P.A.W. Circle Initiative to Empower Staff/Faculty Philanthropy P.A.W. stands for Philanthropy At Work.
The Office of Institutional Advancement is pleased to announce the launch of the P.A.W. Circle to recognize the staff and faculty dedication to our students that sets UMBC apart from other institutions. P.A.W. stands for Philanthropy At Work, and it is a community of faculty and staff donors who make the decision to go a step further in supporting our students. 

When you make a financial contribution to any area on campus, it directly provides scholarships and academic resources, supports student life, fuels groundbreaking research, and strengthens our entire university community.

How to Join the P.A.W. Circle

If you have already made a gift during fiscal year 2025 or 2026 (since July 1), you are already a P.A.W. Circle member! For those who'd like to join, it's easy through one (or more) of these three giving options: 

Special Events and Community

Members of the P.A.W. Circle will be invited for two special "Mug of the Month" events each semester. Members will receive a P.A.W. mug to keep, and you can bring it to these events to fill with a delicious treat. Even if you make a donation the same day, you can bring your email receipt and get your mug at the door.

You will also be added to a special myUMBC group for our P.A.W. Circle community. New members will be added to the group with updates happening regularly, giving you another way to stay connected. If you have any questions, please contact Tessa Newton, associate director of leadership annual giving, at tnewton@umbc.edu.
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Your network is one of the most powerful tools you have for building your career — and the best time to start using it is now. Networking isn't just about collecting contacts; it's about building meaningful relationships that can open doors, spark collaborations, and help you turn your potential into real opportunities.

Whether you're exploring career paths, preparing for graduation, or hoping to gain experience while in school, connecting with professionals can give you insights and confidence that no online search can match.

1. Explore: Learn from Conversations, Not Just Job Posts

Networking helps you discover career options and industries that might not be on your radar. By talking with alumni, recruiters, or peers at career events, you gain firsthand advice about what it's really like to work in specific fields — and what skills matter most.

2. Connect: Build Relationships That Last

Every handshake, LinkedIn message, or quick chat can plant the seed for future opportunities. Focus on authentic conversations rather than "pitching" yourself. Ask thoughtful questions, listen actively, and follow up after events to keep the connection alive.

3. Advance: Turn Conversations into Career Momentum

The most successful job seekers don't wait for openings to appear — they build relationships that lead to them. Networking gives you insider perspectives, referrals, and mentors who can help you grow into your next professional chapter.

Ready to Turn Potential into Power?

Tonight you'll have an amazing opportunity to build your network and take the next step in your career journey at the Discovery Recruitment Event. Join the Career Center and the UMBC Chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers for an exclusive networking event designed to help you make meaningful connections that can lead to an interview or career advancement.

There are only a few seats left, but still register, as there are usually cancellations and students on the waitlist should be able to attend.

Don't just show up — show who you are, what drives you, and where you're headed. Because when you connect with purpose, you turn your potential into power.

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Gartner hype cycle for AI

The research and advisory firm Gartner released a Hype Cycle for artificial intelligence last week.  Its hype cycles represent the maturity, adoption, and social application of technologies that are important to business and the economy. While the details are currently available for Gartner’s clients, more public information on it will be released in the coming weeks.

The concept of a hype cycle was invented by Gartner 30 years ago to capture the five stages that new technological advancements typically go through as they mature and are adapted.  The stages are technology trigger,  peak of inflated expectations, trough of disillusionment, slope of enlightenment, and plateau of productivity. While the categories are not very scientific, they do represent some insights into how new technical ideas develop.

You can compare their 2025 AI hype cycle to the 2024 one.


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Hi everyone!

We're back at the Apartment Community Center! We hope to see you there!
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Update: All spots are Filled.

To be added to the waitlist, email Molly at mtimko@umbc.edu.


UMBC and Johns Hopkins University Pre-Law Student Visit to Georgetown Law


Date:  Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Time:  8:30 am-3:30 pm (including travel to and from Washington, DC)
Location:  Georgetown Law 
600 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001

Pre-Registration required using this form.

There is limited space available for this event and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis!

Tentative Agenda*
*Note: A more detailed agenda — including the specific meeting time, location, and train schedule — will be shared prior to the trip.   

8:30 AM-10:45 AM: 
  • UMBC Transit Bus to the MARC Train Station at BWI
  • BWI MARC Train to Union Station in Washington, DC
  • Walk to Georgetown Law with JHU pre-law students  
11:00 AM: Visit to Georgetown Law (meet with admissions representatives and current students, tour the campus)
1:00 PM-1:30 PM: Departure 
1:30-3:30 PM: MARC Train from Union Station to BWI; UMBC Transit Bus to Campus

UMBC Pre-Law Advising will cover the cost of travel (round trip MARC Train fare) for all registered students who adhere to the group's travel schedule/agenda.

