A message from President Freeman Hrabowski and Provost Rous on UMBC’s work to address structural racism at UMBC.
This Time in America
Dr. Freeman Hrabowski and Dr. Philip Rous share reflections with UMBC alumni, faculty, staff, and students.
There’s No Such Thing As Small Politics
Retrievers are participating in politics on all levels—students as engaged citizens, professionals protecting our census data, artists illustrating complex ideas, and more.
Lifelong Learning
UMBC and the University of Maryland, Baltimore partnered recently to become Maryland’s first “age-friendly” universities.
Curating COVID-19
At times of momentous change, many take solace in creating — and the UMBC is no exception, adding to a long history of pandemic-inspired work.
Tough Times, Smart Planning
Ways our Retriever community is reaching together to offer sound advice on money, careers, and more.
The Power of Music
When junior Etai Fuchs heard about the economic devastation COVID-19 was wreaking on the music industry, he knew he was in a position to help.
UMBC Makers Shift Gears to Pitch In
Whether sewing up a storm or finding creative uses for kitty litter boxes, Retriever Nation is using special skills to help in the fight against COVID-19.
Alumni Business Q&A: Interrobang Theatre Company
Kiirstn Pagan ’11, theatre, talks about what it takes to manage a theatre company, and how maintaining their connections to UMBC has helped keep them strong.
Emergency Funds Help UMBC Students Stay Black and Gold
UMBC’s Stay Black and Gold Emergency Fund provides awards to students ranging from $1,000 to $8,000 depending on needs arising from unexpected crises.