Vote for the Annual GSA Awards!
Nominations due by May 8th!
Even though we can't end the year with our in-person Award ceremony, we still want to celebrate the wonderful members of our
graduate community!
The Graduate Student Association has established five awards to
recognize members of the UMBC community who have distinguished
themselves.
All
graduate programs, faculty, staff and students are invited to participate and submit nominations to honor those that have gone above and beyond this year!
Our Annual GSA Awards are:
The Jessica Soto Perez Memorial Award
The Donald Creighton Outstanding Faculty Award
The Outstanding Senator Award
The Outstanding University Staff Award
The Outstanding GSO Award
Click
here for a full description of each award and to fill out the form for each individual award.
Please try to submit all nominations by May 8th.
We will then be hosting a virtual social hour to celebrate with the winners and with all of you! More information to come soon!
We
hope you will participate! On behalf of the GSA, please know how much we appreciate all the hard
work all our students, faculty, staff and administration are doing right
now during this challenging time. Even though we are ending the academic year quite differently, we still look forward to celebrating another successful
year with all of our graduate programs!
]]>
Even though we can't end the year with our in-person Award ceremony, we still want to celebrate the wonderful members of our graduate community! The Graduate Student Association has...
https://gsa.umbc.edu/gsa-awards/
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/92529/guest@my.umbc.edu/bcf3599eeabcaacc50f68bef640a57ad/api/pixel
UMBC Graduate Student Association
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/groups/gsa
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/141/6944ed1afb7c0b0557d52a5e61a6d9c9/xsmall.png?1688588974
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/141/6944ed1afb7c0b0557d52a5e61a6d9c9/original.png?1688588974
https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/141/6944ed1afb7c0b0557d52a5e61a6d9c9/xxlarge.png?1688588974
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/141/6944ed1afb7c0b0557d52a5e61a6d9c9/xlarge.png?1688588974
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/141/6944ed1afb7c0b0557d52a5e61a6d9c9/large.png?1688588974
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/141/6944ed1afb7c0b0557d52a5e61a6d9c9/medium.png?1688588974
https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/141/6944ed1afb7c0b0557d52a5e61a6d9c9/small.png?1688588974
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/141/6944ed1afb7c0b0557d52a5e61a6d9c9/xsmall.png?1688588974
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/141/6944ed1afb7c0b0557d52a5e61a6d9c9/xxsmall.png?1688588974
UMBC Graduate Student Association
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/092/529/02822fcb423f4e29492686a1e3d0d2c5/xxlarge.jpg?1587676094
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/092/529/02822fcb423f4e29492686a1e3d0d2c5/xlarge.jpg?1587676094
https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/092/529/02822fcb423f4e29492686a1e3d0d2c5/large.jpg?1587676094
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/092/529/02822fcb423f4e29492686a1e3d0d2c5/medium.jpg?1587676094
https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/092/529/02822fcb423f4e29492686a1e3d0d2c5/small.jpg?1587676094
https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/092/529/02822fcb423f4e29492686a1e3d0d2c5/xsmall.jpg?1587676094
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/092/529/02822fcb423f4e29492686a1e3d0d2c5/xxsmall.jpg?1587676094
0
0
true
Thu, 23 Apr 2020 17:12:54 -0400
Thu, 07 May 2020 15:22:30 -0400
Save the Date to Celebrate the Class of 2020
Dear UMBC Community,
Please Save the Date to cheer for our graduating Retrievers! UMBC will be hosting online Class of 2020 celebrations on Wednesday, May 20, for graduate students and Thursday, May 21, for undergraduate students. Both events will take place at 10 a.m. More details will be available soon on our commencement website.
Hosted by President Hrabowski and campus leaders, these events will include speaker remarks, campus photos, and individual slides recognizing each graduate. We’ve asked graduates to send us personalized photographs showing off their Retriever pride for their slides, which will also feature the graduates’ majors and honors. The slides and the celebration will be made available on social media and can be downloaded to share. In addition to these celebrations, we continue to work on a plan to invite May graduates to participate in our December 2020 commencement ceremonies, should it be safe to do so.
