UMBC-Shady Grove Professional Programs I/O Psychology Orientation
2024-06-05 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | The Universities at Shady Grove BSE, 9631 Gudelsky Dr, Rockville, MD, 20850, United States
Be sure to join us for new student orientation on June 5 at 6 p.m. Domestic students should plan to attend in person while international students will receive a link to join virtually. This is your opportunity to gain the knowledge and tools you need to start your master’s or certificate program with confidence. You’ll hear from faculty and staff, make academic plans, and have the chance to ask questions. This is also your chance to acclimate to the campus environment before classes begin in the fall.
This orientation is for students joining the industrial/organizational psychology, training and talent development, and organizational consulting programs.
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UMBC-Shady Grove Professional Programs Orientation - Biotechnology, Cybersecurity, Data Science
2024-08-13 18:00 - 20:00 | The Universities at Shady Grove BSE, 9631 Gudelsky Dr, Rockville, MD, 20850, United States
Be sure to join us virtually for new student orientation on August 13 at 6 p.m. This is your opportunity to gain the knowledge and tools you need to start your master’s or certificate program with confidence. You’ll hear from faculty and staff, make academic plans, and have the chance to ask questions. This is also your chance to acclimate to the campus environment before classes begin in the fall.
This orientation is for students joining the biotechnology, cybersecurity, or data science program at UMBC-Shady Grove.
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"I Hate Politics" Unpacked
2024-09-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-09-18 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-09-25 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-10-02 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-10-09 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-10-16 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-10-23 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-10-30 12:00 - 13:00 and 4 more dates | Building III, room 4124 or online
I Hate Politics is a podcast about our roads, schools, jobs, and homes highlighting news and issues closest to us in the Washington, D.C., region.
Each Wednesday at noon throughout the semester, UMBC-Shady Grove Political Science Program Director and I Hate Politics founder Dr. Sunil Dasgupta will host a hybrid discussion for students, faculty, staff, and community members to unpack the issues covered in the current episode of the podcast.
Open to everyone. To join in-person or virtually, register for the sessions you plan to attend. Pizza will be served in-person.
You can listen to I Hate Politics on all major streaming platforms, or on the podcast website.
I Hate Politics represents UMBC’s commitment to civic education and engagement as a bedrock of our democracy.
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Maryland BioNetworking Summit
2024-10-01 18:00 - 20:00 | 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.
Featuring keynote speaker Dr. John Erickson, Senior Fellow for The National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals, presenting on “NIIMBL Platforms for Bioprocess Technology Selection and Maturation”.
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Accelerated Professional Graduate Programs Information Session
2024-10-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
As you begin to think ahead to graduation, you might be considering graduate school. UMBC offers an accelerated program that allows students to double-count credits in their last two undergraduate years toward both their bachelor’s and master’s degrees. This program saves you time and tuition, and you can also earn a graduate certificate.

Join our virtual Accelerated Professional Graduate Programs Information Session to learn about the accelerated tracks and the admission process for UMBC’s professional graduate programs in Catonsville, MD, and in Rockville, MD, at The Universities at Shady Grove. Ensure that you’re interested in one of our listed professional graduate programs before registering.
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UMBC-Shady Grove Virtual App Bash
2024-10-09 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-10 09:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Planning to transfer to UMBC-Shady Grove? Join our virtual App Bash for one-on-one help with your undergraduate application. Don’t wait! The priority deadline to submit your Common App to UMBC for spring 2025 admission is October 15.
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STEM Exploration Day at UMBC-Shady Grove
2024-10-16 15:00 - 19:00 | The Universities at Shady Grove BSE, 9631 Gudelsky Dr, Rockville, MD, 20850, United States
Future computer science, mechanical engineering, and translational life science technology students: experience UMBC-Shady Grove’s unique learning environment first-hand at STEM Exploration Day!
You’ll get a true sense of our programs through activities that show how our students apply scientific concepts to real-world problems.
Throughout the day, you’ll have the opportunity to drop in at any time for refreshments, prizes, and rotating sessions, including:

Academic program overviews
Lab tours and simulations
Student organization demonstrations
Campus tours

