Stay Connected with Student Affairs

Here are some ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

1	Upcoming Career Center Events See the latest happenings from the Career Center on myUMBC.
2	Summer Lunch and Learn: Public Art and Placemaking Join us July 21, Noon – 1 p.m. as Graham Coreil-Allen discusses the importance of public art in times of crisis.
3	Where My People At: Religious and Spiritual Engagement Join i3b July 21, 3 – 4:15 p.m. to learn more about life at UMBC as a religious and/or spiritual student.
4	Looking for Ways to Beat the Heat? Try these heat-busting tips!
5	Full Body Warm-Up Try this full body warm-up for any type of workout.

June 30, 2021 Update

Here are some ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

1	Fireworks Catch all the fireworks this 4th of July in the Baltimore area!
2	Frederick Road Fridays Frederick Road Fridays Concert Series starts July 9.
3	Ask the Trainer Is it possible to work out too much?
4	Indoor Dining Grow your own food indoors!
5	Job Interview Questions 8 questions you’ll hear in your next job interview.
6	Get Support. Take Control. Feel Better. Available to all UMBC undergraduate and graduate students, Togetherall is a free online peer-to-peer community and offers a safe and anonymous place to support your mental health 24/7.

June 16, 2021 Update

Here are some ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

1	Stay Fit with UMBC Virtual Recreation! Check out the summer schedule.
2	Job Hunting is Stressful. Learn tips and tricks at upcoming Career Center events.
3	Pride Month June 13 – 20: Pride week in Baltimore June 30, 3 p.m.: Where My People At? LGBTQ+ Engagement at UMBC
4	Summer Lunch and Learn: Dr. Celeste Chavis Join us Wednesday, June 23 from noon – 1 p.m. as Dr. Celeste Chavis discusses what it means to have an equitable transportation design.
5	Makers Market is Back! Head over to the Clubhouse to shop local vendors and enjoy live music in the Catonsville Arts District on June 19, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
6	Farmers Markets in Catonsville – Shop locally! Every Wednesday, 9 a.m. – noon, 5820 Edmondson Ave. Every Sunday, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., 15 Mellor Ave.

June 2, 2021 Update

10 ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

1	Looking for Peer Health Educators Apply to become a Peer Health Educator.
2	Virtual Career Fair Sign up today for the MCC Virtual Career Fair on Tuesday, June 8!
3	Summer Lunch and Learn: G. Derek Musgrove Join us Wednesday, June 9 from noon – 1 p.m. as G. Derek Musgrove discusses his newest project: the Black Power in Washington, D.C.
4	Pun Board Submit your puns.
5	Gargoyles, Landmarks, and Lions: Downtown Baltimore Interested in Baltimore’s history and architecture? Take this walking tour through the city on June 6 at 9:30 a.m.
6	Art in Annapolis Check out the annual Annapolis Art Week June 6 – 12!
7	Recover Those Muscles How to use a foam roller for mobility and muscle recovery.
8	Reduce Food Waste Creative ways to use up leftovers and reduce food waste.
9	5 Practical Tips to Manage Anxiety Destress this summer with some of these tips.
10	Have Some Downtime? Try these coloring book apps: Recolor: Apple, Android Color Therapy: Apple Colorfly: Apple Pigment: Apple, Android

May 19, 2021 Update

10 ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

1	Commencement Celebrate UMBC’s 2021 Graduates at Our Virtual Commencement!
2	Move-Out Residential Move-Out: What you Need to Know.
3	Peer Health Educators Needed Apply to be a Peer Health Educator!
4	Pun Board Submit your puns.
5	Leadership Blueprint Leadership Blueprint is about getting more out of, rather than cramming more into, your UMBC experience. Topics include exploring your interests, finding your place at UMBC, designing plans for your leadership and involvement experience, and so much more. Register for Leadership Blueprint today!
6	Learn How to Avoid Workout Injuries Protect yourself while working out with these tips.
7	SPARK IV: A New World? UMBC and Towson University present the fourth installment of the collaborative SPARK pop-up exhibition — SPARK IV: A New World?
8	AAPI Month There are a variety of online events for Asian Pacific American History Month.
9	They’re Here! Cicada Parade-a A public art project in Baltimore honoring the 17-year cicadas, Brood X.
10	2021 Maryland Film Festival Experience film for everyone at the 2021 Maryland Film Festival, May 19 – 27! Nine days of the best in up-and-coming cinema, with short films, feature films, local, international, documentary, narrative, animation, genre, and more.

