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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The Commons : Commuter Lounge
August 28, 2024,
10:00 am
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4:00 pm
Whether you're a fresh face or a seasoned scholar, it's never too late to capture that first-day glow! Step into the Commuter Lounge and embrace your first day!
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for First Day of Class Photo
On Campus
August 28, 2024,
9:00 am
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4:00 pm
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 three different sites: in...
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for Information Tables
The Quad
August 27, 2024,
4:30 pm
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5:30 pm
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...
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for Community Cookout
Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena
August 27, 2024,
3:00 pm
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4:00 pm
Doors Open at 3 p.m. Program starts promptly at 3:30 p.m. We look forward to welcoming our incoming students to a new academic year and introducing them to UMBC’s traditions. This celebration...
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for Convocation
Lot 2 : Commons Drive Bus Shelter
August 27, 2024,
1:00 pm
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2:00 pm
Learn where to shop, eat, and play all right in your new backyard. Hot spots you will hit include OCA Mocha, Patapsco Valley State Park, Double T Diner, Walmart, the Hollywood Theatre, and local...
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for Tour of Your College Towns
Lot 2 : Commons Drive Bus Shelter
August 27, 2024,
12:00 pm
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1:00 pm
Learn where to shop, eat, and play all right in your new backyard. Hot spots you will hit include OCA Mocha, Patapsco Valley State Park, Double T Diner, Walmart, the Hollywood Theatre, and local...
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for Tour of Your College Towns
Performing Arts & Humanities Building : Dance Cube
August 27, 2024,
11:00 am
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1:00 pm
Calling all dance majors, minors, and students interested in dance. Dress comfortably as we will be moving together for part of the event. Pizza and snacks will be served at the end of the event.
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for Dance Department Welcome Event
University Center : Ballroom
August 27, 2024,
11:00 am
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2:00 pm
International Student Orientation introduces you to everything UMBC has to offer! You will meet other new students, current international students, and UMBC staff from around campus who will be...
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for International Student Orientation
The Commons : North Lawn
August 27, 2024,
10:00 am
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11:00 am
Join your fellow Retrievers in the Undergraduate Class group photo. Students will receive a UMBC shirt and will take part in a UMBC tradition. Undergraduate students should report to the tents...
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for New Retrievers Class Photo
