Community News

Fall Semester Masking Update

Dear UMBC Community,   As we plan for the start of the fall semester, the COVID-19 Planning Coordinating Committee has determined that UMBC will maintain the current policy of requiring masks in...

Posted: August 10, 2022, 4:12 PM

Retriever Integrated Health Closed on Tuesday, August 9

Due to an ongoing issue with the HVAC unit that serves Retriever Integrated Health, the physical office will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, August 9, 2022. Staff will continue to telework and...

Posted: August 8, 2022, 3:59 PM

Tomorrow: You're Invited to Yappy Hour!

Take a Break with Cold Sweets and Dog Treats!

Dear Faculty and Staff, As we prepare for the new academic year and the temperatures rise outside, we recognize that everyone needs a break. Join the Professional Staff Senate and Campus Life for...

Posted: August 1, 2022, 3:12 PM

You’re Invited to Yappy Hour!

Take a Break with Cold Sweets and Dog Treats!

Dear Faculty and Staff, As we prepare for the new academic year and the temperatures rise outside, we recognize that everyone needs a break. Join the Professional Staff Senate and Campus Life for...

Posted: July 26, 2022, 11:12 AM

Arrest of UMBC Police Officer

We are disappointed and sad to inform you that Walter Christopher, who has been a member of the UMBC Police force for two years, is the person arrested in connection with a series of suspected...

Posted: July 19, 2022, 4:22 PM

Important Scam and Security Information

Dear Community Members, In recent weeks, we have seen an increase in internet and phone scams and attacks. These attacks and scams have been taking the form of fake job offers, fake checks, and...

Posted: July 14, 2022, 12:22 PM

Career Center Transitions to Handshake

Faculty, staff can now add job listings to our new platform

Dear UMBC Community, We are excited to announce the Career Center's transition to Handshake, which has become the number one place employers recruit college students and recent graduates. More...

Posted: July 12, 2022, 2:06 PM

Maryland Board of Elections Places Ballot Box in The Commons

Box Will Be Available for Primary and General Elections

This is a repost of a post from the Center for Democracy and Civic Life; you can find the original post here. Dear UMBC Community, Voting will be easier than ever for the UMBC community for the...

Posted: July 12, 2022, 12:42 PM

COVID-19 Updates for 2022 Summer Session

Dear UMBC Community, We continue to consult regularly with our health and safety experts about current campus and community health data. Given that the CDC's Community Risk Level for Baltimore...

Posted: July 11, 2022, 3:02 PM