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A UMBC student offers a glimpse into her time in France

UMBC junior, Kaitlin Winchester, is currently studying abroad in Grenoble, France. Our Extra Credit team contacted Kaitlin for an interview in order to get an inside look into her experience....

April 15, 2016 · 2:29 PM

The Expert Right Next to You - Just for the Asking

Routing your Own Reliable Network

If you are like many students at UMBC, there is a good chance that you may have some pretty big questions on your mind about your future. Perhaps you are wondering: • How do I know if...

April 6, 2016 · 9:50 AM

Beyond Selfies and "Likes"

How to Use Social Media for Job Searching and Networking

Who doesn’t love scrolling aimlessly through social media accounts like @dogsofinstagram or @cats_of_instagram when you have some down time? But did you also know that as a college student, you...

March 21, 2016 · 10:48 AM

Elect to Connect!

Key UMBC Units Campaign Hard for Student Students Every Day

Transfer students arrive at UMBC as a key interest group seeking endorsements for their specific academic and career goals. Their most notable challenge often centers on time and making...

March 11, 2016 · 1:06 PM

The Path to Financial Success Begins in College!

How Financial Choices Now Can Positively Impact your Future

In the board game the Game of Life, you’re constantly coming up against scenarios that impact your overall financial situation. Sometimes you have choices to make – such as whether to take out...

March 2, 2016 · 10:16 AM

Voyage Beyond Applicant to Finalist

Hailing All Frequencies: Transferable Skills Get You Noticed

Did you know that a new Star Trek movie - Star Trek Beyond - will be released this upcoming July? The buzz has already started since the movie will be produced by J.J. Abrams who directed the...

March 2, 2016 · 9:52 AM

Go for the Gold!

Make Your College Experience More Active and Impactful

The 2016 Summer Olympics will take place in Rio de Janeiro this August. Just months away, athletes all over the world have spent years building up to this moment. And let’s be honest, while many...

February 19, 2016 · 10:29 AM

Now is PRIME TIME for You to Become a UMBC Student Leader

Spring Forward to Opportunities!

The Elizabeth Tower, located at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London, is considered one of the most recognizable landmarks in the United Kingdom. Big Ben is actually the name of...

February 16, 2016 · 12:45 PM

IMPORTANT

GRADUATING IN MAY? ONLY IF YOU DO 3 THINGS IN FEBRUARY!

Take action now to ensure graduation this Spring!

ESSENTIAL ACTIONS TO TAKE NOW TO ENSURE YOUR MAY 2016 DIPLOMA! 1. Apply to graduate on line by Monday, February 15. 2. Make sure you have all courses you need for degree completion on your...

February 8, 2016 · 1:25 PM

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Let's Set Some New Year's Goals

A dozen ideas to jump start 2016 and your future!

Once the holiday buzz has worn off and you start to feel restless around the start of the New Year, set some college and career-related goals to add to your New Year’s Resolutions. And then get...

December 15, 2015 · 7:00 PM

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