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  <Title>Save the Date and Spread the Word: BookFest '26</Title>
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    <Title>Queen Mattress for Sale &#8211; $70</Title>
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  <NewsItem contentIssues="false" id="157613" important="true" status="posted" url="https://dev.my.umbc.edu/posts/157613">
    <Title>Your Feedback Matters: COEIT Undergraduate Student Voice &amp; Experience Survey</Title>
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          <li><p><strong>Priority Deadline: March 23, 2026 </strong><em>(and last chance to enter to win $25 Retriever Dollars)</em></p></li>
          <li><p><strong>Final deadline</strong>: <strong>April 10, 2026</strong></p></li>
          <li><p><strong>Incentive:</strong> Complete the survey by the priority deadline (3/23) and select "yes" for the very last survey question to be taken to an anonymous separate survey to provide your email. This email will only be used to enter you into a prize drawing to receive $25 Retriever Dollars (multiple winners will be selected!). Your email address will not be linked to your survey responses.</p></li>
          </ul><p><strong>Take the Survey Here: </strong><a href="https://umbc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5iI6xaFXbYdbZGu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><strong>https://umbc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5iI6xaFXbYdbZGu</strong></a><strong> </strong></p><br></div>
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    <Title>Small Group Meeting TOMORROW (3/24) in COMM327, 7-8PM!</Title>
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          <div class="html-content">Good morning, I hope you all had a great spring break! <br><br>We will be starting our small group book discussions on the book "The Awe of God" by John Bevere! We will meet in COMM327 from 7-8PM. Hope to see you there! </div>
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    <Title>Delayed Opening 3/23/2026 (Restocking)</Title>
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  <Title>Commuter Connections is HIRING!</Title>
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    <div class="html-content">Commuter Connections is hiring for a <strong>Commuter Assistant! </strong><div><br></div><div>The ideal Commuter Assistant is a currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate commuter student in good academic standing who is outgoing, approachable, and comfortable engaging with peers. This role is well-suited for someone who is genuinely interested in student engagement, belonging, leadership, and community-building. Successful candidates are reliable, organized, and able to manage responsibilities independently while also collaborating effectively with others. </div><div><br></div><div>Strong communication skills are essential, as Commuter Assistants represent and amplify commuter student voices in a thoughtful and professional manner. This position is perfect for students who want to develop their leadership skills while making a meaningful impact on campus.</div><div><br></div><div><strong>Time Commitment and Availability:</strong></div><div><ul>
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    <p><strong>Position Duration: August 17, 2026 – May 21, 2027</strong></p>
    <p>If you are excited about supporting commuter students and contributing to a more connected campus community, we encourage you to apply!</p>
    <p>To review the job description and apply visit<a href="https://app.joinhandshake.com/jobs/10755339" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"> Handshake</a>! <br><br></p>
    <p><strong>Applications closes today, March 23, 2026! Any questions, contact <a href="mailto:commuters@umbc.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">commuters@umbc.edu</a></strong></p>
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        <p>Good Morning Commuters (GMC) takes place every Tuesday from 8:30–11:00 AM *except one a month when Good afternoon Commuters (GAC) is held* and is complimentary with your Commuter Gold Card.</p>
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    <Title>New PostIFA Holds a Webinar on International Travel Security &amp; Compliance</Title>
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