RSVP or Regret It: Stories & Success is HERE! Fresh headshots, free food, powerful connections!

RSVP TODAY to join the Office of Graduate Student Life (OGSL) and the Career Center next Monday, March 23, for an evening designed to power your professional journey: Stories & Success.

Stories & Success

This is your chance to:
Hear from the President: Kick off the night with a keynote on Imposter Syndrome by UMBC's own Dr. Valerie Sheares Ashby.  
Meet Powerful Leaders: Get direct access to a panel of women who have navigated advanced degrees and high-level leadership roles.
Refresh Your Brand: We're providing FREE professional headshots on-site—perfect for your LinkedIn or portfolio!
Network & Eat: Enjoy free food while building connections with fellow graduate students and our guest speakers.

Whether you're looking for a mentor, a new headshot, or just a little inspiration, this is the room you want to be in.

Where: Skylight Room When: Monday, March 23 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Don't forget to follow OGSL on myUMBC to stay in the loop for all things grad life! 

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Hi! This is Yaning Cao from the College of Education at the University of Urbana-Champaign. I am conducting mixed-methods research on doctoral students' interactions with generative AI in research (e.g., brainstorming research ideas, identifying literature, collecting and analyzing data, writing, and presenting) and how these interactions might shape students' research self-efficacy.

I would like to invite doctoral candidates who have used generative AI in their research to complete an 8-10-minute survey: https://illinois.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4ZRM8tHMWtAJJSm

There will be an optional 1-hour interview. If you're interested, please enter your email address in the survey. Thanks for your time and consideration. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns:  yaningc3@illinois.edu

Thanks for your time and consideration.

Yours,

Yaning

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Our moderator, Yarazeth Medina, will lead a dynamic discussion featuring:

When? Monday, March 23 | 5-8PM
Where? Skylight Room, Commons
Bonus- FREE FOOD will be provided

Don't wait until the last minute—clear your calendar and join us for a night of networking and growth. RSVP if you haven't already!  We can't wait to see you there!

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The Graduate School at UMBC Dissertation Fellowship Summer 2026 Announcement

Application Deadline: Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Overview: The UMBC Dissertation Fellowship provides promising doctoral candidates with the financial support necessary to focus on writing and completing their dissertations. This fellowship grants students the critical time and resources needed to expedite the final stages of their degree. 

Eligibility & Conditions: 

Except in extraordinary circumstances, these awards are limited to one term per student. To be considered, Ph.D. candidates must be in good academic standing. Additionally, they must have:

  • No other financial support: This fellowship is strictly for students who do not have UMBC-administered financial support (such as an assistantship) during the summer term. Note: Funding status will be verified prior to application review and applicants with a GA contract through summer 2026 will not be reviewed.

  • Time to commit and focus on writing: Recipients must commit at least 20 hours per week exclusively to dissertation writing for the entire summer term. No other work assignments, besides dissertation writing, may be associated with this fellowship.

Award Details (Summer 2026): 

The fellowship is awarded for the summer term only and includes:

  • A maximum stipend of $5,000.

  • Tuition remission for 9 credits of course 899 (billed at 2 credits). Please note: The university provides tuition remission for the cost of 899 tuition only. Fellowship recipients are required to pay all mandatory fees associated with 899 registration.

Selection Criteria:

A committee selected by the Graduate School Leadership Team will review applications. Priority will be given to students who demonstrate that this award will provide the critical support needed to complete their writing, finalize revisions, and successfully defend their dissertation within the fellowship period (by the end of the summer term). Selection is based heavily on the applicant's readiness to finish, and the quality and feasibility of their management plan.


Application Materials: Submit the following documentation with the Application Form as a single PDF:

  1. Letter of Support from the Chair of the Dissertation Committee that:

  • Describes the current state of the dissertation and the probable impact of the Fellowship on the student's progress.

  • Verifies that no UMBC-administered financial support is available for the student.

  • Management Plan (1–2 pages), written by the applicant and signed by the Chair of the Dissertation Committee. This must describe the dissertation format (regular or 3-essay/paper), status of the dissertation work, remaining steps, and a timeline for completion of those steps.