May 5, 2021 Update

10 ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

1	i3b Workshops May 11, 5 p.m.: 8th Annual Lavender Celebration May 12, 10 a.m.: Intro to Social Justice & Allyship
2	Off-Campus Student Services Events May 5, noon: Veterans Hail & Farewell May 7, 1 p.m.: Refresh and Rejuvenate for the Summer
3	Jazz Recital Unwind with some music at the virtual Russell Brown Jazz Recital May 6 at 7:30 p.m.
4	Weekend Tent Events Weekend Tent Events Continue for Resident Students on Friday and Saturday nights! May 7, 7:30 p.m.: Glow Yoga on the Terrace May 8, 7:30 p.m.: Saturday Bingo! Please note: These events are for residential students only.
5	SGA’s Annual Stress-Free Zone! Relax with friends, de-stress, and rejuvenate before finals. May 8, 7:30 – 9 p.m: Stress-Free Zone Please note: These events are for residential students only
6	Pun Board Submit your puns.
7	Student Government Association Inauguration Day! Join SGA as we inaugurate our 2021-2022 elected officers in an online ceremony.
8	Vaccine Information and Resources for the UMBC Community View the latest information regarding vaccines via UMBC’s COVID-19 website.
9	Need Tips for Writing Final Papers? Join this Writing Wednesday Workshop for Finding Your Flow: Navigating Final Papers May 5 at 4 p.m.
10	What to Expect in the 2021 Job Market Entering the workforce in the era of COVID-19? Here’s what you should know.

April 21, 2021 Update

10 ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

1	Vaccine Information Session With Experts Join UMBC community leaders and experts as they answer your questions about COVID-19 vaccines this Friday, April 23 at 3 p.m.
2	Off-Campus Student Services Events April 22, 5 p.m.: Adult Learner’s Trivia Night April 23, noon: Leadership in Service Learning/Civic Engagement
3	Connection and Care Opportunities with i3b Processing What Has Happened in 2021: Office Hours and Support April 27, 4 p.m.: PAWTalks: Religious InQueeries April 28, 1 p.m.: SistaCare: Equity for All?
4	Career Month Continues! It’s the final week and half of Career Month! Reserve your spot today. Check out one of these other amazing Career Center events.
5	Weekend Tent Events Weekend Tent Events continue for resident students on Friday and Saturday nights! April 23, 7:30 p.m.: Food Truck Night and Movie Night April 24, 7:30 p.m.: Saturday Bingo! April 30, 7:30 p.m.: Food Truck Night and Movie Night May 1, 7:30 p.m.: Saturday Bingo! Please note: These events are for residential students only
6	Student Organizations: Important Dates! April 15 – 30: Officer elections April 15 – May 15: Renewal is due for organizations and advisors. Please reference the Student Org Officers myUMBC page for more information.
7	Pun Board Submit your puns.
8	Student Government Association Elections are Live! Make sure your voice is heard and vote in the 2021 SGA elections.
9	Final Exams Are Just Around the Corner Color coding for your next exam can be helpful.
10	Where Do I Begin? Learn how to start lifting weights with these tips from a trainer.

April 7, 2021 Update

10 ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

1	Weekend Tent Events Don’t forget there are events under the tent for residential students every weekend starting at 7:30 p.m. for the rest of the semester! April 9: Glow Yoga on the Terrace April 10: Saturday Bingo! April 16: Food Trucks and Outdoor Movie April 17: Saturday Bingo!
2	i3b Events April 14, 10 a.m.: Workshop Wednesdays: Tools for Navigating Difficult Dialogue April 19, 6 p.m.: OCA Mocha Mondays with i3b: Interfaith Dialogues
3	Off-Campus Student Services Events April 7, 4:30 p.m.: Adult Learners Event: Networking from Your Living Room April 14, noon: Coffee and Conversation for Vets
4	Student Organizations: Important Dates! April 7, noon: Officer Transition Workshop April 15 – 30: Officer elections April 15 – May 15: Renewal is due for organizations and advisors. Please reference the Student Org Officers myUMBC page for more information
5	Career Month Continues Connect with alumni, have your resume reviewed, and learn more about the job hunt with upcoming events from the Career Center.
6	SGA Q&A Meet the SGA candidates and win cool prizes on April 14 at noon!
7	Pun Board Submit your puns.
8	Lower Body Workout Get fit with these staircase workouts for your lower body.
9	Paraphrasing or Plagiarism? How to avoid accidental word theft.
10	Boundaries Here’s how you can set healthy boundaries in your relationships.

