Psychology: Passion, Path, Plan

What is your passion? What are the options and possible paths to achieve your goals, and what is the best plan for you to make that happen? This workshop will help get you started thinking about this process as you consider the ways to achieve your best future. Hosted by Dr. Diane Alonso, Psychology Program […]

Crafting Your Personal Statement

Applying to graduate school often comes with one scary requirement: the personal statement. How do you tell your story in 500 - 700 words? This workshop will help you become a better advocate for yourself with simple tips for descriptive, powerful writing. Presented by USG's MCAS. Register Today!

First-Generation Students, Staff, and Faculty Panel

Virtual

Calling all First-Gen Retrievers! Join UMBC’s first-generation faculty, staff, and students for a panelist discussion on what it means to be the first in their families to attend college. Our panelists will share their experiences with navigating through their academic, professional, and personal lives as first-gen students and professionals.

Preparing for Graduate School Entrance Exams

Graduate programs often require difficult standardized tests that can be daunting to approach. Don't worry—we will help you build strategies for effective test taking. This workshop will focus on universal strategies to help you game plan for a variety of graduate tests. Presented by USG's MCAS. Register Today!

I Am First: Community Space for First-Generation Retrievers

Virtual

Connect with other First-Gen Retrievers! Participants will have the opportunity to share their own experiences with being first generation college students with other first-gen students at UMBC. This will be a space for building community and solidarity through personal reflections and sharing of resources.

Virtual App Bash Appointments

Virtual

Are you planning to transfer to UMBC-Shady Grove for Spring 2023? Do you need guidance completing and submitting the Common Application prior to UMBC’s application deadline of December 1? Sign up for a virtual “App Bash” appointment to receive one-on-one assistance completing the application process and information about your next steps. Join us for an […]

Virtual App Bash Appointments

Virtual

Are you planning to transfer to UMBC-Shady Grove for Spring 2023? Do you need guidance completing and submitting the Common Application prior to UMBC’s application deadline of December 1? Sign up for a virtual “App Bash” appointment to receive one-on-one assistance completing the application process and information about your next steps. Join us for an […]

STEM Ready Information Session

Virtual

  Thank you for your interest in the STEM Ready Pathways program. STEM Ready is a partnership between MCPS, Montgomery College, The Universities at Shady Grove, and UMBC. MCPS high school students and family members are encouraged to join us during one of our upcoming information sessions to learn more. We will be hosting our […]

UMBC-Shady Grove ISSS Virtual Information Session

Virtual

International students who are new to UMBC-Shady Grove this semester are welcome to join International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and UMBC-Shady Grove staff for a virtual information session. We plan to discuss: F-1 Enrollment and Immigration Requirements F-1 Work Authorization Requirements Shady Grove Campus Resources Working with the ISSS Team Register

Virtual Study Abroad 101 Information Session

Virtual

UMBC's Education Abroad Office will be offering a special Virtual Study Abroad 101 Information Session specifically for UMBC-Shady Grove Students on Tuesday, February 7 at 1 p.m. The session will be offered online via Webex. Learn about some of the amazing destinations available to you as a student, UMBC's study abroad requirements, and the financial aid process! Register

Virtual Priority App Bash

Virtual Priority App Bash

Virtual

If you’re planning to transfer to UMBC-Shady Grove, join us for a virtual App Bash appointment on February 16 or 17 to get one-on-one help with the application process. Don’t wait! The priority deadline to submit your Common Application to UMBC for fall 2023 admission is March 1. Register

STEM Symposium: How to Get a Job in Biotech

Virtual

Join representatives from Amador Bioscience to discuss opportunities in the rapidly-growing biotech field in Maryland. Speakers will include an HR representative, a research lab director, and an alumna of UMBC’s TLST program. Learn More and Register