BARTENDER
$16/HR, Part-Time, Non-Exempt, tips
Schedule varies week to week, not to exceed 20hrs per week.

If found, please either contact me at ge50858@umbc.edu OR turn the umbrella in to the Campus Information Center (CIC) located in the Common's lobby, or the Library Circulation Desk at AOK Library, and leave a comment on this post.

Take a few minutes to share your thoughts!

The University System of Maryland is conducting a survey to understand current attitudes toward and opinions of public higher education in Maryland and how it is perceived to impact the state. Because you are a student at a USM institution, we would value your participation. Please consider taking a few minutes to share your opinions by taking the survey.

TAKE THE SURVEY

The survey is being conducted by our marketing partner, BVK, on our behalf. Your responses will remain anonymous and will be automatically submitted to BVK and analyzed only in aggregate with others.

The survey should take about 10 minutes to complete and, as a thank you for participating, you will be given the opportunity to enter a drawing for a chance to win one of fifty $25 Amazon.com gift cards.

Review full drawing rules.

Thank you for your consideration.

TAKE THE SURVEY 

If you have questions about the survey, please send them to USMStudentSurvey@BVK.com

Thanks again!

Take a few minutes to share your thoughts!

The University System of Maryland is conducting a survey to understand current attitudes toward and opinions of public higher education in Maryland and how it is perceived to impact the state. Because you are a student at a USM institution, we would value your participation. Please consider taking a few minutes to share your opinions by taking the survey.

TAKE THE SURVEY

The survey is being conducted by our marketing partner, BVK, on our behalf. Your responses will remain anonymous and will be automatically submitted to BVK and analyzed only in aggregate with others.

The survey should take about 10 minutes to complete and, as a thank you for participating, you will be given the opportunity to enter a drawing for a chance to win one of fifty $25 Amazon.com gift cards.

Review full drawing rules.

Thank you for your consideration.

TAKE THE SURVEY 

If you have questions about the survey, please send them to USMStudentSurvey@BVK.com

Thanks again!

NEAR UMBC (FEMALE ONLY)

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 on the Purple Campus Shuttle route. Three grocery stores are nearby, and the shuttle offers convenient pickup and drop-off.

Room Available August 9, 2026 and after

The home is shared with two female UMBC students/professionals and the landlord couple. We are looking for a respectful, tidy individual who values a quiet, clean, and inclusive living environment. Ideal candidates are UMBC or UMB Ph.D., graduate, or junior/senior undergraduate students.

Home Details

• Newly renovated 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home on a quiet dead-end street
• Fully furnished with Wi-Fi and streaming cable
• Open-concept kitchen (dishwasher, garbage disposal, icemaker, meal prep tools)
• Access to laundry room, living room, dining room, and covered front porch
• Snow removal and lawn care included

Included Essentials

• Trash bags, paper towels, cleaning tools and supplies 
• Dishwasher detergent and dish soap
• Linens and towel sets

Bedroom Includes

• Spacious fully furnished and decorated room with large closet
• Complete full bed with two sets of new linens, blankets, comforters, and pillows
• Dresser with mirror and tall chest
• Two nightstands 
• Desk and chair
• Smart TV with streaming and WiFi
• New bath towel sets

Additional Amenities

• Personal large kitchen cabinet
• Laundry room key locker/cubby
• Street parking 

Location & Transportation

• Very short walk to UMBC shuttle and public bus stops
• Purple Line runs approximately every 15 minutes (weekdays)
• Walking distance to shopping centers

House Guidelines

• Non-smoker (no smoking inside); no drug use
• Must be clean and respectful of shared spaces

Pet Policy

• No pets except documented medical support animals
• No cats or shedding animals (due to allergies)
• Documentation required (physician and veterinarian)
• Must remain in tenant’s room and be crated when unattended
• Tenant responsible for all pet care and cleaning

Lease Terms

• Fall: August 2026 – May 2027
• Summer: Mid-May 2027 – Mid-August 2027
• Includes holidays, weekends, and semester breaks
• Ideal for winter session housing

Preference for academic-year leases; month-to-month considered.

Rent

• $1,000/month (shared bathroom and refrigerator with one person)

Security Deposit

• $500

Important Notes

• Private home (not Airbnb, hotel, or campus housing)
• Please bring personal belongings, toiletries, food/drink, laptop, and books

Contact

📞 Call/Text: 410-999-4668 (Mon–Fri, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
📧 Email: whittleemail@gmail.com

🚨 Don't Forget: Your Finals Reset Starts Tomorrow! 

Take a deep breath—the Grad Finals Reset is officially here to help you navigate finals week with a little less stress and a lot more support.

Here is what’s happening over the next few days:

🥞 TOMORROW: Grad Retriever Breakfast

Kick off the week with us at the Sportszone!

• When: Wednesday, May 13 | 10AM - 12PM

• Fuel up for your study sessions with a free breakfast. Come say hi and grab a bite before you head to the library!

🧩 ALL WEEK: Daily Drop-In Reset Space

Need a 5-minute break or a quiet place to hide from your notes? The OGSL Office is your sanctuary from May 13–19.

• Flexibility is key: Stay for 5 minutes or an hour.

• Activities: Puzzles, coloring, brain teasers, and peace and quiet.

⚓ SATURDAY: Grad Day Out at Fort McHenry

Don't forget to sign up for our featured experience this Saturday, May 16!

• Includes: Transportation and lunch.