Please think about how you, your colleagues, and your families can help us celebrate the incredible achievements of our graduates. We need your help recreating the spirit we have at our in-person ceremonies, and hope that UMBC community members will organize virtual watch parties and share their appreciation and admiration for the Class of 2020 on social media.
If you have an idea for how to contribute to the celebrations, please reach out to the Commencement Committee at commencement@umbc.edu. We will be in touch in the coming weeks with viewing details, hashtags, and more plans.
The Commencement Committee
]]>
Dear UMBC Community, Please Save the Date to cheer for our graduating Retrievers! UMBC will be hosting online Class of 2020 celebrations on Wednesday, May 20, for graduate students and Thursday,...
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/92516/guest@my.umbc.edu/df822febaf7f36f41ab4ca5f59ac259e/api/pixel
UMBC Community News
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/groups/insights
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xsmall.png?1593096708
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/original.png?1593096708
https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xxlarge.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xlarge.png?1593096708
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/large.png?1593096708
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/medium.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/small.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xsmall.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xxsmall.png?1593096708
UMBC Community News
1
0
true
Thu, 23 Apr 2020 09:32:02 -0400
April 22: UMBC COVID-19 Action Update
Campus Status: The University is open, with employees working remotely. Facilities will remain closed. Maryland is currently under a
Stay at Home Order and
face-coverings are required when in retail establishments and public transportation.
For the most updated information and more information on actions to reduce COVID-19 risks in our community, please visit
covid19.umbc.edu.
Student Services and Support
- International Education Services is holding bi-weekly town halls on Fridays at 4 p.m. Join the meeting on Friday, April 24 here and submit questions in advance here.
- UHS Health Promotions and Counseling Center staff are working together to share wellness tips and resources. Read their new post on mindfulness and check the UHS Health Promotions myUMBC group for future posts.
- UMBC is collecting memories and messages of gratitude from the Class of 2020 for potential use in Commencement communications, social media, UMBC Magazine, and beyond. Graduates, share your story by Monday, April 27.
Business Continuity and Staff Support
- Human Resources introduced a new DocuSign PMP form to allow for remote submission of annual evaluations for regular exempt and non exempt employees. For more information on this new submission process, as well as general information and guidance around the PMP process, please visit the PMP webpage.
- UMBC’s EAP Program is hosting a webinar: Coping with Uncertainty About COVID-19. You can view the full webinar series in the myUMBC training group.
- On April 1 2020, employees were notified of their rights and benefits under the Family First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). Specific guidance related to UMBC's process to administer this temporary benefit will be provided as it becomes available. In the meantime, employees in need of this leave should contact Sherrell McNamara at mcnamara@umbc.edu.
Facilities
- Only employees with a letter from their supervisor or students that are approved for late stay should be on campus. If you have an emergency need to visit campus, call UMBC Police Deputy Chief Bruce Perry at 443-677-2195 or Lieutenant Derrick Johns at 410-207-0850.
#UMBCtogether
Our UMBC community always finds ways to support each other. Check out how Retrievers are staying #UMBCtogether even though we’re physically apart:
]]>
Campus Status: The University is open, with employees working remotely. Facilities will remain closed. Maryland is currently under a Stay at Home Order and face-coverings are required when in...
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/92511/guest@my.umbc.edu/cfd32d23535cb30502a3ea4eb9af6396/api/pixel
UMBC Community News
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/groups/insights
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xsmall.png?1593096708
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/original.png?1593096708
https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xxlarge.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xlarge.png?1593096708
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/large.png?1593096708
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/medium.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/small.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xsmall.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xxsmall.png?1593096708
UMBC Community News
0
0
true
Wed, 22 Apr 2020 20:49:32 -0400
Summer Data Science Fellowship Opportunity
The Data Incubator's Summer 2020 Data Science Fellowship application is open!
