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UMBC Writing Tutors Present at MAWCA

The Academic Success Center would like to recognize our amazing writing tutors and staff who presented at the 2020 Mid Atlantic Writing Center Association Conference! Here are some highlights:...

Posted: March 10, 2020, 11:52 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

Academic Success Meetings at the Academic Success Center

Good Morning Retrievers! Need help with study skills or time management? An Academic Success Meeting might be just the resource to get you back on track. An Academic Success Meeting is a...

Posted: March 2, 2020, 10:26 AM

**Updated March Events for Adult Learners**

Please RSVP to the links provided below

Here are some events to keep your eye out for in March RSVP Here for Taking Care of You (3/9/2020)  Did you know that March is Women's History Month?  The Women's Center has extended...

Posted: February 26, 2020, 10:01 AM

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

What is an Academic Alert?

If you get one, seek support!

Hi Retrievers! The First Year Intervention Program, or alerts program, is one of the many services that we offer to UMBC students. Professors send alerts to let students know that they are in...

Posted: February 24, 2020, 11:26 AM

Get to Know a Tutor: Ryan Mbagna-Nanko

One of our Appointment Tutors at the Academic Success Center

Hello Retrievers! Tutoring is up and running for Spring 2020! You know about our services, but let's learn a bit about the people who make it happen with our Get to Know series! Today's...

Posted: February 17, 2020, 12:54 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

Tutoring is Available

Sign up online or drop in!

Happy Monday, Retrievers! Tutoring is now available through the Academic Success Center. Check it out! Appointment Tutoring Located in Sherman Hall, B wing Room 345. For every 100 level...

Posted: February 10, 2020, 11:57 AM

UMBC Transit Route Changes

Beginning Sunday, March 1, 2020 the following route names, configuration, and scheduling changes will go into effect at UMBC Transit: Arbutus - Route Map (Weekdays & Weekends) — The...

Posted: February 6, 2020, 11:11 AM