March 24, 2021 Update

10 ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

1	Highlighting Women March 24, 4 p.m.: Cedric Herring Symposium: Critical Conversations: An Intersectional Perspective to Ignite Social Change. March 25, 1 p.m.: Women of Color Support Group March 25, 3 p.m.: Women in Technology Virtual Job Fair
2	i3b: Upcoming Programming and Discussion Groups March 24, 1 p.m.: SistaCare: Soul Searching March 26, Noon: Retriever Immigrants United: Unpacking Ourselves March 31, 3:30 p.m.: Bagels & Banter: Trans Media
3	Bingo! There are online and in person options on March 24 at 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. respectively. April 3 has another chance to win at 7:30 p.m.
4	Career Month April is Career Month, don’t miss out on the Career Center’s planned events.
5	Pun Board Submit your puns.
6	Money Smart Week Financial Smarts is hosting their Money Smart Week virtually this year.
7	Box Breathing Use the box breathing technique to reduce anxiety.
8	Stars in the House
9	Take a Break Have a mental health game night with UHS.
10	CIRCA Presents: Pamela Z Pamela Z will perform a program consisting of short solo works for voice, real-time electronic processing, sampled sounds, and wireless gesture controllers on April 1 at 7 p.m.

March 10, 2021 Update

10 ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

1	Spring Break For our residential students staying on campus, there are things to do and in neighboring communities. Continue to check out this list of activities for more information.
2	i3b: Upcoming Programming and Discussion Groups Join i3b for Workshop Wednesdays! March 10 at 10 a.m.: Identity Conscious Supervision
3	Connect and Support Don’t miss these upcoming Women’s Center events: March 10 at 7 p.m.: After Hours Study Jam March 12 at 1:30 p.m.: Women of Color Collective March 23 at 3 p.m.: Spectrum
4	Pun Board Submit your puns.
5	ISS Live Check out live views of the International Space Station.
6	Stay Fit in March with Pilates!
7	Looking for the Perfect Ambient Noise? We’ve Got You Covered. Rainsounds HQ Nature Sounds Sleep Sounds Ambience
8	Social Support See why social support is the most overlooked self-care routine.
9	Healthy Nomming Learn how to eat healthy dinners when you have night classes.
10	Stay Clean Learn how to clean and disinfect all your tech devices.

February 24, 2021 Update

10 ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

1	i3b: Upcoming Programming and Discussion Groups February 24, 1 – 2 p.m.: SistaCare: Radical Love and Belonging February 26, 6 – 7:30 p.m: Small, Chill, Sensible Night March 4, 3:30 – 4:45 p.m.: Bagels & Banter: Pop Up Session #2 March 8, 6 – 7:30 p.m.: OCA Mocha Mondays with i3b: Allyship for Disability Justice
2	Off-Campus Student Services Upcoming Events February 26, 4 – 5:30 p.m.: Online Speed Friending February 24, noon – 1 p.m.: What’s Good Wednesdays
3	Finance Board Information Night Join the finance board February 24 at 5 p.m. to discuss the changes that have happened throughout the past year.
4	Connect and Support The Women’s Center offers a variety of events.
5	Smithsonian Events The Smithsonian has some great Black History and Women’s History Month Events.
6	Counseling Center Find support through the Counseling Center’s upcoming events.
7	Pun Board Submit your puns.
8	Up Your Fitness Game Find out how to tap into your flow state and up your fitness game.
9	Practice Mindfulness and De-stress with These Helpful Apps! Just Breathe Breathwrk: Breathing Exercises Breathe2Relax – Apple, Android
10	Ask the Doc Is breaking up sleep bad?

February 10, 2021 Update

10 ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

1	i3b: Upcoming Programming and Discussion Groups February 10, noon – 1:30 p.m.: Virtual Open House February 17, 10 a.m. – noon: Workshop Wednesday: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
2	Off-Campus Student Services Upcoming Events February 10, noon: Transfer Workshop #2: Financial Smarts! February 24, noon: What’s Good Wednesday …and more!
3	(seb) Interactive Social Media Events February 10, 4 – 5 p.m.: Rom-com movie bracket – which one will take the (wedding) cake? February 15, 4 – 5 p.m. Pictionary: Emoji Style Don’t forget to follow (seb) on Instagram and myUMBC to keep the free cookies coming! (Only for students approved to be on-campus.)
4	Get Your Creativity Flowing Make your own exploding gift box Tuesday, February 16!
5	Pun Board Submit your puns.
6	Virtual Group Fitness Stay in shape this semester with daily online classes from the RAC!
7	Struggling to Manage Your Time? We’ve got you covered. Check out these apps that follow the Pomodoro technique! Focus Booster Focus-To-Do Pomodoro Timer
8	Improve Your Wellness in 8 Areas This Year Follow this wellness guide.
9	Connect and Support The Women’s Center offers a variety of events.
10	Sensate Cinema How do we look with the body, not at the body? Find out how with this event from CIRCA. Photograph by Simon Liu, pictured: Fallen Arches (2018)