Program: The Data Incubator is an intensive 8 week fellowship that prepares masters students, PhDs, and postdocs in STEM and social science fields seeking industry careers as data scientists. The program is free for Fellows and supported by sponsorships from hundreds of employers across multiple industries. In response to the overwhelming interest in our earlier sessions, we will be holding another fellowship.
Who Should Apply: Anyone who has already obtained a masters or PhD degree or who is within one year of graduating with a masters or PhD is welcome to apply. Applications from international students are welcome.
Locations: You can attend our program in:
- New York City
- San Francisco Bay Area
- Washington, DC.
- Online
Application Link: https://www.thedataincubator.com/fellowship/apply.html
Session Dates: 2020-06-29 - 2020-08-21
Early Deadline: 2020-04-03
Regular Deadline: 2020-05-02
We are assessing and interviewing candidates who apply for the Early Deadline first and then based on remaining availability, will take candidates who applied for the Regular Deadline on a first-come first-serve basis.
Data Science in 30 minutes: Learn how to build a data-science project in our upcoming free Data Science in 30-minutes webcast. Signup soon as space is limited.
Learn More: You can learn about our fellows at The New York Times, LinkedIn, Amazon, Capital One, or Palantir. To read about our latest fellow alumni, check out our blog. To learn more about The Data Incubator, check us out on Venture Beat, The Next Web, or Harvard Business Review.
]]>
The Data Incubator's Summer 2020 Data Science Fellowship application is open! Program: The Data Incubator is an intensive 8 week fellowship that prepares masters students, PhDs, and postdocs in...
https://www.thedataincubator.com/fellowship/apply.html
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/92507/guest@my.umbc.edu/743f5e31387f8e398807cddc190fc9d8/api/pixel
Grad Student & Postdoc Development
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/groups/gspd
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/066/fd3771a0ce0803416cfb6a914448d0d0/xsmall.png?1695134616
https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/066/fd3771a0ce0803416cfb6a914448d0d0/original.jpg?1695134616
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/066/fd3771a0ce0803416cfb6a914448d0d0/xxlarge.png?1695134616
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/066/fd3771a0ce0803416cfb6a914448d0d0/xlarge.png?1695134616
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/066/fd3771a0ce0803416cfb6a914448d0d0/large.png?1695134616
https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/066/fd3771a0ce0803416cfb6a914448d0d0/medium.png?1695134616
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/066/fd3771a0ce0803416cfb6a914448d0d0/small.png?1695134616
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/066/fd3771a0ce0803416cfb6a914448d0d0/xsmall.png?1695134616
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/066/fd3771a0ce0803416cfb6a914448d0d0/xxsmall.png?1695134616
PROMISE @UMBC: Grad Student & Postdoc Development
0
0
false
Wed, 22 Apr 2020 15:49:58 -0400
Welcome New Retrievers on National College Signing Day
Dear Colleagues,
Each year on May 1, we participate in National College Signing Day, an initiative led by Better Make Room celebrating students who are choosing to complete their education by attending college.
In any year, we would be thrilled to welcome the incoming class to UMBC. But this year, our community is more important to us than ever, and we want to show our incoming students that they are already a part of it.
To that end, we invite you/your team to share your welcome message or advice, along with a photo or video of you decked out in Retriever gear, on social media on May 1 using #RetrieverNation and #UMBCtogether.
Feel free to use an old photo or video, or to have some fun with your Retriever spirit at home. We hope this message is not only meaningful to you, but that it is even more meaningful for our new students.
If you have questions, please contact our College Signing Day team at marketing@umbc.edu.
Dale Bittinger, Assistant Vice Provost, Undergraduate Admissions, Orientation, and School Partnerships
P.S. Here are some prompts to get you started:
- Share a quick “welcome to UMBC” message for incoming students
- What advice would you give a brand new UMBC student?
