Spring 2025 Accessibility and Disability-Centric Events

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Join us for a variety of events focused on accessibility, inclusion, and building a supportive campus community!

March 25 – Spring Disability Film Screening
Time: 4 PM
Location: MYER 030 (Lecture Hall)
Please join us for a powerful screening of The Ride Ahead: Love, Tattoos, & Other Disabled Things. Samuel Habib is a typical 21-year-old, itching to move out, start a career, and find love. But no one tells you how to be an adult, let alone an adult with a disability. Can a community of disability activists help him follow his dreams?. Feel free to watch the trailer here, and free popcorn will be provided for the screening! .

March 26 – Tea Time with Tori (Held Monthly, next one 4/25)
Time: 12-2 PM
Location: Mathematics/Psychology 222
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming space where students, faculty, and staff can connect over tea and light snacks to discuss disability, accessibility, and campus experiences. Curious about how Assistive Technology can enhance learning and the classroom experience? Let’s chat!

April 8 – Inclusive Excellence in Action
Location: Virtual Event (Invitation Link Provided)
A conversation on fostering inclusivity and accessibility across UMBC.

April 16 - Facilities Accessibility on Campus: ADS & Facilities Management Partnership (Spring Update) Starts at Noon - RSVP at the link for virtual or in-person attendance in ILSB 116A)

Accessibility Walk and Roll Tours – 3/10, 3/27, 4/7, 4/28
Time: 12-1 PM
Start Location: Mathematics/Psychology 222
Join us for a guided tour of UMBC’s accessibility features, including the Skywalk and recent upgrades, while discussing ways to advocate for inclusion. Learn how to navigate campus, report accessibility concerns, and connect with key resources supporting physical and mental health.

Earlier this semester:

February 5 – AT Open House (Held Monthly)
Time: 12-1 PM
Location: Mathematics/Psychology 222
Explore assistive technology tools and resources available to support students.

February 19 – SDS New Student Open House: Explore, Connect, and Learn
Time: 12–2 PM
Location: Mathematics/Psychology 222
An opportunity for new and returning students to learn about SDS services, meet staff, and connect with peers. Visitors are invited to join us at noon for an Accessibility Walk & Roll tour of campus before the Open House. Those interested can meet in Math/Psychology 222.

ADS and SDS events are open to all members of the UMBC community. We especially encourage participation and connection of new students registered with SDS and allies and friends of our students and employees with disabilities. Stay connected for more updates, events, and ways to get involved!

This event is open for full participation by all individuals 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.

UMBC is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive environment for all. To request accommodation(s) or to inquire about event accessibility, please contact us via disability@umbc.edu with the event name in the subject line and we will connect you with the event organizer.

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