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    <div class="html-content">Good afternoon UMBC!<div><br></div><div>Unfortunately due to the adverse weather and current climate conditions of our campus, we've had to <strong><em>cancel</em></strong> two of our Welcome Week events, <strong>Big Breakfast &amp; Bingo and Commons Takeover. </strong>We apologize for the inconvenience however please keep an eye out for any more updates! Enjoy your snow week :D</div></div>
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<Summary>Good afternoon UMBC!    Unfortunately due to the adverse weather and current climate conditions of our campus, we've had to cancel two of our Welcome Week events, Big Breakfast &amp; Bingo and...</Summary>
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<Title>Student Affairs Ready to Lead 2026 Cohort Announced</Title>
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<Summary>The Division of Student Affairs' (DoSA) 2026 Ready to Lead cohort was announced at the division's spring semester opening meeting last month. Congratulations to the following staff:    Kayla...</Summary>
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<Title>[REPOST] Thrive On: Is What&#8217;s On Your Plate Nourishing You?</Title>
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    <div class="html-content"><img src="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/thepridecenter/posts/155903/attachments/61128" alt="Two women in hijabs smiling, with the text 'Thrive On! Dinner with friends!' in front" style="max-width: 100%; height: auto;"><p>On Monday, February 2, we will host <strong>Dinner with Friends</strong>, an engaging, facilitated conversation that will connect you with other members of the UMBC community. </p><br><p>Our conversations will be focused on two interrelated questions:</p><ol><li><p>"How do you live your values in community?"</p></li><li><p>"How do you live a life that sustains you?"</p></li></ol><br><p>We
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    improve thriving on campus.</p><br><p>This program, as a part of <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/welcomeweek" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Winter Welcome Retrievers</a>, will take place on <strong>February 2, 2026 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.</strong> in the University Center, UC 312. A catered dinner will be provided.</p><br><p>This program is a collaboration between the Center for Democracy and Civic Life and Student Belonging.</p><br><p><strong>Please RSVP by January 28, 2026! <em>To learn more and RSVP, please view the original post <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/thepridecenter/events/149556" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">here</a></em></strong></p><br><div>If you have any questions, please feel free to email the Center for Democracy and Civic Life at<a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/civiclife/events/147009/9a/55a363091b4d1081de7d594f56a6c2dd/web/link?link=mailto%3Aciviclife%40umbc.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"> civiclife@umbc.edu</a>.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div></div>
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<Title>HEAR OUR STORIES: Celebrating Black History Month</Title>
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    <div class="html-content"><p>Join The Mosaic: Center for Cultural Diversity &amp; The Gathering Space for Spiritual Well-Being as we read and highlight Black and Africana stories through children's literature. This event is in celebration of Black History Month! </p><p>Monday, February 2, 2026</p><p>11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.</p><p>Commons Mainstreet</p><p>(in front of the Bookstore)</p><p>Story time with Matt will begin at 12 p.m.! </p><p>Interested in connecting with <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/themosaic/events/149873/522bb/77a7d040b6f647aec735c85e79268629/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fthemosaic%2Fevents%2F140313%2F5389d%2F92544a88f29561c6e78839337541c15a%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%252Fgroups%252Fthemosaic" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">The Mosaic</a> or <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/themosaic/events/149873/522bb/bc4892c2996bb4c1759fdeed3fcca10c/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fthemosaic%2Fevents%2F140313%2F5389d%2Fc1f3c302c80cd4cd6e1ce9b990c88052%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%252Fgroups%252Fthegatheringspace" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">The Gathering Space</a>? Check out our myUMBC pages for future events and opportunities. </p><div><div>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 <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/themosaic/events/149873/522bb/7b57366a7350adfc7c7cf15838d97ba6/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fthemosaic%2Fevents%2F148764%2F5389d%2F89428733012c335d10a6fac04e1b1180%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fecr.umbc.edu%252Fdiscrimination-policy%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">nondiscrimination policy</a>. </div></div></div>
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<Title>*REPOST* RIH Open House</Title>
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<Title>[REPOST] Thrive On: Is What&#8217;s On Your Plate Nourishing You?</Title>
