Fall Welcome Retrievers Traditions

Playfair

Person on stage overlooking crowd

Playfair is designed to be the official Welcome Retrievers Kick Off. New students come together to meet all of their new peers in a fun an interactive way.

Involvement Fest

Crowd of students at an event outside

Involvement Fest takes place in the Fall & Winter and gives students a chance to connect with our 230+ student organizations.  This is your chance to visit tables and explore your interests or try something new.

Convocation

Crowd of people in chairs in the RAC with a stage

Convocation is the first official welcome new students experience in the Fall when they come together to hear from UMBC Faculty, Staff, & peers.

Welcome Retrievers Soccer Games

True Grit mascot in crowd of spirited students in the stands

Each year we kick off the fall with our men and women’s home soccer games. This is a chance to come and cheer on the Retrievers to victory.