I am First @UMBC Posts

What to do if you get an academic alert

Keep calm and take action

Did you get a First Year Intervention (FYI) Academic Alert? Here are your next steps. An FYI alert is sent by instructors to students to notify them that they are in danger of receiving a D or...

Posted: March 9, 2021, 12:02 PM

Brown Bag Lunch Discussions TOMORROW

Today at 12:00PM

Having difficulties balancing your workload and academic schedule? Need techniques for managing your time successfully and staying motivated in this virtual learning environment?  Join the...

Posted: March 7, 2021, 10:28 PM

5 things that every UMBC student should know

By Dr. Delana Gregg

5 Things All Students Needs To Know To Get Started at UMBC 1.How to find your Academic Advisor Every semester students must communicate with their academic advisor to get cleared to...

Posted: March 2, 2021, 11:56 PM

From Pain to Passion to Purpose

February 2021 First-Gen Message

As to not assume that you are familiar with me, it is likely a good idea that I take a moment to introduce myself.  My name is Corris Davis, (’98 BS Biological Science , ‘19 Masters of Public...

Posted: February 17, 2021, 1:02 PM

5 Key Takeaways from "What is the First-Gen Network?" Event!

Missed our event last week? No problem! Here are takeaways.

5 Key Takeaways from our Introduction of the First Gen Network Event The First Generation Workgroup provides support to First Generation students by exposing them to resources they may not have...

Posted: February 16, 2021, 8:40 PM

What is the First-Gen Network? Join us today at 6pm!

You don't want to miss this introduction!

A reminder to join us Today at 6pm! We look forward to seeing you along with your parents, family members and supporters.  What is a first-generation student? UMBC defines a first...

Posted: February 9, 2021, 2:37 PM

Deadline Extended 2/10: First-Gen Peer Mentoring Program

Mentors and Mentees Should Both Apply

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

Posted: February 9, 2021, 12:53 PM

Brown Bag Lunch Discussions

Study-Abroad 101

Did you know you can study abroad for the same amount as your UMBC tuition?  Did you know there are programs available in all four semesters? Come to this session to hear from the Education Abroad...

Posted: February 5, 2021, 11:45 PM

Complete the First-Gen Spring 2021 Survey!

Be entered to win a $50 bookstore gift card!

We wanted to send a quick reminder about this QUICK 5 minute survey! Our goal is to create a better virtual experience for you. The deadline has been extended to 12 noon on Monday, February 8th....

Posted: February 5, 2021, 2:06 PM

UMBC Counseling Center Groups for Spring 2021

Reposted from the Language, Literacy and Culture myUMBC Group: The UMBC Counseling Center is offering 7 counseling groups this Spring via WebEx. You can find information about them on the...

Posted: January 28, 2021, 8:22 PM