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

Playfair + Fireworks

Location

Erickson Field

Date & Time

August 28, 2021, 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Description

Kick off the year with this Welcome Week tradition! Play games with your new classmates, find friends with the same birthday, and mingle with folks from your residence hall! The event will end...

Aug
28

Meet your RA and Woolie

Location

On Campus : Your Floor Lounge

Date & Time

August 28, 2021, 7:00 pm – 7:45 pm

Description

Meet your resident assistant and your Welcome Week leaders (Woolies). They will help you get the lay of the land for the next week. This time is important to connect to your Welcome Week...

Aug
28

Commuter Student Meet-Up

Join Us: Campus Tours, Retriever Fest, FREE Lunch, and More

Location

The Commons : Terrace

Date & Time

August 28, 2021, 10:30 am – 2:00 pm

Description

Join OCSS for a day of fun and give-aways while getting to meet the Commuter Assistants and fellow commuter students! You will get a chance to ask our staff questions, get a campus tour, and...

Aug
28

Retriever Fest

Welcome First-Year Retrievers

Location

Erickson Field

Date & Time

August 28, 2021, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Description

It is your first official day and we are excited to meet you!  We know you may have questions or need some assistance, plan to stop by Erickson Field to connect with a variety of campus offices...