Good morning TGS Community,

The Gathering Space will follow university guidance and close on Monday, February 23rd.

Please check out the Campus Dining Calendar for information about getting food on campus.

Please Note: These hours may change based on weather conditions and UMBC announcements. If hours change, an announcement will be made via MyUMBC and instagram (@umbcbelonging).

L-R: Senator Charles Sydnor, III, M.P.S ’00, Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk, and President Sheares Ashby
Dear UMBC Community,
It was a delight to be joined recently by many students, faculty, and staff at the Annapolis reception that UMBC and our alumni legislators (of which there are many!) co-host each year. The event celebrates the new General Assembly session and our work together in support of UMBC and the State of Maryland.
This year’s reception was particularly special, as we honored Speaker Emerita Adrienne A. Jones ’76 and her historic tenure as leader of the House of Delegates. Amid keynote remarks from Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk and visits with numerous delegates, senators, cabinet members, and other public officials (including former UMBC vice president, now Secretary of Budget and Management Yaakov “Jake” Weissmann ’06), I heard again and again a deep appreciation for UMBC and its valuable mission in service of Maryland.
I hear that same appreciation and support in the many one-on-one meetings I have in Annapolis—meetings that will number more than 50 during this session and are an important part of our advocacy and engagement with lawmakers and officials every year. In this time of intense challenges—ongoing federal pressures, a state budget deficit, and more—these dedicated public servants tell me they are inspired and energized by seeing firsthand the good that UMBC and Maryland’s other universities are doing for our state. In all these meetings and gatherings, throughout many busy days in Annapolis, it is meaningful and joyful to be able to share the stories of the transformative power of UMBC.
Sincerely,
President Valerie Sheares Ashby

Ctrl + Alt + DMV: A Collegiate Game Jam

This is a "by students, for students" weekend game jam open to students attending colleges/universities in Washington DC, Maryland, or Virginia. Hosted by the leadership of the UMBC Game Developers Club, in partnership with the UMD Game Dev Club and the Johns Hopkins Game Dev Society.

Date and Time: February 27th 12:00 pm - March 1st 

Team Size & Guidance: Up to 4 people, students can mix and mingle between schools to form teams.

Sponsors & Prizing: The event is sponsored by Firaxis Games, who will be providing a studio tour and project presentation opportunity to the top 3 teams!

If interested in this event please follow these links:

Official Event Discord: https://discord.gg/gAbYY7DNTN

Itch.io Signup Page:  https://itch.io/jam/ctrlaltdmv

Retriever Integrated Health Inclement Weather Closure Update

Medical Services: Closed on Monday, February 23.

Counseling Services: Available virtually on Monday, February 23 for current clients only.

Note: These hours may change based on weather conditions and UMBC announcements. Check for updates.

Need to Schedule an Appointment? Call (410) 455-2542.

Having a Crisis?

• Mental health or medical crisis: Call (410) 455-2542 and follow the prompts for immediate support
• Emergency: Call UMBC Police at (410) 455-5555 or dial 911

Due to tomorrow's campus closure for inclement weather, the Department of Philosophy's Evelyn Barker Memorial Lecture with Hanna Pickard is canceled.