Dear members of the UMBC community, It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our colleague and friend, Mark Lasuk. Mark, an integral part of the Client Services and Desktop Support team within the Division of Information Technology, passed away at age 57 on Thursday, November 5, 2026. Mark dedicated more than 27 years of service to the UMBC community, starting as a student and...
show off your SPEED to claim the prize · Join STARS Computing Core and SAD for THE PROGRAMMING PRIX, our upcoming programming competition !!! Whether you are looking to test your skills or just have some fun, come out and compete. We'll tackle LeetCode-style problems on Kattis, mostly easy and medium questions, with a few hard ones thrown in. Remember to race with your own skills, as no AI assistance is allowed! The Details: When:...
Every November 20th marks Trans Day of Remembrance. Please join us this year from 11am to 1pm, at the AOK Library Terrace for a vigil and reading of names to honor and remember our trans siblings who have lost their lives to transphobia over the past year. Following the conclusion of the vigil at 1pm, join us in The Pride Center where we will be in community to remember and celebrate the life of...
Calling all Black faculty and staff! 🖤 Take a break from your busy day and join us at Skylight in The Commons for food, great conversations, and meaningful connections! Whether you're catching up with familiar faces or making new connections, come pull up, share some laughs, enjoy good conversation, and build community with your fellow Black faculty and staff as we begin to wrap up the Fall 2026...
Hello Retrievers! We look forward to welcoming you to UC 302 on Wednesday, November 18th, from 2-4pm! Come and connect with queer professionals in diverse spaces. Ask them questions and learn about how they got started in their field, how they might handle possible discrimination in the workplace, or just get their advice on entering the workforce! Our speakers will include T. Rowe Price,...
An image without a description. A scanned reading that a screen reader can't access. A Word document where bold text stands in for headings. Small issues like these can create unnecessary barriers for students trying to engage with course materials. Today is Fix Your Content Day! Your challenge: Fix 10 accessibility issues in your Blackboard course, or spend 30 minutes making your content more...
Name: Russell “Russ” Warner Pronouns: He/Him Title: The Commons Building Project Manager, Student Affairs Facilities and Operations Years in Student Affairs/at UMBC: A little over three years—I joined UMBC in July 2023. What is something you do as part of your position that people may not be aware of? People may know that I coordinate building improvements, repairs, and renovation projects, but...
Dear UMBC Community, We hope that you will join us for the 2026 Service Awards Ceremony as we celebrate UMBC's staff and their dedicated years of service to the state of Maryland and the university. We are excited to celebrate with you and all of our colleagues! This year's theme, "This Is Us…Our UMBC: Six decades of community, one place to call home," marks UMBC’s 60th birthday by honoring the...
Role within the Division: Learning and Development Specialist How long have you been at UMBC? Since August 2025 How would you describe your role within the Division of Institutional Equity? I see my role as an educator and thought partner committed to cultivating campus culture change. I design and facilitate learning experiences that deepen staff and faculty engagement with questions of...
The Residential Life team had six members attend the Mid-Atlantic Association of College and University Housing Officers (MACUHO) Annual Conference in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, from October 14 through 16. Attendees were community directors Kendrian Collins, Darline Cadet, Jerel McDaniel, Kayla Fariclough, and LaDonna Wyatt, as well as Tiffany Bromfield, director of residential education. During...
UMBC has recently received increased scrutiny and feedback from the State of Maryland GAD auditors regarding invoice processing and supporting documentation. To ensure compliance with State requirements and avoid delays in processing payments, please communicate the following reminders to your departments: Late Invoice Processing If an invoice is being submitted for payment more than 25 days...
Do you enjoy connecting with people, asking thoughtful questions, and bringing new ideas to life? Are you passionate about understanding student experiences and making a difference at UMBC? The Office of Off-Campus Housing & Commuter Engagement is looking for a creative, curious, and motivated Engagement Assessment Intern to help us develop our One Community engagement framework! Through this...
Dear UMBC Community, On Thursday, I joined our partners at the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) to sign a new dual admission agreement. This partnership puts our BOLD MOVES strategic plan into action, strengthening our support for transfer students coming to UMBC. The event was about so much more than a signature on a piece of paper. Working groups from both institutions were in the room...
Bring all your old/not working electronics to the E-Waste Collection Day at the Circle behind the RAC to recycle! Get ready for summer by clearing out your office/home of clutter, starting with electronics such as toner cartridges, batteries, monitors, cords, devices, and more. All faculty, staff, students, and members of our community are welcome to drop off. Use this link to see the full list...
For the second consecutive year, UMBC earned the Campus Prevention Network (CPN) Seal of Prevention™ from Vector Solutions. The CPN Seal of Prevention™ is awarded to schools who have gone above and beyond to create a safer, more supportive learning environment through the use of digital prevention programming. One key initiative contributing to this recognition is UMBC's mandatory student...
For the second consecutive year, UMBC earned the Campus Prevention Network (CPN) Seal of Prevention™ from Vector Solutions. The CPN Seal of Prevention™ is awarded to schools who have gone above and beyond to create a safer, more supportive learning environment through the use of digital prevention programming. One key initiative contributing to this recognition is UMBC's mandatory student...
Congratulations to the following GESTAR II members on their recent promotions: Surendra Bhatta (613/MSU) from Postdoctoral Research Associate to Assistant Research Scientist, Carl Malings (610.1/MSU) from Assistant Research Scientist to Associate Research Scientist, Sarah Strode (614/MSU) from Associate Research Scientist to Senior Research Scientist. We were able to catch up with Drs. Malings...
Dear UMBC Community, As we head into the colder months, we want to make sure our community is prepared for the possibility of inclement weather and knows where to find timely information about any changes to university operations. When weather affects university operations, UMBC may announce a delayed opening, early closure, campus closure, or other modification to normal operations. Decisions...
As AI rapidly reshapes the digital landscape, how do we secure emerging technology while navigating complex legal frameworks? Join UMBC's Shady Grove for a timely discussion on building effective AI governance. This session will explore how to develop tailored governance frameworks, mitigate algorithmic threats, and address the critical intersection of AI, law, and cybersecurity. Register here.
Monday, December 14–Friday, December 18, 2026 12 p.m. Eastern Time each day - Virtual Made possible by the generosity of UBalt, SU, UMBC, UMCES, UMES, and UMGC. Take a midday break and make space for your well-being. This five-day virtual series offers practical ideas to simplify your surroundings, eat well, strengthen family communication, prevent burnout, and reconnect with what gives your life...
