For more information on these events check out the event's page on myUMBC or email AdultLearners@umbc.edu
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The commission and online premiere performance of No Air is made possible by American Composers Orchestra with lead funding from Augusta Gross and Leslie Samuels. The work can be watched here.
If you are interested in raised bed gardening, here are a few tips to get you started:
1. Don't step on the soil
It's important to make sure that the soil doesn't get compacted in your raised garden bed. Non-compacted soil allows plants to grow stronger, deeper roots. One way to prevent compacted soil is to make sure that you don't stand directly in the garden bed, while weeding or doing other garden maintenance.
2. Prevent weeds and grass from growing around the raised garden bed
There are a few different methods to prevent weeds and grass from growing around paths and walkways. One of my preferred methods is to put down a layer of cardboard on the path or walkway, and then cover it with a layer of mulch. This prevents weeds and grass from growing, while also making the garden pathways look more tidy.
3. Remember to mulch your raised beds
One way to keep weeds from overwhelming your garden plot is to mulch your raised beds. Mulching is important, because it helps to regulate the temperature of the soil, and it also helps the soil to retain moisture during summer months. Furthermore, mulching will save you time and energy, because you won't have to spend as much time weeding your garden plot. Mid to late spring is generally the best time to mulch, although mulching later in the season can also be beneficial.
4. Water your raised garden bed daily (or as needed)
Because the raised garden bed sits above ground level, you should regularly check on the soil, and make sure that it hasn't completely dried out. In very hot regions, you may need to water the garden bed daily (especially during the summer months). However, if you live in a cooler climate (or if rain is in the forecast) then you may be able to skip watering for a day or two. Ideally, you should water your garden bed in the early morning or in the evening.
5. Make sure your soil has enough nutrients
The soil of a raised garden bed gets depleted of nutrients after each growing season. A great way to replenish the nutrients in the soil is to spread a layer of compost over the entire garden bed, at the beginning of the growing season. 1-2 inches of compost should be sufficient for a raised garden bed that already has a fair amount of nutrients in it. However, more compost may be needed for a garden bed that has been completely depleted of nutrients.
These tips are just general guidelines. For a more in-depth look at raised bed gardening, here are a couple of helpful online resources:
Do you identify as a first-generation student? Are you a sophomore, junior, or senior interested in supporting freshman first-generation students within your major of study or interest area? If you answered “yes” to either of those questions, this is an opportunity that you may be interested in.
In collaboration with the First-Generation Network, Off-Campus Student Services is incredibly excited to announce the First-Generation Peer Mentoring Program (FGPMP). FGPMP is designed to support the success of current first-time and full-time first-generation students at UMBC. Students that take part in this program can expect to meet other first-generation students and become a part of a large, supportive community that works to share resources, find lasting friendships and connections, and create an impactful college experience. We are looking for students from each of the different colleges at UMBC to support other first-generation students in acclimating to and thriving through the experience of being a Retriever.
Participants of the FGPMP will have the opportunity to take part in a series of activities and workshops designed to enrich students both personally and professionally. Some additional benefits of taking part in the FGPMP include:
Developing transferable and marketable skills to enhance professional experience
Cultivation of leadership, self-management, and organizational skills
Improved communication and interpersonal skills
Greater self-efficacy and self-awareness
An increased network of support
Expanding your resume
If you’re interested in serving as a mentor for the FGPMP, please click here to fill out the application. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. M. Antonio Silas at silas@umbc.edu. Thank you very much and we hope you’ll consider being a part of this incredibly important program.
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Today marks the first day of Involvement Fest, also known as I-Fest, and your best chance to become connected to one or more of the 230+ student organizations at UMBC! Student organizations will be available to meet with you daily starting today, Tuesday, September 8, until Friday, September 11, from noon to 2 p.m.
Student organizations are excited to share information with you and welcome new members! Each day, different categories of student organizations will be featured for you to connect with and potentially join. The organizations will be hosting live video rooms through Webex Teams. You can download Webex Teams at https://www.webex.com/downloads.html or you can use the web browser version. If you would like to learn more and participate, please visit the Involvement Fest website at https://welcomeweek.umbc.edu/involvement-fest/.
You can also add the dates to your calendar so you don’t forget!
Tuesday, September 8
Cultural, Hobbies, Governance, Media, & Political Orgs
Wednesday, September 9
Academic, Career, and Honors Organizations
Thursday, September 10
Service/Social Action, Religious, and Arts/Performance Orgs