Welcome new and returning Retrievers! CNMS Advising is excited to have everyone back on campus and we are eager to help you tackle the fall semester!

Some important reminders/updates are as follows: 

1.) The CNMS Advising Office will be holding walk-in office hours for the entirety of the schedule adjustment period (through 9/10) Mo-Fri 10AM-12PM & 1PM-4PM in UC 205. If you are a new/incoming student please feel free to drop by at any time. Returning students should follow up with their assigned advisor (see here). Advisors can assist with schedule adjustments, registration troubleshooting, and general questions. Walk-in advising support is on a first come, first served basis and may result in a lengthy wait time during busy hours. Scheduled appointments can be arranged via email (CNMSAdvising@umbc.edu). 

2.) The last day of schedule adjustment (i.e. last day to add/drop/swap your classes) is Wednesday, September 10th.  Make sure that you are happy with your classes, that you are FULLY registered for a minimum of 12 credits (if you need to be a full-time student), and that you have established a balanced plan for the semester. Feel free to check in with your assigned advisor if you have any questions/concerns. First semester students can follow up with CNMSAdvising@umbc.edu for support.

3.) Take some time to update your record! Check your myUMBC account to determine/confirm your declared major(s). If your record does not accurately reflect your plans you can submit an updated Declaration of Major FormHERE. When completing the form, be sure to declare/ADD your new major intentions as well as remove/DELETE any unwanted programs.

Keep an eye out for this every month’s CNMS Advising Newsletter which highlights important dates, upcoming workshops, study hall hours, study group socials, practice exam sessions, campus support staff, and helpful tips to help you FALL into healthy academic habits from day one!

CNMS Advising is running weekly STEM-specific events every week in The Learning Collaboratory (UC 115) ranging from workshops to study groups. We will update the list of events every month HERE. ** Bookmark this page to stay in the loop!**