Fall 2019 Convocation

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 12:50:42 -0400

Sunday, August 11 is the last day for faculty and staff to register to attend this year's Convocation ceremony and all-campus picnic and order regalia for the event. Regalia ordered now through the close of registration will incur an expedited shipping fee to ensure timely delivery. If you plan on participating, please fill out the online registration form as soon as possible, as this information is necessary for event planning logistics and so that appropriate seating arrangements can be made.

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We look forward to your participation in the Fall 2019 Convocation on Tuesday, August 27 at 3:30 p.m. in the UMBC Event Center. This important event marks the formal beginning of UMBC's academic year; one that holds much promise for excellence in teaching and learning, research, and service in our academic community.

Regalia Pick-up

Regalia pick-up will be available Friday, August 23 through Monday, August 26 at the UMBC Bookstore. Faculty and staff are asked to return their regalia to the Bookstore following the ceremony.

Community Picnic

Immediately following Convocation, faculty and staff are invited to attend the Community Picnic on the Commons North Lawn, adjacent to Erickson Field. We appreciate the assistance of our dining service provider, Chartwells, in sponsoring the picnic for the UMBC community.

We will send a follow-up email to all Convocation participants prior to the event with details regarding line-up and procession.