I am First @UMBC Posts

New Normal: Adjusting to Campus Life and Online Learning

Join us at noon today!

Come join first-gen students and staff for a lunch time discussion. This discussion will be centered around this idea of facing a "new normal", in regards to online learning.  We will discuss...

Posted: September 14, 2020, 10:15 AM

September 10 is the last day to drop a class without a "W"

Not sure what that means, we're here to help!

Remember: September 10 is the last day to drop a class without having a "W" on your transcript. Before you change your schedule, ask yourself:  Are you meeting the expectations of your...

Posted: September 9, 2020, 6:20 PM

Sign-Up by 9/15 for the First-Gen Peer Mentoring Program!

Support and learn from fellow first-gen UMBC students!

In coordination with the First-Generation Workgroup, Off-Campus Student Services is incredibly excited to announce the First-Generation Peer Mentoring Program (FGPMP).  FGPMP is designed to...

Posted: September 2, 2020, 9:23 AM

First Gen Community Meet & Greet Today at 2:30pm

Join us online and meet other First-Gen students, staff

Welcome First Gen Community!  Join us for our 2020-2021 Meet & Greet. Tuesday, September 1, 2020 · 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Online Meeting Link...

Posted: September 1, 2020, 9:05 AM

5 Things All College Students Should Know

Financial Resources

As an administrator in the UMBC's Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, I am happy to provide the following Quick Guide: 5 Things All College Students Should Know About UMBC Financial Aid...

Posted: July 22, 2020, 11:02 AM

First Generation Student Virtual Social Hour

Meet and network with fellow first gen students and staff

Would you like to meet other First Gen students at UMBC?  Participate in this interactive social hour where you will meet UMBC Faculty and Staff who are First Gen and other UMBC students.  ...

Posted: April 29, 2020, 9:50 PM

Continuity and Support

Below are several UMBC resources to assist you as you navigate: UMBC Information for COVID-19 for resources and up to date information. The Counseling Center is open for remote assistant if...

Posted: March 24, 2020, 11:12 AM

Kaitlynn Lilly - March 2020

First Generation Student of the Month

Kaitlynn Lilly, a Sophomore majoring in Physics and Mathematics What have you enjoyed most about your time at UMBC? I love how genuine the people are here. Every student and professor wants you...

Posted: March 5, 2020, 4:36 PM

McNair Scholars Application OPEN!

Assistance for low-income first-generation college students!

Considering graduate school? Want to obtain a Ph.D? The McNair Scholars program is the right fit for you! We are looking for current freshmen and sophomores ONLY who are First-generation college...

Posted: February 25, 2020, 5:07 PM

FAFSA Priority Deadline 2/14

Have you submitted your FAFSA yet?

The priority deadline for the 2020-2021 FAFSA is quickly approaching.   The FAFSA can be completed online at fafsa.gov or using the free myStudentAid app on a mobile device. If you haven't...

Posted: February 13, 2020, 2:53 PM