Did you know that this peaceful pond is right on campus? It's called Pig Pen Pond. 

Back when UMBC's land was used for farming, this was where the pigs would bathe. These Science of Water students are testing various water quality parameters of the pond such as, Nitrates, Phosphates, Dissolved Oxygen, Turbidity, and Fecal Coliform. Although I would not recommend swimming in Pig Pen Pond, it provides a wonderful wildlife habitat. Come check it out and you might get lucky and spot a few turtles!