Events

UMBC campus life is thriving, with events and activities taking place every day! Students have the opportunities to meet new people, try new things, engage in learning opportunities that complement their academic experiences, and just have fun!

Visit the UMBC Events Calendar for a list of campus wide events.

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Aug
28

Information Tables

Location

On Campus

Date & Time

August 28, 2024, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Description

If you need assistance locating a building, office, faculty, staff member or a friend on campus, stop by one of our information tables. These tables will be located at three different sites: in...

Aug
27

Community Cookout

Immediately following Convocation

Location

The Quad

Date & Time

August 27, 2024, 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Description

You are officially an official Retriever!  Come enjoy a delicious free cookout heading into the new academic year! Other food options will be closed during this time, so students that have a meal...

Aug
27

Convocation

Location

Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena

Date & Time

August 27, 2024, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Description

Doors Open at 3 p.m.  Program starts promptly at 3:30 p.m. We look forward to welcoming our incoming students to a new academic year and introducing them to UMBC’s traditions. This celebration...

Aug
27

Tour of Your College Towns

Location

Lot 2 : Commons Drive Bus Shelter

Date & Time

August 27, 2024, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Description

Learn where to shop, eat, and play all right in your new backyard. Hot spots you will hit include OCA Mocha, Patapsco Valley State Park, Double T Diner, Walmart, the Hollywood Theatre, and local...