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    <div class="html-content"><p>On Monday, February 2, we will host <strong>Dinner with Friends</strong>, an engaging, facilitated conversation that will connect you with other members of the UMBC community. </p><p>Our conversations will be focused on two interrelated questions:</p><ol><li><p>"How do you live your values in community?"</p></li><li><p>"How do you live a life that sustains you?"</p></li></ol><p>We
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    improve thriving on campus.</p><p>This program, as a part of <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/welcomeweek" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Winter Welcome Retrievers</a>, will take place on <strong>February 2, 2026 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.</strong> in the University Center, UC 312. A catered dinner will be provided.</p><p>This program is a collaboration between the Center for Democracy and Civic Life and Student Belonging.</p><p>Please <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSca3LvjraAmBVT8Jks36ejIr3KzcRcXSHj2QDqbZv7ukqx0ug/viewform?usp=dialog" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">RSVP by January 28, 2026</a> to reserve your seat at this popular dinner program!</p>If you have any questions, please feel free to email the Center for Democracy and Civic Life at<a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/civiclife/events/147009/9a/55a363091b4d1081de7d594f56a6c2dd/web/link?link=mailto%3Aciviclife%40umbc.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"> civiclife@umbc.edu</a>.</div>
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    <div class="html-content">Due to university closure, the Office of Health Promotion will be closed Monday, January 26, and Tuesday, January 27. The office will re-open on Wednesday, January 28th at 8:30 am.<div><br></div><div>Staff will be working virtually and can be contacted via email. If you have a general OHP question, please email <a href="mailto:ohp@umbc.edu">ohp@umbc.edu</a> </div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div></div>
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    <li>Mondays: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.</li>
    <li>Tuesdays: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.</li>
    <li>Wednesdays: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.</li>
    <li>Thursdays: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.</li>
    <li>Fridays: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.<br>
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    <li>Saturdays: Closed</li>
    <li>Sundays: 12:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.</li>
    <li>University Holidays: Closed</li>
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    <div>These hours will begin on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 and will end on Thursday May 21, 2026. Look out for adjusted hours for Spring Religious Holidays. <br><br><strong>*PLEASE NOTE: Due to the inclement weather, we will re-open on Wednesday the 28th with the university. </strong>
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    </div><div><br></div><div>*Please note that space hours might shift based on staff availability, reservations, event times, and holidays. For more information about our other spaces, check out our myUMBC pages for each space below:</div><div>
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    <li><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/thepridecenter" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">The Pride Center for LGBTQIA2+ Diversity </a></li>
    <li><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/themosaic" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">The Mosaic Center for Cultural Diversity</a></li>
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    </div><div>For any other questions, please email us at <a href="mailto:thegatheringspace@umbc.edu">thegatheringspace@umbc.edu</a> </div><div><br></div><div>The Gathering Space and all events are 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 <a href="https://ecr.umbc.edu/discrimination-policy/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">nondiscrimination policy</a>.</div></div>
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    <div class="html-content"><p><strong>Retriever Integrated Health Inclement Weather Closure Update</strong></p><p><strong>Medical Services</strong>: Closed while campus is closed</p><p><strong>Counseling Services</strong>: Available virtually while campus is closed for current clients only.</p><p><em>Note: These hours may change based on weather conditions and UMBC announcements. Check for updates.</em></p><p><strong>Need to Schedule an Appointment?</strong> Call (410) 455-2542 and leave a message. We'll call you back when we reopen.</p><p><strong>Having a Crisis?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Mental health or medical crisis</strong>: Call (410) 455-2542 and follow the prompts for immediate support</li><li><strong>Emergency</strong>: Call UMBC Police at (410) 455-5555 or dial 911</li></ul></div>
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<Summary>Retriever Integrated Health Inclement Weather Closure Update  Medical Services: Closed while campus is closed  Counseling Services: Available virtually while campus is closed for current clients...</Summary>
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<PostedAt>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 14:30:22 -0500</PostedAt>
<EditAt>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:32:05 -0500</EditAt>
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