January 27, 2021 Update

10 ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

1	Welcome Back, Retrievers! Kick Off the First Week by Participating in Welcome Week.
2	Save the date! Spring Involvement Fest is around the corner! You can now start browsing all the organizations you can meet will be February 1 – 4.
3	Academic Success Start the spring semester on the right (or left) foot and check out the resources available through the Academic Success Center.
4	Are You Prepared for the Career Fair? Check out the Keys to Success workshops. Learn more about the Career Fair here. Friday, January 29, 2021, 10 – 11 a.m. Monday, February 1, 2021, Noon – 1 p.m.
5	Multicultural Leadership The Multicultural Leadership Experience will be virtually held over the course of four meetings throughout the spring 2021 semester. Registration is due Monday, February 1, 2021 at 11:59 p.m.
6	Pun Board Submit your puns.
7	Keep Fit Get fit with these 7 ab exercises that aren’t crunches.
8	Stars in the House Catch up with the stars of Grey’s Anatomy.
9	Is Snacking Healthy? Ask the Nutritionist: Is it Bad to Snack Throughout the Day?
10	Distinguished Visiting Artist Lecture Hear what Krzysztof Wodiczko has to say on Monday, February 1, 2021, 5 – 6 p.m.

January 13, 2021 Update

10 ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

1	It’s almost time for Winter Welcome Week! Check out all the events happening between January 25 – 30.
2	Save the date! Spring Involvement Fest will be February 1 – 4. Check out all the organizations you can meet.
3	i3b: Upcoming Programs and Discussion Groups See the latest offerings from i3b: Friday, January 15, 2:30 – 4 p.m. – [Free]dom Fridays: Beyond MLK Tuesday, January 19, 3 – 4:15 p.m. – Where My People At? Identity-Based Engagement at UMBC
4	Spring Career Fair Learn more about the Career Center’s Spring Career Fair.
5	Pun Board Submit your puns.
6	Stay Fit Over Break With Virtual Fitness Classes! New videos are posted to UMBCrecTV.
7	Winter Wednesdays: UMBC History Join us on January 20 from Noon – 1 p.m. for a virtual tour of how UMBC has transformed over the years.
8	Presidential Inauguration Watch Party Join the Center for Democracy and Civic Life on January 20 from Noon – 1:30 p.m.
9	7 Ways to Stop Procrastinating Right Now Don’t wait, read it now!
10	Be Mindful Start your day off mindfully with this guided shower meditation.

Here are some ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

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Upcoming Career Center Events

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Summer Lunch and Learn: Public Art and Placemaking

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Where My People At: Religious and Spiritual Engagement

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Looking for Ways to Beat the Heat?

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Full Body Warm-Up

Here are some ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

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Fireworks

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Frederick Road Fridays

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Ask the Trainer

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Indoor Dining

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Job Interview Questions

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Get Support. Take Control. Feel Better.

Here are some ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

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Stay Fit with UMBC Virtual Recreation!

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Job Hunting is Stressful.

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Pride Month

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Summer Lunch and Learn: Dr. Celeste Chavis

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Makers Market is Back!

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Farmers Markets in Catonsville – Shop locally!

10 ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

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Looking for Peer Health Educators

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Virtual Career Fair

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Summer Lunch and Learn: G. Derek Musgrove

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Pun Board

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Gargoyles, Landmarks, and Lions: Downtown Baltimore

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Art in Annapolis

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Recover Those Muscles

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Reduce Food Waste

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5 Practical Tips to Manage Anxiety

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Have Some Downtime?

10 ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!

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Commencement

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Move-Out

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Peer Health Educators Needed

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Pun Board

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Leadership Blueprint

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Learn How to Avoid Workout Injuries

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SPARK IV: A New World?

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AAPI Month

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They’re Here! Cicada Parade-a

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2021 Maryland Film Festival

10 ways to stay connected through virtual engagement opportunities, academic resources, health, and well-being tips, and just a few things we love at UMBC like the Pun Board, squirrels, coloring pages, and much more!