  • Research Abstract for Lay Audience (maximum 1 page), written by the applicant in plain language for a non-expert audience, describing their research and its relevance.

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV) (most recent version). Example of CV.

  • Employer Documentation (if applicable): If employed outside the university, written evidence from the employer indicating a willingness to reduce the student's job hours and duties during the fellowship.

  • Optional Statement: A brief response to the prompt: "Is there anything else you would like the committee to know about your situation and the need for a Dissertation Fellowship?"

    • Submission & Deadlines

    • Deadline: Applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. EST on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

    • How to Apply: Email your completed application as a single PDF to dissertationfellowship@umbc.edu.

    Notification: Recipients will be announced by May 1, 2026.

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    Presenting our Grad Spotlight winners for March 2026:
    • Sharon Vanzego-Johnson — MS Management of Aging Services
    • Nav Raj Phulara — PhD Chemistry

    Each winner will receive $50 in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments.

    These remarkable graduate students stood out through their dedication, leadership, and true GradVibes spirit. From advancing breakthroughs in Neuroscience to building innovative community solutions in Aging Services, they continue to strengthen UMBC’s graduate community through excellence, perseverance, and impact.

    Watch their spotlight videos on our profile — and if you want to be featured next month (April) submit your nomination through our MyUMBC form!

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    To commemorate the life and work of Bernard (“Bernie”) L. Berkowitz (1927-2023), an endowed annual award program has been established to encourage future generations of public servants who are demonstrating characteristics exhibited by Bernie Berkowitz in his career in Baltimore. The program is administered by the Center for Social Science Scholarship.

    Born in 1927 in New York City to immigrant parents from rural Hungary, Bernie grew up in working class neighborhoods in the Bronx. His family’s experience with unemployment in the 1930’s was the basis of a lifelong commitment to social justice and economic development. He attended New York City public schools; graduated cum laude from C.C.N.Y. with a major in economics, and received a Master’s in Urban Planning from Columbia University. He served in the United States Army with occupation forces in Japan and Korea.

    In all of his endeavors, Bernie exemplified “no nonsense” intellectual rigor, progressive social thinking, and creative thinking about practical solutions. He aspired to improve the Baltimore community by increasing economic opportunities. He believed in transcending divisions – bringing together people of different social and economic backgrounds. He is fondly remembered for his striving to “do the right thing”, always with a sense of humor and kindness.

    Award recipients will be selected annually by UMBC faculty in the Center for Social Science Scholarship based on students’ demonstrated interest in and commitment to planning and economic  development of the Baltimore community. Candidates should reflect the interests, values and character of Bernie Berkowitz. Preference will be given to those interested in public service or not-for-profit careers.

    Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to apply by April 1, 2026.  
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    Hanover Grants Webinar logo bar (green)
    REGISTER NOW

    The articulation of broader impacts remains a critical component of federal grant proposals, but recent policy changes have significantly reshaped how applicants should approach this aspect of their proposals.

    This session will present strategies for designing and communicating broader impacts that align with current federal priorities, including practical ways to demonstrate project relevance and impact for a wide audience.

    Webinar: Re-Imagining Broader Impacts in Grant Writing​
    Date: Thursday, March 26th
    Time: 12pm ET / 9am PT

    Speakers:

    • Dr. Michelle Frank, Senior Grants Consultant, Hanover Research
    • Clinton Doggett, Senior Grants Advisor, Hanover Research 

    Unable to attend? Register and we will send a copy of the recording and slides after the webinar.

    About Hanover Research: Hanover provides research development, grant writing, and strategic advising support to a wide range of organizations. Our professionals deliver customized proposal review, revision, and production support, while also helping to align strategic priorities to funding trends and opportunities at 

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    Dear UMBC Community,

    We are pleased to announce that nominations are now open for several awards recognizing outstanding contributions within our UMBC community. We encourage you to nominate individuals, faculty, staff, organizations, and student athletes who have demonstrated excellence, leadership, and meaningful impact.

