I am in search of a small bookshelf -- about 2-3 feet high. Please reach out to me at rchesle1@umbc.edu or 53059 if you have one that is looking for a good home.

Thank you for considering!

Traffic around the arena will be very heavy beginning at 7:30am on 6/2/2026 and throughout the day to accommodate three high school graduations. Faculty, staff, and students are strongly encouraged to avoid entering campus from I-195, as parking on the east side of campus will be difficult to access. Please plan to park in any available legal permit space across campus. Parking Services will be enforcing parking regulations for safety concerns only. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to manage increased traffic and event activity.

We are excited to announce the next phase of My WorkView in PeopleSoft HR: the Alternate Work Arrangements (AWA) Portal!

As part of UMBC’s ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, collaboration, and service excellence, eligible employees can now formally request, update, and route their telework or remote work schedules entirely online.

What’s New?

The new AWA Portal within My WorkView allows eligible individuals (including exempt staff, non-exempt non-bargaining staff, Contingent I and II staff, and graduate assistants) to:

• Electronically submit hybrid telework, compressed schedule or fully remote work requests.
  
  

• Specify your requested schedule and number of off-campus days including an as needed option.
  
  

• Route requests directly to your supervisor and department leadership for seamless digital approval.
  
  

• Securely upload required program documentation.
  
  

• Monitor the status of your AWA request.
  
  

Important Requirement Before You Apply

To utilize the portal and submit a formal request, you must first complete the required AWA Training Session. You will be required to upload your training completion certificate to finalize your submission in PeopleSoft.

• Did you attend the training but haven’t received your certificate yet? Please hold off on submitting your portal request and reach out to awasupport@umbc.edu for assistance.
  
  

If you have not yet attended AWA Training you should complete the asynchronous training course on Blackboard. The course is accessible under the 'Organizations' tab and save your certificate of completion for uploading in PeopleSoft.

How to Access It

1. Log into PeopleSoft HR via myUMBC, or directly at:https://my.umbc.edu/go/peoplesoft-hr
   
   

2. Click on the My WorkView tile on your homepage.
   
   

3. Select Alternate Work Arrangements from the left-hand navigation menu to open the request form.
   
   

Note: If you do not see the updated menu options immediately, please clear your browser cache and cookies. Instructions can be found here:https://clear-my-cache.com/detect.html. For the best experience, we recommend completing this form on a desktop or laptop computer.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Need help navigating the new screens or figuring out where to upload your certificate? We’ve got you covered. Review our quick Request and Approval Guide on the HRSTM AWA Webpage.

Who should I contact for support?

• For questions regarding policy eligibility, scheduling options, or missing training certificates, please email awasupport@umbc.edu.
  
  

• Visit the AWA webpage on HRSTM’s Website to access the slide deck from the live trainings and other pertinent resources.
  
  

The Academic Success Center is pleased to offer the following SI PASS sessions during Summer Session I in collaboration with the Division of Professional Studies in the following courses:

BIO 141:

Wednesdays from Noon – 12:50 p.m. in ILSB 101 
Thursdays from 2 – 2:50 p.m. Online

BIO 302:

Tuesdays from Noon – 12:50 p.m. in FA 010A 
Thursdays from 1 – 2:50 p.m. in FA 010A

CHEM 351:

Mondays from 9 – 9:50 a.m. in FA 010A 
Wednesdays from 9 – 9:50 a.m. in FA 010A 
Fridays  from 9 – 9:50 a.m. in FA 010A

MATH 151

Wednesdays from 3 – 3:50 p.m. Online 
Fridays from Noon – 12:50 p.m. Online

MATH 155

Thursdays from 4 – 4:50 p.m. Online 
Saturdays from 1 – 1:50 p.m. Online

PHYS 121

Mondays from 3 – 3:50 p.m. in FA 010 
Fridays from Noon – 12:50 p.m. FA 010

For more details, please visit this SI PASS Summer Schedule page on our Academic Success Center website, and for all questions please reach out to tutoring@umbc.edu.

Thumbnail photograph taken by Brad Ziegler.