- Why are you glad to be part of UMBC?
- What do you/your team have to offer new students that will help them as they start their time at UMBC?
- Who can new students turn to for help and support?
]]>
Dear Colleagues, Each year on May 1, we participate in National College Signing Day, an initiative led by Better Make Room celebrating students who are choosing to complete their education by...
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/92501/guest@my.umbc.edu/b4e15b00fb2c4feec7ca56565855d9f8/api/pixel
UMBC Community News
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/groups/insights
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xsmall.png?1593096708
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/original.png?1593096708
https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xxlarge.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xlarge.png?1593096708
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/large.png?1593096708
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/medium.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/small.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xsmall.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xxsmall.png?1593096708
UMBC Community News
1
0
true
Wed, 22 Apr 2020 13:56:18 -0400
Adulting 101 during COVID-19
Adulting tips related to COVID-19.
Join OCSS and Commuter Assistants to learn some great "adulting" tips for job searching and finding various resources such as free WiFi or discounted textbooks for Fall semester.
Scroll through our PowerPoint of resources and still connect with Commuter Rescues while #wfh.
]]>
Join OCSS and Commuter Assistants to learn some great "adulting" tips for job searching and finding various resources such as free WiFi or discounted textbooks for Fall semester. Scroll...
Presentation
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/attachments/f7b95847a4de585576c991c54da43f75/69ff69dc/news/000/092/481/bf7e527b0c579691ec93e1a1066fa18f/Adulting 101 Presentation.pptx?1587571600
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/92481/guest@my.umbc.edu/153d935dfb19cc3bf764e0681e255b6e/api/pixel
Commuter Connections
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/groups/ocss
https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/369/e9220286d22558b24422af119b418d0c/xsmall.png?1770828767
https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/369/e9220286d22558b24422af119b418d0c/original.png?1770828767
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/369/e9220286d22558b24422af119b418d0c/xxlarge.png?1770828767
https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/369/e9220286d22558b24422af119b418d0c/xlarge.png?1770828767
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/369/e9220286d22558b24422af119b418d0c/large.png?1770828767
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/369/e9220286d22558b24422af119b418d0c/medium.png?1770828767
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/369/e9220286d22558b24422af119b418d0c/small.png?1770828767
https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/369/e9220286d22558b24422af119b418d0c/xsmall.png?1770828767
https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/369/e9220286d22558b24422af119b418d0c/xxsmall.png?1770828767
Off-Campus Student Services
0
0
true
Wed, 22 Apr 2020 12:06:40 -0400
Thu, 21 May 2020 13:27:00 -0400
URCAD 2020 Starts Today!
URCAD XXIV Starts Today!
UMBC’s 24th annual
Undergraduate Research and Creative Achievement Day (URCAD) starts today, April 22, and runs through April 29. This year, URCAD moves from its usual spot in the University Center Ballroom straight to your electronic device! The VoiceThread platform will allow members of the UMBC community to submit comments and questions for presenters, and enable the student researchers and artists to respond throughout this week-long event.
Please visit the
URCAD website for a visitor’s guide, including a video from our alumni guest speaker, Dr. Keisha John; student abstracts; links to individual presentations; and more. We hope you will tune in to support the URCAD researchers and artists as they make the leap to this virtual environment. Let’s all help make this event a success by staying #UMBCtogether.
UMBC’s Office of Equity and Inclusion (OEI) is open and working remotely to fulfill our commitment to make UMBC a safer and more inclusive living, learning, and working environment for all. OEI is continuing to build its capacity to serve our community. I am thrilled to share that we recently welcomed a new team member to our staff in the vitally important role of Title IX Coordinator.
Mikhel Kushner joined OEI on March 24. She previously served as the Executive Director of Diversity and Inclusion and Title IX Coordinator at the University of Maryland, Baltimore. She is returning to the UMBC family; she served as the first Director of the Women’s Center from 2000 to 2009. Mikhel has a J.D. from the University of Baltimore School of Law and a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Maryland School of Social Work.
