STORIES & SUCCESS IN SKYLIGHT ROOM!

Doors are officially OPEN at the Skylight Room! If you're not here yet, you're missing out on the energy, the connections, and the career fuel you need.

Fresh headshots, free food, and the powerful connections your future self will thank you for—all happening right now!

Don't forget: Bring your resume (digital or physical)! The Career Center team is on-site and ready to give you real-time feedback and expert advice to help you stand out.

The Lineup:

5:30 PM: Keynote with President Dr. Valerie Sheares Ashby

6:30 PM: Powerhouse Women in Careers Panel

First & Last 30min: FREE Professional Headshots & Networking

Whether you're here for the advice, the aesthetic, or the snacks, there is a seat waiting for you.

Where: Skylight Room

When: Right now until 8:00 PM!

Follow OGSL on myUMBC for more ways to level up your grad life! 

Join us for our end of the year Celebration & Awards! 

6th Annual Black & Latine/x Celebration & Awards

Monday, May 18, 2026

5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. 

University Center, Ballroom 3rd Floor

This celebration is in recognition of the achievements of UMBC's Black and Latina/e/o/x graduating students as well as contributing community members.Black and Latine/x students have made invaluable contributions to the wider UMBC community. This celebration is in recognition of Black and Latine/x graduating students and of all the allied staff, faculty, alumni, and programs that work to support them.

During the gathering, we'll enjoy food together, we'll showcase keynote speakers, student musical and dance performances, and award presentations to honor student contributions, as well as the faculty and staff who've contributed to their success.

Light refreshments and appetizers will be served starting at 5:30 pm for all guests in attendance. 

Graduates must check in no later than 5:45 p.m. The program will begin promptly at 6 p.m. 

Dress code: We encourage all attendees and graduates to dress in their "celebration best." While cap and gown are not required, we would be thrilled to see attendees embracing cultural attires.

If you would like to nominate a community member for one of our Affinity Celebration & Awards, you may nominate them here using the Awards Nomination Form or https://forms.gle/TLH8uDwccy5gBJtj8. You may submit multiple nominations for the same or different individuals. Please submit all nominations by April 20th, 2026. 

For those interested in attending, you can RSVP HERE!  Save the date on your calendars! Graduates that RSVP by Friday, May 1st at 6pm will be highlighted during the event and receive honorary graduation cords.

If you have any questions, please email us at themosaic@umbc.edu.

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. 

Join us for our end of the year Celebration & Awards! 

Asian Cultural Celebration & Awards

Thursday, May 14, 2026

5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. 

University Center Ballroom 3rd Floor

This celebration commemorates the achievements of graduating UMBC students while celebrating the vast cultural diversity of Asian communities and heritage on our campus. We recognize the difficulty of choosing just one identifier or term to capture the vast diversity of all people with heritage in the Asian continent, representing 49 countries and hundreds of cultures. We seek to honor the breadth of experience of people across Asia - East, South, Southwest, West, and Central Asia. 

During the gathering, we'll enjoy food together, we'll showcase keynote speakers, student musical and dance performances, and award presentations to honor student contributions, as well as the faculty and staff who've contributed to their success.

Light refreshments and appetizers will be served starting at 5:30 pm for all guests in attendance. 

Graduates must check in no later than 5:45 p.m. The program will begin promptly at 6 p.m. 

Dress code: We encourage all attendees and graduates to dress in their "celebration best." While cap and gown are not required, we would be thrilled to see attendees embracing cultural attires.

If you would like to nominate a community member for one of our Affinity Celebration & Awards, you may nominate them here using the Awards Nomination Form or https://forms.gle/TLH8uDwccy5gBJtj8. You may submit multiple nominations for the same or different individuals. Please submit all nominations by April 20th, 2026. 

For those interested in attending, you can RSVP HERE!  Save the date on your calendars! Graduates that RSVP by Thursday, April 30th at 6pm will be highlighted during the event and receive honorary graduation cords.

If you have any questions, please email us at themosaic@umbc.edu.

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. 

Stop by Coffee Mondays to grab a free cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and take a breather between classes.

Whether you're coming to study, chat, or just refuel, this is your weekly reminder to slow down and connect with fellow grad students.

Where? Office of Graduate Student Life (Commons 308)
When? Every Monday | 10am - 2pm
Come as you are — pajamas, laptops, and coffee orders welcome.

RSVP now and don't miss your chance to join the Office of Graduate Student Life (OGSL) and the Career Center today, Monday, March 23, for Stories & Success—an evening designed to elevate your professional journey.

Tonight, you will:

Hear from the President
Start the evening with a powerful keynote on imposter syndrome by UMBC President Dr. Valerie Sheares Ashby.

Meet Powerful Leaders
Engage with an inspiring panel of women who have navigated advanced degrees and top leadership roles.

Refresh Your Brand
Get a FREE professional headshot—perfect for LinkedIn or your portfolio.

Network & Eat
Enjoy free food while making meaningful connections with fellow graduate students and guest speakers.

If you've been thinking about it, this is your sign—secure your spot now before it's too late.

Where: Skylight Room
When: Today | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

RSVP now. Show up. Don't miss out.

RSVP TODAY to join the Office of Graduate Student Life (OGSL) and the Career Center next Monday, March 23, for an evening designed to power your professional journey: Stories & Success.

This is your chance to:
Hear from the President: Kick off the night with a keynote on Imposter Syndrome by UMBC's own Dr. Valerie Sheares Ashby.  
Meet Powerful Leaders: Get direct access to a panel of women who have navigated advanced degrees and high-level leadership roles.
Refresh Your Brand: We're providing FREE professional headshots on-site—perfect for your LinkedIn or portfolio!
Network & Eat: Enjoy free food while building connections with fellow graduate students and our guest speakers.

Whether you're looking for a mentor, a new headshot, or just a little inspiration, this is the room you want to be in.

Where: Skylight Room When: Monday, March 23 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Don't forget to follow OGSL on myUMBC to stay in the loop for all things grad life! 

RSVP TODAY to join the Office of Graduate Student Life (OGSL) and the Career Center next Monday, March 23, for an evening designed to power your professional journey: Stories & Success.

This is your chance to:
Hear from the President: Kick off the night with a keynote on Imposter Syndrome by UMBC's own Dr. Valerie Sheares Ashby.  
Meet Powerful Leaders: Get direct access to a panel of women who have navigated advanced degrees and high-level leadership roles.
Refresh Your Brand: We're providing FREE professional headshots on-site—perfect for your LinkedIn or portfolio!
Network & Eat: Enjoy free food while building connections with fellow graduate students and our guest speakers.

Whether you're looking for a mentor, a new headshot, or just a little inspiration, this is the room you want to be in.

Where: Skylight Room When: Monday, March 23 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Don't forget to follow OGSL on myUMBC to stay in the loop for all things grad life! 

Our moderator, Yarazeth Medina, will lead a dynamic discussion featuring:

• Alexandra "Lexx" Mills – CEO & Co-Founder, Stursi

• Dr. Jamie Gurganus – Associate Director of STEM ED Research

• Dr. Janerra Allen – Postdoctoral Researcher at Johns Hopkins APL

• Danielle Clifford-Earles – Nutrition Program Manager