FEMALE ROOMMATE WANTED – NEAR UMBC

Available August 9, 2026

We are seeking one female roommate for a furnished bedroom in a private single-family home in the Maiden Choice/Arbutus area, less than 1.5 miles from UMBC and located on the Purple Campus Shuttle route. Three grocery stores are nearby, and the shuttle provides convenient transportation to and from campus. The shuttle also stops near the shopping centers.

The home is shared with two female UMBC students/professionals and the landlord couple. We are looking for a respectful, tidy individual who will contribute to a clean and inclusive living environment. Preference will be given to UMBC or UMB Ph.D., graduate, or junior/senior undergraduate students.

Home Features

• Newly renovated 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home
• Quiet and safe dead-end street
• Fully furnished
• High-speed Wi-Fi and streaming cable
• All utilities included
• Open-concept, fully functional kitchen with:
  • Dishwasher
  • Garbage disposal
  • Icemaker
  • Meal-prep equipment
• Access to:
  • Laundry room
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Covered front porch
• Snow removal and lawn care included

Included Essentials

• Trash bags
• Paper towels
• Cleaning tools and supplies
• Dishwasher detergent
• Dish soap
• Linens and towel sets

Bedroom Includes

• Spacious, fully furnished, and decorated bedroom
• Large closet
• Full-size bed
• Two sets of new linens
• Blankets, comforter, and pillows
• Dresser with mirror
• Tall chest of drawers
• Two nightstands
• Desk and chair
• Smart TV with Wi-Fi streaming capability
• New bath towel sets

Additional Amenities

• Personal kitchen cabinet
• Personal combination-lock bathroom cabinet
• Personal laundry room locker/cubby
• Ample street parking
• County trash pickup twice weekly
• Instant hot water heater (hot water never runs out)
• Additional insulation in interior walls and ceilings for enhanced privacy

Location & Transportation

• Seconds from UMBC Shuttle and public bus stops
• Purple Route runs approximately every 15 minutes on weekdays
• Three nearby shopping centers
• Less than 1.5 miles from UMBC

House Guidelines

• Non-smoker only
• No smoking inside the home
• No drug use
• Must be clean, considerate, and respectful of shared spaces

Pet Policy

No pets except documented medical support animals.

Requirements:

• Documentation from a physician and veterinarian
• Animal must remain in the tenant's room when not supervised
• Animal must be crated when unattended
• Tenant is responsible for all care and cleaning

Please note: Due to allergies, cats and other shedding animals cannot be accommodated.

Lease Terms

Academic Year: August 2026 – May 2027

Summer Option: Late May 2027 – Mid-August 2027

Lease includes:

• Holidays
• Semester breaks
• Weekends
• Winter Session (unless otherwise arranged)

Preference will be given to academic-year leases. Month-to-month arrangements may be considered.

Rent & Deposit

Rent: $1,000/month

Includes:

• Furnished bedroom
• Shared refrigerator with one roommate only
• Shared bathroom with one roommate only
• Utilities 
• Wi-Fi
• Streaming cable

Security Deposit: $500

Additional Information

This is a private residence and is not Airbnb, hotel, or campus housing.

Tenants should provide their own:

• Personal belongings
• Toiletries
• Food and beverages
• Laptop/computer
• Academic materials

Contact

📞 Call or Text (preferred): 410-999-4668
Monday–Friday, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

📧 Email: whittleemail@gmail.com

Things to Consider When Evaluating Off-Campus Housing Near UMBC

When evaluating off-campus housing near UMBC, be sure to consider more than just the distance listed in a rental advertisement.

Many properties may appear to be within walking distance of campus, but the actual walking experience can vary significantly depending on the route. Some campus entrances are more pedestrian-friendly than others, and certain routes may involve steep hills, limited sidewalks, poor lighting, or challenging conditions during extreme heat, rain, snow, or ice. If you plan to walk or bike regularly, it is worth visiting the property and testing the route yourself before signing a lease.

Transportation access is also important. Housing located near a UMBC Shuttle stop may be considerably more convenient than housing that is technically closer to campus but requires a difficult walk.

