University Center : Ballroom ·
Join Off-Campus Student Services (OCSS) for our Commuter and Transfer Welcome Day in the University Center Ballroom. There will be fun activities, campus tours, games, and time at Retriever Fest....
Upcoming Events
Aug 24
9 AM
Welcome new Retrievers!
Erickson Field ·
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
4:30 PM
True Grit's : & The Commons ·
Location: True Grit’s Dining Hall & The Commons To avoid long lines, please meet up with your Woolie group at the time and location your Woolie designates.
Aug 24
7 PM
IMPORTANT
On Campus ·
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
8 PM
Erickson Field ·
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
10:30 AM
IMPORTANT
Diversity and Inclusion at UMBC
Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Arena ·
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 26
10 AM
IMPORTANT
Retriever Activities Center (RAC) ·
Intended for undergraduate students The academic toolkit session provided by your college is a great way to meet and mingle with faculty, prepare yourself for a semester of success, and learn...
Aug 27
10 AM
The Commons : North Lawn ·
Join your fellow Retrievers in the Undergraduate Class of 2028 group photo. Students will receive a UMBC shirt and will take part in a UMBC tradition. Undergraduate students should report to...
Aug 27
3:30 PM
IMPORTANT
Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena ·
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
4:30 PM
Immediately following Convocation
The Quad ·
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...