May 21: UMBC COVID-19 Action Update

Thu, 21 May 2020 11:22:22 -0400
covid19update

Campus Status: The University is open, with employees working remotely. UMBC’s physical campus remains closed. Maryland is currently under a Safer at Home Order. However, travel and other restrictions remain in Baltimore and Montgomery counties.

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

Thank you to everyone who participated in our online celebration of the Class of 2020 this week. View the graduate and undergraduate celebrations here. Participate on social media using #UMBCgrad.

The Division of Student Affairs congratulates all of our graduates.

The Haven at UMBC’s outpatient center and recovery residence are temporarily closed. However, our partner, The Haven at College, is offering new virtual groups and activities this summer.

Academic Continuity

UMBC leadership provided additional information on UMBC’s planning process for the fall semester.

Forms and an FAQ for Pass/Fail grading options are available here.

Business Continuity and Staff Support

Due to the health risks presented by the COVID-19 crisis, all day-camps, on-campus events, and programs/activities scheduled in UMBC facilities through UMBC personnel are canceled for Summer 2020. More details here.

Facilities

The campus remains accessible for emergency access only. This includes employees with a letter from their supervisor, researchers approved through the Access Exception process, and/or students that are approved for late stay. If you have a one-time emergency need to visit campus, call UMBC Police Deputy Chief Bruce Perry at 443-677-2195 or Lieutenant Derrick Johns at 410-207-0850.

UMBC Together

View our Class of 2020 and other Resilience Stories Page.

If you have questions or concerns, please email covid19@umbc.edu.