• The Goal: Get off campus, see the harbor, and recharge with friends.

• 🎟️ Sign-up is required

You’ve worked hard all semester. Let us help you finish strong. See you tomorrow morning at the Sportszone!

First, a huge thanks to everyone who ran for office--we wish you all could have won and appreciate your continuous efforts on behalf of our Honors College students. We couldn't do it without you!

Second...here is your E-Board for 2026-2027!

• President: Aryan SrivastavaI
• Internal VP: Christian Jassani
• External VP: Irene Teye
• Secretary: Isabella Hood
• Treasurer: Kerry Kelly
• Social Media: Ashlyn Raborg

Finally, let's give a (figurative!) round of applause to this year's E-Board, especially those who are graduating:

• Isabel Kendall, External Events Chair
• Kayla Nemirovsky, Social Media Manager
• VUNNATHI ANKEM, President (and spiritual glue of the HCC :-)

We thank you for all you have done and will miss you terribly! 

For Vunnathi Ankem, psychology, the UMBC experience has been defined by one word: community. As an resident assistant, a researcher, and a multifaceted student leader, she has spent her four years both building community and studying its impact on the human experience. From hosting public service retreats in Baltimore to interviewing members of the South Asian diaspora for her thesis, Ankem’s work bridges the gap between community-centered research and heartfelt advocacy. As she prepares to graduate, she leaves behind a campus made stronger by her leadership and a personal roadmap focused on healing, mentorship, and global research.

Q: What brought you to UMBC?

A: I was really trying to find community, to find a place that fit who I was. And I found that at UMBC. I’ve been welcomed by so many communities here, and that’s not just what brought me to UMBC—it continues to be the reason why I love it. 

Q: What drew you to the leadership roles you’ve taken on?

A: The three leadership roles I think about are RA of the Shriver Living Learning Community (LLC), upperclassman chair of the Sondheim Scholars Program Steering Committee, and Honors College Council president. I initially never thought I’d become an RA, but the Shriver LLC floor is something I’m very passionate about. Everyone is always helping each other, and that sort of community is what I love. For Sondheim I was drawn to its public service orientation. I was able to host retreats in Baltimore for first-year students and could make sure they understood how beautiful this city is. My role in the Honors College has become something much deeper after we lost the president and my good friend. She was everywhere and her impact on my life, and on everyone else, continues to be inspiring to me after she’s gone.

Q: What does leadership mean to you?

A: A lot of leadership is serving and listening. As one person, you can’t have all the ideas and you can’t do everything yourself. The best leaders create other leaders because a huge part of leadership is mentorship. You have to always be looking to see who’s interested and giving people the opportunity to grow and blossom and become amazing student leaders. I’ve been lucky to watch that happen in every single role I’ve had on campus. It’s beautiful.

Q: Tell us about your honors thesis research.

A: It all started with Alternative Spring Break. The topic was educational justice for youth experiencing intimate partner violence, which inspired me to do research in that field. A psychology grad student from Pakistan, Ellia Khan, in Dr. Christopher Murphy’s lab inspired me with her South Asian perspectives on this research. Our conversations led me to look into what social factors make us believe certain things and develop certain concepts about unhealthy relationships. The South Asian diaspora is an interesting population to study because it’s fast growing and there’s a wide range of experiences. I’ve done about 14 interviews now, and every single person I’ve talked to I’ve learned so much from.

Q: What advice do you have for incoming students?

A: When I think about what I’m proud of, it’s not the awards, it’s the people. I remember all the people who were there when I needed support—those people meant more to me than any accomplishment. My advice would be to think about what you’ll look back on. It will most likely be community—the people who were there when you weren’t at your best.

Q: What does life after UMBC look like?

A: I’ve been thinking about this question for the whole year. I definitely want to pursue a clinical community psychology Ph.D. in the future—that’s the goal.  I was awarded a Fulbright Scholarship, so I’ll be heading to India for a nine-month research project – a sort of extension of my thesis, but with people from different states across India. I’m also excited to return to my Indian classical dancing roots. Something about being on stage and dancing, it’s my ultimate peace.

All photos courtesy of Ankem. Story by Katharine Scrivener, assistant director of alumni and development communications.

Greetings Undergraduate Retrievers,

You are invited to attend a virtual town hall to learn about UMBC’s new Master of Science in Applied Data Science, scheduled to launch in Fall 2026.

This session is designed for undergraduate students interested in data science, analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and related fields who may be considering graduate study at UMBC.

During the session, we will discuss:

• Program structure and curriculum

• Career pathways and industry opportunities

• Pathways and elective options

• Questions about admissions, preparation, and planning ahead

The session will be hosted and facilitated by the Graduate Program director and Associate director for the degree,

Dr. Masoud Soroush & Dr. Ali Yousuf, respectively, in conjunction with Office of Professional Programs 

We encourage students from computing, engineering, mathematics, statistics, information systems, sciences and humanities, economics, and related disciplines to attend.

UMBC MS in Applied Data Science: Town Hall

Wednesday, May 13, 2026
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM (Eastern Time)
Location: Webex

Meeting number (access code): 2868 156 4315
Host key: 308477
Meeting password: DATA

Join the meeting:
https://umbc.webex.com/umbc/j.php?MTID=m50a163798904f542d5b7ef38615e423a

We hope you will join us to learn more about this exciting new graduate opportunity at UMBC.

Best regards,
Office of Professional Programs
University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)