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Is Sophomore Year One Long Hump Day?
Tips for Getting Over the Sophomore Slump
Written by OAPA Peer Advisor, Malaysia McGinnis, Class of ‘19. The common stereotype of a middle child is exemplified in the sophomore year of college. It is the year where the school, the...
October 23, 2018 · 7:40 AM
A New Advising Tool that Promotes Planning and Success
Planning to Graduate On-Time? The Degree Planner Can Help
Whether it is your first semester, or soon-to-be your last, how you intend to complete your degree is always on the mind. With our new Degree Planner tool, you can work with your advisor to answer...
October 17, 2018 · 3:51 PM
Exams, Homework, and Lectures, Oh my!
Time Management is a Joke...Or is it?
Written by OAPA Peer Advisor, Malaysia McGinnis, '19 You’ve been warned not to leave the 15-page research paper for the night before, or to start your homework two hours before it’s due. Yet,...
October 11, 2018 · 12:50 PM
Get to Know Your Academic Advisor
Prepare for Your Advising Meeting
Spring 2019 registration is right around the corner, and the process starts with connecting with your academic advisor.   Your advisor is a vital member of your support team at UMBC. Often your...
October 9, 2018 · 8:45 AM
What's Your Academic Major?
Join us next week for the MAJOR Event!
Plain and simple, there is no one way, or right way, for a student to select a major. The process is unique to each student and many factors can influence the decision. At UMBC, we want to...
September 26, 2018 · 12:48 PM
Four Simple Steps to Apply for Graduation
The end is in sight! If you've earned 90 or more academic credits, you received a message from the Registrar's Office informing you that you are eligible to apply for graduation. However,...
September 11, 2018 · 2:05 PM
Dive into the Deep End!
Reflection Questions for the (Retriever) Dog Days of Summer
As a college student, you can use the summer to re-charge. It’s also a great time to reflect back on the academic year and re-focus for what’s ahead. This doesn’t have to be a formal process....
May 15, 2018 · 4:47 PM
Education is Everywhere
Learning Continues After Graduation
Before you know it, your undergraduate education will come to an end. You’re probably excited to say good-bye to papers, lab reports, and exams (unless you plan to attend graduate school)!...
May 10, 2018 · 3:33 PM
All Eyes on the Prize
Scholarships, Honors, Awards & Honor Societies
You are not at UMBC only to seek recognition. You are here to gain an education. But, if you are a strong student, you may find yourself making the Dean’s List, joining (or even leading) honor...
May 9, 2018 · 10:05 PM
Entrepreneurs Are Known To Be Bold, Move Fast & Break Things
INDS Major Markus Proctor Made Students His Business
Did you know that, according to the Kauffman Foundation, two thirds, or more than 2,000 U.S. universities and colleges offer at least one course in entrepreneurship?  Fortunately you attend UMBC –...
May 3, 2018 · 4:44 PM

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