Take a break from your busy schedule and relax with free community acupuncture at UMBC. Licensed acupuncturists will be on site to guide you through a calming, restorative experience.

Date : Thursday, September 25, 2025
Time : 11 AM – 1 PM
Location : Center for Well-Being, Room 118

Retriever Integrated Health invites all UMBC students, faculty, and staff to enjoy free acupuncture sessions with a licensed acupuncturist. It's the perfect chance to relax, ask questions, and experience this ancient healing practice.

Bonus: Free refreshments and wellness goodies available while you wait.

No appointment needed — just walk in.
Open to all students, faculty, and staff.
Completely free!!

If you need any accommodations to participate in this event, please contact Retriever Integrated Health at rih@umbc.edu or call +1 (410) 455-2542 as soon as possible.

Come by, recharge, and take care of yourself today. We hope to see you there!

Healing from Family Challenges is a six-week group that provides psychoeducation and skills that help address the effects of adverse childhood experiences. It helps the members to recognize how these past challenging experiences might be impacting their current functioning and helps individuals identify healthy ways of coping with their experiences. Students transition from surviving past experiences to thriving in the present. The group creates a safe and supportive environment to develop an alternate way of looking at the past and develop a sense of meaning and purpose that help them thrive today.

Wednesdays, 3:00 PM-4:30 PM beginning October 15.

The first step to joining any group is to complete an Initial Consultation appointment. Please call us at 410-455-2542 or visit the RetrieverCare portal to schedule.

For general group questions, or if you need accommodations for a disability, please send a secure message to CC Front Desk via the patient portal at least one week prior to the start of group and RIH will arrange for services.

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.

The QuantiFERON TB Blood Test Clinic is extended through Thursday, September 24! Don't miss your chance to complete your TB screening right here on campus.

New Dates: Now through September 24
Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Center for Well-Being

No appointment needed – just walk in!

The test is quick, and no appointment is required. Just bring your campus ID and insurance card if available.

Questions?
Contact Retriever Integrated Health at 410-455-2542 or visit health.umbc.edu.

Stay healthy, UMBC!

Dear UMBC Community,

Retriever Integrated Health is pleased to announce that the QuantiFERON (TB blood test) Clinic in partnership with Quest Diagnostics has been extended through Thursday, September 24. This extension gives more time for students, faculty, and staff to complete their TB screening right here on campus.

Extended Clinic Details

• New Dates: Now through September 24

• Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

• Location: Center for Well-Being

• No Appointment Needed – Just Walk In!

Why TB Screening Matters?
Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection that can affect the lungs and spread through the air. Many academic programs, clinical placements, internships, and employment opportunities require TB screening as part of their health clearance. Getting tested on campus ensures you meet these requirements conveniently and on time.

Who Should Attend?

• Students with TB screening requirements for classes, programs, or internships

• Faculty and staff needing a TB test for employment or professional purposes

• Anyone interested in confirming their TB status for personal health

What to Expect?
The clinic uses the reliable QuantiFERON blood test, conducted by Quest Diagnostics. No appointments are necessary during the extended period, just walk in between 9 AM and 4 PM. Please bring your campus ID and insurance card if available.

Take this opportunity to prioritize your health and help protect the UMBC community.

Questions?
Contact Retriever Integrated Health at 410-455-2542 or visit health.umbc.edu

Retriever Integrated Health, in partnership with Quest Diagnostics, is hosting a QuantiFERON Clinic for convenient, on-campus TB screening.

Location: Center for Well-Being
Dates: September 8– 24
Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

No appointment needed – just walk in!

TB screening is often required for programs, internships, clinical placements, and jobs. This is a quick and reliable way to meet those requirements right here on campus.

Who should come:

• Students with TB screening requirements

• Faculty and staff needing updated TB tests

• Anyone who wants to confirm their TB status

What to bring:

• Valid photo ID

• Insurance card

Questions? Contact Retriever Integrated Health at 410-455-2542 or visit health.umbc.edu.

Retriever Integrated Health, in partnership with Quest Diagnostics, is hosting a QuantiFERON Clinic to provide convenient, on-campus TB screening for students, faculty, and staff.

Dates: September 8 – 24

Location: Center for Well-Being

Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Book an appointment 

TB is an airborne bacterial infection that affects lung health. Many programs, internships, clinical placements, and jobs require TB screening—this clinic makes it simple to meet those requirements on campus.

Who Should Attend

• Students with TB screening requirements

• Faculty and staff needing updated TB tests

• Anyone wanting to confirm their TB status

What to Bring

• Valid photo ID

• Insurance card 

The QuantiFERON blood test, administered by Quest Diagnostics, is quick, reliable, and helps protect both your health and the UMBC community.

Questions? Contact Retriever Integrated Health at 410-455-2542 or visit health.umbc.edu.

Retriever Integrated Health
Center for Well-Being, UMBC

From OISS, Center for Global Engagement

 New dates for AY 25-26 announced!

 Dear campus partners:

 Our training series on navigating immigration processes will resume soon!

 Overview: 

The training series will cover topics related to the J-1 and H-1B visa categories, ensuring that you are well-equipped to support our international faculty, staff, and scholars. The sessions will provide practical insights, address common challenges, and foster a deeper understanding of immigration in higher education.

 Audience: 

·         The intended audience is both seasoned and new staff in academic departments or research centers, who are involved in hiring, onboarding, and terminating international employees in paid or unpaid positions. 

·         Anyone who would like to learn about and understand our field are also welcome, just be ready for an in-depth look at immigration items.

·         Shared Services staff are invited to attend sessions as well.

 Key Focus Areas:

·         Visa Categories and Processes: An in-depth exploration of the H-1B and J-1 visa categories and the associated processes.

·         Immigration Compliance: Understanding the legal aspects of immigration to ensure UMBC's compliance with government regulations.

·         Navigating Changes: Learning when to communicate changes to our office.

 Location: 

In-person in Admin 218 and simultaneously via Webex, the link is here.

 Registration: 

Step 1: Pick a date that works for you and email dianezg@umbc.edu so you can be added to the calendar invite. 

Step 2: Once you receive the Google Calendar invite, RSVP “Yes” directly in the event.

Schedule: 

All sessions run from 3 to 4 pm, simultaneously in Admin 218 and virtually, unless noted. You do not have to attend all the sessions.

 The dates for AY 25-26 are:

Tuesday, October 21

Tuesday, November 18

Tuesday, February 17

Tuesday, March 24

Tuesday, April 21

June 5 - full day of training - sign up here

Location: Admin 218 or Webex link here.