UMBC-Shady Grove Welcome Center

The UMBC-Shady Grove Welcome Center serves as the front office for UMBC at the Universities at Shady Grove. Staffed by our fantastic team of student workers, the Welcome Center is here to support all members of the UMBC-Shady Grove community, including prospective students, current students, and their families.

If you have any questions, feel free to call or drop-in anytime during operating hours. We can’t wait to see you!

Location: Building III, Room 4159
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1 – 5 p.m.

Meet our Student Workers

Our student workers are here to help—whether you’ve got a quick question or need to get connected with the right campus resource. They’re student leaders who represent our UMBC-Shady Grove community every day as the first friendly faces you see at the front desk.

Abem

Mechanical Engineering
Primary Resource for
  • Customer Service
  • Student Engagement
  • Current Student Events
  • Fun Fact: "I enjoy hiking through the mountains and nature reserves around the DMV!"

Addie

Social Work and Psychology
Primary Resource for
  • Customer Service
  • Student Engagement
  • Current Student Events
  • Fun Fact: "I really love to read and play all sorts of games! In fact, I announce games (e.g. bingo, trivia) at a local pub as a side gig!"

Ethan

History
Primary Resource for
  • Customer Service
  • Student Engagement
  • Current Student Events
  • Fun Fact: "I enjoy traveling the world and exploring new places. I've lived in England as well as Hawaii."

Karen

Social Work
Primary Resource for
  • Customer Service
  • Student Engagement
  • Current Student Events
  • Fun Fact: "I’m a huge nature lover! If I’m not on campus, you can probably find me hiking, exploring a new park, or checking out a local coffee spot."

Your Retriever Pride Headquarters

Stop by the Welcome Center anytime to say hello, grab a snack, or catch up on what’s happening around UMBC-Shady Grove.

This is your spot for all things UMBC at USG. Swing through to learn how to get involved and help build our Retriever spirit.

Current Student Events

Our student workers help lead and support events that bring our community together. We hope you’ll stay connected throughout the semester and take advantage of everything happening on campus.

Current Student Events