UMBC-Shady Grove

Maryland BioNetworking Summit
2025-05-13 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | The Universities at Shady Grove BSE, 9631 Gudelsky Dr, Rockville, MD, 20850, United States
Connect with Maryland’s bioscience leaders! Join fellow professionals from biopharma, academia, and government at our Maryland BioNetworking Summit. Discover the unique life science ecosystem in our area, forge new connections, and explore UMBC’s M.P.S. in Biotechnology at The Universities at Shady Grove.
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Meet the Program Director: Cybersecurity at Shady Grove
2025-05-14 17:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
Meet with Program Director Dr. Ben Shariati to discuss your future in cybersecurity. During your 15-minute one-on-one appointment, you’ll gain insights into our master’s program and receive personalized guidance tailored to your goals.
Shortly after scheduling your appointment, you will be asked to share an unofficial transcript and resume to secure your spot and guide your conversation. This opportunity is for prospective students who have not yet applied.
Appointments Available

I/O Psychology Orientation
2025-06-04 18:00 - 20:00
Join us on June 4 for new student orientation! Orientation is mandatory for all new Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Organizational Consulting, and Training and Talent Development students. This is your opportunity to meet fellow incoming students and learn more about what to expect when classes begin in the fall.
You’ll hear from faculty and staff, make academic plans, and have the chance to ask questions. Gain the knowledge and tools you’ll need to start your master’s or certificate program with confidence.
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AI & Machine Learning Virtual Summer 2025 Workshop Series
2025-06-17 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-18 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-02 13:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Ready to unlock the secrets and broad applicability of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning? Register for one or both of our summer workshops:
June 17 & 18 – Introduction to Machine Learning: Beginner-friendly! Create and deploy machine learning models with Python, no matter your starting point.
July 2 – Introduction to Generative AI: Hands-on workshop. Build on your foundation to create text, images, and videos with Python.
During this three-day series, you’ll engage in team and project-based learning to explore the ways these fields are revolutionizing everything from healthcare to entertainment to criminal justice. You will also learn more about data science undergrad and grad programs available at Montgomery College and UMBC-Shady Grove.
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Shady Grove Professional Programs Orientation
2025-08-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
Virtual new student orientation for UMBC-Shady Grove’s graduate biotechnology, cybersecurity, and data science programs will be held on August 12 at 6 p.m. Orientation is your opportunity to gain the knowledge and tools you need to start your master’s or certificate program with confidence. During the event, you’ll hear from faculty and staff, make academic plans, and ask questions.
Orientation is mandatory for all new UMBC-Shady Grove students. We look forward to welcoming you to our community before classes begin in the fall.
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UMBC Professional Programs International Information Session
2025-09-03 08:00 - 09:00 | Virtual
UMBC’s Professional Graduate Programs are proud to welcome students from around the world. If you’re an international student hoping to earn a professional master’s degree or graduate certificate from UMBC, join our Fall 2025 International Info Session.
During the event, you will:

Explore online, hybrid, and in-person program options at two locations in Baltimore and Rockville, Maryland.
Hear advice from international students and alumni and learn their stories.
Get the most up-to-date guidance about Visas and other policies from UMBC’s Center for Global Engagement.
Have a chance to ask questions about UMBC, professional programs, and the international student experience.