    Please use the appropriate form below for the specific award you would like to nominate someone for. You only need to complete the form for the award you are submitting a nomination for.

    Submit nominations by March 29, 2026. 


    1. The Jessica Soto Perez Memorial Award. Open to all graduate students EXCEPT E-Council or Senators: Award Nomination Form

    2. Community Leadership Award. Open to GSA E-Council and Senators with multiple roles: Award Nomination Form

    3. Graduate Student Athlete Award Nomination. Open to UMBC graduate students who demonstrate excellence in both academics and athletics: Award Nomination Form

    4. The Donald Creighton Outstanding Faculty Award. UMBC faculty who actively mentor and support graduate students: Award Nomination Form

    5. The Outstanding University Staff Award: Award Nomination Form

    6. The Outstanding GSO Award. Graduate Student Organization (GSO) that significantly enhances the graduate student experience: Award Nomination Form


    Thank you for helping us recognize the outstanding members of our community.

    If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

    Best regards,
    GSA 


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    Inclusive excellence has long been a cultural touchstone at UMBC. Before now, we haven't had a definition or any other shared language to describe what we mean. This is your chance to inform our definition. Leaders in the Division of Institutional Equity have drafted a framework for inclusive excellence, and we want your input! 

    The framework aims to articulate our community's shared commitments in a way that can communicate our values, guide action, inspire new collaboration, and support the development and implementation of UMBC's next strategic plan.

    Join The Centers for Social Justice Dialogue and Democracy and Civic Life for UMBC Talks, which are 90-minute, co-facilitated dialogues designed to support your engagement with the framework. Each UMBC Talk will be the same, so please sign up for the one that best suits your schedule. We hope to see you there. Come and leave your mark on this important moment in UMBC's history. 

    Spring Semester Open Forums

    Friday, April 10, 2:30 - 4:30 p.m., UC 312 -Foregrounding faculty and staff experiences but open to everyone, with opportunities for all participants to be in conversation with people with similar UMBC affiliations.

    Wednesday, April 15, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., UC 312 - Open to everyone. Conversations will be held in mixed groups.

    Friday, April 24, 10:00 a.m. - noon, UC 312 -Foregrounding graduate student experiences but open to everyone, with opportunities for all participants to be in conversation with people with similar UMBC affiliations.

    Friday, April 24, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., UC 312 -Foregrounding undergraduate student experiences but open to everyone, with opportunities for all participants to be in conversation with people with similar UMBC affiliations.

    Tuesday, April 28, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., Virtual - Open to everyone. Conversations will be held in mixed groups.

    Stay tuned for potential additional dates! Download the attached flyer to post or share.

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    UMBC Talks is a collaborative initiative that aims to enhance the sense of community, vibrancy, and well-being at UMBC through guided community conversations that reestablish our commitment to inclusive excellence and foster a sense of pride for what it truly
    means to be a UMBC Retriever. Using this framework offers a dialogic process for gathering community input on shared values.

    If you have any questions about this feedback process, please feel free to reach out to Drs. Ciara Christian and David Hoffman at culture@umbc.edu.

    These events are open for full participation by all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University's nondiscrimination policy.


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    Lunch and Learn for Faculty Part 1: Library Video Services and the Library Innovation Lab, March 27, 12-1. This event will cover:

    • The Library's digital and DVD video collections 
    • The Library Digital Media Lab which provide equipment and  facilities for DYI digital media production.
    • The Library Innovation Lab which provides equipment and software for fabrication including 3D printers and scanners, laser cutters, and more.

    Lunch and Learn for Faculty Part 2: Lecture Capture and Media Management, the New Media Studio, and Research Computing, April 3, 12-1. This event will cover:

    • Lecture capture and media management with Yuje
    • The New Media Studio (full service video production)
    • Research computing

    These events are sponsored by the Office of the Provost, the Department of Research and Creative Achievement (RCAC), The Department of Information Technology (DoIt), The Albin O. Kuhn LIbrary & Gallery (A.O.K. Library), and UMBC Grant Adminstrators.
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