We'll also have chips and candy for you to enjoy while you stop by!
Physics Lobby
Tuesday, March 10
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Swing by between classes, grab a snack, and learn more about how OGSL supports students across campus. See you there!
Crafting Your Story is a signature series from the Center for Social Justice Dialogue with programs designed and facilitated by Social Justice Dialogue Facilitation Fellows. Programs in this series explore storytelling as a powerful practice rooted in identity, culture, and community. At CYS events, participants will reflect upon and share their own cultural stories, create their own craft project, and learn how cultures around the world have used crafting, such as stitching, beading, quilting, and other art forms, to tell and preserve stories.
Monday March 30, 2025 · 3:30-5:00pm Commons 331
Event Link: https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/csjd/events/152167
Join us for an evening of crafting, storytelling, and connection! We will learn about clay's significance to various cultures, and discuss the role of culture in modern-day society. Discussion will be accompanied by a clay tile decorating craft. All are welcome!
Event Link: https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/csjd/events/152300
Join us for a creative and reflective afternoon of crochet, storytelling, and dialogue! Together, we'll learn crochet basics while engaging in guided conversation about identity, growth, challenges, and community. Each round of crochet will introduce a reflection prompt, creating space to craft not just yarn, but meaningful connection. No crochet experience is necessary. All materials, snacks, and refreshments will be provided. Come craft your story, connect with others, and build community stitch by stitch.
To request accommodation(s) or inquire about accessibility, please contact csjdialogue@umbc.edu with "Crafting Your Story" in the subject line. This event is open for 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."
Join us for the UMBC Annual Research Symposium 2026, featuring poster presentations showcasing research from all colleges at UMBC. Whether you are presenting or attending, this is a great opportunity to share ideas, engage with research from across campus, and connect with fellow scholars. There will also be a Panel Discussion afterward with the VP for Student Affairs and Vice Provost/Dean of the Graduate School and VP for Institutional Equity/Chief Diversity Officer!
Date: April 7, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: UC Ballroom
Who You Are:
A graduate or undergraduate student from any college at UMBC who wants to share their research with the university community.
What to Expect:
Poster Presentations from students across CAHSS, COEIT, and CNMS. Come and explore groundbreaking work from all corners of UMBC.
$2,500 Prize Pool across four categories:
BEST of CAHSS (College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences)
BEST of COEIT (College of Engineering and Information Technology)
BEST of CNMS (College of Natural and Mathematical Sciences)
Provost's Choice Award
People's Choice Award
Buffet Lunch for All Attendees – Enjoy a catered lunch featuring a variety of cuisines to accommodate diverse dietary preferences.
Limited Free Poster Printing is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants are encouraged to bring posters they have already prepared for previous conferences or presentations.
Whether you are presenting your research or just want to explore the exciting projects happening across UMBC, we welcome you to participate in this celebration of academic excellence.
Click the link here to register today, or scan the QR code in the flyer! Full URL below:
https://forms.gle/AYC5NiG917QULX8NA
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]]>Joining a new community can be tough sometimes. And with new Retrievers coming from every background imaginable, it's important to make sure everyone feels welcome when they get here.
"Your Story Belongs Here" is a collaboration between the Center for Social Justice Dialogue and the Department of Theatre that brings students together to learn how to share—and celebrate—their own stories of belonging.
Join us for a 4-week paid summer fellowship culminating in two live storytelling events at the end of the fellowship and during Welcome Week for the 2026-27 school year. To apply, follow this link. If you'd like to see previous versions of this project's final video, please use this link to check out our website.
WHO Students from all majors interested in sharing their story of finding belonging at UMBC.
WHERE All fellowship workshops and live events will happen on campus.
WHEN Workshops are Mon-Thu, 10am-4pm, June 1-30. Live events are June 30 (in the evening) & August 23.
HOW Submit your application online by March 23, 2026.