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"I Hate Politics" Unpacked
2025-09-10 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-24 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-01 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-08 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-22 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-29 12:00 - 13:00 and 1 more date | Building III, room 4124 or online
Join us every Wednesday at noon to explore the latest issues affecting our communities. The hybrid discussion will be led by Dr. Sunil Dasgupta, director of the UMBC-Shady Grove Political Science Program and founder of the “I Hate Politics” podcast. Open to everyone. To join in-person or virtually, register for the sessions you plan to attend. Pizza will be served in-person.
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Shadow a History Class at UMBC-Shady Grove
2025-10-08 10:30 - 11:45, 2025-10-08 13:00 - 14:15, 2025-10-15 10:00 - 11:45, 2025-10-15 13:00 - 14:15, 2025-10-27 10:00 - 11:45, 2025-10-29 10:00 - 11:45 | The Universities at Shady Grove Building III, 9636 Gudelsky Drive, Rockville, MD, 20850, United States
Shadow a class to learn exactly what to expect from your time as a student at UMBC-Shady Grove. You’ll fit right in with our history B.A. students during one (or more) real lectures from Program Director Dr. Andrew Nolan.
HIST 201 – Introduction to the Study of History
Build the skills to research, analyze evidence, and write about history while exploring how the study of the past has developed over time.
HIST 339 – Images of Science and Technology in Cinema and Media
Explore how film, TV, and other media have shaped public views of science and technology, using science fiction and related genres to examine hopes, fears, and changing ideas about the future.
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UMBC-Shady Grove Homecoming Gathering
2025-10-10 16:30 - 18:30 | The Universities at Shady Grove
We are pleased to announce that UMBC-Shady Grove is hosting a UMBC-Shady Grove Homecoming Gathering at the Universities at Shady Grove (USG) on Friday, October 10, 2025 from 4:30 – 6:30 pm. The event is scheduled to take place outdoors on the USG Commons. YOU ARE INVITED & WE ARE EXCITED!
🎉Open to all UMBC-Shady Grove students, alumni, and their families, this event will include picnic-style food, interactive games, music, student organization tables, Chip the UMBC Comfort Dog, and the opportunity to connect with UMBC peers, faculty, and staff!🎉
If you are interested in attending our UMBC-Shady Grove Homecoming, please be sure to RSVP via this link: bit.ly/umbcsg_homecoming. Please note that while the event runs from 4:30 – 6:30 pm, it is designed as a flexible “come when you can, leave when you must” event.
We hope to see you there!
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Privacy and Cybersecurity–AI Ethics Foundation for the Everyday User
2025-10-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
AI is becoming more embedded in our daily lives—making everyday tasks easier and improving how we track and manage our health. But as these technologies grow more powerful, so do concerns about privacy and security. Join Ted Murphree, Manager of Security and Privacy Compliance at an international law firm and adjunct professor at UMBC-Shady Grove, to learn how everyday users can protect themselves from these risks.
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AI Innovation: Data Science Students in the Field
2025-10-22 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
Wondering what kind of research opportunities you’ll have as a master’s student at UMBC-Shady Grove? Join our students and alumni who will be presenting their research on real life challenges and data science trends:

AI-Driven Culinary Innovation: Leveraging LLMs to Develop a Chemically Aware Recipe Generation Model – Jennifer Giolitti and Kevin Smith
Applications of Generative AI for Students with Learning Challenges – Feng Li

During the virtual event, you will also hear about the M.P.S. in Data Science from Program Director Dr. Ali Yousuf and have the chance to ask questions.
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Your Path to a Social Work Degree
2025-10-22 18:00 - 19:30 | The Universities at Shady Grove Building III, Room 3230, 9636 Gudelsky Drive, Rockville, MD, 20850, United States
Explore your path in social work with UMBC-Shady Grove! Join Dr. Katie Morris, LCSW-C, and current students to learn how our undergraduate program can help you achieve the career you want. Discover how our classes and field placements teach you to apply your knowledge and get practical tips on how to balance work and school.
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Design. Build. Discover. Mechanical Engineering at UMBC-Shady Grove
2025-11-04 18:00 - 19:00 | The Universities at Shady Grove BSE, 9631 Gudelsky Dr, Rockville, MD, 20850, United States
Explore mechanical engineering at UMBC-Shady Grove! Join us for an overview of the program, a tour of our labs in USG’s Biomedical Sciences and Engineering Building, and a simulation where current students will show off a project they’re working on. You’ll also get to connect with our staff and faculty, including new Program Director Adam Bridendolph.
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I/O Psychology: Leadership and Manager Development in 2025 and Beyond
2025-11-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
In 2025, leadership requires the agility to navigate growing responsibilities. According to Gartner, 75% of HR leaders say managers are overwhelmed, and 70% report that current leadership programs are not preparing them for future challenges.
Join us virtually on November 5 to learn practical strategies to better support your organization’s managers and position your team for long-term success. You’ll also have the chance to hear from UMBC-Shady Grove’s graduate programs in Industrial/Organizational Psychology.
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Shadow a Psychology Class at UMBC-Shady Grove
2025-11-06 14:00 - 15:15 | The Universities at Shady Grove Building III, 9636 Gudelsky Drive, Rockville, MD, 20850, United States
Shadow a class to learn exactly what to expect from your time as a student at UMBC-Shady Grove. You’ll fit right in with our psychology B.A. students during one (or more) real lectures from Dr. Diane Alonso.
PSYC 317 – Cognitive Psychology
Learn about pattern recognition, attention, memory, and other ways that humans process information.
PSYC 311 – Research Methods in Psychology
Evaluate and interpret psychological research through statistics, literature, technical writing, ethics, and culture.
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