OEI’s growing team also welcomed B. Ever Hanna in February as UMBC’s Training and Case Manager. Ever holds a J.D. from Villanova University and a bachelor’s degree from Boston University. Previously, they served as the Policy Director for End Rape on Campus, a national survivor advocacy organization.
With this increased capacity, OEI has also launched a new online reporting form for community members to report incidents under the UMBC Sexual Misconduct (Title IX) Policy or the Anti-Discrimination Policy, which apply to all UMBC students, student employees, faculty, staff, interns, contractors, volunteers, guests, and visitors. OEI is also actively working on a new website and a robust training program.
We are also working closely with our partners on a national level to respond to expected changes in Title IX regulations. We will communicate how changes may affect our community when that information is available.
If you have questions, concerns, or need advice, please contact the office at oei@umbc.edu.
Candace Dodson-Reed '96, Chief of Staff, Executive Director, Office of Equity and Inclusion, Office of the President
]]>
Dear Members of the UMBC Community, UMBC’s Office of Equity and Inclusion (OEI) is open and working remotely to fulfill our commitment to make UMBC a safer and more inclusive living, learning,...
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/92430/guest@my.umbc.edu/837f64b74a18f954355c81419cdf3350/api/pixel
UMBC Community News
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/groups/insights
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xsmall.png?1593096708
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/original.png?1593096708
https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xxlarge.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xlarge.png?1593096708
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/large.png?1593096708
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/medium.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/small.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xsmall.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xxsmall.png?1593096708
UMBC Community News
2
0
true
Tue, 21 Apr 2020 15:30:53 -0400
April 20: UMBC COVID-19 Action Update
Campus Status: The University is open, with employees working remotely. Facilities will remain closed. Maryland is currently under a
Stay at Home Order and
face-coverings are required when in retail establishments and public transportation.
For the most updated information and more information on actions to reduce COVID-19 risks in our community, please visit
covid19.umbc.edu.
Student Services and Support
- Student Refunds will be posted to accounts by the end of today, with funds available through Bankmobile within the next two weeks. More information is available here.
- SGA elections are happening online. Learn about the candidates and cast your vote here.
- UMBC is collecting memories and messages of gratitude from the Class of 2020 for potential use in Commencement communications, social media, UMBC Magazine, and beyond. Graduates, share your story here by Monday, April 27. Also, Students in the Class of 2020 will receive essential information this week on participating in graduation celebrations so make sure to check your email.
- The Mosaic Center is hosting a Share and Care space on Wednesday, April 22 at noon.
- Off-Campus Student Services is hosting Adult Learner week including a workshop on Work-Life Balance during COVID-19.
-
University Health Services and The Counseling Center are both providing services remotely during this time.
Academic Continuity
Business Continuity and Staff Support
- Due to the health risks presented by the COVID-19 crisis, all overnight camps and residential programs are canceled for Summer 2020. In addition, all day-camps scheduled for June are canceled. More information available here.
Facilities
- Only employees with a letter from their supervisor or students that are approved for late stay should be on campus. If you have an emergency need to visit campus, call UMBC Police Deputy Chief Bruce Perry at 443-677-2195 or Lieutenant Derrick Johns at 410-207-0850.
#UMBCtogether
Our UMBC community always finds ways to support each other. Check out how Retrievers are staying #UMBCtogether even though we’re physically apart:
]]>
Campus Status: The University is open, with employees working remotely. Facilities will remain closed. Maryland is currently under a Stay at Home Order and face-coverings are required when in...
