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Thomas Chapin, BIOL, GES, Writing Tutor (& plant whisperer)

"Students leave with passion and new found hope!"

Celebrate National Tutor Appreciation Week by getting to know a tutor! Thomas Chapin Tell us a little about yourself. ​I'm an Environmental Sciences (B.S.) major, and I aspire to be a Plant...

Posted: October 3, 2017, 11:08 AM

Veneeth Antony, Math Lab tutor (Chem, Math, Physics, Biol)

Tutoring is super beneficial!

It's National Tutor Appreciation Week, so get to know one of UMBC's amazing tutors! Veneeth Antony Tell us a little about yourself. Hello everyone! My name is Veneeth Antony, I am a...

Posted: October 2, 2017, 12:47 PM

Get to know Taylor Davis, Writing Center Tutor and Designer

"sometimes you just need that little bit of feedback"

Celebrate National Tutor Appreciation Week! Get to know one of UMBC's fabulous Writing Center Tutors:  Taylor Davis Tell us a little about yourself. My name is Taylor Davis. This is...

Posted: October 2, 2017, 10:28 AM

Spanish Lab: Drop in tutoring

Fridays 2-5pm 1st floor Library, Spanish 101, 102, 103, 201

Spanish Lab? What is that? How does it work? The Spanish Lab offers drop in Spanish help, provided by the Learning Resources Center. This is a space where you can work on your Spanish homework...

Posted: September 25, 2017, 4:41 PM

Tutoring Begins Tuesday, September 12, 2017

Math Lab, Writing Center, or sign up for Weekly Appointments

Academic help is available in the Library, 1st floor, beginning Tuesday, September 12th. Come visit the Math Lab for help in Math and Science classes (walk-in for help in person). Come visit...

Posted: September 1, 2017, 3:25 PM

Online Placement Testing Sign Up is OPEN

Need a Math, English or Reading Placement Test?

Hi Retrievers! Need to take a Placement Test? We are having start of the semester placement testing online for current students.  To sign up for online placement testing, fill out this form...

Posted: August 31, 2017, 12:55 PM

Commuter Gold Cup

Get Involved! Earn Points! Win Prizes!

What is the Commuter Gold Cup? The Commuter Gold Cup is a rewards competition for the entire UMBC student body! Starting August 30th, students who attend and participate in UMBC events and...

Posted: August 29, 2017, 1:25 PM

Join the Retriever Link-Up Program!

Sponsored by OCSS and Residential Life

Looking for a way to get connected as you start your college career? Sign up for our inaugural Retriever Link-Up program! Commuters and residents are often seen as two exclusive groups on campus,...

Posted: July 10, 2017, 10:29 AM

Register for the Off-Campus Housing Bus Tour!

There's still time to sign-up for this great event!

Are you still looking for housing or a roommate for the Fall 2017 semester?  If so, this event is for you! Join OCSS for its annual Off-Campus Housing Bus Tour on Wednesday, July 19th from...

Posted: June 27, 2017, 4:20 PM

Apply for the Commuter Engagement Community!

Now with the option to do an independent study!!

OCSS is now accepting applications for the first-ever Commuter Engagement Community (CEC).  This is an opportunity for new, first-year commuter students who want to leave their mark on UMBC while...

Posted: May 9, 2017, 1:40 PM