Plus, join us and we’ll waive your $75 UMBC application fee!
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Become a History Detective
2024-10-23 18:00 - 19:30 | The Universities at Shady Grove Building IV, Room 2225
What do dinosaurs, Harry Houdini, and Sherlock Holmes have in common? They all appear in the quirky early films of the 1920s! Join Program Director Dr. Andrew Nolan to explore UMBC-Shady Grove’s unique approach to history.
During this interactive event, you’ll step into the shoes of a historian and discover how fact and fiction shape our understanding of the past. You’ll also develop skills like skepticism and analysis, which historians use every day.
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USG STEM Symposium: Dissecting Cyber Attacks
2024-10-24 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
See a presentation on the cyber kill chain and phases that have been utilized by cyber criminals to launch a cyber-attack. Learn how Ransomware as a Service (RaaS) has become a lucrative business for cyber attackers and how we can defend against it.
Featuring Keynote Speaker: Dr. Behnam Shariati, UMBC, M.P.S. in Cybersecurity Program
The USG STEM Symposium is a series of virtual workshops held monthly throughout the academic year, showcasing academic programs in two of USG’s industry hubs — Engineering & Technology and Health & Life Sciences. Each workshop focuses on a critical industry-relevant topic, highlighting how the featured programs at USG prepare students to tackle emerging challenges in their fields. These sessions offer a dynamic platform for collaboration between different academic disciplines and provide insights into cutting-edge issues and opportunities within and across academic programs at USG.
These workshops are open to anyone who may have an interest in STEM-based academic programs and/or STEM-related topics including prospective students (high school; community college; and graduate students); current students enrolled in academic programs at USG; current students enrolled in academic programs at home institutions; alumni; faculty; staff; employers/industry representatives; and community members).
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Virtual Appointments: Meet our Data Science Program Director
2024-10-26 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-11-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
Join us for a unique opportunity to meet virtually with Program Director Dr. Ali Yousuf and discuss your future in data science at UMBC-Shady Grove. In a 15-minute one-on-one appointment, you’ll gain insights into our program and receive personalized guidance tailored to your academic and professional goals.
To secure your appointment, you’ll be asked to share an unofficial transcript and resume shortly after scheduling. This will help guide your conversation with Dr. Yousuf and ensure a productive discussion about your path in data science.
Note: This opportunity is for prospective students who have not yet applied.
Appointments Available

Industrial/Organizational Psychology Networking Event
2024-11-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
Connect with alumni of the I/O Psychology Graduate Program at UMBC-Shady Grove! Join our alumni panel to hear about their experiences, career journeys, and how the program can prepare you for success. Plus, enjoy the opportunity to network with faculty and professionals in the field.
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Your Path to a Social Work Career
2024-11-14 18:00 - 19:30 | BLDG4 IV-3321 or Online via Webex
Starting out in social work can leave you with many questions. You might be wondering what licensure you need, when to get it, or how your degree will get you to the job you want.
Join us for a session with current students and Program Director Dr. Katie Morris, LCSW-C, where we’ll break down possible pathways and help you plan your journey in social work. You’ll also learn about UMBC-Shady Grove’s classes and field placement opportunities and get practical tips on how to balance work and school.
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STEM Ready Information Session
2024-11-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtual
Find out more about STEM Ready at this information session. Students interested in participating are encouraged to join at least one information session before applying.
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UMBC is committed to inclusivity and accessibility. If you are in need of any accommodations, please contact stemready@umbc.edu as soon as possible.

Exploring Careers in Psychology: What could your future hold?
2024-11-19 18:00 - 19:30 | In-Person
Curious about where a bachelor’s degree in psychology can take you? Join us for an alumni panel at UMBC-Shady Grove and hear from graduates about their careers, challenges, and successes in the field.
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UMBC-Shady Grove Virtual App Bash
2024-11-21 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-11-25 09:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Planning to transfer to UMBC-Shady Grove? Join our virtual App Bash for one-on-one help with your undergraduate application. Don’t wait! The deadline to submit your Common App to UMBC for spring 2025 admission is December 1.
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USG STEM Symposium: Quality by Design Approach to Biopharmaceutical Development
2024-12-04 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
Learn about Quality by Design (QbD), a development philosophy that has been used successfully for decades by the semiconductor and auto industries. This presentation will describe how the QbD approach to biopharmaceutical development is enabling faster, cheaper, safer and more effective drugs to meet patients’ needs.
Featuring Keynote Speaker: Dr. Mark Schenerman, UMBC, M.P.S. in Biotechnology Program
The USG STEM Symposium is a series of virtual workshops held monthly throughout the academic year, showcasing academic programs in two of USG’s industry hubs — Engineering & Technology and Health & Life Sciences. Each workshop focuses on a critical industry-relevant topic, highlighting how the featured programs at USG prepare students to tackle emerging challenges in their fields. These sessions offer a dynamic platform for collaboration between different academic disciplines and provide insights into cutting-edge issues and opportunities within and across academic programs at USG.
These workshops are open to anyone who may have an interest in STEM-based academic programs and/or STEM-related topics including prospective students (high school; community college; and graduate students); current students enrolled in academic programs at USG; current students enrolled in academic programs at home institutions; alumni; faculty; staff; employers/industry representatives; and community members).
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