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/92394/guest@my.umbc.edu/408260a09f4540950feb6627459fc649/api/pixel
covid19update
UMBC Community News
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/groups/insights
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xsmall.png?1593096708
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/original.png?1593096708
https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xxlarge.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xlarge.png?1593096708
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/large.png?1593096708
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/medium.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/small.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xsmall.png?1593096708
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/090/56c39666a7bf2e5028d5419fc903e52d/xxsmall.png?1593096708
UMBC Community News
0
0
true
Mon, 20 Apr 2020 21:02:26 -0400
Mon, 20 Apr 2020 21:02:39 -0400
Make it Mindful
#HealthyRetrievers
Stress is a part of everyday life. However, there are certain situations that can cause stress specifically for college students.
The first year of college brings the stress of something new.
For returning students, there could be the stress of taking more challenging classes in their major and finding the perfect internship,
Some students are managing classes and work while being active in one of UMBC’s many campus organizations.
Outside of college life, sources of stress can come from family and world events, such as natural disasters or the political climate.
Right now, COVID-19 has an impact on our everyday life, as well as academics and work.
But not all stress is bad.
A healthy level of stress can serve as a motivator.
Positive stress, called eustress, can help you focus and improve your performance on activities such as tests, playing sports, or interviewing for a job.
Stress can turn into a major problem if it is not managed properly. It can have serious consequences on your school performance, body, and mind.
So what can we do about stress?
One useful method in managing stress is Mindfulness.
Mindfulness is the practice of being fully aware of where you are and what you are doing.
If you have never tried mindfulness, the best way to start is by incorporating mindfulness into your daily routine.
The Counseling Center is offering virtual 30-minute mindfulness practices Monday – Friday, 12 p.m. and 4:30 p.m., beginning April 22. Check out their myUMBC group for updates and to access the Webex link.
NAMI COVID 19 information and resources
Free online mindfulness resource
The Counseling Center offers additional resources to help you cope with stress.
Free phone apps are also available.
]]>
Stress is a part of everyday life. However, there are certain situations that can cause stress specifically for college students. The first year of college brings the stress of something new. ...
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/92393/guest@my.umbc.edu/a96f78bcd1d995d821b7e0a28672e79e/api/pixel
Office of Health Promotion
https://beta.my.umbc.edu/groups/healthed
https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/180/f04904ed5d5cb02feed3d3b3b2aefef3/xsmall.png?1773409295
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/180/f04904ed5d5cb02feed3d3b3b2aefef3/original.png?1773409295
https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/180/f04904ed5d5cb02feed3d3b3b2aefef3/xxlarge.png?1773409295
https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/180/f04904ed5d5cb02feed3d3b3b2aefef3/xlarge.png?1773409295
https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/180/f04904ed5d5cb02feed3d3b3b2aefef3/large.png?1773409295
https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/180/f04904ed5d5cb02feed3d3b3b2aefef3/medium.png?1773409295
https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/180/f04904ed5d5cb02feed3d3b3b2aefef3/small.png?1773409295
https://assets4-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/180/f04904ed5d5cb02feed3d3b3b2aefef3/xsmall.png?1773409295
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/000/180/f04904ed5d5cb02feed3d3b3b2aefef3/xxsmall.png?1773409295
University Health Services & Health Promotion
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/092/393/e732b84af8e033529e17550b87b64c50/xxlarge.jpg?1587428470
https://assets3-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/092/393/e732b84af8e033529e17550b87b64c50/xlarge.jpg?1587428470
https://assets1-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/092/393/e732b84af8e033529e17550b87b64c50/large.jpg?1587428470
https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/092/393/e732b84af8e033529e17550b87b64c50/medium.jpg?1587428470
https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/092/393/e732b84af8e033529e17550b87b64c50/small.jpg?1587428470
https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/092/393/e732b84af8e033529e17550b87b64c50/xsmall.jpg?1587428470
https://assets2-beta.my.umbc.edu/system/shared/thumbnails/news/000/092/393/e732b84af8e033529e17550b87b64c50/xxsmall.jpg?1587428470
2
0
true
Mon, 20 Apr 2020 20:22:00 -0400