th

Sign up for an Audition Slot

Sign Up to Audition on this Google Sheet.

Important Reminders:

• You must read the published play prior to auditions. If a show is being devised or adapted, you must read the orginal text.
• Please sign up for the earliest slot available that you are able to attend.
• The audition sign up will close on the morning of May 6th. If you need to make any edits you will need to email Grace Shepperd at gsheppe1@umbc.edu
• Bring all known conflicts and class schedules to your audition. You will be asked to fill out your audition and disclosure forms when you arrive at your audition.
• Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled audition time!

Following auditions, all cast actors are required to be available for all scheduled rehearsals, additional evening & weekend hours as scheduled prior to performance, and for any other rehearsals as called.

A full rehearsal and production schedule will be provided following casting. 

The below is an updated post from a June 2025.

UMBC Procurement & Strategic Sourcing is excited to announce we have implemented Dedicated Delivery with Amazon Business for the entire UMBC campus (1000 Hilltop Circle).  This does not apply to Shady Grove, Rita Rossi Colwell Center, or either Research Park location.

Dedicated Delivery (DD) is a shipping option that consolidates packages going to a single business address onto pallets. With DD, Amazon optimizes for consolidation over speed, delivering purchases together on a pallet, during the same time window every day, and enabling faster drop off with one pallet scan from the delivery driver instead of multiple scans for parcel deliveries.  

This is a much more sustainable, consistent, and reliable delivery method. Packages will then be sorted at the UMBC Warehouse and delivered across campus by staff from Retriever Card Center & Mail Services to the final delivery location on campus.

When placing orders with Amazon Business you should select the FREE Dedicated Delivery option at checkout whenever available so orders will arrive on a DD pallet (as shown below).  

Please note that there are some items that are not eligible for DD. Hazmat, heavy, bulky, or merchant-fulfilled items are ineligible for DD and will continue to be shipped via parcel delivery.  In addition, this is only for items that are both fulfilled by Amazon

It is our hope that this change will significantly decrease any errors with Amazon package delivery and increase customer satisfaction.

Please be sure to select this delivery option when it is available for Amazon Business purchases.  Thank you.

Name: Krishna Chaitanya

Pronouns: He/Him

Semester of Internship: Spring 2026

Major: Information Systems

Current Class Level: Master's Student

This semester I completed a(n)...: Internship

Internship, Co-op, or Research Site (Company/Organization Name):  iCode Columbia

Location of the Organization (City, State): Columbia, Maryland

Title of position: STEAM Instructor

Tell us about your internship, co-op, or research opportunity, including your day-to-day responsibilities:

During my time at iCode, I worked as a STEAM instructor supporting students in developing computational thinking, problem-solving skills, and creativity through hands-on coding activities. My day-to-day responsibilities included teaching programming concepts using platforms such as Scratch and game development tools, guiding students through structured projects, and helping them understand logical thinking and basic software development principles. I facilitated interactive learning sessions, monitored student progress, and provided personalized support to ensure engagement and understanding across different skill levels. Additionally, I helped design lesson activities, encouraged collaboration and creativity, and maintained a positive learning environment that supported curiosity and experimentation. This experience strengthened my ability to communicate technical concepts clearly, adapt teaching strategies to diverse learners, and combine education with technology-driven learning approaches.

Describe the process of obtaining your position. When did you hear of the position and submit your application?

I learned about the iCode opportunity through online job postings and community networks focused on technology education and STEAM instruction. After reviewing the role requirements, I submitted my application, highlighting my background in computer engineering, programming, and interest in teaching technology concepts to students. The selection process included an initial review of my application followed by communication with the organization to discuss my technical skills, teaching approach, and ability to work with learners of different ages and skill levels. After successfully completing the interview and demonstrating alignment with their educational goals, I was offered the position and began preparing for instructional sessions and student engagement activities.

What resources did you use to find your current experience?

Networking events (UMBC Connects, Info Sessions, Arts With a Purpose, etc.), Alumni Networking, LinkedIn or other social media

What have you enjoyed the most about your position and organization?

What I have enjoyed most about my position is the opportunity to combine technology with teaching and make learning interactive and engaging for students. Working with learners from different backgrounds has allowed me to see how creative approaches to coding and problem-solving can build confidence and curiosity. I particularly enjoyed guiding students through hands-on projects, watching them apply logical thinking, and seeing their excitement when they successfully completed a task or created something on their own. The organization’s supportive and collaborative environment also made the experience rewarding, as it encouraged innovation, creativity, and continuous learning for both instructors and students. Overall, the role allowed me to develop both my technical communication skills and my ability to mentor others in a meaningful way.

How do you believe you have made an impact through your work?

Through my work, I believe I made an impact by helping students build confidence in technology and develop foundational problem-solving and computational thinking skills. By guiding them through hands-on coding activities and encouraging creativity, I supported learners in understanding complex concepts in a simple and engaging way. I focused on creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where students felt comfortable asking questions, experimenting, and learning from mistakes. Additionally, by adapting my teaching approach to different learning styles and skill levels, I helped improve student engagement and participation. Seeing students become more independent, curious, and confident in using technology demonstrated the meaningful impact of my contributions.

What advice would you give to another student who is seeking an internship or similar experience?

My advice to another student seeking an internship or similar experience would be to stay open to opportunities that allow you to learn and grow, even if they are slightly outside your comfort zone. Focus on highlighting your practical skills, projects, and willingness to learn rather than only your formal experience. Networking and building genuine connections can also help you discover opportunities that may not always be widely advertised. During the application process, tailor your resume to the role and clearly demonstrate how your skills align with the organization’s goals. Once you start, be proactive, ask questions, seek feedback, and take initiative whenever possible, as these experiences not only build technical skills but also strengthen communication, adaptability, and professional confidence.

Please provide a short reflection or quote about what you liked most about your position / earning internship credit / working with the Career Center.

"I really enjoyed the opportunity to combine technology and teaching while helping students build confidence through hands-on learning. The Career Center supported me by providing guidance, resources, and preparation that helped me feel more confident navigating professional opportunities and developing my career path."

Private room available in a 2BHK townhouse for a male at Westland Gardens for a 3-month move-in, available from May 24th to August 15th. 

Fully furnished 2BHK townhouse: 

What you get:

• Spacious living room with sofa + TV
• Fully equipped kitchen (Oven, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher)
• In-unit Washer & Dryer
• Central heating & cooling
• Just a 1-minute walk to the UMBC bus stop
• Only 10 minutes walk to campus

DM for more information: +1-202-937-5716 or email me at IO95979@umbc.edu