Another factor to consider is the age of the home. Many houses in the surrounding neighborhoods were built decades ago and may have older plumbing, heating, and hot water systems. Depending on the property, tenants may experience limitations in hot water availability when multiple people are showering, doing laundry, or running the dishwasher. It is a good idea to ask landlords specific questions about hot water capacity, utility systems, and recent renovations before committing to a lease.

Taking the time to evaluate transportation, walkability, safety, and home infrastructure can help ensure that your housing choice meets your needs throughout the academic year.

To all chip users,

Access to chip has been restored. Some running jobs may have been impacted by the unexpected downtime. We thank you for your patience while resolving this issue. 

If you notice any further complications, please send an RT ticket to https://rtforms.umbc.edu/rt_authenticated/doit/DoIT-support.php?auto=Research%20Computing

Kind regards,
Danielle Esposito, DoIT Unix/Research Computing Student Worker

Nice wooden shelf

Overall dimensions are 30" H x 30" W x 14.5" D

Comes with two canvas bins

If interested, please contact Sharon

spaul@umbc.edu  or 5-3656

To all chip users,

We are currently experiencing an unexpected downtime issue that is preventing users from accessing chip.

Our team is working to resolve the issue, and we will provide more updates as we have them. 

Kind regards,
Danielle Esposito, DoIT Unix/Research Computing Student Worker

The Maryland Hispanic Bar Association (MHBA) is awarding scholarships to offset the costs of an LSAT preparation course to college students and recent graduates who have demonstrated commitment to the Latinx community.

• Recipients of the scholarship will receive a registration for an LSAT prep course from Kaplan titled "LSAT Prep -- Live Online" and it provides 12 months of unlimited access to expert-led instruction and practice materials valued at $1,299.
• Award recipients will also receive one courtesy ticket entry to the Maryland Hispanic Bar Association's 2026 Gala to network with attorneys and judges in attendance. 

To be eligible applicants must:

• Show that they have earned a Bacherlor’s Degree from an accredited 4-year college or university in Maryland, DC, or Virginia, OR be on track to obtain a Bachelor’s degree by the end of 2026 or 2027 (applicants who have already graduated cannot be more than 5 years out from their graduation date by the application deadline).

• Submit an Unofficial Transcript along with their application.

• Demonstrate involvement and commitment to the Latinx community.

• Be eligible to register and attend the Kaplan LSAT Online Prep Course in 2027.

• Plan to sit for the LSAT exam in 2027.

• Plan to apply to law school for the 2027 or 2028 cohort (spring or fall)

• Demonstrate a financial need.

• Attend the 33rd Annual Maryland Hispanic Bar Association Gala on Friday, September 18, 2026 in Ellicott City, MD

Application materials along with unofficial transcripts must be submitted no later than 11:59PM, July 31, 2026. 

Any questions regarding the scholarship can be directed to MHBAScholarships@gmail.com.

Scholarship finalists will be notified via email to attend an online interview with the Scholarship committed to be held on July 18, 2026. 

Scholarship finalists will be notified no later than September 1, 2026.

Applications are now open, and information on how to apply can be found here.

https://www.marylandhispanicbar.com/scholarship

The Language, Literacy, and Culture Program is pleased to announce that Iran Maria Razcon Echeagaray of LLC Cohort 26 successfully and skillfully presented her dissertation research proposal on May 22, 2026.

Maria's project is titled, Writing Fanfiction in the Spanish as a Heritage Language Classroom.  Following a successful presentation, Maria and the committee discussed plans for the next phase of the dissertation.  The committee affirmed the value of the proposed research and shared suggestions to help Maria shape its continued development.

Many thanks to Maria's committee members:

Chair:   

            Shannon Sauro, Education

Members:   

            Nicole Morse, Language, Literacy, and Culture

            Ana Oskoz, Modern Languages, Linguistics and Intercultural Communication

            Meloddye Carpio Rios, Modern Languages, Linguistics and Intercultural Communication

            Boris Vazquez-Calvo, University of Sevilla

Please join us in congratulating Maria on reaching this significant milestone!