Community News

Event Planning Resources

Dear Members of the UMBC Community, As we reach the midway point of the fall semester, I want to thank our community for embracing our transition to virtual events and activities. Events and...

Posted: November 2, 2020, 10:53 AM

Student-athlete tests positive for COVID-19

Dear UMBC Community, This morning (November 1) we were notified that a student-athlete currently practicing on campus has tested positive for COVID-19. The student-athlete is receiving medical...

Posted: November 2, 2020, 8:42 AM

Protect Yourself and Others with a Seasonal Flu Shot

Dear UMBC Community, This year more than ever, we are encouraging everyone in our community to get a flu vaccination. We know that with the holidays approaching, many are considering whether...

Posted: October 30, 2020, 4:15 PM

Remembering Dick Watts

Dear UMBC Community, We were saddened to learn this week about the passing of E. Richard (Dick) Watts. Mr. Watts served as the University’s first athletics director from 1967-1985, and also as...

Posted: October 30, 2020, 2:00 PM

Election 2020: Support for Civic Engagement

Dear Members of the UMBC Community, Civic engagement is a core element of UMBC’s vision and strategic plan, and we can all take pride in the many ways students, faculty, and staff are...

Posted: October 29, 2020, 3:26 PM

October 29: Retriever Ready Action Update

Updated Public Health Dashboard + Self-Care Tips

Please see the latest updates on UMBC’s Retriever Ready website. Questions? Email covid19@umbc.edu. COVID-19 Health & Safety UMBC’s Public Health Dashboard was updated with new data on...

Posted: October 29, 2020, 1:58 PM

Nominations for Staff Awards: Deadline Extended to Nov. 4

Dear Colleagues, We need your help to recognize and honor the exemplary work of our talented and dedicated Exempt and Non-Exempt staff working to support our mission. As our University community...

Posted: October 28, 2020, 3:01 PM

October 22: Retriever Ready Action Update

Updated Public Health Dashboard

Please see the latest updates on UMBC’s Retriever Ready website. Questions? Email covid19@umbc.edu. COVID-19 Health & Safety UMBC’s Public Health Dashboard was updated with new data on...

Posted: October 22, 2020, 6:04 PM

Support for UMBC’s Nigerian Community

Dear Members of the UMBC Community, We are concerned about recent events in Nigeria, which have made an already challenging time even more difficult for the many UMBC students, faculty, and...

Posted: October 22, 2020, 4:20 PM

October 20: Retriever Ready Action Update

Combatting Pandemic Fatigue

Please see the latest updates on UMBC’s Retriever Ready website. Questions? Email covid19@umbc.edu. COVID-19 Health & Safety This CDCs guidance on Halloween activities is helpful to...

Posted: October 20, 2020, 4:38 PM