Undergraduate Events

Whether you’re returning to campus for another semester, or coming for the first time, we are glad you are here! Get connected to the UMBC community by stopping by some of the many events offered during Welcome Week!

Upcoming events:

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Aug
24

Retriever Fest

Welcome new Retrievers!

Location

Erickson Field

Date & Time

August 24, 2024, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Description

It is your first official day and we are excited to meet you! We know you may have questions or need some assistance, plan to stop by Erickson Field to connect with a variety of campus offices,...

Aug
24

Meet your RA and Woolie

Location

On Campus

Date & Time

August 24, 2024, 7:00 pm – 7:45 pm

Description

Meet your Welcome Week Leaders (Woolies) and Residential Assitant (RA). They will help you get the lay of the land for the next several weeks. This time is important to connect to your Welcome...

Aug
24

Playfair + Fireworks

Location

Erickson Field

Date & Time

August 24, 2024, 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Description

Kick off the year with this Welcome Week tradition! Meet up with your Woolie and head to Erickson Field for a night of fun and games! Playfair is a staple of Welcome Week at UMBC. You will...

Aug
25

Your Story Belongs Here

Diversity and Inclusion at UMBC

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Arena

Date & Time

August 25, 2024, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Description

Intended for undergraduate students Doors at 10:30 a.m. Program begins at 11 a.m. Becoming a Retriever is about starting your academic journey, building community, and getting introduced to UMBC...

Aug
27

Convocation

Location

Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena

Date & Time

August 27, 2024, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Description

We look forward to welcoming our incoming students to a new academic year and introducing them to UMBC’s traditions. This celebration brings faculty, staff, and students together for the formal...

Aug
27

Community Cookout

Immediately following Convocation

Location

The Quad

Date & Time

August 27, 2024, 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Description

You are officially an official Retriever!  Come enjoy a delicious free cookout heading into the new academic year! Other food options will be closed during this time, so students that have a meal...

Aug
28

Information Tables

Location

On Campus

Date & Time

August 28, 2024, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Description

If you need assistance locating a building, office, faculty, staff member or a friend on campus, stop by one of our information tables. These tables will be located at four different sites: in...