Questions?
Email Molly Timko at mtimko@umbc.edu

To learn more about Georgetown Law, visit:
https://www.law.georgetown.edu/

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The caramel apple bar is delicious! Stop by before 1pm!



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TRIO SSS offers undergraduates FREE access to Individualized Tutoring; Assistance with the Financial Aid Process; Academic Advising; a Variety of Activities, Events, and Programs, and Personal One-on-One Support from a Trained TRIO SSS Professional.

TRIO SSS is designed to serve undergraduate college students who meet specific program requirements. To be eligible for admission to UMBC TRIO SSS, students must meet at least one of the following criteria:

  1. Income: Each year, the U.S. Department of Education publishes guidelines which define low income based on family size. Click here for income guidelines.
  2. First Generation College Student: First generation college students at UMBC are defined as those whose parents or legal guardians have not completed a Bachelor's degree (neither father, mother, nor legal guardian(s) has graduated from a four-year institution) prior to the student's 18th birthday.
  3. Disability: Disability refers to students with a physical or mental impairment which limits a major life activity. This includes learning disabilities. Such disabilities must be documented with the UMBC Office of Student Disability Services.

If you meet at least one of our eligibility criteria and would like to become a program participant, you must submit a completed interest form and application to be evaluated by the program staff. SSS serves approximately 140 undergraduates (first-year to seniors) each year. This is a voluntary support service, thus only by returning an application in a timely fashion do you begin the process to secure a place in UMBC TRIO SSS. While applications are accepted throughout the year on a rolling basis, priority consideration will be provided to students who submit applications by December 1st.

By applying to SSS, you will be taking a giant step toward assuring your success at University of Maryland, Baltimore County. To begin the application process, complete the following interest form.

Sincerely,

Academic Opportunity Programs

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The 2026 Holiday Schedule is available on the HRSTM webpage via the following link: 2026 Holiday Schedule

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Wills (and More) Week 2025


Grow It. Protect It. Pass It On.

Monday, October 20 - Friday, October 24, 2025
12pm - 1pm (Eastern) each day (recordings of all sessions will be sent to everyone who registers)

Estate planning is more than a will. From getting an early start on your financial plan (hello, compounding!) to naming someone you trust for health care and financial decisions—plus ways to create a legacy for the people and causes you care about—this free series during National Estate Planning Awareness Week covers the essentials and beyond. (Reminder: if you don’t make your own arrangements, the courts and state will decide for you.)



CLICK HERE to Register now and reserve your spot!

Session dates are below, more information about the topics and speaker bios are available on the USMF website.

Monday, October 20: Wealth with Intention: Planning, Building, and Passing It On
Peter S. Wyrough, CFP® and Brecht Buchheister


Tuesday, October 21: More Than a Will or Trust: Planning for All Life's What-Ifs
Christopher B. Walter, J.D.


Wednesday, October 22: Planning for Special Circumstances
May-Lis Manley, Esq.


Thursday, October 23: What's Your Vision: Building Intergenerational Wealth
Shari Fleming, J.D., AEP®, CAP®


Friday, October 24: In Trusted Hands: Choosing the Right Estate Representative-or Serving as One Yourself
Malini Ganvir, J.D., LL.M.
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The following in-person Open Enrollment Fairs will be held at the following MD State Agencies and USM Institutions


The Open Enrollment Fairs are held to give Maryland State Employees to learn more about the insurance vendors that the State has to offer.


  • 10/22/25 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | University of Maryland, College Park 

Adele H. Stamp Student Union 1st Floor Grand Ballroom 3972 Campus Drive College Park, MD 20742 


  • 10/23/25 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | University of Maryland, Baltimore 

SMC Campus Center (SMCCC) 2nd Floor 621 W. Lombard Street Baltimore, MD 21201 


  • 10/28/25 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Prince George's County Department of Human Services 

1st Floor Employee Lunchroom 925 Brightseat Road Landover, MD 20785 


  • 10/29/25 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Maryland Judicial Center 

2nd Floor Training Rooms (236-238) 187 Harry S. Truman Parkway Annapolis, MD 21401 


  • 10/30/25 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Salisbury State University 

Guerrieri Student Union 1st Floor Wicomico Room 135 1101 Camden Avenue Salisbury, MD 21801 


  • 10/31/25 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | State Center 

1st Floor Cafeteria 301 W. Preston Street Baltimore, MD 21201 


  • 11/03/25 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) Headquarters, Hanover 

Harry Hughes Conference Suite Rooms 1-3 7201 Corporate Center Drive Hanover, MD 21076 


  • 11/05/25 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) 

2nd Floor Training Room 2310 Broening Highway Baltimore, MD 21224 


  • 11/06/25 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Comptroller of Maryland 

Assembly Room and Lobby 80 Calvert Street Annapolis, MD 21401 


Questions? Please reach out to hrbenefits@umbc.edu

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