These Welcome, Retrievers! events are hosted at the specified Catonsville campus locations, but are open to Shady Grove students.
The Quad
August 20, 2026,
8:00 pm
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10:30 pm
Join the Resident Student Association for a movie night under the stars! Grab a blanket and some friends and head to the Quad. There will be treats: popcorn, candy, and giveaways.
Welcome back!
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for Movie on Lawn
Erickson Field : Tent
August 21, 2026,
9:00 am
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3:00 pm
Join the Vice President of Student Affairs and friends for this festive new student welcome tent. If you are moving in this day, come take a break and grab a snack. If you want to connect with...
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for Retriever Fest
The Commons
August 21, 2026,
8:00 pm
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12:00 am
It's your first official night as a Retriever! Join the Student Events Board (seb) for First Night: UMBC Cyberpunk edition for free swag, food, bingo prizes, and tons of other activities in The...
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for First Night
The Quad
August 22, 2026,
6:30 pm
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9:00 pm
Taste of UMBC is your all-access pass to the energy, culture, and community that make this place home. From music and performances to food, student orgs, and campus traditions—you will get a true...
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for Taste of UMBC
Erickson Field : Tent
August 22, 2026,
9:30 pm
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11:00 pm
Join us after the Taste of UMBC for a DJ dance party under the big tent on Erickson Field! Glow sticks and good vibes for everyone!
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for Glow Party
Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena
August 23, 2026,
3:00 pm
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4:00 pm
We look forward to welcoming our incoming students to a new academic year and introducing them to UMBC’s traditions. This celebration brings faculty, staff, and students together for the formal...
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for Convocation
Retriever Soccer Park
August 23, 2026,
6:00 pm
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8:00 pm
Cheer on UMBC against the Loyola Greyhounds. UMBC students can reserve a free ticket for themselves in advance and purchase tickets for guests at tickets.umbc.edu. Students can also use their...
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for Men's Soccer vs Loyola
